The strengthening of integrity stands as the primary foundation for realizing accountable and sustainable university governance. Guided by this conviction, UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta welcomed the Inspector General of the Ministry of Religious Affairs of the Republic of Indonesia, Dr. Khairunnas, to deliver a capacity building session for university leaders and staff on Thursday (2/7/2026), at the Meeting Room on the 2nd Floor of the PAU Building on campus.

The event was attended by UIN Sunan Kalijaga Rector Prof. Noorhaidi Hasan, together with the Vice Rectors, Deans, Vice Deans for General Administration, Planning and Finance, Heads of UPTs, the Head of the Internal Supervisory Unit (SPI), Section Heads, Work Team Chairs, and other relevant parties.

In his opening remarks, Rector Prof. Noorhaidi Hasan affirmed that strengthening governance is a commitment that UIN Sunan Kalijaga has continued to build upon alongside the academic achievements and institutional developments realized in recent years. Good governance, he argued, can only be achieved when every aspect of university operations is grounded in integrity, transparency, and regulatory compliance.

The Rector also explained that these principles serve as the foundation for various strategic university policies, including the admissions process currently underway for the Medical Study Program.

“We ensure that the entire student admissions process runs in accordance with established requirements, upholding integrity and transparency. We want to ensure that every student is admitted through the correct mechanisms, so that no problems arise in the future, including when they proceed to professional education,” he said.

Prof. Noorhaidi added that the continuously evolving regulatory landscape demands that universities consistently update their understanding of applicable provisions. The development session with the Inspectorate General therefore serves as an important learning space, ensuring that all institutional policies and actions remain within the corridor of clean and accountable public governance.

In response, the Inspector General of the Ministry of Religious Affairs, Dr. Khairunnas, affirmed that human resource quality is the decisive factor in an institution's success. Integrity, he stressed, is not merely a slogan, it is the character that determines whether an organization advances or declines.

“Human resources are the key to an institution's progress. When human resources possess integrity, the institution's name is elevated. Conversely, when integrity is neglected, public trust collapses. The same applies to individuals. Integrity can carry a person to their highest achievement, while violations of integrity lead to their lowest point,” he affirmed.

He reminded those present that a culture of integrity must be embodied in daily conduct, through compliance with the various provisions governing public administration, encompassing work discipline, the fulfilment of obligations as a civil servant (ASN), and adherence to the prohibitions established in legislation. These regulations, he noted, are not merely administrative norms but instruments for maintaining accountability and preventing the abuse of authority in the delivery of public services.

The oath taken by civil servants, he emphasized, is not a mere administrative formality, it is a moral pledge made accountable not only to the state, but to God. Every official is therefore called to carry out their duties professionally, uphold honesty, avoid corruption and the abuse of authority, and view their work as both service to the community and an act of worship.

On the matter of integrity, he cited the strengthening of the Integrity Zone, which can only be realized when all human resources share an equal commitment to anti-corruption values. Every employee must therefore regard their work as a form of service and ensure that every right received is commensurate with the obligations fulfilled.

On the same occasion, the Inspector General also encouraged State Islamic higher education institutions to strengthen institutional self-reliance through the development of productive Public Service Agency (BLU) revenue streams that continue to benefit the academic community. He cited the optimization of various campus facilities, such as the ma'had (Islamic boarding unit), service centers, and supporting business units, as assets that contribute not only to institutional income but also to strengthening educational and student development services.

Through this development session, UIN Sunan Kalijaga reaffirms its commitment to continuously strengthening a culture of integrity as the foundation of higher education governance. Integrity is viewed not only as a prerequisite for good governance, but as the foremost asset in maintaining public trust, and in supporting the transformation of UIN Sunan Kalijaga into a university that is excellent, accountable, and globally competitive. (humassk)