Manado, April 9, 2026 - The Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Negeri Manado (UNIMA), has taken a concrete step in its institutional digital transformation agenda by organizing a Training on Department and Study Program Website Management on Thursday, April 9, 2026. This activity marks an important step toward building a modern, transparent, and competitive digital academic ecosystem within the Faculty of Engineering UNIMA.
Digitalization From Concept to Real Action
Amid the rapid pace of digital transformation, the presence of educational institutions in the digital space is no longer optional but a strategic necessity. In response, the Faculty of Engineering UNIMA, under the leadership of the Dean, Dr. Hendro Maxwell Sumual, S.T., M.Pd., M.Eng, initiated a structured training program for department and study program administrators to ensure that each official website can be managed independently, professionally, and sustainably.
The training was attended by department heads, secretaries, administrative staff, and website operators from all study programs within the Faculty of Engineering UNIMA. The sessions were conducted in an interactive environment with a focus on practical skills that can be directly applied.
Dean Emphasizes the Role of Websites as Digital Identity
In his opening remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering UNIMA, Dr. Hendro Maxwell Sumual, S.T., M.Pd., M.Eng, emphasized that digitalization is a strategic priority that cannot be delayed.
"We live in an era where information moves rapidly. The public, prospective students, industry partners, and even accreditation bodies will first evaluate us through what they find online. Department websites represent our identity in the digital world and must be managed seriously, consistently, and responsibly," he stated.
He also noted that this training is part of the Faculty’s digitalization roadmap, which will continue to be developed gradually and sustainably.
Head of PTIK Highlights Website as a Digital Showcase
The Head of the Information and Communication Technology Education (PTIK) Study Program, Dr. Arje Cerullo Djamen, S.T., M.T, also emphasized the importance of effective website management in today’s increasingly competitive academic environment.
"A department website is not merely an information platform. It is a digital showcase that presents our identity, quality, and achievements to a wider audience. Proper management creates greater opportunities to reach prospective students, partners, and external stakeholders," he explained.
He encouraged all department administrators to utilize websites as a primary medium for documenting and publishing academic activities, research outputs, and community service in a consistent and structured manner.
Training Materials Practical and Comprehensive
The training was designed with a hands-on approach, allowing participants to directly manage their respective department websites. The materials covered:
- Management of department profiles including vision, mission, organizational structure, and academic data
- News and announcement management with effective and engaging content writing techniques
- Uploading academic documents such as curriculum, class schedules, and academic guidelines
- Website interface optimization to ensure consistency, professionalism, and usability
- Gallery and activity documentation management as a digital portfolio
- Routine maintenance and structured content updates
Strategic Impact on Public Image and Accreditation
Effective website management contributes significantly to strengthening the public image of the Faculty of Engineering UNIMA. In addition, the completeness and activity of website content are important indicators in study program accreditation assessments. The Faculty is committed to making digitalization an integral part of its academic governance culture. As a follow-up, periodic mentoring sessions will be conducted to ensure that all department websites remain updated and optimized.
This training represents an initial step toward a broader digital transformation within the Faculty of Engineering UNIMA. With fast, accurate, and integrated information management, each department is expected to present itself as adaptive, modern, and trustworthy.
