Mar 6, 2025 | event
Depok, 5 March 2025 — The Department of International Relations, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Indonesia, welcomed Prof. Ian Roberge, Ph.D., from York University, Toronto, Canada, as the distinguished speaker for its March 2025 edition of the IR UI Monthly Discussion series. The event, titled “Asymmetric Neighbours & International Relations: Canadian Foreign Policy in a Trumpian North America,” took place at the HI UI Meeting Room, Gedung Nusantara 2, FISIP UI Campus.
With a timely relevance theme, Prof. Roberge explored the complex and evolving nature of Canadian foreign policy in light of rising political asymmetries and the populist undercurrents characterizing U.S. politics, especially during and after the Trump era. The session attracted academics and students who engaged in thoughtful dialogue on Canada’s strategic dilemmas.
The session concluded with a vibrant Q&A discussion, drawing comparisons to Indonesia’s own foreign policy challenges in dealing with asymmetric regional and global powers. The event served as a timely reminder of the importance of foreign policy discourse in navigating complex international landscapes, reinforcing IR FISIP UI’s dedication to academic engagement with real-world global issues.
Dec 2, 2024 | event
Leeds, Inggris – Pada akhir November 2024, Departemen Hubungan Internasional (DHI) FISIP Universitas Indonesia melakukan kunjungan kerja ke University of Leeds, Inggris. Kunjungan ini bertujuan untuk memperkuat kerja sama internasional dan meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan melalui program Kelas Khusus Internasional/Double-Degree.
Latar Belakang
Kunjungan ini merupakan tindak lanjut dari minat University of Leeds untuk bekerja sama dengan FISIP UI dalam penyelenggaraan program kelas internasional. Sebelumnya, Dekan FISIP UI telah mengunjungi University of Leeds dan menandatangani Perjanjian Kerja Sama yang mencakup berbagai program kolaborasi di tingkat sarjana dan pascasarjana. Kunjungan ini bertujuan untuk membahas lebih lanjut persiapan pembukaan Kelas Khusus Internasional/Double-Degree Program, sebagai bagian dari misi internasionalisasi FISIP UI.
Series of Activities
Kegiatan kunjungan kerja ini dilaksanakan pada 25 November hingga 1 Desember 2024 dengan agenda sebagai berikut:
- 25 November 2024: Keberangkatan ke London.
- 27 November 2024: Pertemuan dan diskusi di Kedutaan Besar Republik Indonesia (KBRI) London.
- 28-29 November 2024: Pertemuan di University of Leeds untuk membahas persiapan pembukaan Kelas Khusus Internasional/Double-Degree Program.
- 30 November 2024: Penandatanganan Kesepakatan (Letter of Implementation) di University of Leeds.
- 1 Desember 2024: Kepulangan ke Jakarta.
Delegasi dan Agenda Kerja
Delegasi FISIP UI yang mengikuti kegiatan ini terdiri dari lima orang, yaitu Asra Virgianita, Ph.D. (Ketua Departemen), Ardhitya Eduard Yeremia, Ph.D. (Sekretaris Departemen),Broto Wardoyo, Ph.D. (Ketua Program Pascasarjana), Shofwan Al Banna Choiruzzad (Manajer Riset dan Publikasi FISIP UI) serta Edy Prasetyono, Ph.D. (Dosen Senior HI UI). Agenda utama kunjungan ini meliputi:
- University of Leeds: Pembahasan persiapan pembukaan Kelas Khusus Internasional/Double-Degree Program. Hasil dari pertemuan ini adalah penandatanganan kesepakatan terkait roadmap target pembukaan kelas internasional dan kegiatan-kegiatan yang akan dilakukan.
- KBRI London: Diskusi mengenai program internasionalisasi DHI FISIP UI dan identifikasi dukungan yang dapat diberikan oleh KBRI. Selain itu, dilakukan diskusi mengenai kebijakan luar negeri Indonesia pasca pemerintahan Joko Widodo dari perspektif akademisi, yang bertujuan memberikan masukan kepada kedutaan dan pemangku kepentingan terkait.
Hasil dan Pembelajaran
Kunjungan kerja ini menghasilkan beberapa output penting, antara lain:
- Kesepakatan: Kesepakatan dengan University of Leeds terkait pembukaan Kelas Khusus Internasional/Double-Degree Program.
- Surat Dukungan dari KBRI London: Dukungan untuk program internasionalisasi DHI FISIP UI.
- Policy Brief: Masukan kebijakan luar negeri Indonesia untuk KBRI London.
Kegiatan ini menunjukkan komitmen DHI FISIP UI dalam meningkatkan kompetensi dan jejaring internasional mahasiswa, serta memperkuat kerja sama akademik dengan institusi luar negeri. Dengan adanya program Kelas Khusus Internasional/Double-Degree, diharapkan mahasiswa DHI FISIP UI dapat memperoleh pengalaman dan wawasan global yang lebih luas, mendukung upaya mencerdaskan kehidupan bangsa.
Oct 19, 2024 | event
Depok, 19 Oktober 2024 – The Department of International Relations at Universitas Indonesia, in collaboration with Yonsei University, the Ban Ki Moon Foundation, and SMA Budi Cendekia Islamic School, Depok, as contributors to international development, recognize the need for education on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as a foundation for the development of countries worldwide. Under the direction of Dr. Asra Virgianita supported by the team of Dr. Gracia Paramitha and Ahmad Hidayat, the SDG 12 contribution promotion and internalization program has been running since July 2024, until the peak event this October.
This contribution is implemented through the organization of the “Implementation of a Culture and Arts Education Model based on SDGs,” integrated with the Art and SDGs Film Festival on Saturday (19/10) at SMA Budi Cendekia Islamic School. This event celebrates the power of art in influencing social change, in line with the Ban Ki Moon Foundation’s mission to promote global citizenship and sustainable development. The event is expected to be an innovative educational platform that combines creativity with education.
The festival facilitate the high school students to presents their talents and creativity for social change by showcasing a series of short films created by the students, focusing on one of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, with a special emphasis on the issue of food waste.
The festival aims to raise awareness about the growing importance of food waste issues and their impact on the environment. By encouraging students to explore this theme through the art of filmmaking, the event hopes to inspire the younger generation to be more creative and take action in sustainable living and responsible consumption practices.
The event began with remarks from representatives including the Principal of SMA Budi Cendekia Islamic School, Bayu Indah Susanti, S.Pd., the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, Publications, and Student Affairs of FISIP UI, Nurul Isnaeni, Ph.D., a representative from Yonsei University - Professor Jung Tae Yong, and also the Regional Secretary of Depok City, represented by the Expert Staff for Economic and Development Affairs of the Regional Secretary of Depok City, Mrs. Agung Sugih Arti. The activities continued with a talk show featuring student representatives, teachers from SMA Budi Cendekia Islamic School, and Hasta Trida, a young filmmaker from In-Docs. This discussion highlighted impressions and messages related to the making of short films, as well as the implementation of SDG 12 in activities at SMA Budi Cendekia Islamic School.
The event culminated with the screening of short films and the announcement of six winners in each evaluation category: best editing, best director, best videography, best substance, best concept, and best video all-rounder. By organizing this festival, students are expected to gain a deeper understanding of the importance of reducing food waste and highlight initiatives that young people can take to contribute to global sustainability efforts.
Oct 4, 2024 | event
Seoul, Korea Selatan – Dalam upaya memperkuat kolaborasi akademik internasional dan meningkatkan pengaruh global dalam studi gender dan masyarakat transnasional, Departemen Hubungan Internasional FISIP Universitas Indonesia mengirimkan Dr. Ani Widyani Soetjipto sebagai Visiting Fellow ke Yonsei University. Kegiatan ini berlangsung pada 24-28 September 2024 dan berfokus pada isu gender dan masyarakat transnasional Indonesia.
Yonsei University, salah satu universitas riset terkemuka di Korea Selatan, memiliki reputasi global yang kuat dalam bidang sosial dan politik. Kerja sama ini bertujuan untuk memperdalam kolaborasi dalam pendidikan, penelitian, dan pengembangan program akademik antara kedua institusi. Program ini juga sejalan dengan Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) yang telah disepakati antara Departemen Hubungan Internasional FISIP UI dan Yonsei Graduate School of International Studies (GSIS).
Series of Activities
Kegiatan dimulai dengan keberangkatan Dr. Ani pada 24 September 2024 dari Bandara Internasional Soekarno Hatta menuju Bandara Internasional Incheon, Korea Selatan. Setibanya di Seoul pada 25 September, Dr. Ani disambut oleh pejabat Kedutaan Besar Indonesia di Seoul yang juga alumni Departemen Hubungan Internasional FISIP UI.
Pada 26 September, Dr. Ani mengadakan diskusi santai dengan alumni, staf, dan dosen Yonsei University GSIS serta Ewha Women University. Diskusi ini membahas potensi kolaborasi dan kerja sama akademik di masa depan.
Puncak acara berlangsung pada 27 September dengan kegiatan public lecture yang diselenggarakan oleh Center of International Studies, Yonsei GSIS. Dr. Ani memberikan paparan mengenai demokrasi yang menurun dan HAM di Indonesia. Acara ini dihadiri oleh mahasiswa, dosen, dan staf terkait, termasuk mahasiswa asal Indonesia.
Kegiatan diakhiri dengan kepulangan Dr. Ani ke Indonesia pada 28 September, dibantu oleh staf KBRI Seoul.
Poin-Poin Penting dan Pembelajaran
- Memperkuat Kolaborasi Akademik Internasional: Kegiatan ini memperdalam kerja sama antara Departemen Hubungan Internasional FISIP UI dan Yonsei University, khususnya dalam bidang studi gender dan masyarakat transnasional.
- Memanfaatkan Reputasi Global Yonsei University: Kerja sama ini meningkatkan visibilitas dan pengaruh studi yang dilakukan oleh kedua institusi.
- Berbagi Kepakaran: Dr. Ani berbagi pengetahuan dan pengalaman mengenai isu-isu HAM, demokrasi, gender, dan transnasionalisme, memperkaya wawasan peserta dan mendorong diskusi konstruktif.
- Membangun Jaringan Akademik: Melalui kegiatan seperti public lecture dan diskusi, Dr. Ani memperluas jaringan profesional, membuka peluang untuk kolaborasi penelitian di masa depan.
- Mendorong Keterlibatan Akademisi Indonesia: Sebagai akademisi Indonesia pertama yang memberikan paparan di Yonsei GSIS, Dr. Ani menjadi inspirasi bagi rekan-rekan akademisi lainnya.
- Membuka Komunikasi dan Potensi Kolaborasi: Kegiatan ini membuka peluang kerja sama dengan lembaga terkait seperti Ewha Women University dan Kedutaan Besar Indonesia di Seoul.
Kegiatan ini menunjukkan pentingnya menjalin kerja sama internasional, berbagi kepakaran untuk kemajuan bersama, dan terus memperluas jaringan akademik guna meningkatkan kualitas pendidikan dan penelitian.
Sep 24, 2024 | event
Depok – In an effort to enhance the quality of education globally and ensure that the programs offered meet standards, the Department of International Relations has undergone an international accreditation process that began in early 2023. The culmination of this process was a site visit by Accreditation Agency in Health and Social Sciences (AHPGS), which took place from September 23 to 24, 2024. AHPGS is a highly reputable German accreditation agency that provides comprehensive assessments of various disciplines at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Their evaluations cover aspects such as curriculum, teaching quality, infrastructure, and academic support for students.
This visit involved two prominent assessors, Prof. Dr. Sandra Destradi from Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg and Prof. Dr. Jakob Lempp from Rhine-Waal University of Applied Sciences, who have extensive experience in evaluating International Relations programs in various countries.
Series of Activities
On the first day, Monday, September 23, 2024, the two assessors were officially welcomed at the University Administration Building by the leadership of FISIP UI, namely Prof. Dr. Semiarto Aji Purwanto, Dean of FISIP UI, accompanied by Nurul Isnaeni, Ph.D., and Dwi Ardhanariswari Sundrijo, Ph.D., Vice Deans of FISIP UI. The visit also involved university leaders who were present to warmly welcome the assessors. After the welcoming session, the assessors proceeded to the Mochtar Riady Building on the 2nd floor to conduct a series of in-depth interviews with teaching staff at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels from the Department of International Relations. The participating lecturers included Prof. Dr. Fredy B.L. Tobing, Prof. Evi Fitriani, Ph.D., Ali Abdullah Wibisono, Ph.D., Ardhitya E. Yeremia Lalisang, Ph.D., Asra Virgianita, Ph.D., Emir Chairullah, Ph.D., Edi Prasetyono, Ph.D., Dr. Ani Widyani Soetjipto, Hariyadi Wirawan, Ph.D., and Gracia Paramitha, Ph.D. The lecturers shared information about the curriculum, research, and their teaching experiences in the Department of International Relations.
After the intensive interview sessions, the assessors were invited to take a campus tour around the UI Depok campus. The tour started from the FISIP area, followed by visits to the Central Unit of the Department of International Relations (UPDHI) and the UI International Office. This tour provided the assessors with the opportunity to see firsthand the academic facilities, laboratories, and various other support services available to students on the UI campus. This accreditation visit is an important part of the Department of International Relations’ efforts to continuously innovate and ensure that the academic standards applied are competitive at the international level.
After the intensive interview sessions, the assessors were invited to take a campus tour around the UI Depok campus. The tour started from the FISIP area, followed by visits to the Central Unit of the Department of International Relations (UPDHI) and the UI International Office. This tour provided the assessors with the opportunity to see firsthand the academic facilities, laboratories, and various other support services available to students on the UI campus. This accreditation visit is an important part of the Department of International Relations’ efforts to continuously innovate and ensure that the academic standards applied are competitive at the international level.
Sep 13, 2024 | event
Depok, September 13, 2024 – The Department of International Relations at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, University of Indonesia, proudly hosted a studium generale titled “Modern Australia and Its Role in the World,” featuring the Australian Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Penny Williams PSM. This public lecture was held on Friday, September 13, 2024, at the Communication Science Auditorium, FISIP UI, and was attended by a large number of students from the International Relations Study Program. The event aimed to provide a deeper understanding of Australia’s role in the international arena, particularly in terms of its diplomacy and foreign policy that influence the global order and bilateral relations with other countries, including Indonesia.
The public lecture was opened by Professor Evi Fitriani, Ph.D., a Professor of International Relations, who stated that Indonesia and Australia have a good relationship. Therefore, this public lecture is expected to broaden insights into Australia and its foreign policy, leading to more collaborations in the future. Following this, Dr. phil. Yandry Kurniawan, the Head of the Undergraduate Program in International Relations, also delivered a welcome speech. In his remarks, he expressed hope that the visit of the Australian Ambassador to Indonesia, H.E. Penny Williams PSM, could be the first step in strengthening relations with the Department of International Relations, as many students focus on Australia in their final projects.
The event continued with an opening by Ristian Atriandi Supriyanto, M.Sc., a lecturer in the Department of International Relations who acted as the moderator. He facilitated the public lecture by guiding an interactive discussion between the Ambassador and the participants. During her presentation, H.E. Penny Williams PSM highlighted various important aspects of Australia, from the cultural diversity that characterizes the country to Australia’s foreign policy based on its values, interests, and national identity. H.E. Penny Williams PSM emphasized that Australia prioritizes not only regional cooperation but also inter-regional relations, including with Indonesia. Additionally, in the context of evolving international relations, Australia, as part of the Pacific region, faces several global challenges such as climate change, maritime security, and other issues that require special attention.
After the presentation by Ambassador H.E. Penny Williams PSM, the public lecture continued with a Q&A session with the students. The public lecture concluded with the presentation of a souvenir from the Department of International Relations to Ambassador H.E. Penny Williams PSM as a token of appreciation for her presence. This event is expected to strengthen the relationship between Australia and Indonesia and contribute positively to the development of knowledge in the field of international relations.
After the intensive interview sessions, the assessors were invited to take a campus tour around the UI Depok campus. The tour started from the FISIP area, followed by visits to the Central Unit of the Department of International Relations (UPDHI) and the UI International Office. This tour provided the assessors with the opportunity to see firsthand the academic facilities, laboratories, and various other support services available to students on the UI campus. This accreditation visit is an important part of the Department of International Relations’ efforts to continuously innovate and ensure that the academic standards applied are competitive at the international level.
