UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta continues to demonstrate its commitment to international quality standards in higher education through the active participation of its students in global academic platforms. Most recently, Fadilla Nur Rahma, a Biology student from the Faculty of Science and Technology, was appointed as the official student representative in the ASIIN accreditation visit to UIN Maulana Malik Ibrahim Malang on 26–27 May 2025.

ASIIN, the Accreditation Agency for Degree Programs in Engineering, Informatics, Natural Sciences, and Mathematics based in Germany, involves student representatives as part of its expert panels. Fadilla's selection is a testament to the academic caliber and international readiness of UIN Sunan Kalijaga’s students.

As part of the expert panel, Fadilla contributed directly to the evaluation of Biology and Chemistry programs at UIN Malang. She offered key insights from a student perspective, especially regarding academic processes, support systems, and institutional quality. Her role underscores the growing recognition of student voices in shaping higher education quality assurance on an international scale.

According to ASIIN’s standards, student panelists must meet several criteria: they must be actively enrolled in a relevant academic program, demonstrate critical thinking about their educational experiences, show steady academic progress, and be familiar with both undergraduate and postgraduate systems. Fadilla fulfilled all these requirements, reflecting the robust academic and personal development fostered at UIN Sunan Kalijaga.

Throughout the visit, Fadilla collaborated with an esteemed team of international experts, including Prof. Dr. Wolfgang Nellen from Universität Kassel (Germany), Prof. Dr. Carla Vogt from Technische Universität Bergakademie Freiberg (Germany), and Sujatmoko, a representative from PT ROCHE Indonesia. The process was coordinated by Dr. Emeline Jerez, Project Manager at ASIIN.

Reflecting on her experience, Fadilla remarked, “Being selected as a student representative for an international accreditation body like ASIIN was deeply enriching. I gained valuable insight into how quality assurance works globally and how students can actively contribute to shaping educational standards. The exchange of perspectives between European and Indonesian contexts was especially meaningful.”

This participation not only highlights Fadilla’s achievement but also showcases UIN Sunan Kalijaga’s institutional readiness and international engagement. As a university committed to excellence and global relevance, UIN Sunan Kalijaga encourages its students to be at the forefront of transformative educational initiatives.

The university hopes this milestone will inspire more students to engage in quality assurance, policy discourse, and leadership roles that extend beyond national boundaries. UIN Sunan Kalijaga reaffirms its role not only as a center of Islamic higher learning but also as an active player in the global academic community.