UNS – The Graduate School of Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS) Surakarta has entered into a cooperation agreement. This agreement is with the Environmental Agency (DLH) of Bontang City, East Kalimantan. This partnership aims to strengthen academic collaboration and regional environmental management. The signing ceremony took place on Monday (14/4/2025) at the DLH Meeting Room in Bontang City.
Key Participants in the Agreement
Dr. Salman Alfarisy Totalia, S.Pd., M.Si., Vice Dean for Non-Academic Affairs, led the UNS Graduate School delegation. The group also included senior academics: Prof. Dr. Prabang Setyono, M.Si. and Prof. Dr. Mohammad Masykuri, M.Si. Additionally, there were also Dr. Agung Hidayat, S.Pd., M.Sc. and Bambang Jatmika, S.Sos.
Dr. Salman emphasized that this cooperation is part of the ongoing relationship between UNS and Bontang. It focuses on the university’s tridharma: education, research, and community service. “We aim to strengthen our collaboration in these areas. UNS Graduate School supports human resource development with its Master’s and Doctoral programs in Environmental Science. This initiative specifically aims to benefit DLH Bontang,” he stated.
Support for Sustainable Development Goals
Heru Triatmojo, S.P., M.Si., Head of DLH Bontang, welcomed the partnership and expressed full support for its implementation. “I encourage our staff to pursue further education at reputable institutions like UNS. Additionally, DLH supports activities such as environmental assessments, waste management, and community service programs,” he said.
Prof. Dr. Mohammad Masykuri highlighted that UNS Graduate School now offers flexible research-based programs at both the master’s and doctoral levels. These programs are ideal for regional government officials. “These programs provide DLH staff with an excellent opportunity to advance their studies without neglecting their primary duties,” he noted.
This collaboration also contributes to several Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It supports Goal 4 on quality education. It also supports Goal 11 on sustainable cities and communities through improved environmental management and urban development. Additionally, it contributes to Goal 16 on peace, justice, and strong institutions through inter-institutional cooperation for better environmental governance.
Both institutions hope this partnership will positively impact sustainable development and the well-being of Bontang City’s residents.
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