The Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) of Universitas PGRI Madiun (UNIPMA) and the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) of Universitas Veteran Bangun Nusantara (UNIVET) Sukoharjo signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) to strengthen academic collaboration in implementing the Three Pillars of Higher Education (Tridharma Perguruan Tinggi). The signing ceremony took place at the UNIVET Sukoharjo Campus, Central Java, on Wednesday (May 13).

The partnership is aimed at supporting the implementation of education, research, and community service activities, while also contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Impactful Campus Program initiated by the Ministry of Higher Education, Science, and Technology (Kemdiktisaintek).

The FKIP UNIPMA delegation was led by the Dean of FKIP, Dr. Muh. Waskito Ardhi, S.Pd., M.Pd., accompanied by the Head of the Mathematics Education Study Program, Davi Apriandi, S.Pd.Si., M.Pd. Meanwhile, the FKIP UNIVET delegation was led by the Dean of FKIP, Dr. Pranichayudha Rohsulina, M.Pd., along with other faculty representatives.

In an interview, Dr. Muh. Waskito Ardhi, S.Pd., M.Pd., stated that the collaboration covers various aspects of the Three Pillars of Higher Education, including scientific journal management and the development of other academic activities.

“This collaboration opens broader opportunities for both institutions to carry out academic mobility programs, such as joint research, journal publications, and various other academic activities,” he said.

According to him, the partnership represents an important milestone for FKIP UNIPMA in expanding the implementation of programs focused on improving educational quality, developing innovative research, and conducting community service initiatives that create tangible impacts.

Through the signing of this MoA, both faculties are committed to strengthening synergy in academic development and enhancing the quality of human resources. In addition, the collaboration is expected to benefit students, lecturers, and the wider community through various collaborative programs that will be implemented in the future.

With this partnership in place, FKIP UNIPMA and FKIP UNIVET are optimistic about expanding their academic networks while fostering greater innovation and contributions to the field of higher education.

For more information about campus activities, visit UNIPMA’s official Instagram account at @official_unipma. UNIPMA has also opened admissions for new students for the 2025/2026 academic year. Registration for both the Regular and Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) programs is now open.