Photo: The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ISI BALI and Udayana University at the Postgraduate Building of Unud, Monday (11/5).
The Indonesian Institute of the Arts Bali (ISI BALI) renewed its Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Udayana University (Unud) on Monday (11/5) at the Postgraduate Building of Unud. The renewal of this collaboration was carried out in line with the institutional nomenclature change from ISI Denpasar to ISI BALI.
The MoU was signed by the Rector of ISI BALI, Prof. Dr. Wayan “Kun” Adnyana, together with the Rector of Unud, Prof. Ir. I Ketut Sudarsana. In addition to the signing of the MoU, a Cooperation Agreement was also signed between the Director of Postgraduate Studies of ISI BALI, Nyoman Dewi Pebryani, and the Dean of the Faculty of Humanities of Unud, Prof. I Nyoman Aryawibawa.
Photo: The signing of the MoU between the Postgraduate Program of ISI BALI and the Faculty of Humanities of Unud at the Postgraduate Building of Unud, Monday (11/5).
The signing ceremony was witnessed by the Chair of the Senate of ISI BALI, Prof. Dr. Drs. Ketut Muka; the Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Cooperation of ISI BALI, Prof. Dr. Komang Sudirga; the Head of the Bureau of Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, Planning, and Cooperation of ISI BALI, Dr. Komang Arba Wirawan; as well as representatives from the leadership of Udayana University. Also in attendance were the Vice Rector for Planning, Cooperation, and Information of Unud, Prof. Dr. Eng. Ir. Made Sucipta; the Acting Head of the Bureau of Academic Affairs, Cooperation, and Public Relations of Unud, Prof. Ir. I Nengah Sujaya; the Coordinator of the Doctoral Program in Cultural Studies, Prof. Dr. I Nyoman Darma Putra; and the Coordinator of UPIKS of the Faculty of Humanities, Dr. I Gusti Agung Istri Aryani.
In his remarks, the Rector of ISI BALI, Prof. Wayan “Kun” Adnyana, stated that ISI BALI and Unud share a long historical relationship in the development of arts education in Bali. He explained that the Fine Arts and Design Study Program (PSRD) of Unud had once played a significant role in the establishment of ISI Denpasar, which has now transformed into ISI BALI.
According to him, the relationship between the two institutions extends beyond historical ties and has been manifested through various forms of collaboration in education, research, community service, and human resource development. He expressed hope that the renewal of this cooperation would further strengthen the synergy between the two universities in addressing future challenges in higher education.
“ISI BALI and Unud share historical closeness and the same spirit in advancing higher education in Bali. Through this collaboration, we hope that the partnership that has been established will continue to expand and provide tangible benefits for institutional development as well as for society,” he stated.
Photo: The signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ISI BALI and Udayana University at the Postgraduate Building of Unud, Monday (11/5).
Meanwhile, the Rector of Unud, Prof. I Ketut Sudarsana, welcomed the signing of the cooperation documents. He emphasized that Unud shares the same vision as ISI BALI in developing outstanding human resources in Bali and Indonesia.
He expressed hope that this renewed partnership would encourage the enhancement of various academic activities and institutional development initiatives that directly impact the quality of graduates. According to him, collaboration among higher education institutions is an important step in creating graduates who are competitive and capable of responding to the demands of the times.
“This collaboration is expected to enhance various productive and innovative activities, thereby producing graduates who are competitive and able to contribute to the development of Bali and Indonesia,” he remarked. (ISIBALI/Public Relations)
