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Public Defense of Doctoral Dissertation – Yulia Kurniaty, S.H., M.H.

Kaliurang; Thursday, June 26, 2025, at 13.00 WIB, the public defense of the doctoral dissertation by Yulia Kurniaty, S.H., M.H. was held as part of the Doctoral Study Program in Law (PSHPD), Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. The defense took place in the 4th Floor Auditorium of the Faculty of Law, UII, chaired by Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., with Prof. Dr. Rusli Muhammad, S.H., M.H. serving as the Promoter, and Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H. as the Co-Promoter. The examination committee also included Prof. Dr. Dra. Mg. Endang Sumiarni, S.H., M.Hum., Dr. Trisno Raharjo, S.H., M.Hum., Prof. Dr. M. Syamsudin, S.H., M.H., and Dr. M. Arif Setiawan, S.H., M.H.

At the beginning of the session, the promovenda delivered a 10-minute presentation of her dissertation entitled “An Ideal Model for Handling and Sanctioning Sexual Violence in Higher Education Institutions Based on Justice.” She explained that her research aims to analyze the current implementation of sexual violence handling in universities, especially considering that the enactment of Ministerial Regulation No. 30 of 2021 on the Prevention and Handling of Sexual Violence in Higher Education has not significantly reduced incidents. This situation led to the issuance of Ministerial Regulation No. 55 of 2024, which further regulates violence prevention and response in higher education institutions.

In her dissertation, the promovenda addressed three main research questions:

  1. How is sexual violence currently handled in higher education institutions?

  2. What are the similarities, differences, and challenges in the handling process?

  3. What is the ideal model for handling and sanctioning sexual violence in higher education?

The findings of her research are as follows:

  • First, the handling of sexual violence by task forces across the sampled universities varies greatly, depending on the experience, analytical abilities, and available resources of task force members, as well as the financial and institutional support.

  • Second, commonalities in handling include adherence to procedures outlined in the ministerial regulations and the use of social media as a reporting channel. Differences lie in operational techniques—for example, some task forces divide into investigation teams while others do not. There is also inconsistency in the presence of supporting units like health clinics, counseling centers, or legal aid services. Challenges include limited time due to the members’ primary duties as lecturers, students, and staff, as well as inadequate funding and facilities.

  • Third, the ideal model proposed is the Balanced Interest Integration Model, which prioritizes the interests of the reported party, the victim, the university, and the wider campus community. The ideal sanctioning model is based on five aspects: the nature of the violation, its impact, the victim’s losses, the perpetrator’s gain, and any aggravating or mitigating circumstances. These components form the basis for case analysis and sanction recommendations, ensuring that sanctions serve to restore victims, deter perpetrators, and prevent recurrence within the university.

During the defense, the promovenda responded convincingly to the examiners’ questions and successfully defended the arguments within her dissertation. As a result, Dr. Yulia Kurniaty, S.H., M.H. is now officially recognized as the 187th Doctor of Law through the structured learning system of the Doctoral Program in Law at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia.

At the closing of the session, the Co-Promoter, Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H., extended her congratulations and expressed hopes that the knowledge gained would be beneficial for the nation and religion and bring blessings to others.

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Cooperation between the UII Faculty of Law and ICRC Indonesia

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, a cooperation agreement was established between the Faculty of Law of the Islamic University of Indonesia (UII) and the Indonesian delegation of the International Committee of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (ICRC). This cooperation extends not only to teaching activities but also encompasses research and community service. On this occasion, the Dean of the UII Faculty of Law was accompanied by several other leaders, such as the Vice Dean for Religious, Student, and Alumni Affairs (KKA), the Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Programme (PSHPS), and the Secretary of the Undergraduate Law Study Programme (PSHPS). The ICRC delegation was led by Johan Guillaume, the Deputy Head of the Regional Delegation. Other delegates included Christian Donny Putranto and Ursula Langouran, Legal Advisers at ICRC Indonesia, as well as Maysa Sonia Alam Rahman and Novriantoni Kaharudin, representing the Global Affairs division. The meeting and the signing of the MoU with the ICRC took place at the Faculty Lounge, 2nd floor, of the Faculty of Law, Islamic University of Indonesia.

During the meeting, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., S.H., M.Hum., Dean of the UII Faculty of Law, stated that, “The UII Faculty of Law warmly welcomes the cooperation with ICRC Indonesia. We hope that one of UII’s core values, particularly the value of humanity, can be further developed, especially in resolving humanitarian issues both in Indonesia and internationally. The UII Faculty of Law is ready to partner with ICRC Indonesia in conducting dissemination, research collaboration, and other activities related to humanity,” said the Dean of the UII Faculty of Law.

Similar sentiments were expressed by the Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law of the UII Faculty of Law, who also warmly welcomed the initiative and stated, “The Undergraduate Study Program in Law of the UII Faculty of Law is very grateful to ICRC Indonesia. Although there has been no formal cooperation yet, they have already carried out several dissemination programs and academic activities on international humanitarian law and human rights. As a result, many students have come to understand and learn about the application of international humanitarian law and human rights. On the same day, a ‘Halaqoh Fiqih Siyar 2025, Episode 1‘ event will be held with the theme ‘A Review of the Book Fiqih Kehidupan Series 17: Islam and International Humanitarian Law by Ahmad Sarwat,’ presented by Ust. Ahmad Sarwat from Rumah Fiqih Indonesia. This event is a collaboration between Insania (the Association of Lecturers and Researchers of Islamic Law and International Humanitarian Law in Indonesia) and the ICRC. The event, held at the Ulil Albab Mosque at UII, is expected to bring significant benefits to the development of international humanitarian law and human rights in Indonesia. Furthermore, we are also prepared to host the International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition at the end of this year, which will be held for the first time at the UII Faculty of Law.”

Following this, the event proceeded with the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the UII Faculty of Law and ICRC Indonesia, followed by an exchange of mementos and a group photo session.

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Fast and On Point, UII Law Student Graduates in a Short Time Without a Thesis

[KALIURANG]; One of the students from the Faculty of Law at the Islamic University of Indonesia (FH UII), Muhammad Irfan Dhiaulhaq AR—commonly known as Irfan—graduated with a Cumulative Grade Point Average (CGPA) of 3.73 in a relatively short academic period of 3 years and 3 months. He took part in the graduation ceremony on the first day of the UII Graduation Ceremony for the 4th Period of the 2024/2025 Academic Year, held on Saturday (April 26) at the Abdul Kahar Muzakkir Auditorium. Interestingly, Irfan graduated without a thesis, instead converting his final project (TA) into a co-authored journal with his academic supervisor, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D.

They co-authored a journal article titled “Striking A Balance Between Job Creation And Sustainability: The Need To Establish A True Environmental Protection Authority in Indonesia” (https://doi.org/10.22437/home.v7i1.317), which was submitted to the Jambe Law Journal, Edition No. 1 of 2024. This journal is accredited as SINTA 2 and served as the conversion for Irfan’s final project. The research raised concerns regarding Law No. 6 of 2023 on Job Creation, which disrupts the balance between economic activity and environmental sustainability by simplifying environmental permits and reducing AMDAL obligations. Using a normative legal approach, the research evaluates how this law diverges from principles of environmental protection. It calls for the establishment of an Environmental Protection Authority to ensure that all business activities in Indonesia comply with sustainability obligations and to prevent uncontrollable environmental degradation.

The process of writing the journal took six months—from September 2024 to March 2025—including preparation, major and minor revisions based on feedback from internal parties and peer reviewers, and the submission process. Irfan admitted that the research process was intense yet exciting due to the novelty of the topic.

“It was certainly intense and exciting, as the research presents a new field that has not been previously explored. Of course, the preparation phase had already begun long in advance, starting from the fifth semester,” Irfan stated during an interview.

Naturally, the process came with challenges—especially in ensuring consistency between the data and the research problem. He noted this was the most difficult part, as the data he used came from Australia.

“Since the data I obtained was specifically related to Australia, I had to regularly check Australian websites or obtain insights from sources there—either through public seminars or by personally emailing the relevant institutions,” he explained.

This journal publication ultimately became Irfan’s path to completing his studies in a notably short time. He also shared tips for students aiming to graduate quickly:
First, reduce non-academic commitments by the sixth semester, improve time management, and focus on the chosen final project topic.
Second, take the Research Methods course seriously and aim to finalize the project proposal by the end of the sixth semester.
Third, find a supervisor whose expertise aligns with your interests, as this significantly impacts the guidance process.
Fourth, choose friends wisely—especially those who are also motivated to graduate on time.
Lastly, strengthen spiritual practices, and seek prayers and support from parents to ensure a smooth academic journey.

He also shared a motivational message for fellow students to stay enthusiastic in their pursuit of success:
“Stay motivated, strive for success, and write to bring benefit to many people,” he concluded. (FMTZ)

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National Seminar : Exploring the Future of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection

Sleman, 11 June 2025 — The Department of State Administrative Law (HAN) of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), held a National Seminar titled “Exploring the Future of Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection” at the 4th Floor Auditorium of the Faculty of Law, UII campus, Jl. Kaliurang Km. 14.5, Sleman, D.I. Yogyakarta. More than 350 participants attended the event, both in person and online. The enthusiasm was evident from the diverse attendance, which included activists, practitioners, academics, bureaucrats, and even former Indonesian Migrant Workers (PMI) from various countries.

The national seminar was opened with remarks from the Dean of the Faculty of Law, UII, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum. He conveyed that the issue of PMI is a strategic one because, in addition to being contributors to the nation’s foreign exchange, they are also a vulnerable group that the state must protect. “Hopefully, the results of this national seminar will serve as valuable input for the drafting of the Bill on the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (RUU PPMI),” he stated.

The event was moderated by Dr. Despan Heryansyah, S.H.I., S.H., M.H. The keynote speaker was Dato Indera Drs. Hermono, M.A., the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Indonesia to Malaysia. Meanwhile, material presentations were delivered by Dr. Ahsanul Minan, Special Staff to the Minister for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers; Wahyu Susilo, Executive Director of Migrant CARE; Eni Lestari Andayani Adi, from the PMI Division Working Team of the Indonesian Diaspora Network (IDN) Global and Chairwoman of the International Migrants Alliance; and Mustika Prabaningrum Kusumawati, S.H., M.H., a lecturer from the Department of State Administrative Law, Faculty of Law, UII.

In his speech, Dato Indera Drs. Hermono highlighted that the problem with PMI protection in Indonesia is caused by a long-entrenched, placement-oriented perspective. Consequently, PMI is viewed merely as an economic function (economic interest). Therefore, PMI must be seen as subjects, so that their protection is based on the perspective of human dignity.

“If we prioritize a placement-oriented view that focuses only on the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), Indonesia’s bargaining power will be weaker than that of the destination country. However, if protection is prioritized, it will grant Indonesia a higher bargaining power, as demonstrated by the practice in Malaysia,” he asserted.

Moving on to the presentation by Dr. Ahsanul Minan, he noted the ongoing institutional transformation from the former BP2MI (Indonesian Migrant Worker Protection Agency) to the Ministry for the Protection of Indonesian Migrant Workers (KP2MI). He further emphasized the implementation of policy reforms based on service digitalization, increased legal and financial literacy, and the integration of cross-border protection desks. As Dr. Ahsanul Minan stated in his presentation, “Protection is not about shelter, but about the system. We need a system that is professional, responsive, and empathetic towards migrant workers as full citizens, not objects of pity.”

Meanwhile, Eni Lestari, in the national seminar forum, highlighted the government’s absence in providing protection for PMI thus far. Eni Lestari explained that PMI issues do not occur at just one stage but at every stage, from pre-departure and during placement to their return to their home country. This is caused by the weak bargaining position of PMI, who are often identified as cheap labor, with wages even lower than the standard for local workers in the destination country. Furthermore, Eni Lestari explained the harsh reality that, “PMI return home injured, unemployed, and are considered ‘former laborers’ by their communities.” For Eni Lestari, a change in the Law on PMI Protection is necessary, one that is more aspirative and participatory by involving PMI.

From his perspective, Wahyu Susilo explained that the recent surge in PMI is a result of the COVID-19 Pandemic, which has triggered a wave of migration to various countries. “Human trafficking is now expanding, where it previously targeted people with weak economies, the poor, and the uneducated. Now, it has shifted to people with adequate economies, from urban areas, and who are educated. This is because victims are taken hostage by perpetrators to extort their parents. Moreover, this situation is exacerbated by the inconsistency of stop-and-go policies during the COVID-19 pandemic,” he concluded.

According to Wahyu Susilo, the most vulnerable PMIs are those who work as Domestic Workers (PRT), a sector dominated by women, whose welfare remains questionable. Wahyu Susilo stressed the importance of synchronizing national laws and regulations with international covenants such as the International Labour Organization Convention 189.

Meanwhile, Mustika Prabaningrum, from an academic perspective, highlighted the wide gap between the ideal and reality. Ideally, PMI should receive information, training, fair work contracts, and safety guarantees. In reality, many are sent undocumented, are unaware of their rights, and fall victim to the practice of overcharging. “Systemic reform must start from the upstream, namely through the empowerment of migrant villages and vocational training relevant to global labor market needs,” Mustika emphasized in her presentation.

In addition to the national seminar, the Department of State Administrative Law, Faculty of Law, UII also held a national Call for Paper conference, attended by 29 institutions, including Universitas Gadjah Mada, the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN), and the Coordination of Former Indonesian Migrant Workers (KPPMI). Zakiul Fikri, S.H., M.A., LL.M, in his remarks as the Committee Chair, mentioned that 43 papers that passed the selection process from various participating institutions were presented at the event, divided into two online chambers, one hybrid chamber, and two offline chambers.

Thus, the agenda of the national seminar and the presentation of scientific papers were inclusive, attended by various stakeholders to reflect on and provide input to the Government on what policies are appropriate to improve the protection for PMI in the future.

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Guest Lecture with Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia: “Inheritance Law in Malaysia”

The Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), held a public lecture on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Stage Room, west wing, Faculty of Law UII. This public lecture featured Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim from the Faculty of Law (FUU), National University of Malaysia (UKM), as the speaker. The lecture addressed the theme of Islamic Inheritance Law in Malaysia, with the specific title discussed being “Estate Management in Malaysia.” This mandatory event was attended by students of the Undergraduate Program in Law enrolled in the Islamic Inheritance Law course and was moderated by Dr. Umar Haris Sanjaya, S.H., M.H., the lecturer for the Islamic Inheritance Law course at the Faculty of Law UII.

In this public lecture, it was conveyed that “Islamic Inheritance Law has differences, possibly due to the influence of the common law system. However, fundamentally, the inheritance distribution for Muslims is almost the same as in Indonesia. This is because both Malaysia and Indonesia possess and adhere to Islamic law,” stated Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim.

The Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, Dodik Setiawan Nur H, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., in his opening remarks, stated that, “This public lecture or guest lecture program is not the first, and it is an ongoing program, similar to previous semesters. This includes inviting [speakers] from the National University of Malaysia so that both international and regular program students have comprehensive preparedness and understanding, especially a comparative understanding of the inheritance systems in both Indonesia and its implementation in Malaysia.”

The Undergraduate Study Program in Law greatly hopes that students can develop, or perhaps gain insights and knowledge from Dr. Fatimah’s presentation, which can later serve as a basis for writing their final assignments. The event was attended by approximately 40 students and proceeded smoothly due to active interaction from the students. Before the event was closed by the moderator, a question-and-answer session was opened for the students, followed by a group photo session with the speaker and the moderator.

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UII Law Faculty Welcomes Delegates from the University of Galway to Strengthen International Collaboration

Yogyakarta, May 2, 2025—The Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (FH UII), continues to strengthen its international engagement by hosting a delegation from the University of Galway, Ireland, one of Europe’s prominent universities. The visit marked an initial step toward exploring cross-border academic cooperation to expand students’ and faculty’s access to global collaborative programs.

Associate Professor Emer Curtis, Associate Head of Internationalisation at the J.E. Cairnes School of Business and Economics and a member of the Academic Council at the University of Galway, led the delegation from the University of Galway. She was accompanied by Michael Noble, B.Sc., MBS, PgDip., representing the Irish Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

The visiting delegates were warmly received by Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., Dean of FH UII, along with other faculty leaders. Among those present were Dr. Sri Hastuti Puspitasari, S.H., M.H., Vice Dean for Human Resources; Syarif Nurhidayat, S.H., M.H., Secretary of the Department of Law; Prof. Dr. Sefriani, S.H., M.Hum., Head of the Master Program in Law; Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law; Mukmin Zakie, S.H., M.Hum., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Business Law; Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H., Secretary of the International Undergraduate Study Program in Law; Frances Annmarie Duffy, LL.M., Grad Dip Ed, BA., CEL, foreign faculty lecturer at FH UII; and Rahadian Diffaul Barraq Suwartono, S.H., M.H., Lecturer in Constitutional Law in FH UII.

In his remarks, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi emphasized that internationalization is a central pillar of FH UII’s academic development. “We are open to collaboration with top-tier universities around the world, including the University of Galway. The presence of an Irish lecturer among our permanent faculty serves as a valuable bridge for this prospective partnership,” he stated.

The meeting involved strategic discussions on various potential areas of collaboration, such as student exchange programs for both undergraduate (S1) and postgraduate (S2) levels, guest lectures, visiting professorships, and the development of joint degree initiatives.

Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, noted that the program is actively expanding its international track and is seeking overseas partners to support students pursuing global academic experiences. “There are numerous collaborative opportunities that can be implemented between FH UII and the University of Galway. Our undergraduate program is highly receptive to student exchange initiatives, allowing both S1 and S2 students to study for one semester at the School of Law, University of Galway. Furthermore, the presence of visiting professors and guest lectures can serve as a medium to introduce the academic environment of the University of Galway to our students, especially at the undergraduate level. As we already operate an International Program, we are in need of international partners to support our students in pursuing global education and participating in Joint Degree Programs,” he explained.

In response, Associate Professor Emer Curtis welcomed the opportunity for collaboration and expressed readiness to begin preparing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to formalize the cooperation. “We are open to initiating joint academic activities that engage students and faculty members from both institutions,” he said.

The discussion also explored the potential for collaboration at the doctoral level. Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi highlighted that FH UII is currently one of the few private law faculties in Indonesia receiving full scholarship support from LPDP (Lembaga Pengelola Dana Pendidikan) for its Doctoral Program in Law (PSHPD). “We see a promising opportunity for our doctoral students to undertake part of their studies at the University of Galway and graduate with a dual degree upon completion of their academic journey in both institutions,” he added.

The visit concluded with a networking session, token exchange, and group photo. FH UII hopes this collaboration will soon be realized through concrete programs that enhance academic quality and cultivate global partnerships. (Farchan Juliansyah)

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Faculty of Law UII Welcomes Australian Students in International Program, Undergraduate Study Program in Law

The Undergraduate Study Program in Law, International Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) for the even semester of the 2024/2025 academic year has welcomed three students from Australia. The three Australian students are Curry Jordan James and Alannah Kaye Yuen from the University of Western Australia. Both students joined through the ACICIS (Australian Consortium for In-Country Indonesian Studies) program. Additionally, Cassandra Alice Stamatescu from Monash University is a recipient of the New Colombo Plan (NCP) Scholarship from the Australian Government. The three Australian students will study at the International Program, Faculty of Law UII, for approximately one semester.

The three students were welcomed in the Dean’s office of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, by Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., after having completed an adaptation program to facilitate their studies at the Faculty of Law UII. In his welcoming remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Law UII stated, “We are very grateful for the trust of Australian students in choosing to study at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, especially in the International Program. This proves that the Faculty of Law UII is not only a learning destination for students from Indonesia but also for those from leading universities around the world, including Australia. We hope this collaboration will be fruitful, and the students can gain much knowledge and experience during their studies at the Faculty of Law UII.”

In the same opportunity, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, conveyed that “These three international program students, like many other foreign students, are interested in studying at the Faculty of Law UII, particularly in the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, because they want to learn Indonesian law and Islamic law. Therefore, many courses on Indonesian law and Islamic law are their primary learning objectives. We encourage them to make the most of this opportunity to deepen their understanding of Indonesian and Islamic law. Furthermore, the study program also organizes interesting programs such as cultural events and others to help students adapt and get to know the surrounding environment at Universitas Islam Indonesia.”

During the same event, the students also expressed their gratitude for being accepted into the Faculty of Law UII and expressed their hope that many of their juniors at their home universities in Australia will also study at the Faculty of Law UII for one or two semesters.

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The Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia, to Hold the Cultural program 2025: “Business Law and Local Content in Indonesia”

The Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) will once again hold a cultural program for international students in the even semester of 2024/2025. This program is held from Thursday to Friday, April 17-18, 2025, and will take place at d’Omah Hotel Bantul, Yogyakarta. The theme of this cultural program is “Business Law and Local Content in Indonesia.” On this occasion, the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Faculty of Law, combines legal studies with cultural experiences to offer a unique learning opportunity that blends classroom knowledge with real-world application. The program includes a series of engaging activities and actively involves participants in an introduction to the fundamentals of Indonesian business law and the rich culture of Indonesia, particularly in Yogyakarta. The main material sessions during this program will focus on “Introducing Yogyakarta’s Culture” and “Introduction to Indonesian Business Law,” aiming to provide students with an in-depth understanding of the local legal environment and traditional practices.

Participants in this cultural program include international students and international lecturers at the Faculty of Law, UII. Among the international lecturers are Christopher M. Cason, JD., LL.M., and Ahmad Saad Ahmad Al Dafrawi, Ph.D., M.D., B.Sc., international lecturers from the United States and Iraq, respectively. Firdoos Khan, Abi Abdullah, and Adedoyin Yusuff Olatunji are undergraduate students at the Faculty of Law, UII. Additionally, there are 3 international students from Australia: Curry Jordan James and Alannah Kaye Yuen from the University of Western Australia and Cassandra Alice Stamatescu from Monash University. There are also Ahmad Mansour Azimi and Muhammad Tahir Yahya, who are prospective master’s and doctoral students at the Faculty of Law, UII. In addition to the international students, there are also buddies who are students from the International Program of the Faculty of Law, class of 2024, namely Ajwa Larasati Mokoputri, Imelda Rahma Suband, Maki Zakariya, and M. Mustofah Bisri.

The international students and lecturers will depart for d’Omah Bantul on Thursday, April 17, 2025, at 3:00 PM using the UII bus. Upon arrival at the location, the agenda will continue with a material session by the Head of Undergraduate Program in Law, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., on the theme “Introducing Yogyakarta’s Culture,” moderated by the Secretary of the International Program, Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H. The evening agenda will continue with an art class, namely Angklung. Participants will be taught how to use the angklung and sing several songs using the musical instrument.

The following morning, participants will be taken to Bantul Market and will then have a Soto Rejeki breakfast. After returning to the hotel, the program will continue with an opening ceremony and a presentation by the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Prof. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., on the theme “Introduction to Indonesian Business Law,” moderated by Allya Syifa Akhsanty, S.H., M.H., a lecturer from the Faculty of Law, UII. Moving on to the next agenda, participants will attend a pottery-making class (making and painting), where participants can take their creations home. Finally, at the end of the program, participants will visit the Imogiri Royal Cemetery located in Surakarta Pajimatan, Karang Kulon Wukirsari, Imogiri, Bantul, Special Region of Yogyakarta.

“This program is part of the cultural acculturation for international students in the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. In addition, this program is also a platform for networking and collaboration among students of the Faculty of Law, UII. This program is routinely held every semester with different and diverse materials and information according to the level of understanding of students, especially those related to the history and culture of the Indonesian nation. By understanding this, students can easily adapt to the surrounding environment during their studies at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia,” said the Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Dodik Setiawan Nur Herianto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D.

“I strongly support this program because it is one of the excellent programs in the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. This program is known as one of the popular programs for international students studying at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. This program is not only about introducing the culture and history of the Indonesian nation but also enables students to understand the situation and network of collaboration among students, both international and local, at the Faculty of Law, UII. This proves that there are currently more and more international students enrolling and studying at the Faculty of Law, UII,” stated the Dean of the Faculty of Law, UII, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum.

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International Collaboration: Faculty of Law UII and FUU UKM Malaysia in the COIL Program 2025

The Undergraduate Study Program in Law of Faculty of Law at the Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) has once again organized the International Inbound Mobility Program, the Collaborative Offline International Learning (COIL) Program 2025. The COIL Program 2025 officially commenced on Monday, April 28, 2025, in the Auditorium room on the 4th floor of the Faculty of Law UII. This program is a collaboration between Undergraduate Study Program in Law of the Faculty of Law and the Fakulti Undang-Undang (FUU) of the University Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM). The delegation from FUU UKM Malaysia comprised 13 students accompanied by several lecturers: Dr. Suhaizad Saifuddin, Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim, and Dr. Asma Hakimah Ab. Halim. The program began with an International Seminar themed “Comparative Study on Malaysian and Indonesian Legal System.” This event involved active participation from students of both institutions, aiming to broaden their knowledge and experience in the field of law.

As the representative of FUU UKM Malaysia, Dr. Suhaizad Saifuddin conveyed in his address, “Firstly, on behalf of our Dean, Prof. Dr. Rasyikah MD Khalid, I extend greetings and express our highest appreciation and immense gratitude to the Faculty of Law UII for welcoming our delegation from UKM to jointly make our program successful this morning and throughout this week. This marks the first collaborative event between UKM and UII. Accompanying the UKM delegation are Dr. Fatimah Yusro Hashim and 13 selected students (6 male and 7 female), who are among UKM’s excellent students both academically and in co-curricular activities. We sincerely hope this program will foster closer ties [silaturahim] between UKM and UII and that the network of cooperation in academic and cultural fields between the two institutions can be expanded and strengthened.”

The event continued with welcoming remarks from the Faculty of Law UII, represented on this occasion by the Vice Dean for Religious Affairs, Student Affairs, and Alumni, Drs. Agus Triyanta, M.A., M.H., Ph.D. He stated, “Welcome to our guests from Malaysia at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia. We hope this visit by our brethren is not the first to the Faculty of Law UII, and we hope for more frequent visits to Indonesia in the future, especially to Yogyakarta and the Faculty of Law UII. On behalf of our Dean, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., I deliver these welcoming remarks this morning, firstly acknowledging the greetings from the Dean of FUU UKM, and we extend our greetings back to him. This morning’s event is a very pleasant occasion as we launch the COIL Program 2025. This is an annual agenda consistently organized by the Undergraduate Study Program, Faculty of Law, UII. The objective of this activity is to broaden the perspectives, insights, and views of students by exposing them to various global and regional legal issues. I have reviewed the agenda planned until May 2nd; it is quite packed, and I am confident that in the time ahead, it will leave a lasting impression on the Malaysian students regarding Indonesia, including its education system and judicial system, as well as the culture and traditions present in Indonesia, particularly in Yogyakarta.”

Following the remarks, the event featured a performance of the Ratoeh Jaroe dance from Aceh by Xaviera UII, followed by the main session: a General Lecture and Discussion on “Contemporary Issues under Indonesian and Malaysian Law,” moderated by the Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Dodik Setiawan Nur H., S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D. The speakers for this session were Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., discussing “Copyrights in the Music Industry in Indonesia”; Dr. Suhaizad Saifuddin, presenting a “Comparative Analysis on Theories and Concepts of Judicial Process between Common Law and Islamic Judiciary”; and Dr. Aroma Elmina Martha, S.H., M.H., on the theme “The Protection of Women and Children under Indonesian Criminal Law.” After the presentations by the speakers, the session continued with a Q&A segment and the introduction of the 13 students from FUU UKM Malaysia.

The COIL Program 2025 between the Faculty of Law UII and FUU UKM Malaysia will run for nearly a week. This intensive program includes various engaging activities, such as visits to the Yogyakarta District Court, Monggo Chocolate Museum, UII Museum, and the UII Center for Legal Studies and Aid (PKBH). Students will also have the opportunity to experience the Lava Jeep Tour Merapi, offering a unique adventure and refreshing scenery.

In addition to academic and tourism activities, the COIL Program 2025 also features several engaging competitions, such as public speaking and poster competitions. These activities allow students from both institutions to showcase their creativity and skills in various areas. Thus, the COIL Program 2025 not only enriches students’ knowledge in the field of law but also promotes collaboration, creativity, and cultural exchange between FH UII and FUU UKM Malaysia.

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Parent/Guardian Audiences Regarding the Evaluation of Student Studies in the Undergraduate Law Program at the Faculty of Law, UII

On Saturday, December 14, 2024, the Undergraduate Study Program in Law Program at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), held a meeting with parents/guardians of students from the 2018, 2019, and 2023 cohorts. This activity aimed to provide information and solutions regarding the study period of students at the Faculty of Law, UII, particularly for those in the 2018, 2019, and 2023 cohorts. The event, held online via Zoom Meeting, is a routine annual agenda to provide updated information regarding students’ studies to parents/guardians. This event was conducted in two sessions; the first session was a meeting with parents/guardians of the 2018 and 2019 cohorts, while the second session was with parents/guardians of the 2023 cohort. The activity, which began at 1:00 PM WIB, was not only attended by parents/guardians of students but also by students, lecturers, and education staff of the Faculty of Law, UII.

After the agenda was opened by the Master of Ceremony, the meeting continued with a speech by the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., who stated, “We from the Undergraduate Law Program would like to extend our ties with all of you, especially the families of students from the 2018, 2019, and 2023 cohorts. On this occasion, we will conduct a study evaluation, particularly concerning the academic performance of your children. This is part of UII’s characteristics, where we continuously conduct evaluations so that you can understand the academic progress of your children. Remembering that your children are from the 2018 and 2019 cohorts, we need to announce that the maximum study period for the 2018 cohort is July 2025, while for the 2019 cohort, it is July 2026. For the 2018 cohort, please ensure and evaluate if there are still courses that need to be taken and the final thesis hasn’t been started. Given the limited time, we suggest transferring to a campus with a lower passing grade than UII, where your children can continue their studies and still have the opportunity to earn a bachelor’s degree. However, if the student has already completed the theoretical coursework and is currently working on the Final Thesis, we encourage them to continue and be supervised so that it can be completed before the set deadline. Additionally, we also hope that parents/guardians can increase their personal approach to their children so that students will be open about their study progress and other matters.” This was the speech from the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, Faculty of Law, UII.

The event continued with an academic explanation presented by the Head of the Academic Division of the Faculty of Law, UII, Muhammad Arief Satejo Kinady, A.Md., who mentioned that “proper supervision is needed for students, especially those struggling academically. It’s necessary to provide assistance to students during their study period and to be aware of their academic status. Students can retake courses in the next semester if they fail to meet the required attendance and academic performance. Additionally, students also need to pay attention to the preparation of their final thesis and the importance of uploading their work to the provided information system. The role of parents is also needed in monitoring the academic performance of their sons and daughters so that they can report any problems to the Faculty of Law, UII.” This was the explanation from the Head of the Academic Division of the Faculty of Law, UII.

After the explanation was given by the academic representative of the Faculty of Law, UII, the event continued with a discussion and Q&A session with parents/guardians of the 2018, 2019, and 2023 cohorts. It is hoped that this activity can monitor study progress and establish intensive communication between parents/guardians and the study program. For students who are unable to complete their studies on time, it is recommended to immediately take alternative solutions, including transferring campuses. It is advised that the academic staff and students build more intensive communication.