Polinema Strengthens Role as Impact Campus on 81st Independence Day

Malang, en.SERU.co.id – Politeknik Negeri Malang (Polinema) has reaffirmed its commitment to playing a greater role in human resource development and becoming an impact campus. Through vocational education, research and innovation that deliver directs benefits to society, the institution is also taking part in filling and commemorating the 81st anniversary of Indonesian Independence.

Polinema Director Ir Supriatna Adhisuwignjo ST MT said the independence anniversary serves as a reminder for higher education institutions, particularly Polinema as a vocational campus. The university must continue making real contributions to Indonesia’s progress through the Tri Dharma of Higher Education by developing people, research and innovation.

“Through the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, Polinema is committed to producing graduates who are competent in both hard skills and soft skills according to industry needs. At the same time, it brings benefits as an impact campus for society, the nation and the state,” Supriatna said after the 81st Independence Day ceremony at the Polinema field on Monday, August 17, 2026.

Supriatna stressed that the human resources produced by Polinema are expected to help realize Indonesia as an advanced, sovereign, independent and progressive nation. The campus role does not stop at classroom learning. Research and innovation by lecturers and students are expected to provide solutions to various problems faced by the community.

“The main point is how the Polinema campus can contribute, from the leadership ranks to educational staff, including students, so that everyone can make a contribution,” said the former First Deputy Director of Polinema.

Accelerating Research Downstreaming for Immediate Community Benefit

He encouraged research results and technological innovations developed at Polinema not to remain only as academic works. Instead, they should be ready for application and down streaming so that their benefits can be felt by the public as soon as possible.

“Accelerating down streaming is an important step that Polinema needs to take, both in the short and long term. Works by lecturers and students that can be applied in the field should be directed so they are immediately utilized by society, the nation and the state,” explained the two-term Director of Polinema.

This step forms part of the impact campus concept that Polinema wants to strengthen in commemorating the 81st Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia. Higher education institutions should not only be spaces for developing science and technology but also centers that generate solutions capable of answering community needs.

“In this way, independence is not only understood as the history of the nation’s struggle. It is also realized through real work, innovation and service that bring benefits to society,” he stated.

Message from the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology at the Independence Day Ceremony

On the same occasion, Polinema Director Ir Supriatna Adhisuwignjo ST MT conveyed the message from the Minister of Higher Education, Science and Technology (Mendiktisaintek) for the 81st Independence Day ceremony.

Quoting the speech of Mendiktisaintek Prof Brian Yuliarto PhD, the 81st Independence Day of the Republic of Indonesia is a moment to reaffirm the spirit of nationhood, mutual cooperation and shared responsibility in filling independence. In the environment of higher education, science and technology, independence must be interpreted as an opportunity to build superior, characterful, adaptive and innovative Indonesian human resources who are able to compete globally.

“Higher education institutions have a strategic role in producing the next generation of the nation while generating research and innovation that provide real benefits for society. Therefore, higher education is not enough merely to produce knowledgeable graduates. It must give birth to people who have integrity, social concern, critical thinking ability and the courage to face change,” he said.

The progress of science and technology must also be directed toward strengthening national independence, increasing productivity, opening economic opportunities and solving various community problems. Collaboration between the government, higher education institutions, the business world, industry and society are the key so that the results of education and research truly have an impact.

“The spirit of independence also carries the message that no child of the nation should be left behind in obtaining educational opportunities. Wider access to higher education, improvement of higher education quality, strengthening of the research ecosystem and talent development are important parts of preparing Indonesia for a more advanced future,” he added.

Through the momentum of 17 August 2026, the entire academic community is invited to strengthen unity, improve work ethic, maintain integrity and continue creating. Independence is not merely a historical legacy, but a mandate that must be filled with achievement, innovation and service to realize an advanced, independent and competitive Indonesia.

“Independence must be continued through quality education, impactful research, mastery of science and technology, and the birth of an excellent generation that works for the progress of the nation. This is in line with the position of the Ministry of Higher Education, Science and Technology, which places the improvement of higher education quality, strengthening of research, innovation and talent development as important parts of Indonesian human resource development,” he stated.

Announcement of Best Traditional Costume and Department Yell Contests

On the same occasion, the winners of the best traditional costume contest among ceremony participants were announced, along with the best department yell contest involving Polinema partners and the central office.

Winners of the best traditional costume include:

Astryleria Eka Puspitasari (Electronics Engineering), Batak Karo traditional attire
Balqis Addhuhatuz Zahroh (Central Office), Bangka Belitung traditional attire
Muhammad Tri Aditya (Civil Engineering), Palu traditional attire

Best yell contest winners: