The signing ceremony was attended by Dr Rama Kertamukti, Head of Communication Studies, and Dr Fatma Dian Pratiwi, Secretary of Communication Studies. From Semesta Network, Community Manager Riky Riantobi and Herni Putrianti were present.

The main purpose of this MoU is to strengthen collaboration between the academic world and industry in order to implement the MBKM programme launched by the Ministry of Education and Culture. This cooperation includes various activities such as internships, research projects, workshops, and seminars designed to improve student competencies and provide practical experience relevant to the world of work.

Dr Rama Kertamukti in his speech said, ‘The collaboration with Semesta Network is a strategic step to integrate theory and practice. We hope that Communication Science students can utilise this opportunity to develop their skills in accordance with current industry needs.’
Mentoring and Support

Riky Riantobi, as Community Manager of Semesta Network, explained that his company is ready to provide full support in the implementation of the agreed programmes. ‘We are committed to providing the best learning experience for students through various programmes that we will run together. Our support includes providing mentors, facilitators, and access to our resources,’ he said.

Herni Putrianti added that Semesta Network has a vision that is in line with MBKM's goals. ‘We believe that quality education should be supported by practical experience. Therefore, we are excited to partner with UIN Sunan Kalijaga in this endeavour,’ Herni said.
Some of the programmes planned in this partnership include:

Internships and Job Practices: Students will get the opportunity to intern in various divisions at Semesta Network, allowing them to apply the knowledge they have learnt in the classroom into a practical context.

Joint Research Projects: Collaboration in research relevant to industry needs, where students can be directly involved in projects conducted by Semesta Network.

Workshops and Seminars: Organisation of workshops and seminars that bring practitioners and experts from Semesta Network to share their knowledge and experience with students.

Curriculum Development: Semesta Network's participation in curriculum development to ensure that the material taught on campus is relevant to the latest developments in the communications industry.

Dr Fatma Dian Pratiwi, Secretary of Communication Science, said that this partnership is expected to have a significant positive impact on students. ‘With this partnership, we hope students can develop the practical skills needed in the world of work and increase their competitiveness in the labour market. This is also part of our efforts to continuously improve the quality of education at UIN Sunan Kalijaga,’ said Dr Fatma.
Conclusion

The signing of the MoU between UIN Sunan Kalijaga's Communication Studies Programme and Semesta Network is a concrete step in supporting the MBKM programme and improving the quality of higher education in Indonesia. Through this collaboration, it is hoped that synergy between the academic world and industry can be created which is beneficial for students, lecturers, and all parties involved. With full support from Semesta Network, UIN Sunan Kalijaga Communication Science students will get wider opportunities to develop their skills and knowledge, so that they are ready to face challenges in the professional world.