SUBMISSION OF OUTPUTS AND REPORTS FOR OFFLINE KKN BATCH 70 EVEN SEMESTER ACADEMIC YEAR 2024/2025 ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY OF INDONESIA

SUBMISSION OF OUTPUTS AND REPORTS FOR OFFLINE KKN BATCH 70
EVEN SEMESTER ACADEMIC YEAR 2024/2025
ISLAMIC UNIVERSITY OF INDONESIA

ANNOUNCEMENT
No: 413/Dir.DPPM/80/DPPM/III/2025

Regarding:
Submission of Outputs and Reports for Offline KKN Batch 70
Even Semester Academic Year 2024/2025
Islamic University of Indonesia

To facilitate the submission process of the reports and deliverables for Regular and Thematic KKN Batch 70, we hereby inform field supervisors and students that the submission of reports and outputs can be done through:

https://bit.ly/laporan-luaran-kkn-uii70

The procedures for preparing the outputs and reports shall refer to the KKN Guideline Book for Batch 70, Even Semester, Academic Year 2024/2025.

The final deadline for submission is Friday, March 7, 2025. All outputs and reports uploaded by students must have been approved by their respective field supervisors.

This announcement is hereby made for your attention and compliance.

Yogyakarta, February 28, 2025

Director of DPPM

Signed

Prof. Ir. Eko Siswoyo, S.T., M.Sc.ES., Ph.D., IPU.

UII Students Create Optimization Tool for Waste Incinerators

UII Students Create Optimization Tool for Waste Incinerators
KOTAGEDE – Students from Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) have developed an innovative optimization device for waste incinerators. This breakthrough was created by Abrar Radhitya Widyatmoko, Alvin Dhavi Juliano, Amin Sulaiman, and Muhammad Syahdan Sigit Maulana, who come from the Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, and Chemical Engineering programs at UII. The team was part of the UII Community Service (KKN) Program Period 70, under the Thematic Program for Integrated Elderly Care Services, held in Purbayan Subdistrict, Kotagede.

Abrar explained that the idea emerged after observing that most incinerators still experience problems managing residual combustion smoke. Uncontrolled emissions not only disturb public comfort but also pose significant health risks. To address this issue, the team designed an additional chimney equipped with a filtration system to reduce hazardous emissions produced during waste incineration.

The device operates on a simple yet effective concept. The auxiliary chimney is constructed with a downward bend, where two activated carbon filters are installed at the end to filter out the smoke. The process begins when smoke from the incineration enters the chimney and passes through the air filtration system. The activated carbon filters are capable of capturing harmful substances such as dioxins, hydrogen sulfide, hydrogen chloride, ammonia, and mercaptans, achieving up to 99% filtration efficiency. Once filtered, the cleaner air is released back into the environment.

In addition to providing environmental benefits, the innovation also responds to social challenges in waste management. In line with government regulations, waste must now be managed communally and may no longer be discarded individually. This has led to financial burdens for residents who must pay for waste collection services. With this more environmentally friendly incinerator, communities can manage their waste independently while minimizing pollution.

The optimization device is made using iron plate materials with an estimated production cost of approximately IDR 700,000 (around USD 45) per unit. The student team hopes the tool will provide a practical solution for communities dealing with air pollution from waste burning.

“We hope this device will offer real benefits and help the community manage their waste more safely and efficiently,” said Abrar.

The filtration unit was officially handed over at the conclusion of KKN UII Period 70 Thematic LLT, on Thursday, February 27, 2025. The handover was made to Mr. Siswanto, Head of Kampung Purbaya, and Mr. Arif, Head of RW 14, at the local waste collection point (TPS) in Kampung Purbayan. Local residents warmly welcomed the innovation and expressed hope that UII KKN students would continue to make meaningful contributions in waste management and environmental conservation.

(Widodo HP)

Photo Caption:
UII Rector visits the student innovation stand showcasing the Waste Incinerator Optimization Tool at the UII KKN Period 70 Thematic LLT Expo in Purbayan (Photo: Widodo)

UII Launches Indonesia’s First University-Based Elderly School

UII Launches Indonesia’s First University-Based Elderly School
KOTAGEDE, Yogyakarta – Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII), in collaboration with the National Population and Family Planning Agency (BKKBN) of the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY), officially launched the first university-based elderly school in Indonesia. The launching ceremony was held at the Public Green Open Space (RTHP) Bumen RW 06, Purbayan Subdistrict, Kotagede District, Yogyakarta City, on Wednesday, February 26, 2025.

This Elderly School was established as a solution for the more than 1,000 elderly residents living in Purbayan, including 58 seniors requiring regular assistance for long-term care. The symbolic inauguration was marked by the presentation of ceremonial sashes to two elderly students by UII Rector Fathul Wahid and Muhammad Iqbal Apriansyah, SH, MPH, Head of BKKBN DIY.

UII Becomes Pioneer of University-Based Elderly School
In his remarks, UII Rector Fathul Wahid emphasized that the establishment of this elderly school reflects the university’s commitment to understanding social issues and potentials within the community.

“Elderly people want to remain independent and not be a burden to others. With a supportive ecosystem, everyone can age gracefully, feeling cared for,” said Fathul.

He also highlighted the importance of social interaction for the elderly. Sharing a personal experience from his time living in Bandung, he recounted how he frequently visited his landlady just for a chat.

“I didn’t bring any gifts, yet I was always sent home with food and snacks. Elderly people need someone to talk to,” he added.

BKKBN Support and Hopes for Nationwide Replication
Head of BKKBN DIY, Muhammad Iqbal Apriansyah, stated that Sekolah Lansia Maharani is the first elderly school in Indonesia to be run by a university and expressed hope that it could serve as a national model.

“There are already 16 elderly schools in DIY funded by state and regional budgets, and community initiatives. However, this is the first initiated by a university, located in Kalurahan Purbayan. We plan to promote this model for nationwide implementation,” said Iqbal.

He explained that the school curriculum consists of 12 learning modules delivered in 12 sessions, typically held once a month. Through this program, elderly participants have the opportunity to engage with peers, especially since many of them experience loneliness at home due to the busy lives of their children and grandchildren.

“From previous experiences with other elderly schools, we’ve seen very positive changes. Participants become more cheerful, talkative, and open. Physically, they are more active too, especially through sessions like elderly-friendly exercise classes,” he noted.

Thematic KKN Expo and UII Students’ Role in Elderly Empowerment
The launching of Sekolah Lansia Maharani also coincided with the Thematic KKN Expo on Integrated Elderly Care Services (LLT), part of UII’s community service programs in celebration of its 82nd anniversary.

Fathul shared that UII’s Thematic KKN has reached over 100 villages in six to seven regencies across Central Java and Yogyakarta. In this program, students are not only educators but also community partners who identify local potentials and challenges to design sustainable solutions.

“We always regard villages as partners, not as passive beneficiaries. Our goal is to grow together by understanding and supporting their strengths and needs,” he said.

A Vision for the Future of Elderly Education
The launch of Sekolah Lansia Maharani marks UII’s initial step in creating an elderly-friendly ecosystem. With ongoing support from higher education institutions and the government, it is hoped that similar schools can be established across Indonesia.

“We hope this school becomes a model for other regions. Since we will all become elderly someday, it is vital to prepare a caring and supportive environment,” concluded Fathul.

Through Sekolah Lansia Maharani, it is hoped that the elderly in Purbayan and surrounding areas will have access to meaningful learning, social engagement, and improved quality of life in their golden years.

(Widodo)

Photo Caption:
Ceremonial presentation of sashes to two elderly representatives of Sekolah Lansia Maharani by UII Rector, marking the official launch (Photo: Widodo)