embarked on a visit to the UGM Community Service Program (KKN) team in the Mlonggo District
30 UGM students devoted themselves to community service in two villages
namely Karanggondang Village and Jambu Village
immersing in a spectrum of activities spanning social humanities
This visit aimed to observe and ensure the successful implementation of various KKN programs
the rector and the entourage witnessed a myriad of products brought to fruition by students
These included the production of enco-enzymes and eco-printing
organic fertilizer production for agriculture
and the creation of bio-polls to combat water pollution
Expressing gratitude for the presence of UGM students engaged in KKN in Jepara Regency
the rector acknowledged the significance of this endeavor
She emphasized that KKN in the land of Kartini reminds the rector of the emancipation advocated by Kartini
especially considering the substantial female representation
UGM’s student data indicates that almost 55-60 percent of UGM students are women
where about 55-60 percent of graduates are women
and the majority participating in KKN here are women
what Kartini aspired to and fought for seems to have become a reality
there is an equal role to contribute to the country,” she remarked
The rector commended KKN activities as a source of pride for UGM
highlighting the enduring impact left by students over the past 50 years
The community eagerly awaits this community service activity
a student doesn’t need to wait until graduation to contribute to society
a challenging place where even water was scarce
there was something we could give to the community
and the community greatly felt the direct service,” she explained
While acknowledging the occasional complaints and questions about the necessity of KKN
the rector stressed that KKN is an integral activity for UGM students
She emphasized that if someone does not desire KKN from the beginning
KKN is not just an activity; it’s the institution’s mission
As the first university established by the Indonesian nation post-independence
UGM instills in its students a sense of belonging to community development from the moment they enter
“That is the character that wants to be carved so that UGM graduates become part of the development and enlightenment of the community itself,” she affirmed
The rector is pleased to send students with specific missions
the benefits extend to both students and the local government
this is a program we will continue to promote and adhere to
who have given their best during their KKN here
and I am sure that your works are impactful,” she added
spanning 30 regencies/cities and 44 districts in Indonesia
The event encompasses 13,700 community service activities conducted by 253 UGM coordinators and 2530 students
the Head of the Government Section in the Regional Secretariat of Jepara Regency
UGM and Jepara Regency have been in partnership for quite some time
the regency hopes to extend the collaboration and will always welcome KKN students in the area
“For students aspiring to conduct KKN in Karimunjawa
remember to pay attention to wave and wind patterns
If you want to pick Parang Nyamuk and Kemujan as the next KKN locations
I recommend you to go in July and August because the waves and wind are relatively safe,” he advised
Mlonggo Head Sulistyo thanked UGM for the program
The visit of the UGM students has contributed to enhancing the quality of human resources in the area and empowered them to improve
The implementation of KKN goes beyond applying theoretical knowledge
It contributes real work to support the genuine needs of the community amid the current complex conditions
“This is not just about gaining additional knowledge but also obtaining thought contributions and real work to support the existing development in villages and regions,” he explained
added that KKN in Jepara Regency this time carries the theme “Growing Harmony through the Synergy of Environment
and Sustainable Coastal Community Health Improvement in the Villages of Jambu and Karanggondang.” 
UGM KKN students have formulated various programs to address environmental issues
as well as build synergy and collaboration in Karanggondang and Jambu Villages by tapping into their potential
The visit was attended by a distinguished group
representing Jepara Regency Government; Mlonggo District Head
Sulistyo; Director of Inter-Institutional Relations and Cooperation
Pancasila Ideology Education Agency (BPIP)
Akbar Hadi Prabowo; UGM Vice-Rector for Planning
Arief Setiawan Budi Nugroho; University Secretary
Andi Sandi Antonius Tabusassa Tonralipu; Director of Community Service
Rustamaji; Secretary of Community Service Directorate
Djarot Heru Santoso; Head of the Sub-Directorate of Community Service
Professor Nanung Agus Fitriyanto; and the team’s field supervisor
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