Sumedang, UPI
The Open Visit 2026 organized by Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) Sumedang Campus has received strong appreciation from various stakeholders, including representatives from the Department of Education of Sumedang Regency. Held on February 14, 2026, at the UPI Sumedang Campus, Jl. Mayor Abdurahman No. 211, Sumedang, West Java, the event is regarded as a strategic initiative to expand access to higher-education information and to improve the quality of local human resources.
Expanding Educational Access and Awareness
Dadang Setiawan, S.Ag., M.Si., Head of the Junior High School Division at the Department of Education of Sumedang Regency, expressed his appreciation for UPI’s efforts in introducing higher education to students, particularly those from senior high schools and vocational schools.
He emphasized that the Open Visit provides students with valuable opportunities to directly explore campus facilities, study programs, and future academic and career pathways.
“We highly appreciate this initiative as part of efforts to improve the Human Development Index (HDI), especially through the education sector,” he stated. “Through this activity, students gain a comprehensive understanding of university life and are encouraged to pursue higher education.”
Addressing Educational Challenges in Sumedang
He further noted that the average length of schooling in Sumedang currently stands at approximately 8.92 years, highlighting the need to increase the number of higher education graduates.
Improving participation in higher education is considered essential for developing a workforce that is:
- high quality,
- character driven, and
- globally competitive.
“We hope more young people from Sumedang will continue their studies at UPI Sumedang Campus,” he added. “This will significantly accelerate regional development, as the quality of human resources is the foundation of a region’s progress.”
He also expressed hope that local residents would receive greater opportunities and access to education at UPI Sumedang, ensuring that the campus delivers tangible benefits to the surrounding community.
UPI’s Commitment to Regional Development
The Open Visit serves as a concrete demonstration of UPI’s commitment to:
- expanding equitable access to higher education,
- strengthening community engagement, and
- enhancing the role of universities as centers of knowledge, character development, and innovation.
Through initiatives like this, UPI continues to contribute to both regional and national development by empowering communities through education.
By bringing higher education closer to students and families, the Open Visit at UPI Sumedang aligns with SDG 4 (Quality Education) promoting inclusive, equitable, and accessible learning opportunities.
This initiative not only broadens educational access but also supports the development of a more capable, competitive, and future ready generation, ensuring that education becomes a key driver of sustainable regional progress. (Rija)