UNS – The Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) at Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta has launched the FKIP Counseling Unit. This initiative aims to provide a dedicated platform for students to maintain their mental health and receive professional guidance.
The inauguration ceremony featured an opening session, the singing of the Indonesian national anthem Indonesia Raya, and the UNS March. Dr. Rian Rokhmad Hidayat, S.Pd., M.Pd., Head of the FKIP Counseling Unit, emphasized the unit’s commitment to prioritizing student well-being.
“With this unit, FKIP demonstrates its dedication to supporting students’ mental health. We encourage students to use this service. This way, they don’t feel alone while navigating academic and campus life challenges,” Dr. Rian stated during the launch event on Friday (7/3/2025) at FKIP UNS Building F.
Expert-Driven Counseling Services
Vice Dean for Student Affairs and Alumni, Prof. Slamet Subiantoro, M.Si., emphasized the importance of involving experts from various fields. Their contributions help strengthen the unit’s services.
“Professionals in psychology, guidance and counseling (BK), and special education (PLB) support the FKIP Counseling Unit. Referrals are available for students requiring further assistance based on their needs and consent. Counselors may refer them to clinical psychologists, psychiatrists, spiritual advisors, or cultural mentors. With this expert support, FKIP aims to enhance its student services,” Prof. Slamet explained.
Dean of FKIP, Dr. Imam Sujadi, M.Si., also underscored the unit’s crucial role in fostering a supportive academic environment.
“This unit plays an essential role in student well-being. We must ensure its optimal use for the benefit of all,” Dr. Imam said.
Comprehensive Support for Student Well-being
After the speeches, a presentation outlined the available counseling services and procedures. UNS Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Alumni, Prof. Dody Ariawan, S.T., M.T., Ph.D., led the official inauguration. The event also included remarks from University Counseling Unit representatives, study program heads, and student representatives. The ceremony ended with a prayer and closing session.
The launch of the FKIP Counseling Unit aims to enhance student support in addressing academic and personal challenges. Additionally, this initiative aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It specifically supports SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being and SDG 4: Quality Education. The unit contributes to improved educational outcomes by offering professional counseling services. It ensures students receive the emotional and psychological support needed for academic success. With this initiative, FKIP UNS reaffirms its commitment to fostering a healthier academic environment. By prioritizing student well-being, the faculty ensures students can achieve their best potential academically and personally. The Counseling Unit is not just a facility, it is a long-term investment in student success. It reinforces FKIP UNS’s dedication to holistic education.
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