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The webinar, 'Pusat Mutu Terpadu Kampus' (Campus Integrated Quality Center), round 1, edition 5, is officially opened. The host, Juli Nikita, introduces the event's agenda, which includes an opening speech, a presentation on mindfulness strategies for executive function skills by Mila, a presentation by Prof. Suroto from the university library, and discussions on mandatory course references and book reviews. The event begins with a prayer and an address by Prof. Dr. Muhammad Nursalim, Dean of the Faculty of Education, highlighting the growth and achievements of Unesa as a university and the importance of libraries in academic development.
Prof. Dr. Muhammad Nursalim, Dean of the Faculty of Education, delivers a warm welcome, emphasizing Unesa's significant growth from 4,500 new students to 21,000, with a projected 80,000 students by 2026, surpassing other universities like UB. He praises Unesa's consistent achievement as a top-performing university across various categories for three consecutive years. He underscores the historical role of libraries in fostering intellectual development, drawing parallels with ancient civilizations and philosophical movements, and commends the library's proactive programs initiated by Prof. Suroto.
Dr. Mila Yunita presents on 'Building a Reading Home in the Mind: Mindfulness Strategies to Strengthen Executive Function Skills in Education.' She highlights challenges faced by academics, such as feeling unproductive, being overwhelmed by digital notifications, and difficulty prioritizing tasks. These issues indicate an exhausted executive function. Dr. Mila explains that executive function refers to high-level cognitive skills that act as a 'CEO' of the brain, located in the prefrontal cortex, responsible for planning and regulating behavior. These skills are crucial for students, administrative staff, lecturers, and leaders in various academic roles. She identifies factors affecting executive function, including individual aspects like sleep quality, nutrition, mental health, and physical fitness, as well as environmental factors such as academic culture, workload, social dynamics, and leadership. Dr. Mila proposes mindfulness as a solution, supported by research showing its effectiveness in enhancing brain function and overall well-being. She outlines practical mindfulness techniques, such as creating supportive work environments, practicing mindful transitions before and after work, and utilizing micro-mindfulness techniques like the 'STOP' method and single-tasking with timers.
Prof. Dr. Budi Purwoko, Vice Dean 1, offers a response, praising Mila's presentation for addressing the contemporary issue of multitasking and burnout. He acknowledges the library's 'Rabu Muter Kampus' (Wednesday Campus Tour) program, where Prof. Suroto and his team visit various faculties. Prof. Budi emphasizes the library's role as a core facility for academic development, particularly its extensive journal subscriptions valued at 4 billion rupiahs, which are vital for student assignments, theses, and dissertations. He encourages faculty and students to actively utilize library resources and participate in competitions, hinting at generous rewards from the Rector for increased engagement.
Prof. Suroto elaborates on the library's initiatives, including a rector's regulation for libraries and the establishment of a library committee. He highlights Unesa's record-breaking book review event in 2025, which saw 11,078 students reviewing 3,197 books. For 2026, the library aims to involve lecturers in setting three mandatory reference books per course, with students reviewing one, targeting 12,000 book reviews. This initiative aims to foster academic literacy and integrate library resources into coursework. Prof. Suroto discusses the library's extensive digital resources, including journal subscriptions worth 4 billion rupiahs, accessible via the E-library website and a 'Remote Access' application for off-campus use. He also mentions the electronic library card, which tracks student visits and is mandatory for graduation clearance, encouraging early engagement with library orientation.
A video showcases the Faculty of Education (FIP) Reading Room at Unesa, emphasizing its comfortable and conducive environment for learning. The video highlights how the library, both central and faculty-specific, serves as a hub for knowledge, inspiration, and academic growth. It details various services and facilities designed to support critical thinking, creativity, and adaptability, including quiet reading areas and internet access. The FIP Reading Room is presented as a 'mini literacy space' that brings essential resources closer to students, fostering a strong culture of literacy across the university.
Bumila shares her positive feedback on the mandatory course reference program, stressing its importance in an era of abundant, often unverified, information. She argues that having guided references helps students develop strong argumentation based on reliable sources, preserving the 'sanad' or academic lineage of knowledge. Student Guntur Pratama, from the Guidance and Counseling program, shares his experience, praising the central library's comfortable 'lesehan' area and the FIP reading room's serene environment, particularly for individual study. An online suggestion from Wahyu Sukartiningsih proposes compiling a list of SCOPUS and SINTA-indexed articles by Unesa lecturers for student citation, which Prof. Suroto acknowledges as a valuable idea for promoting faculty work.
The webinar concludes with Julia Nikita Aisah thanking all participants, speakers, and the organizing committee. She encourages attendees to apply the knowledge gained for continuous benefit. A virtual group photo session is conducted with all participants. Finally, the event officially closes with a prayer and a reminder for Zoom participants to fill out the attendance link for their certificates before 12:00 PM.