Sukoharjo, August 8, 2024 – Students from Universitas Sugeng Hartono (USH) have once again made their mark on the international stage by participating in the 4th Online Workshop on SDGs organized by Kwansei Gakuin University, Japan. Held on August 7–8, 2024, the workshop brought together university students from various countries, including Japan, Indonesia, and Malaysia, to discuss sustainable solutions aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
A Diverse Team Representing USH
The USH delegation comprised six students from diverse academic backgrounds:
From the Nutrition Department: Bella Putri Nuradilla and Friska Oktaviani
From the Digital Business Department: Kevin Dwi Kumara Siri Manggalo and Marco Valentino Sugiarto
From the Computer Science Department: Brieva Ommr and Muhammad Luqman Al-Hakim
Highlighting Indonesia’s Herbal Wisdom Through “Jamu”
The USH team presented a compelling theme titled:
“Revitalizing Traditional Heritage: The Role of Jamu in Biodiversity and Health Solutions.”
They selected this theme due to its strong alignment with several key SDGs:
- Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3)
- Sustainable Agriculture (SDGs 2 & 12)
- Cultural Preservation and Education (SDGs 4 & 11)
- Economic Growth and Employment (SDG 8)
Moreover, Jamu, a traditional Indonesian herbal medicine, is a cultural hallmark of Sukoharjo, famously known as the City of Jamu and home to the pioneers of Jamu Gendong.
During their presentation, the students explored the history of Jamu, its connection to biodiversity, various herbal plants used in its formulation, and popular Jamu types. They also discussed how Jamu can contribute to achieving the SDGs through innovation, youth involvement, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and educational initiatives.
Workshop Joined by Leading Universities
This international workshop also featured student representatives from several leading Indonesian universities, including:
- Universitas Diponegoro
- Universitas Padjadjaran
- Universitas Udayana
- Universitas Mulawarman
- Universitas Jenderal Soedirman
Participants attended the sessions online via Zoom, following Japan Standard Time.
Promoting Cultural Innovation on a Global Stage
USH’s participation in the event demonstrated the university’s commitment to supporting global SDG initiatives while promoting Indonesia’s rich cultural heritage. By actively engaging in international forums, USH continues to position itself as a trailblazer in cultural-based innovation and sustainability education.
This initiative also reflects USH’s broader mission—not only to nurture academic excellence—but to empower young people to tackle global challenges through cultural preservation and sustainable development. Moving forward, USH remains committed to encouraging students to take part in impactful global initiatives and to elevate Jamu as a modern-day solution for public health and wellness.
