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)