Tasikmalaya, UPI
The fifth-floor ballroom of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI)’s Tasikmalaya campus was filled with energy on Wednesday morning, February 11, as more than 100 teachers from across East Priangan gathered for the 2026 Open Visit. Representing their respective schools, the teachers came eager to explore information on public university admissions, many accompanied by two or three students to experience campus life firsthand.
The event began with an opening report by Dr. Vidi Sukmayadi, Ph.D., Head of UPI’s Office of Communication, Information, and Public Service (KKIPP). He emphasized that the 2026 Open Visit is part of an integrated series connecting activities at the main campus and UPI’s regional campuses.
“A total of around 7,000 participants joined Open Visit UPI this year—approximately 6,000 at the Bumi Siliwangi main campus and another 1,000 across regional campuses,” Vidi explained. “We truly appreciate the Tasikmalaya campus team for successfully inviting more than 100 teachers and 150 students to get to know UPI more closely.”
The program was officially opened by Dr. Lutfi Nur, S.Pd., M.Pd., M.M., Deputy Director for Education, Student Affairs, and Quality Assurance at UPI Tasikmalaya. In his remarks, he highlighted the importance of the event in providing accurate and comprehensive admission information.
“Welcome to our campus, teachers and students. This activity will provide valuable insights into new-student admissions. As shown in our profile, UPI Tasikmalaya offers excellent study programs, and we hope you can confidently guide students in choosing their future path,” he stated.
Three Part Program: Talks, Education Fair, and Consultation
The 2026 Open Visit in Tasikmalaya featured three main activities:
- a panel discussion on new-student admissions
- an education fair showcasing five study programs
- personalized consultation sessions based on participants’ intended majors
The panel session was led by Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Ahmad Mudzakir, M.Si., Head of UPI’s New Student Recruitment Division. He provided a comprehensive explanation of registration procedures, admission systems, and key considerations for participating in SNPMB 2026. He also introduced the Talent Scouting scheme as part of UPI’s independent admission pathway.
“Students with at least national-level achievements are highly valued by UPI,” Prof. Mudzakir explained. “The SM Talent Scouting pathway serves as a red-carpet route for outstanding students whose achievements are recognized by Puspresnas, KONI, or other relevant institutions. Through this pathway, UPI directly invites high-achieving students without requiring them to go through the standard registration process.”
Following this session, Dr. Vidi Sukmayadi presented UPI’s institutional strengths and recent campus developments. Representatives from each study program also provided insights into career prospects and existing partnerships, helping participants better understand their academic options.
Interactive Experience Through Education Fair
At the same time, the first floor of the campus hosted an interactive education fair featuring flagship programs at UPI Tasikmalaya, including:
- Primary School Teacher Education (S1 & S2)
- Early Childhood Education (S1)
- Entrepreneurship (S1)
- Digital Business (S1)
- Industrial Product Design (S1)
Each booth attracted enthusiastic visitors eager to consult directly with lecturers and students, as well as to try out various learning tools on display. The hands-on experience allowed participants to gain a deeper understanding of campus life and academic activities.
One participant, Azis Bahtiar, a vocational high school student from Ciamis, shared his excitement:
“This Open Visit at UPI Tasikmalaya is really exciting. It motivates me to pursue higher education, and I hope I can become a UPI student this year.”
The Tasikmalaya event is part of the broader Open Visit UPI 2026 series, with UPI Sumedang set to host the final session on Saturday, February 14. Students and teachers interested in attending can register through the official link provided by UPI.
By creating direct engagement between schools, students, and higher education institutions, this initiative supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) by expanding access to information and helping students make informed decisions about their academic futures particularly in regional areas. (EA)