14Jul/25

Dr. Lutfi Rohman Explains the Cause of the Cold Temperatures Hitting Jember, Disrupting Residents’ Activities

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Residents of Jember Regency have been experiencing unusually high temperatures over the past few days. The temperature dropped drastically to 19 degrees Celsius in the morning. This cold phenomenon has disrupted residents’ daily activities. Responding to this phenomenon, Dr. Luffi Rohman, a Lecturer in Master’s Degree in Physics at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), explained that the cold temperatures are caused by two main factors: the Earth’s position at aphelion (the point furthest from the sun) and the still-high rainfall. “When the Earth is at aphelion, the distance between the Earth and the sun reaches its maximum, so the amount of solar radiation received is reduced. On the other hand, high humidity from rain also amplifies the cooling effect on the surface,” he explained.

He explained that this cold temperature generally occurs in the middle of the year and is a natural phenomenon, but it still requires vigilance regarding its impact on public health. Aphelion itself is a point in the Earth’s elliptical orbit around the sun, where the distance between the Earth and the sun reaches approximately 152 million kilometers, compared to the perihelion point (closest distance) of only about 147 million kilometers. “The still-high rainfall in the Jember region contributes to increased air humidity, which amplifies the cooling effect. The combination of low solar radiation and high humidity creates cooler temperatures than usual,” Lutfi continued. Continue reading →

09Jul/25

Biology Undergraduate Study Program FMIPA UNEJ Achieves UNGGUL Accreditation from LAMSAMA

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The academic community of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember received two good news in early July 2025. Among them, the Biology Undergraduate Study Program FMIPA UNEJ achieved UNGGUL accreditation. It is stated in the decision of the Lembaga Akreditasi Mandiri Sains Alam dan Ilmu Formal (LAMSAMA) Number 205/SK/LAMSAMA/Akred/S/VII/2025 dated July 7, 2025. The accreditation is valid from the date of determination until July 6, 2030. At the same time, the Mathematics Undergraduate Study Program also received UNGGUL. The achievement of UNGGUL accreditation complements the ASIIN international accreditation that was previously achieved. “Congratulations to the biology undergraduate study program for achieving the UNGGUL accreditation predicate from LAMSAMA, and completing the previous achievement which has been internationally accredited by ASIIN,” said the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D.

In a separate place, Dr. Retno Wimbaningrum, M.Si. Head of the Biology Undergraduate Study Program said that the UNGGUL achievement was the result of hard work through its accreditation team preparing forms, supported by lecturers, students, alumni and stakeholders. “After achieving ASIIN accreditation, the biology undergraduate study program has now achieved UNGGUL from LAMSAMA, completing the biology master’s study program which is also accredited UNGGUL, congratulations to the team and the FMIPA Biology community,” said Retno. The leadership of the University of Jember also played a role and supported the LAMSAMA accreditation process. During the field assessment, the Chancellor, Vice Chancellor I, Head of UPA ICT, Director of Postgraduate Studies and representatives of LPMPP were present. The Chancellor of UNEJ fully supports the UNGGUL achievement to improve UNEJ’s IKU. Vice Chancellor I of UNEJ delivered a presentation on the Profile of the University of Jember. Continue reading →

09Jul/25

The Undergraduate Mathematics Study Program at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at the University of Jember Receives UNGUL ​​Accreditation from LAMSAMA

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Early this July, the academic community of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at the University of Jember received two pieces of good news. Among them, the Undergraduate Mathematics Study Program (PSSM) at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at UNEJ received UNGUL ​​accreditation. This is stated in the decision of the Lembaga Akreditasi Mandiri Sains Alam dan Ilmu Formal (LAMSAMA) Number 201/SK/LAMSAMA/Akred/S/VII/2025, dated July 7, 2025. The accreditation is valid from the date of issuance until July 6, 2030. This UNGUL ​​accreditation is a source of great pride for the PSSM and the entire FMIPA community at UNEJ. “Achieving UNGUL ​​accreditation from LAMSAMA is the result of the hard work of the task force and PSSM management, as well as the collaboration of several parties, including students and alumni of the Undergraduate Mathematics Study Program,” said the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D.

Contacted separately, Dr. Kiswara Agung Santoso, S.Si., M.Si., Head of the Undergraduate Mathematics Study Program, stated that achieving UNGGUL (Excellent) is the result of hard work by his accreditation team, who prepared the forms, supported by lecturers, students, alumni, and stakeholders. “From the beginning of preparation, we have always coordinated with the task force, the undergraduate mathematics study program community, the leadership of the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), and with assistance from LPMPP UNEJ,” said Kiswara. The University of Jember leadership also played a role and supported the LAMSAMA accreditation process. The field assessment was attended by the Rector, Vice Rector I, Head of the ICT Unit, Director of Postgraduate Studies, and representatives from the LPMPP. The UNEJ Rector fully supports the UNGGUL achievement to improve UNEJ’s IKU. The Vice Rector I delivered a presentation on the University of Jember’s profile. Continue reading →

07Jul/25

Guest Lecture on Statistics and Data Science in Business Competition Analysis by KPPU Commissioner Dr. Eugenia Mardanugraha

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The importance of implementing a quantitative approach, including statistics and econometrics, in identifying and evaluating the behavior of business actors that have the potential to violate the principles of fair competition. Revealed by Dr. Eugenia Mardanugraha, S.Si., M.E. Commissioner of Komisi Pengawas Persaingan Usaha (KPPU) who is also a Lecturer at the Faculty of Economics and Business, University of Indonesia. In the guest lecture “Statistics and Data Science in Business Competition Analysis” held by the Data Science Research Group and MOCO, Department of Mathematics, FMIPA UNEJ (7/7). Dr. Eugenia also explained that Law No. 5 of 1999 is the basis for KPPU to prevent monopolistic practices, cartels, and unfair market control. The guest lecture was held offline at the UNEJ Entrepreneurship Building and online on the UNEJ FMIPA Youtube channel.

Previously at the opening, the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ, Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D. invited the participants to get to know KPPU and the role of statistics and data science in business competition. “It is an honor for FMIPA, Dr. Eugenia from KPPU is pleased to attend and give a guest lecture for lecturers, students, practitioners in reviewing the role of statistics and data science for business competition analysis,” he said. A similar thing was also conveyed by Dr. Kiswara Agung Santoso, S.Si. M.Kom. Head of the Mathematics Department of FMIPA who hopes that similar activities can be held often to increase students’ insight. Continue reading →

30Jun/25

Gita Swara MIPA participated in the Choir Competition of Pancasila Month of Jember University 2025

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The Gita Swara MIPA Choir Team participated in the Inter-Work Unit Choir Competition throughout the University of Jember at the Soejarwo Building, 5th Floor (29/6). Receiving lottery number 11, the FMIPA padsu team went up to the competition stage accompanied by the Dean of FMIPA UNEJ Prof. Drs. Dafik, M.Sc., Ph.D. Together with 18 other work units, padsu performed two songs, one compulsory song Tanah Airku by Ibu Sud and the Padang Bulan regional song medley Cublak-cublak Suweng arranged by Barkah WP. Gita Swara MIPA is a choir consisting of FMIPA lecturers and educators. The choir competition is a routine agenda of the University of Jember to commemorate the Birth of Pancasila in 2025 in the series of Pancasila months which began with the flag ceremony on June 1.

Wearing black and white uniforms wrapped in simple and elegant batik cloth, they presented their best performance. Conducted by the Vice Dean II, the Padsu FMIPA Dr. Esti Utarti, S.P., M.Si. sang two songs in unison in front of the Rector, Vice Rectors and all heads of institutions at UNEJ. This performance was achieved after almost a full month of routine practice in between activities at the faculty. Accompanied by the trainer, in the afternoon the Padsu FMIPA team was trained in vocal training according to the score and movement to support the stage appearance. The day before the competition, the Padsu team conducted a stage trial or dress rehearsal to try out the stage and team positions. The committee also gave the Padsu the opportunity to practice singing two songs that would be presented the next day. Continue reading →

20Jun/25

Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember Becomes the Location of the 2025 SEMMABA UTBK Exam

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Like several years before, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, University of Jember is again the location of the Seleksi Mandiri Mahasiswa Baru (SEMMABA) UTBK exam. FMIPA provides two exam rooms, namely Mathematics Laboratory 1 and Mathematics Laboratory 2. “For the SEMMABA UTBK, we have prepared 20 exam computers and 4 backup computers per exam room,” said Dr. Esti Utarti, S.P., M.Si. Vice Dean II of FMIPA UNEJ and also the Penanggung Jawab Lokasi of the FMIPA Location. It was also said that for the transit room for exam participants, an international classroom for the FMIPA Mathematics Department was provided. Supporting facilities for the UTBK have also been prepared such as generators, directions to the location and a rest area for exam participants. According to the schedule, the 2025 SEMMABA UTBK was held on June 17-19, 2025 yesterday.

FMIPA UNEJ is one of the locations along with 16 other exam locations with 25 exam rooms and 855 computer devices spread across the Tegalboto Campus to serve UTBK SEMMABA participants. Before the implementation, the IT Room from the Mathematics Laboratory installed the UTBK application accompanied by a team from UPA TIK. Furthermore, a network connection assessment was carried out guided by the UTBK SEMMABA UNEJ server admin. “After the installation and assessment, our IT Room together with UPA TIK conducted a UTBK trial involving UNEJ students, working on each question and reporting any obstacles before the implementation day,” said Deputy Dean II of FMIPA UNEJ. Continue reading →