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Head of Undergraduate Law UII Speaks at the IALS Annual Meeting in Bangkok

On 8–10 September 2025, the International Association of Law Schools (IALS) Annual Meeting was held at the Faculty of Law, Chulalongkorn University, Bangkok, Thailand. IALS is an association of law schools from around the world, currently comprising approximately 170 of the world’s leading law schools.

In this year’s annual meeting, Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, PhD, was invited as a speaker in a session discussing “Updating the Legal Curriculum: What Issues Should Be Addressed and How Do They Fit into the Traditional Curriculum.”

Other panelists included Christopher Mbazira (Coordinator of the Public Interest Clinic, Makerere University School of Law, Uganda), Pavana Kiranmai Chepuri (Head of Strategic Initiatives and Growth, Woxsen University School of Law, India), and Thomas McInerney (Loyola University Chicago School of Law, United States). The session was moderated by Catherine Kelly, Head of Law at the University of Bristol, UK.

In his presentation, Dodik emphasized that undergraduate law curricula in Indonesia must place strong emphasis on instilling anti-corruption values. He explained that since many graduates pursue careers as prosecutors, judges, police officers, and civil investigators, it is essential to ensure they embody integrity, given the prevalence of corruption cases involving law enforcement officials. He stressed the importance of attitude-based and skill-based assessments to ensure students demonstrate integrity and anti-corruption values in class.

Dodik also highlighted the need for innovative teaching methods: “Lecturers should not rely solely on knowledge-based education through lectures. Models such as case discussions, project-based learning, and interactive activities allow lecturers to observe students’ attitudes and skills directly. This approach helps lecturers identify students who may still lack integrity, for instance, those engaging in absenteeism, truancy, or cheating during exams.”

Beyond his presentation on anti-corruption education, Dodik also shared his experience of nearly eight years managing a law program accredited as “Excellent” by BAN-PT and internationally accredited by FIBAA (Germany). He noted: “Our program has produced distinguished legal scholars of integrity such as Artidjo Alkostar, Busyro Muqoddas, Suparman Marzuki, and Mahfud MD. This achievement reflects our implementation of Outcome-Based Education (OBE), which enables lecturers and the program to measure student competencies effectively in class, supported by adequate facilities and a culture of academic freedom—even to the point where students can freely protest against lecturers or faculty leadership.”

The Dean of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, SH, MHum, praised Dodik’s participation as a speaker: “Our involvement in this forum goes beyond being passive participants. It is an opportunity to actively present our faculty’s ongoing initiatives while gaining international recognition for our achievements. The Faculty of Law at UII continues to pursue its mission of internationalization through innovation and active participation in global academic forums.”

The IALS Annual Meeting was attended by around 80 participants, many of whom were deans or vice deans of law schools representing all five continents. The event was formally opened by Professor Pareena Srivanit, Dean of the Faculty of Law at Chulalongkorn University; Professor Laura Wen-yu Young, Secretary General of IALS (University of California, Berkeley, USA); and Professor Gabriel Bocksang-Hola, President of IALS. The three-day event featured plenary discussions, breakout sessions on strategic issues in legal education, and networking opportunities among law schools worldwide.

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Faculty of Law UII Builds Network with PPI Munich

On Saturday, August 30, 2025, the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), accompanied by the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, met with the board of PPI Munich (Indonesian Students Association in Munich), Germany. PPI Munich was represented by Auriza Sumaedi, Head of Information and Student Advocacy, along with two members, Hafvid Fachrizza and Zulfa Nuraini Afifah.

Three main points of discussion were expected to be followed up in the future. First, UII Faculty of Law requested support from PPI Germany in providing assistance to UII students who are scheduled to carry out academic activities in Germany. The presence of PPI is considered very important to ensure comfort and support for Indonesian students studying abroad.

Second, to encourage the spirit of UII law students to participate in international programs, PPI members who return to Indonesia during their holidays will be invited to visit UII Faculty of Law. The Faculty will be pleased to host a forum where they can share motivation and international insights with students. This is expected to help eliminate fear and hesitation among students in joining international activities.

Third, UII Faculty of Law and PPI Munich agreed that this cooperation would be formalized in a written agreement. With this document, the network that has been established will be strengthened and continuously developed in the future.

Germany offers not only quality education but also a supportive environment. With the presence of PPI in almost every city, Indonesian students should not feel anxious or hesitant to seek educational experiences in Germany.

Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum., expressed his hope that this cooperation would encourage UII students, especially law students, to pursue study opportunities in Germany. “International experience is essential to broaden horizons and build student character,” he said. Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Law Program at UII Faculty of Law, closed the discussion by emphasizing the same point.

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Exploring Cooperation Between Forum Institute and Faculty of Law UII: Developing International Certification in the Legal Field

Munich, August 2025 – A delegation from the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), visited FORUM • Institut für Management GmbH, Germany, to explore potential cooperation in developing international legal certification programs. The delegation was led by the Dean of the Faculty of Law, Prof. Dr. Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum. During the visit, the delegation was welcomed by one of FORUM’s trainers, Mr. Sebastian Goebel, an expert in AI Generation (AIGen) and Intellectual Property.

In this meeting, Mr. Goebel expressed strong enthusiasm for UII Faculty of Law’s initiative to collaborate with FORUM in developing international certification programs, both for UII specifically and Indonesia more broadly.

Meanwhile, Prof. Budi, as Dean of the Faculty of Law UII, explained that the decision to initiate cooperation with Forum Institute Germany was based on its excellent and professional track record in organizing training activities, including international certification in the field of law.

Prof. Budi further highlighted FORUM’s professional credentials as an international training institution: more than 45 years of experience in professional training, over 750,000 managers worldwide who have participated in its programs, a total of 110 professional training courses, and a network of 6,000 competent and specialized instructors. Additionally, the institution has received approximately 110,000 top ratings from participants, demonstrating its outstanding qualifications and reputation.

Photo: Dean of UII Faculty of Law and Sebastian Goebel

UII Faculty of Law was also drawn to this collaboration because FORUM • Institut für Management GmbH has obtained ISO certifications, namely ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 21001:2018. These standards ensure that its training activities are globally recognized.

In the discussion, Mr. Goebel emphasized that training programs could indeed be carried out through a partnership between FORUM and the Faculty of Law UII. However, he also expressed hope that this cooperation initiative would be followed up through intensive communication between both parties.

The meeting concluded with the Dean of UII Faculty of Law presenting a souvenir to Mr. Goebel as a token of appreciation for his positive response and warm reception.

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Optimizing International Mobility of UII Faculty of Law to Brunswick European Law School

In order to optimize international mobility activities carried out by the Undergraduate Law Program of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), the Dean of the Faculty of Law, accompanied by the Head of the Undergraduate Law Program and the Department Secretary, conducted a reciprocal visit to Brunswick European Law School. The visit was held briefly from August 27–28, 2025, starting with a meeting with the International Office of Brunswick European Law School. In addition, the visit also included an inspection of student dormitories to review procedures and make direct reservations for two students who are scheduled to begin their studies in March 2025.

“This visit is a reciprocal one, as in November 2024, the Dean for International Affairs of Brunswick European Law School, Professor Achim, served as a speaker at the 2024 International Students Colloquium organized by the Undergraduate Law Program of UII Faculty of Law. Beyond the reciprocal visit, we aim to realize broader cooperation, not only in terms of student exchange but also international mobility programs, particularly inbound mobility. We hope that not only our students will study abroad, but at the same time, international students, especially from Europe, will also have the opportunity to study at our campus,” explained the Dean of UII Faculty of Law, Professor Budi Agus Riswandi, S.H., M.Hum.

In March 2025, two students from the International Program of the Undergraduate Law Program, Faculty of Law UII, are scheduled to participate in a Credit Transfer Program at Brunswick European Law School. Visa and residence permit applications are currently being prepared. “Previously, our program faced challenges with the visa application process for studying in Germany, which is not simple. Many documents are required, particularly regarding the blocked account and signature specimens from previous schools. This makes the process lengthy and involves multiple procedures. However, with the time available, the program now has more room to prepare. As soon as we landed in Brunswick, we immediately contacted relevant offices and managed the dormitory application for student housing. The dormitory occupancy rate in Brunswick is very high, so securing accommodation requires considerable effort,” stated Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., Head of the Undergraduate Law Program, Faculty of Law UII.

The collaboration with Brunswick European Law School will also be expanded to enable international mobility opportunities for lecturers of the Faculty of Law UII. During the visit, the Department Secretary, Syarif Nurhidayat, S.H., M.H., expressed hopes for future research collaborations or internationally certified training programs that could benefit lecturers. Brunswick also offers a variety of programs for lecturers, including German language training, post-doctoral research, and potential collaboration in teaching. The visit concluded with an exchange of souvenirs and the delivery of an official letter proposing collaboration in an international conference to be hosted by the Faculty of Law UII.

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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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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.

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Practitioner Sharing from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs: “Drafting and Negotiating International Treaties: Indonesia’s Role and Current Global Challenges”

On Thursday, December 12, 2024, the Undergraduate Study Program in Law, Faculty of Law, Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) held a practitioner-sharing lecture on the subject, Law and International Relations. This activity was conducted online via Zoom Meeting, which started at 19.00–21.30 WIB and was mandatory for Class G Law and International Relations students. The practitioners invited to this lecture were alumni of the International Program, Faculty of Law UII, namely Anditya Hutama Putra, as the First Secretary, Young Diplomat Functional, Directorate of ASEAN External Cooperation, with the theme of discussion “Drafting and Negotiating International Treaties: Indonesia’s Role and Current Global Challenges.” This practitioner sharing lecture was moderated by Dodik Setiawan Nur Heriyanto, S.H., M.H., LL.M., Ph.D., as a lecturer in the Department of International Relations and also the Head of the Undergraduate Law Study Program, Faculty of Law UII.

In his presentation, the speaker explained that “an international agreement is an agreement that is legally enforceable between countries or sources of international organizations that have been regulated by international law. The types of agreements are bilateral and multilateral agreements. In making an international agreement, it cannot be made directly, but there are several processes that need to be carried out, such as making initial proposals and research, drafting, consulting, and negotiating, legal and technical reviews, adopting and signing, and ratifying and implementing. In the dynamics of negotiations, Indonesia also has a role in negotiating agreements; for example, Indonesia has an important role as the founder of ASEAN in drafting the ASEAN Charter and participating in mediation efforts in resolving disputes within the ASEAN framework. On the other hand, there are also global challenges in implementing the agreement, which are divided into 2 points, namely domestic challenges and international challenges. ” Before the event was closed, the agenda continued with a question and answer session, discussion of case studies, and ended with a group photo via Zoom Meeting guided by the moderator. This teaching practitioner lecture took place in three meetings, with details of two meetings being held face-to-face and one meeting being conducted by giving assignments.

Drafting and negotiating international treaties is a fairly complex diplomatic process because two or more countries negotiate with each other to reach a written agreement on various issues, ranging from investment and trade to cooperation in the fields of environment and security. So drafting and negotiating international treaties is an essential process for Indonesia to play an active role in overcoming global challenges. Therefore, by understanding Indonesia’s role and the challenges it faces, we can better appreciate the importance of diplomacy and international cooperation in building a better world.