Students from the Community Service Program (KKN) at Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta Group 43 once again demonstrated their contribution to the community. Through one of their flagship programs, they have been actively implementing LOSIDA (Kitchen Waste Composting) in every neighborhood unit (RT) in the Padukuhan Gesikan IV area, Wijirejo, Pandak, Bantul on Friday (August 22, 2025). This program is designed as a simple and environmentally friendly solution to optimize the management of household organic waste.
The LOSIDA planting activity was carried out in stages, involving all elements of the community, from residents, neighborhood association leaders, to representatives of the PKK (Family Welfare Movement) as the main drivers. The lodong used are PVC pipes planted in the ground, functioning as containers to decompose kitchen waste into natural compost.
The head of KKN Group 43, Muhammad Iqbal, explained that this program is expected to be the answer to the problem of household waste accumulation.
“In addition to reducing waste, the compost from LOSIDA can be used by the community to fertilize plants in their yards,” said Iqbal.
The enthusiasm of the residents in welcoming this program is very high, as evidenced by their active participation in the planting process and their commitment to caring for it. With this simple innovation, UNISA Yogyakarta’s Community Service Program hopes to foster a culture of sustainable and useful waste management in rural areas. This program is clear evidence of the contribution of Community Service Program students in creating positive change in the community.
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Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta held an Employee Gathering on Saturday (23/8) at Joglo Panglipuran, Magelang. The event was attended by all employees, from the Daily Advisory Board (BPH), rectorate leaders, lecturers, to educational staff.
The Employee Gathering was held as an effort to improve communication and coordination among employees, as well as to recharge their energy in facing UNISA Yogyakarta’s work program for 2025-2026.
UNISA Yogyakarta Rector, Dr. Warsiti, S.Kp., M.Kep., Sp.Mat., stated in her opening remarks that this collaborative event is expected to strengthen working relationships, foster synergy, and instill a renewed sense of enthusiasm in carrying out duties.
“This Employee Gathering is not just about togetherness, but a moment to strengthen coordination and communication between all elements at UNISA. With the new spirit that we have built together, I am optimistic that we can successfully carry out the 2025-2026 work program,” said Dr. Warsiti.
During the event, participants took part in various team-building activities, including an outbound program emphasizing teamwork and rafting that tested cohesion while also serving as a refreshing activity. The atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm and camaraderie throughout the entire event, strengthening the bonds between employees outside of their daily work routines.
Through this activity, UNISA Yogyakarta reaffirmed its commitment to continuously strengthen human resources as the key to realizing its vision of a health-oriented, choice-driven, and excellent campus based on progressive Islamic values.
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Yogyakarta, August 20, 2025, A total of 100 students from various student organizations gathered at the UNISA Yogyakarta Basketball Court to participate in a discussion entitled “Youth Leadership: Revitalizing Modern Student Organizations.” The event featured cross-campus panelists: Tiyo Ardianto (President of the Student Executive Board, UGM), Fatur Djaguna (General Coordinator of the DIY Student Executive Board and President of Unjaya), and Lukmannul Hakim (President of UNISA Yogyakarta).
The discussion was dynamic and reflective. In addition to emphasizing the importance of brotherhood and collaboration, the three speakers highlighted the root causes and structural challenges affecting the lives of student organizations today.
Tiyo opened the discussion with a chronological emphasis: according to him, the decline in organizational practices began during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The pandemic forced the postponement or shift of the regeneration process, regular meetings, and other collective practices to the virtual space—and that had a long-term impact on organizational capacity,” he said.
Tiyo added that the continuation of the Merdeka Belajar — Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) policy also had an impact, with academic mobility and the division of time between academic and external activities changing the patterns of student involvement in student organizations. He underlined the need to design flexible working patterns for student organizations while maintaining continuity in regeneration and participation.
Fatur Djaguna continued with a historical perspective. In his brief presentation, Fatur examined the journey of leadership and student movements in Yogyakarta—from the tradition of public dialogue and cross-campus solidarity to the transformation of forms of action that occurred alongside socio-political changes. According to him, understanding the historical traces of the movement is very important for formulating revitalization strategies that do not repeat the failures of the past.
“The history of the movement teaches us about tactics, the ethics of struggle, and the importance of institution building,” he said.
Meanwhile, Lukmannul Hakim highlighted generational issues that are often a source of internal friction. Lukman pointed out the gap between the leadership style of the previous generation—which tends to be hierarchical and based on long experience—and the leadership style of young people, which is more exploratory, digital, and results-oriented.
“This gap is not merely a conflict; it is an opportunity to synthesize experience and innovation. However, without good communication bridges, the gap can divide unity,” he said.
Lukman invited student organizations to formulate knowledge transfer mechanisms that respect both sides: respect for tradition and space for renewal.
The discussion also raised issues of education, economics, socio-politics, and digital media literacy.
The final session closed with the reading of a seven-point statement on Youth Leadership.
Universitas ‘Aisyiyah (UNISA) Yogyakarta received a courtesy visit from the Bantul Regional Leadership of Muhammadiyah (PDM) on Thursday (08/21/2025). The meeting, which took place in the meeting room of the Siti Walidah Building, was an important moment to strengthen relations and discuss educational development.
Arba Riksawan Qomaru, SE, Chairman of PDM Bantul, explained that in addition to fostering goodwill, their visit also aimed to discuss the progress of the Asy-Syifa Muhammadiyah Bambanglipuro Islamic Boarding School in Bantul.
“We hope that the cooperation between PDM Bantul, especially the Asy-Syifa Islamic Boarding School, and UNISA Yogyakarta in developing and advancing human resources will continue,” said Arba.
The Board of Trustees (BPH) of the Asy-Syifa Islamic Boarding School, Drs. Purwana, MA, who was also present, shared some good news.
“Two alumni of the Asy-Syifa Islamic Boarding School have been accepted as students at UNISA Yogyakarta and have received full scholarships,” he said.
Purwana hopes that in the coming years, more and more Islamic boarding school alumni will continue their studies at UNISA.
UNISA Yogyakarta Vice Rector IV Dr. M. Ali Imron, M.Fis welcomed this visit and the expansion of cooperation. “The cooperation that has been established between UNISA Yogyakarta and Asy-Syifa can be continued in other fields, such as community service and the activeness of UNISA employees who reside in the Bantul area,” he said.
This lively discussion also involved the Institute for Islamic Studies and Practice (LPPI) and UNISA Yogyakarta Vice Rector III, Prof. Dr. Mufdlilah, S.SiT., M.Sc. The meeting demonstrated the commitment of both parties to continue working together to advance da’wah and education within the Muhammadiyah community.
The case of a toddler dying from intestinal worms in Sukabumi, West Java, is ironic. Endang Koni Suryaningsih, a lecturer in the Midwifery Study Program at the Faculty of Health Sciences (FIKes) of Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta, believes that intestinal worms cannot be considered a minor illness and can be fatal.
“The death of an infant in Sukabumi due to intestinal worms is very concerning and serves as a warning to us all. Many people still consider intestinal worms to be a minor illness, when in fact if left untreated, it can cause serious complications such as severe anemia, malnutrition, and even growth and development disorders in children,” said Endang Koni on Thursday (8/21/2025).
Endang Koni explained that this condition can weaken a child’s immune system, making them vulnerable to other diseases, and in certain cases, can lead to death. From a public health perspective, this case highlights the need to intensify promotive and preventive efforts such as hygiene education, environmental sanitation, and regular deworming to prevent similar incidents from recurring.
Furthermore, Endang Koni said that worm infections can be fatal because worms in children’s intestines can continuously suck blood and nutrients. If there are many worms, children will experience severe anemia, protein deficiency, and chronic energy deficiency. This condition makes children’s bodies very weak and susceptible to infection, to the point that vital organs such as the heart cannot function optimally due to a lack of oxygen supply. It is at this stage that the risk of death can occur. “So, intestinal worms are not just a minor illness, but a serious threat to a child’s growth and development and even their life, especially if left untreated,” she said.
Children can be susceptible to intestinal worms if they often play barefoot, rarely wash their hands, have dirty nails, eat unhygienic food, and live in an environment with poor sanitation and clean water. A child’s nutrition also affects the risk and severity of worm infections. “Children with good nutrition are stronger against infection, while children with poor nutrition are more susceptible to illness, lose iron more quickly, and worm infections will cause much more severe symptoms,” said Endang Koni.
“Signs of worm infection that require immediate medical attention include if the child appears very pale, weak, short of breath, or vomits and passes worms in their stool. These conditions indicate a severe infection that can be life-threatening,” explained Endang Koni.
To prevent worm infections, children should be taught to wash their hands with soap, wear footwear, keep their nails clean, ensure that food and drinks are hygienic, and take deworming medication every 6 months. Deworming medication is also very important to break the cycle of infection and protect children from anemia and malnutrition. Ideally, it should be given regularly every 6 months, or twice a year as recommended by the Ministry of Health.
Equally important is the role of Posyandu. Posyandu can distribute deworming medication and monitor children’s growth and development, schools can instill clean living habits, while village cadres can educate families and maintain environmental sanitation. This collaboration is key to preventing worm infections.
“My message is: don’t underestimate worm infections. This disease can hinder children’s growth and development and even be fatal. Make clean living a habit and give deworming medication regularly to keep children healthy and protected,” said Endang Koni.
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