HUMAS FIN USU - on 15–18 October 2026 The Head of the Arabic Literature Study Program at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB), Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU), participated in the Association Meeting of Arabic Literature Study Programs across Indonesia and a National Seminar hosted by UIN Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten.
The event served as a platform for coordination and communication among Arabic Literature Study Program representatives from universities across Indonesia. It aimed to strengthen institutional relationships, facilitate the exchange of ideas, and discuss the advancement of Arabic language and literature education in higher education institutions.
The event was officially opened by Dr. Eva Syarifah, Dean of the Faculty of Adab and Humanities. The programme also featured remarks from Dr. Uki, Chair of the Association, who provided guidance on the event and emphasised the importance of strengthening coordination among Arabic Literature Study Programs throughout Indonesia.
One of the key outcomes of the event was the appointment of the Head of the Arabic Literature Study Program at FIB USU as Vice Chair for Human Resources Development within the association. This appointment reflects FIB USU’s active contribution to organisational development and efforts to improve the quality of human resources in Arabic language and literature education.
Participation in this national association is expected to expand FIB USU’s academic networks with universities across Indonesia while creating opportunities for collaboration in curriculum development, lecturer competency enhancement, knowledge exchange, and improvements in teaching and learning quality.
Through its participation in the association meeting and national seminar, FIB USU reaffirms its commitment to improving the quality of higher education, strengthening academic organisational governance, and fostering sustainable partnerships to advance Arabic language and literature education in Indonesia.