Garut, West Java – The Department of Biochemistry IPB University held a Capacity Building event for lecturers and education staff on 26-28 July 2024 in Garut, West Java. With the theme “Togetherness of Lecturers and Education Staff for the Improvement of Biochemistry Department,” this event aims to strengthen internal ties and improve capabilities in preparing for the new academic year. This activity was attended by staff of the Biochemistry Department, who participated in various workshop sessions and outbound activities.
The new academic year preparation workshop is a forum for lecturers and education staff to work together in designing a more effective and innovative curriculum, teaching methods, and evaluation strategies. This session was led by the Head of the Biochemistry Department IPB University, Dr. Mega Safithri, who emphasized the importance of togetherness and good cooperation between lecturers and education staff of the Biochemistry Department IPB University. This session was continued by Dr. Dimas Andrianto and Ukhradiya M. Safira P, M.Si with a discussion related to the development and implementation of the Joint Degree program of the Biochemistry Department IPB X College of Medicine, Chang Gung University.
On the last day, outbound activities were held to strengthen bonding and teamwork among participants. Through various games and group activities in Kampung Sampirieun – Garut. In addition, there are several signature places of Garut that have been visited in order to learn about the region and culture of Garut, such as Antapura De Jati Garut and Sukaregang, known for its traditional Garut leather crafts. Lecturers and education staff can get to know each other better and build a strong sense of togetherness. Beside that, The event was closed with a reflection and joint commitment to continue to contribute to advancing biochemistry at IPB University, making this activity an effective platform for synergy and innovation in the future.