UIN Jakarta's Public Relations Department Enhances PR Literacy in Digital Era, Vice Rector for Student Affairs Hails 'A Great Leap Forward'

Diorama Room, UIN Online News — The Information and Public Relations Center (PIH) of UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta held an offboarding event to conclude its internship program, aimed at strengthening the university’s social media branding, on Friday (04/11/2025).

The event was attended by the Vice Rector for Student Affairs, Prof. Ali Munhanif, M.A., Ph.D., who commended the program’s implementation. In his remarks, Prof. Ali described the initiative as a "great leap" in enhancing public relations literacy among students while bolstering UIN Jakarta’s digital presence in the information technology era.

"This program is an excellent leap—not only in building the university’s image on social media but also in providing highly relevant learning opportunities for students. I deeply appreciate the contributions of our students in supporting the campus’s public relations efforts," said Prof. Ali.

The Head of UIN Jakarta’s Information and Public Relations Center, Zaenal Muttaqin, M.Ag., also praised the students’ enthusiasm and creativity throughout the program. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between students and the institution in shaping UIN Jakarta’s digital identity.

"The students have demonstrated remarkable dedication and teamwork. Their fresh ideas and creative approaches, especially in managing the university’s social media, have been invaluable," said the Head of PIH.

Also present were program coordinators Fauziah Muslimah, M.I.Kom., and Indra Munawar, M.Pd., who mentored the interns during the months-long program.

The Information and Public Relations Center hopes the internship program will continue as a non-academic learning space for students in public relations. It also aims for program alumni to become agents of change and competitive promoters of digital literacy amid the rapidly evolving media and communication landscape.

(Aida Adha S./Zaenal M./Noeni Indah S./Foto: Muhammad Yahya)