UIN Public Relations – Ma’had Al-Jami’ah at UIN Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten held a webinar to provide guidance to students who are recipients of the Indonesia Smart College Card (KIP-K) and reside at partner Islamic boarding schools on Saturday, September 26, 2026. The event, which took place online via Zoom Meeting, featured the Vice Rector III for Student Affairs, Alumni, and Cooperation at UIN Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin Banten, Dr. Dedi Sunardi, M.H., as the guest speaker.
The webinar was part of Ma’had Al-Jami’ah’s efforts to strengthen ongoing guidance for KIP-K students so they can balance their roles as both students and santri.
In his presentation, Dedi emphasized the importance of balancing academic achievement with the development of Islamic character. KIP-K students are required to maintain a GPA above 3.25, be active in research and the Student Creativity Program (PKM), and serve as role models in etiquette, memorization, and religious understanding.
The mentoring program is structured around four pillars: Islamic studies and pesantren life, academic achievement, character and soft skills, and administration and national awareness. The Islamic studies pillar covers Quran recitation and memorization, the jurisprudence of worship, ethics, and religious moderation. Meanwhile, the academic aspect covers time management, study strategies, academic writing, and preparation for the TOEFL and TOAFL exams.
In terms of character development, students are equipped with leadership, public speaking, and problem-solving skills. The administrative and civic aspects include administrative compliance, financial literacy, and the reinforcement of Pancasila values.
Dedi also explained that the mentoring program is conducted in stages through daily halaqah and ta’lim sessions, weekly mentoring sessions, monthly workshops and seminars, and evaluations at the end of each semester. The evaluations cover the Academic Transcript (KHS), ma’had report cards, academic performance, compliance, and the transparency of the mentoring process.
“KIP-K students are being prepared to become future leaders who are globally competitive and who will also serve as ambassadors for their religion and country,” he said.
Meanwhile, in his remarks, the Deputy Head of Ma’had Al-Jami’ah, Ahmad Muchlishon, reminded the audience that the KIP-K is not a free gift, but rather a covenant of trust between the recipient students, the state, and Allah. The funds supporting the education of KIP-K students come from the hard work of the Indonesian people: farmers in remote rice fields, fishermen in the middle of the ocean, and small vendors in traditional markets.
“Therefore, the best way to show gratitude for this trust is not by becoming complacent, but by demonstrating intellectual excellence and moral integrity,” he emphasized.
He added that placing students at partner Islamic boarding schools is part of UIN Banten’s effort to produce graduates who excel academically while also possessing spiritual depth and moral integrity. On that basis, students are encouraged to undergo their training with discipline and steadfastness, uphold the good name of their alma mater and the Islamic boarding school, and use the knowledge they gain as a foundation to benefit their families, the Muslim community, and the nation.