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Guest Lecture on Islamic Banking Customer Data Protection: Malaysian Legal Perspective with Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda, Ph.D., MCL., LL.B

The International Program of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), successfully organized an interactive guest lecture featuring a prominent legal expert from Malaysia, Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda, Ph.D., MCL., LL.B. The event, themed “Islamic Banking Customer Data Protection: Malaysian Legal Perspective,” took place on Friday, October 10, 2025, and was attended by approximately 50 students, lecturers, and educational staff.

In his presentation, Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda highlighted the urgency of customer data protection, especially in the context of Islamic banking, which has recently become a crucial issue in Indonesia, such as the data breach case at Bank Syariah Indonesia (BSI). He drew comparisons with the situation in Malaysia, where personal data protection regulations are strictly enforced. “In Malaysia, personal data protection is extremely crucial, and many companies, especially in the banking sector, have faced legal action due to negligence in data management,” stated Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda.

The two-hour guest lecture provided new insights for participants into best practices and legal challenges related to Islamic banking customer data protection. The event concluded with the presentation of a souvenir by Mr. Bagya Agung Prabowo, S.H., M.Hum., Ph.D., as the Secretary of the Regular Program, Undergraduate Program in Law, at the Faculty of Law UII, as a token of appreciation to the speaker.

The Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., expressed his appreciation. “The Study Program greatly appreciates the presence of Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda, Ph.D., MCL, LL.B., to deliver a guest lecture at the Faculty of Law, UII. We hope that more activities can be carried out to facilitate the transfer of knowledge, especially concerning legal developments in Malaysia, to students of the Undergraduate Program in Law, particularly those from the International Program,” he said.

Before the guest lecture, Assoc. Prof. Sonny Zulhuda also had a friendly gathering in the Faculty Lounge with the leadership of the Faculty of Law UII, including the Dean, Vice Dean for Religious Affairs, Student Affairs and Alumni, Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Head of the Undergraduate Program in Business Law, and Secretary of the Regular Program. This meeting also discussed potential future collaborations between the International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM) and Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII).

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia Collaborates with the Faculty of Law UII to Organize an FGD & Workshop

The Faculty of Law at Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), in collaboration with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia (Kemenlu RI), successfully organized a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and Workshop titled “Evaluation and Planned Amendments to the Foreign Relations Law” and “Foreign Law in the Indonesian Legal System.” This collaborative event took place over two days, from October 14 to 15, 2025, at the Faculty of Law UII.

The activities commenced with an FGD on Tuesday, October 14, 2025, in the Erasmus Room. This in-depth discussion featured three permanent lecturers from the Faculty of Law UII as speakers: Prof. Dr. Sefriani, S.H., M.Hum., from the Department of International Law; Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., from the Department of International Law; and Rahadian D. B. Suwartono, S.H., M.H., from the Department of Constitutional Law. The FGD generated numerous valuable inputs regarding the planned amendments to the Draft Law on Foreign Relations, both from international and national legal perspectives.

On that occasion, Prof. Dr. Sefriani, S.H., M.Hum., conveyed her hopes. “The Draft Law on Foreign Relations has been proposed for discussion and amendment for a very long time. We sincerely hope that with the inclusion of this draft in the 2025 National Legislation Program (Prolegnas), we can have a much more comprehensive legal norm that provides legal certainty, particularly concerning Indonesia’s foreign policy on the international stage,” emphasized Prof. Sefriani.

On the second day, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, a workshop titled “Foreign Law in the Indonesian Legal System” was held in the Stageroom on the west side. The event was attended by approximately 40 students, professors, and academics from the Faculty of Law UII. Two speakers from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, namely Kartini Eliva Angel, S.H., and Blandina Pella, S.H., LL.M., provided in-depth presentations and addressed the enthusiastic questions from participants regarding the direction of Indonesian law and foreign relations. Participants also received attractive souvenirs from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

The workshop concluded with remarks from the Head of the Undergraduate Program in Law, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., “We greatly appreciate the harmonious collaboration between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the Faculty of Law UII. This signifies that the Ministry of Foreign Affairs is not only focused on Indonesia’s foreign policy but also pays attention to various roles, particularly those related to the legal field. The objective is to ensure that Indonesia’s foreign relations align with the mission outlined in the constitution and applicable international legal norms. We hope this cooperation will lead to more beneficial activities, not only for students but also for all academics of the Faculty of Law UII,” said Mr. Dodik.

The series of events concluded with a friendly gathering and an exchange of souvenirs. Representatives from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs also took the opportunity to visit the museum and Kimpulan Temple located in the Library area of UII, adding to their insights into the rich cultural and historical heritage of UII.

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Guest Lecture by Prof. Stefan Koos on “Artificial Intelligence and Law”

Professor Stefan Koos from the Universität der Bundeswehr München, Germany, taught at the Undergraduate Law Program, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII). He served as a part-time lecturer for approximately one week, from Tuesday, September 30, 2025, to Thursday, October 4, 2025. Professor Koos taught several courses in the Undergraduate Law Program, including: Cyber Law, Commercial Law, Introduction to Indonesian Legal System, and Introduction to Legal Science. During his tenure at the UII Faculty of Law, Professor Koos delivered material covering several key themes, namely: Copyright and training of AI, International Company Law, Protection of Entrepreneurial Achievement in Unfair Competition Law, Consumer Protection in Germany, Digital Globalization and Law Development, and AI in Law. The public lecture, which was attended by students, took place in several rooms, such as the Erasmus Room, the Audiovisual Room, and the West Stageroom of the UII Faculty of Law Building. At the end of the final session, the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., represented the Faculty in presenting a souvenir to Prof. Stefan, followed by a photo session with the students.

In addition to the public lecture, Prof. Stefan also conducted a workshop attended by lecturers at the UII Faculty of Law. The theme for this workshop was “Introduction to AI & Law for Lecturers.” The workshop, held in the Erasmus Room, was moderated by Sheila Noor Baity, S.H., LL.M., a lecturer at the UII Faculty of Law. Lecturers from several departments of the Faculty of Law, including Civil Law, Criminal Law, International Law, Constitutional Law, and State Administrative Law, were also in attendance.

While in Yogyakarta, Professor Stefan Koos also enjoyed culinary tourism and attended a dinner reception hosted by the entire leadership of the UII Faculty of Law. The dinner was held on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, at Swasana Restaurant. During the meeting, Professor Koos expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome and the hospitality extended by the UII Faculty of Law. He expressed hope that he would be able to return to teach at the UII Faculty of Law annually, perhaps focusing on one or two specific courses, to allow students to gain a deeper focus on the material provided by Professor Stefan Koos.

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Initiation of Cooperation between the Faculty of Law, UII, and the Faculty of Law, Pablo de Olavide University, Spain

During his visit to Yogyakarta, Prof. Raúl Gabriel Sánchez Gómez from Pablo de Olavide University, Spain, conducted an exploratory visit for cooperation with the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII). During his visit, Prof. Raúl offered an Erasmus cooperation, particularly in the field of clinical law. It is hoped that this cooperation can be submitted next year and further strengthen the legal clinics already run by the Center for Legal Aid and Consultation (PKBH) UII.

During a dinner reception, the Vice Dean for Religious Affairs, Student Affairs, and Alumni, Drs. Agus Triyanta, M.A., M.H., Ph.D., stated, “We highly appreciate this cooperation initiative. We also strongly hope that it can be further developed, particularly as offered by Prof. Raúl, to provide opportunities for lecturers from the Faculty of Law, UII, who specialize in civil procedural law and clinical law, to pursue or study for a Ph.D. at Prof. Raúl’s university, Pablo de Olavide University, Spain.”

Currently, Prof. Raúl is in Yogyakarta and is also part of a team tasked with conducting a review of Erasmus Masudem (Master Studies in Sustainable Development and Management), for which the Faculty of Business and Economics, UII, is coincidentally the recipient of the Erasmus grant. The event concluded with a friendly gathering, discussion, and a group photo at one of Yogyakarta’s restaurants.

 

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Guest Lecture by Prof. Raúl Gabriel Sánchez Gómez (Pablo de Olavide University, Spain)

On Thursday, September 25, 2025, a guest lecture was held featuring Prof. Raúl Gabriel Sánchez Gómez from Pablo de Olavide University, Spain. This guest lecture was attended by approximately 75 students from the International Program of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII). The theme of this guest lecture was “The Procedural Law and The Legal Clinics: An Experience from Spain.”

During the public lecture, Prof. Raúl presented material related to Civil Procedural Law in Spain and the development of legal clinics, particularly their evolution in the European Union. The event, held in the Audiovisual Room on the 4th floor of the Faculty of Law, was moderated by Rizky Ramadhan Baried, S.H., M.H., a lecturer at the Faculty of Law, UII.

In this public lecture, Prof. Raúl stated, “Legal clinics in the European Union are developing very rapidly, considering the many land-related issues, including in Spain. Thus, there is a great need for support and academic discussions at our university, Pablo de Olavide University, Spain. Currently, we also offer specializations in legal clinics for undergraduate (S1), master’s (S2), and doctoral (S3) programs.” Prof. Raúl conveyed this while delivering the lecture at the Faculty of Law, UII.

As the moderator, Mr. Rizky also mentioned, “Currently, the Faculty of Law, UII, has a Center for Legal Aid and Consultation (PKBH) as a platform for legal clinics at the Faculty of Law, UII, which is the oldest and one of the most active faculties of law with an extraordinary role. These legal clinics have developed rapidly after many communities entrusted PKBH UII to provide legal assistance and consultation. Currently, a new building is also under construction, and we are not only building facilities but also developing activities that can support law enforcement in Indonesia. We hope that with the presence of Prof. Raúl, we can gain comparative knowledge.” Mr. Rizky concluded his remarks.

In his closing remarks, Dodik Setiawan Nur H., S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., as the Head of the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, stated, “We highly appreciate this guest lecture, which even features an expert from Spain sharing knowledge related to legal clinics. And we hope that this knowledge can be further developed, not only for PKBH but also for the entire academic community. This event is one of our internationalization activities, enabling students to build comparative legal knowledge.”

The event then concluded with a question-and-answer session and a souvenir handover. Simultaneously, Prof. Raúl also visited the UII Museum and conducted a campus tour of the Faculty of Law, UII.

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Indonesian Association of Law Journal (APJHI) Holds Integrity Pact Ceremony at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia

On September 16, 2025, the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), hosted the Ratification of the Code of Ethics and Signing of the Integrity Pact organized by the Indonesian Association of Law Journal (APJHI). The event was held in the 2nd-floor meeting room of the Faculty and attended by representatives from law journal managers across Indonesia—from the western, central, and eastern regions of the country.

In his opening remarks, Dr. Kukuh Tejo Murti, S.H., LL.M., Chairman of APJHI, expressed hope that this event would contribute significantly to maintaining and enhancing the quality of law journal publications in Indonesia. “This Integrity Pact is a vital milestone, particularly as many Indonesian law journals have already obtained national accreditation (SINTA) and even international indexation (Scopus or Web of Science). Through today’s signing, we aim to strengthen the scholarly foundation of Indonesian legal publications and elevate their credibility globally,” he said.

The ceremony began with speeches from the Chairman of APJHI and the Dean of the Faculty of Law UII. It served as a follow-up to the outcomes of the APJHI Annual Meeting previously held at Universitas Pasundan, Bandung, in June 2025, where the draft Code of Ethics was deliberated collectively to establish a shared commitment to quality improvement in legal journal publications.

In his remarks, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., Dean of the Faculty of Law UII, emphasized the faculty’s dedication to academic integrity: “We strongly support this Code of Ethics and Integrity Pact as mechanisms to uphold the credibility of Indonesian law journals. At UII, integrity is one of our core values, especially as journal managers now face increasing challenges and ethical dilemmas. This collective commitment is essential to ensure that Indonesian legal publications serve as global academic references in the field of law.”

Meanwhile, Dr. Saru Arifin, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D., a member of the APJHI Executive Committee, also stressed the importance of preserving academic integrity in Indonesian higher education institutions: “UII was chosen as the host for this ceremony because of its strong track record in upholding academic ethics. APJHI has established a dedicated Division of Publication Ethics, particularly as more Indonesian law journals are indexed by Scopus. However, we are also aware of negative international perceptions about some journals. If left unchecked, this could lead to the erosion of academic integrity and damage the reputation of Indonesian legal scholars. Our aim must go beyond indexation; it must focus on elevating academic standards and scholarly recognition on the global stage.”

The event was also attended by prominent figures in legal academia and journal management, including:

  • Bambang Sutiyoso, S.H., M.Hum. (Head of Department, FH UII)
  • Ni’matul Huda, S.H., M.Hum. (Professor of Constitutional Law, FH UII)
  • Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D. (Head of Undergraduate Law Program, FH UII & Editor-in-Chief of Prophetic Law Review)
  • Dhiana Puspitasari, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D. (Professor at Universitas Brawijaya & APJHI Board Member)
  • Fajri Matahati Muhammadin, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D. (Legal Academic & Journal Manager at Universitas Gadjah Mada)
  • Nindry Sulistya Widiastiani, S.H., M.H. (FH Atma Jaya Yogyakarta)
  • Setyo Utomo, S.H., M.Hum. (FH Universitas Panca Bhakti)
  • Jufryanto Puluhulawa, S.H., M.H. (Universitas Negeri Gorontalo)
  • Saru Arifin, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D. (FH Universitas Negeri Semarang)

In addition, representatives from Hukum Online and several media outlets were present to the event.

Prof. Dhiana Puspitasari, serving as a Senior Advisor to APJHI, concluded with an insightful reflection: “I strongly support this initiative. Our early goal was to promote the internationalization of Indonesian legal scholarship by encouraging local authors to publish in domestic journals, rather than spending excessively to publish abroad. Over time, however, we’ve encountered new challenges. This Code of Ethics is essential to restore balance and ensure that while we pursue global indexation, we remain committed to academic excellence and integrity.”

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International Program Students of the Faculty of Law Participate in Studium Generale and English Matriculation

Students of the International Program (IP) at the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), completed a Studium Generale as part of their English Matriculation Program. The event took place on Friday, September 12, 2025, in the West Stage Room, 3rd floor of the UII Faculty of Law Building. All first-semester IP students from the UII Faculty of Law attended the event. This activity was a collaborative effort between the Bachelor of Law Study Program (PSHPS) and Cilacs UII, designed to equip students with proficient English language skills.

The event commenced at 08.00 AM WIB with an online address from the Head of Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D. In his address, he extended congratulations and highlighted the significance of this activity and the English Matriculation Program for the future success of IP students. Following this, Suprihatin, S.Pd, Head of the Academic Department at Cilacs UII, elaborated on the details of the English Matriculation programs that the students would undertake.

An inspiring motivational session was delivered by Mr. Widodo, Managing Director of Mangrove Education, who successfully boosted the participants’ spirits. Before the event concluded at 11.30 AM WIB, IP students were divided into several groups for conversation sessions with Cilacs staff. This session served as a pre-test to assess the students’ initial English proficiency, ensuring that the English Matriculation Program could be tailored to the skill levels and needs of each group.

It is hoped that this activity will provide a strong foundation for the International Program students of the UII Faculty of Law in developing their English language abilities, which are crucial for supporting their studies and careers in the international arena.

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Faculty of Law Universitas Islam Indonesia Holds Study Skills Event: Equipping New Students to Be Successful Learners

The Faculty of Law at Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) successfully organized a “Study Skill” event for new students of the 2025/2026 academic year. Held on Saturday, September 13, 2025, in the Auditorium on the 4th Floor of the UII Faculty of Law Building, the event was attended by approximately 1000 new undergraduate students. This mandatory event provided a comprehensive explanation of the academic system, which is crucial for students’ future success in graduation.

The event commenced with an opening address by the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum. He emphasized the significant difference between learning processes in high school and university, particularly concerning self-reliance. “Learning at the Faculty of Law UII should not be limited to classroom settings; it can also be interpreted as learning outside the classroom. Therefore, if you don’t attend class, it doesn’t mean you’re not learning, but rather that you must continue learning,” Prof. Budi stated, highlighting the importance of exploring knowledge beyond formal lectures.

The event proceeded with the first material session, delivered by RR. Indah Ria Sulistya Rini, S.Psi. MA., Psychologist, on the theme “Becoming a Successful Student in All Roles.” She elaborated, “Being a university student is different from being in high school because once you’re in college, decisions are entirely in your own hands. Parents’ involvement is minimal; in fact, what you become depends on each of you. New students commonly experience feelings related to enthusiasm, anxiety, uncertainty, joy, loss, loneliness, stress, and even confusion. However, attention must be paid to risky behaviors such as drug abuse, free sex, aggression, and alcohol consumption,” she cautioned, reminding participants to be aware of potential risks.

The session continued with “Library Literacy,” presented by Mr. Teguh Prasetyo Utomo, S.IP. He stressed the vital importance of information literacy in the modern era and the role of libraries as primary resources for supporting learning and research through access to in-depth literature and adequate facilities. “It is crucial in this era that we possess information literacy skills—namely, the ability to reason and think critically to select, sort, and then utilize information for our various needs. As students, why should we go to the library? This is because libraries offer various services to support learning and research activities, in addition to providing access to current research and in-depth literature from quality information resources, as well as comfortable study spaces with adequate facilities.”

Following the material sessions in the Auditorium, the agenda continued in the classrooms of the UII Faculty of Law building with introductory sessions for Academic Advisors (DPA) and DPA Assistants, as well as a presentation on “Tips for Becoming a Successful Learner.” In these classroom sessions, students also received explanations regarding the academic system, including the crucial requirement of a minimum 75% class attendance to be eligible for the Final Semester Examination (UAS). Each new student also received a material kit, which included a soft copy of the academic guidebook, class schedules, the academic calendar (soft copy), information on academic advisors, and university regulations concerning student discipline at UII. The entire series of Study Skill events concluded successfully at 02.30 PM WIB.

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UII Faculty of Law Delegation Participates in the IALS Annual Meeting in Thailand

The International Association of Law Schools (IALS) held its Annual Meeting on 8–10 September 2025, hosted by the Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University, Thailand. This three-day event focused on group discussions and presentations addressing current and relevant issues in the development of law schools worldwide.

For this year’s meeting, the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) sent a delegation of four representatives: Drs. Agus Triyanta, S.H., M.Hum. (Vice Dean of the Faculty of Law), Dr. Bambang Sutiyoso, S.H., M.Hum. (Head of Department), Mukmin Zakie, S.H., M.Hum., Ph.D. (Head of the Bachelor in Business Law Program), and Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D. (Head of the Undergraduate Law Program). In addition to participating as attendees, one of the delegates, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D., was invited as a panel speaker to discuss how law school curricula should be updated to address the rapid developments in the legal profession and education.

The IALS Annual Meeting was attended by approximately 80 participants, many of whom serve as deans or vice deans of law schools representing all five continents. The event was officially opened by Professor Pareena Srivanit, Dean of the Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University; Professor Laura Wen-yu Young, IALS Secretary General (University of California, Berkeley, USA); and Professor Gabriel Bocksang-Hola, President of IALS. Over the course of three days, participants engaged in breakout sessions to discuss strategic issues in legal education and to strengthen global networking among law schools.

“This event is highly significant for the Faculty of Law, UII, as it allows us to stay updated on the latest developments among law schools worldwide and use them as benchmarks for innovation. Moreover, this occasion provides an excellent opportunity to build networks with leading law schools around the world,” said Drs. Agus Triyanta, S.H., M.Hum., Vice Dean of the Faculty of Law, UII.

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UII Faculty of Law Explores Potential Collaboration with Chulalongkorn University, Thailand

During their visit to Thailand, the delegation from the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) — comprising Drs. Agus Triyanta, S.H., M.Hum. (Vice Dean of the Faculty of Law), Dr. Bambang Sutiyoso, S.H., M.Hum. (Head of Department), Mukmin Zakie, S.H., M.Hum., Ph.D. (Head of the Bachelor in Business Law Program), and Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D. (Head of the Undergraduate Law Program) — conducted exploratory discussions for potential collaboration with the leadership of the Faculty of Law at Chulalongkorn University.

“We sincerely hope that this will lead to a new partnership with Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Law in Thailand, which can be utilized for activities under the tridharma perguruan tinggi — teaching, research, and community service. It is well-known that this institution holds the highest reputation and ranking for legal education in Thailand. Their international collaborations are already well-developed, including the provision of international classes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels,” said Drs. Agus Triyanta, S.H., M.Hum., Vice Dean of the Faculty of Law, UII.

In addition to these exploratory talks, the UII delegation participated in the prestigious annual meeting organized by the International Association of Law Schools (IALS). One of the delegates, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D., was invited as a speaker to present on the topic of updating legal curricula in response to rapid global developments.

During the discussions, the UII Faculty of Law shared its plan to begin drafting a formal cooperation agreement, with a particular focus on establishing a student exchange program. The initiative aims to provide UII students with opportunities to study or participate in short-term exchange programs at Chulalongkorn University’s Faculty of Law.

“This is in line with our ongoing internationalization efforts. When successful, such cross-border student exchanges typically lead to further initiatives, including faculty exchanges, collaborative research, and joint teaching programs,” added Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, Ph.D., on the sidelines of the IALS meeting.

It is worth noting that the Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University was first established in 1933 as part of the Faculty of Law and Political Science and became an independent faculty in 1972. It is a part of Chulalongkorn University, Thailand’s oldest and most prestigious university, founded in 1917. Chulalongkorn University consistently ranks first in Thailand in academic reputation and graduate employability and is regularly listed among the world’s top universities in the QS World University Rankings. The Faculty of Law is distinctive for its ability to combine rigorous theoretical legal education with practical training, diverse international programs, and a strong research track record. It also offers specialized legal programs and maintains extensive partnerships with industry and international institutions, making it one of the most sought-after destinations for students aspiring to build successful careers in law both nationally and globally.