SOUTH TANGERANG, October 7, 2026 – The Student Association of the Development Economics Study Program (HMPS) of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University Jakarta, organized SEMAPRES, a work program consisting of three activities: Seminar and Education, a National Seminar, and SPARK Midterm Exam Preparation. The three activities were held on October 7, 14, and 18, 2026, targeting diverse participants, ranging from school students to university students.

The first activity, Seminar and Education, was held on Wednesday, October 7, at SKh-IT Yarfin Serpong, involving junior and senior high school students. The activity focused on fostering perseverance, strengthening self-confidence, and encouraging participants to pursue their dreams without allowing their limitations to become obstacles. The event featured an interactive seminar, student talent performances, games, and a Hope Tree session, which provided participants with an opportunity to share their dreams and aspirations for the future.

The second activity, the National Seminar as part of the Opening Economic Development Summit 4.0, was held on Wednesday, October 14, at the Theater Hall on the second floor of the old FEB building, Campus 1, Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University Jakarta. The seminar carried the theme “Beyond Boundaries: Building a Digital Economy Ecosystem and Strategic Policies to Enhance Youth Competitiveness in the Global Era.” It featured speakers, including a trainer and Head of SR12 University, as well as an analyst from Bank Indonesia’s Banten Provincial Office. The event was attended by approximately 50 participants from various academic programs and faculties and was open to the public. Through the speakers’ presentations, participants had the opportunity to broaden their understanding of digital economic developments and strategies for enhancing youth competitiveness in the global era.

The third activity, SPARK Midterm Exam Preparation, was held online on Sunday, October 18, via Microsoft Teams. The program targeted first-semester students of the 2026 cohort in the Development Economics Study Program, focusing on the Introduction to Microeconomics course. The learning materials were delivered through PowerPoint presentations covering basic theories, calculations, graphs, and practice questions. This activity served as a platform for students to review and strengthen their understanding of course materials in preparation for their Midterm Examinations.

Through these three activities, SEMAPRES represents HMPS Development Economics FEB UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta’s contribution to supporting personal development, broadening knowledge, and improving academic abilities. The program is expected to provide meaningful benefits to all participants while offering valuable experience for the organizing committee in conducting educational activities that positively impact both the community and the academic environment.(ep)