Bandung, UPI

The Business Education Student Association (BESA) of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) has introduced BE Podcast as a digital educational media program aimed at students. This initiative represents one of BESA UPI’s innovations in utilizing digital platforms as a space for discussion and non-formal learning.

BE Podcast is presented in an audio-visual format and broadcast online. The program explores various topics related to student life, self-development, organizational involvement, and readiness to face both academic and professional worlds.

Over the past year, BE Podcast has released four episodes with interconnected themes. The first episode, titled “Students Are Not Just About Campus Life: Time to Be Active and Empowered,” featured Mira Putri Aulia, a Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia student, who discussed the importance of student engagement in developing personal potential beyond academic activities.

The second episode, “College, Creativity, and Anxiety: Strategies for Surviving in a Fast-Paced Era,” featured Sheryl Ghefira, also a UPI student, who examined the realities of anxiety commonly experienced by students and shared strategies to remain productive and adaptable.

In the third episode, titled “Networking, Leadership, Empathy: The Added Value of Student Organizations,” BE Podcast invited Nur Iman Gunawan and Nazha Aulia Meytun, UPI students, to share their experiences on the role of student organizations in building networks, leadership skills, and social awareness.

Meanwhile, the fourth episode, “Becoming a Teacherpreneur: Challenges and Opportunities in Integrating Business Education Graduates’ Competencies as Educators and Entrepreneurs,” featured Asep Ridwan Lubis, S.Mat., MvBA, a lecturer from the Faculty of Economics and Business Education (FPEB) UPI. In this discussion, he highlighted opportunities to strengthen entrepreneurial competencies among education students without neglecting their primary role as educators.

Through BE Podcast, BESA UPI offers an alternative digital learning space that is communicative and easily accessible to students from diverse backgrounds.

Importantly, the initiative relates to SDG 4: Quality Education through the development of accessible digital learning platforms, SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure by utilizing digital media as an innovative educational tool, and SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities by providing inclusive learning opportunities for students from diverse backgrounds. (Ajeng)

Bandung, UPI

The Business Education Student Association (BESA) of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) organized the Campus Academic Ceremony (CAC) 2025 as the opening series of the Business Education Campus Program (BECP) for the 2025 intake of Business Education students. The event took place at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Economics and Business Education (Fakultas Pendidikan Ekonomi dan Bsinis/FPEB) UPI on Monday (Sept. 15).

Carrying the theme “Empowering Innovative Edupreneurs with the Spirit of Culture and Collaboration,” CAC 2025 aimed to provide new students with a strong foundation in academic culture, the university’s learning system, and the professional values that will guide them throughout their academic journey at UPI.

The ceremony was officially opened by the Dean of FPEB UPI, Prof. Dr. Hj. Ratih Hurriyati, M.P., together with the Head of the Business Education Study Program, Dr. Puspo Dewi Dirgantari, S.Pd., M.T., M.M. In her remarks, Prof. Ratih emphasized the importance of preparing students to adapt to academic culture and the professional world from the very beginning of their studies.

The program continued with keynote lectures delivered by Prof. Dr. H. Agus Rahayu, M.P. and Prof. Dr. Hj. B. Lena Nuryanti S., M.Pd. Both speakers highlighted the importance of innovation, collaboration, and the development of an edupreneurial mindset as essential competencies for Business Education students in responding to the evolving landscape of education and industry.

Meanwhile, Dr. Puspo Dewi Dirgantari presented the vision and mission of UPI, FPEB, and the Business Education Study Program, emphasizing the need for students to understand academic culture from the outset.
 “Students must understand academic culture early on so they can grow professionally and ethically,” she stated.

Further sessions introduced students to the learning system, academic services, and student policies, delivered by Dr. Masharyono, A.P., S.Pd., M.M. In addition, students received guidance on professional ethics, discipline, grooming, and dress code from Ratu Dintha IZFS, S.Pd., M.M., reinforcing the importance of professionalism in academic life.

The CAC 2025 series was enriched with interactive sessions and an introduction to the Business Education Student Association (BESA), providing students with opportunities to develop their interests, talents, and leadership skills through student organization involvement.

Through Campus Academic Ceremony (CAC) 2025, new students are expected to develop academic readiness, understand the structure of university learning, and cultivate professional, collaborative, and innovative attitudes throughout their campus journey at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia.

Furthermore, this initiative contributes to SDG 4: Quality Education by strengthening students’ academic readiness and professional competencies, and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth by fostering entrepreneurial and professional skills relevant to future careers. (Ajeng)

Bandung, UPI

The Business Education Student Association (BESA) of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) once again hosted its annual flagship event, Presdir Cup 2025, as a platform to strengthen connections and solidarity among students and alumni across generations of the Business Education Study Program.

Carrying the theme “Solidarity On Track, Strategy On Field,” the event combined sports and networking through two main activities: a Fun Run and a Futsal Tournament, both designed to promote sportsmanship, togetherness, and healthy lifestyles.

The series began with the Fun Run held on Saturday, 13 December 2025, at the UPI Partere area. The event kicked off at 8:00 a.m. with opening remarks from the organizing committee and the BESA President Director, followed by a group warm-up and prayer before participants started the run. The enthusiastic participation of active students and alumni created a lively and energetic atmosphere.

Beyond physical activity, the Fun Run also served as a meaningful networking space. Students and alumni exchanged experiences, particularly about academic journeys and professional careers, fostering valuable intergenerational connections. The session concluded with a door prize distribution and a group documentation session.

The second highlight, the Futsal Tournament, took place on Sunday, 21 December 2025, at OBC Futsal Bandung. Teams composed of Business Education students and alumni competed in a league-format tournament that showcased both competitiveness and teamwork while upholding the spirit of sportsmanship.

After a series of exciting matches leading to the final round, the Class of 2013 emerged as the champion of Presdir Cup 2025. Strong support from participants and spectators added to the festive atmosphere of the competition.

The event concluded with the awarding of trophies to the winning team, appreciation for all participants and organizers, and a group documentation session. Through Presdir Cup 2025, BESA UPI reaffirmed its commitment to organizing programs that strengthen solidarity, foster intergenerational relationships, and support the character development of Business Education students.

In addition, this initiative aligns with SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being by promoting active and healthy lifestyles, SDG 4: Quality Education through character and community development, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals by strengthening collaboration between students and alumni. (Ajeng)

Bandung, UPI

Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) has officially awarded professorship decrees (SK/Surat Keputusan Guru Besar) to two distinguished lecturers, marking another important milestone in the university’s continued commitment to academic excellence and scholarly leadership.

The newly appointed professors are Prof. Dr. H. Yaya Sukjaya Kusumah, M.Sc. and Prof. Dr. H. Rudi Susilana, M.Si. Their appointments recognize decades of dedication to teaching, research, and community service, as well as their significant contributions to the advancement of education in Indonesia.

The conferment ceremony not only celebrated individual achievements but also underscored UPI’s broader mission to strengthen its academic ecosystem. By increasing the number of professors, the university continues to reinforce its position as a leading and impactful higher education institution at both national and global levels.

UPI Rector Prof. Dr. H. Didi Sukyadi, M.A. expressed his appreciation and pride in the accomplishment, emphasizing that the presence of new professors plays a crucial role in shaping the university’s future direction. According to him, professors are key drivers of academic innovation, research productivity, and intellectual leadership within the institution.

Furthermore, he highlighted that professors carry strategic responsibilities beyond teaching. They are expected to mentor younger academics, lead research collaborations, and contribute knowledge that addresses societal challenges. Through their expertise and leadership, professors help cultivate a dynamic academic environment that benefits students, the university, and the wider community.

In a broader context, the awarding of these professorship decrees reflects UPI’s ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of its human resources and strengthen its research culture. This achievement is also expected to accelerate interdisciplinary collaboration, expand international partnerships, and increase the university’s contribution to national development.

Ultimately, the milestone demonstrates UPI’s commitment to producing transformative scholarship and fostering innovation that responds to the evolving needs of society.

Furthermore, this achievement aligns with SDG 4: Quality Education by strengthening academic leadership and research capacity, and SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure through the advancement of knowledge and innovation that supports sustainable development. (Ajeng)

Bandung, UPI

Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) continues to expand campus business units that directly support the well-being of its academic community. One of the latest initiatives was realized through the soft launching of the UPI Daycare, located at the UPI Dormitory in Bandung on January 7, 2026.

The daycare is managed by the UPI Staff Wives Association (Ikatan Keluarga Istri/IKA) UPI and is designed as a supporting facility for lecturers and staff, particularly those with young children. Its presence forms part of UPI’s broader strategy to build a family-friendly and productive campus ecosystem.

Director of UPI’s Business Directorate, Dr. Ida Farida Adi Prawira, S.E., M.Si., CFP., explained that the daycare was developed in response to real needs within the campus community.
 “This daycare is expected to meet childcare needs for employees around the dormitory area. UPI previously established a daycare at another location, and now we are bringing similar services to a more strategic area,” she said.

She added that UPI’s business development efforts will continue in the near future, with additional business units planned as part of strengthening the university’s institutional independence. At this initial stage, these services are prioritized to meet the internal needs of the UPI community.

UPI Rector Prof. Dr. H. Didi Sukyadi, M.A. emphasized the strategic value of the daycare, not only in terms of services but also in improving the welfare and productivity of lecturers and staff.
 “With a daycare on campus, lecturers and staff with young children can work with greater peace of mind. Children’s well-being is ensured, and at the same time, work productivity is expected to increase,” he stated.

The Rector also noted that the daycare’s legal and administrative framework has been carefully prepared, including the issuance of a Rector’s Decree. Its management must remain trustworthy, transparent, and accountable, with clear financial reporting conducted regularly and open to audit.

Furthermore, he stressed that the daycare is operated for collective benefit without personal interests, as part of UPI’s commitment to building a healthy and sustainable campus business ecosystem.

The soft launch of the UPI Dormitory Daycare symbolizes that UPI’s business development is not solely focused on economic value but also on social, humanitarian, and sustainability values. Through initiatives like this, UPI continues to position itself as an adaptive, caring, and progressive university in responding to the needs of its community.

Moreover, this initiative aligns with SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being by supporting child welfare, SDG 4: Quality Education through early childhood care support, and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth by promoting a productive and family-friendly work environment. (Ajeng)