Civil Engineering Study Program UII Successfully Hosts Summer School GeoAdventures 2025 with Multinational Student Collaboration

The Civil Engineering Study Program of Universitas Islam Indonesia (UII) reaffirmed its commitment to globally oriented education by successfully organizing the Summer School GeoAdventures 2025: Discovering Geohazards and Mitigation Strategies, held from August 25 to 30, 2025. The program brought together students from various countries, including Indonesia, Malaysia, Pakistan, Iraq, Yemen, and Timor Leste, creating a dynamic academic environment and fostering meaningful international collaboration in the fields of geotechnical engineering and disaster mitigation.

Participants represented several prominent universities, including Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM), International Islamic University Malaysia (IIUM), UCSI University, Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta, Universitas Janabadra, Universitas Atma Jaya Yogyakarta, Institut Teknologi Kalimantan, and Universitas Islam Indonesia as the host institution.

Comprehensive Learning through Lectures, Field Practice, and Cultural Exchange

The program commenced with an opening ceremony followed by academic lectures at UII’s Integrated Research Center (IRC), focusing on earthquake hazards and mitigation strategies. Participants also engaged in hands-on field sessions involving Multichannel Analysis of Surface Waves (MASW) and microtremor measurements, providing practical experience in seismic risk assessment techniques.

Field exploration was a major highlight of the program. On the second day, participants joined the Adventure Trip Session, visiting key geological and volcanic sites around Mount Merapi, including the Merapi Volcano Museum, Kaliurang Viewpoint, Bakalan Volcanic Park, and Kadisoka Temple. These visits offered valuable insights into active geological environments and disaster risk management practices in volcanic regions.

The following day, participants visited the Huntap (permanent resettlement area) in Magelang, a post-eruption residential area that illustrates community recovery and disaster adaptation. The activities continued with an EduRafting session along the Elo River, designed to strengthen teamwork, resilience, and understanding of river-based disaster mitigation.

On the fourth day, participants took part in an earthquake-resistant building model competition, allowing them to apply structural engineering concepts creatively. The day concluded with a Cultural Day at JSP Farm, where participants engaged in agricultural education and traditional games, promoting cultural appreciation, sustainability awareness, and intercultural bonding.

The program concluded with group project presentations, followed by a closing ceremony and a group photo session, marking the successful completion of the Summer School GeoAdventures 2025.

Strengthening International Collaboration and Disaster Education

Throughout the program, participants gained valuable technical knowledge, hands-on field experience, and international exposure, while also building friendships and intercultural understanding. The GeoAdventures 2025 Summer School reflects the Civil Engineering Study Program UII’s ongoing commitment to experiential learning, international collaboration, and disaster education to prepare future civil engineering professionals. The Civil Engineering Study Program of Universitas Islam Indonesia extends its sincere appreciation to all partner universities, speakers, facilitators, and participants for their active contributions and support in making this program a success.