Surabaya, October 12, 2025 — The Aquaculture Student Association (HIMAKUA) of Universitas Airlangga successfully conducted an online Comparative Study with the Oceanography Student Association (HMO) “TRITON” of Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB). This initiative, organized by the External Relations Department of HIMAKUA UNAIR, aimed to expand academic and organizational networks, share management insights, and foster stronger synergy among students in the fields of fisheries and marine sciences.
The event was held virtually through the Zoom Meeting platform, starting at 10:00 AM (WIB). The session opened with welcoming remarks from the chairpersons of both student associations, emphasizing the importance of collaboration and collective growth among student organizations in Indonesia’s marine science community. Both HIMAKUA UNAIR and HMO TRITON ITB presented their organizational profiles, structural divisions, and flagship programs, highlighting innovative approaches in leadership, research, and student development.
During the presentation session, HIMAKUA UNAIR shared its experiences in community service programs, aquaculture entrepreneurship initiatives, and leadership development strategies. One of its newest innovations, the Executive School Program, was introduced — a 2025 initiative designed for first-year students to help them understand the structure, function, and culture of the student association. This program aims to prepare students to become future leaders through hands-on learning and organizational exposure. Meanwhile, HMO TRITON ITB showcased various initiatives related to oceanographic research, data analysis development, and interdisciplinary collaboration among marine science students.
Following the presentations, participants engaged in a Focus Group Discussion (FGD), divided into breakout rooms by department. Each group focused on specific areas such as student resource development, external affairs, research and innovation, and entrepreneurship. The FGD allowed participants to discuss shared challenges, exchange ideas, and identify opportunities for joint projects. The atmosphere was interactive and collaborative, with participants actively contributing their perspectives and experiences.
As an outcome of the event, both organizations agreed on several follow-up plans — including the exchange of program information, joint marine research collaborations, and the establishment of an inter-university communication network among aquaculture and oceanography students. The session concluded on a positive note, marked by enthusiasm and commitment from both delegations to maintain continuous academic and organizational engagement.
Through this comparative study, HIMAKUA UNAIR hopes to strengthen its network and foster sustainable collaboration with HMO TRITON ITB. The activity not only broadened participants’ perspectives on student leadership and academic collaboration but also became a stepping stone toward creating an innovative, adaptive, and sustainable partnership between aquaculture and oceanography student communities. In the future, HIMAKUA UNAIR plans to conduct similar comparative studies offline to further deepen inter-organizational relations and learning experiences.
