Mataram, April 8, 2026: Demonstrating its unwavering commitment to becoming a leading center of Hindu higher education in Indonesia, IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram officially launched the Mentoring Program for the establishment of its Doctoral Program (S3) in Hindu Communication Studies. The prestigious event was held on Wednesday, April 8, 2026, in the 2nd Floor Meeting Room of the Rectorate Building, in a vibrant and intellectually engaging atmosphere.
The event was attended by key officials within IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram, the Proposal Drafting Team for the Doctoral Program, the Academic Acceleration Team, as well as all Professors (Guru Besar) of the institution, highlighting the collective commitment of the academic community to elevate the university’s scholarly standing. The presence of distinguished mentors further reinforced the significance of the occasion: Dr. Rini Darmastuti, S.Sos., M.Si. from Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana, Salatiga, and Prof. Anang Sujoko, S.Sos., M.Si., D.COMM from Universitas Brawijaya.
In his welcoming remarks, the Rector of IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram warmly expressed his appreciation for the mentors’ presence and invaluable contribution to the curriculum alignment process. He emphasized that the establishment of the Doctoral Program in Hindu Communication Studies is a visionary step toward positioning the university as a center of excellence in integrating communication science with Hindu values. The Rector also conveyed his strong hope that this program will produce globally competitive scholars, thought leaders, and researchers who are not only intellectually outstanding but also spiritually grounded and socially impactful.
In their remarks, the mentors highlighted the exceptional potential of the proposed program. They noted that the rarity of a Doctoral Program in Hindu Communication Studies offers a high market value and strong academic appeal. Moreover, the availability of a complete academic pathway, from undergraduate (S1), master’s (S2), to doctoral (S3) levels, demonstrates IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram’s institutional maturity and readiness to lead in this field. They encouraged the university to consistently embrace local genius as a defining strength of the program, while ensuring that the curriculum remains adaptive to contemporary global communication trends.
The event unfolded smoothly, marked by a conducive, collaborative, and forward-looking academic environment. The program continued with a comprehensive curriculum presentation by the Director of Postgraduate Studies, Prof. Dr. I Wayan Ardhi Wirawan, S.Pd., S.Ag., M.Si, moderated by the Head of the Quality Assurance Unit (LPM), Mrs. Dr. Nengah Sukendri, S.E., M.Pd.H. The session was enriched with insightful feedback, strategic recommendations, and an interactive discussion led by the mentors as keynote resource persons.
Overall, the mentoring program ran successfully, reflecting the synergy and shared vision among all stakeholders. This milestone further solidifies IAHN Gde Pudja Mataram’s position as a progressive, innovative, and trusted institution for Hindu higher education, ready to shape future scholars who can navigate global challenges while upholding the richness of Hindu wisdom.
(by: DKS)
