Saturday, 11 July 2026
DELI SERDANG | INDATANEWS.COM - The Government of Deli Serdang Regency has officially welcomed 2,088 students from Universitas Negeri Medan (UNIMED) who will carry out their Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata/KKN) in 2026 across the region. The official reception was held on Monday, July 6, 2026, at the Deli Serdang Regency Government Square (Alun-Alun), marked by an atmosphere of enthusiasm and strong collaboration between the academic sector and local government.
Acting on behalf of Deli Serdang Regent Asri Ludin Tambunan, the Head of the Social Affairs and Human Resources (HR) Division, Hanip Fahri, formally welcomed the thousands of students. The local government expressed appreciation to UNIMED for its continued trust in selecting Deli Serdang as the implementation site for the KKN program.The KKN program will run for more than one month, from July 6, 2026, to August 15, 2026. The initiative is a core component of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, particularly in the area of community service, where academic knowledge is directly applied to meet the real needs of society.
The Deli Serdang Regency Government reaffirmed its full support for the implementation of the KKN program involving thousands of students. In a speech delivered on behalf of the Regent, Hanip Fahri emphasized that the presence of students is not merely an academic routine, but a tangible contribution to regional development.
The local administration views the students as a source of fresh energy capable of strengthening village-level development efforts. They are also expected to bring creative ideas, innovation, and practical solutions to various social challenges within the communities.
Together with UNIMED, the regency government has structured the placement of students across 51 villages in nine subdistricts to ensure an even distribution based on local needs.
In Percut Sei Tuan Subdistrict, 532 students will be assigned. Namo Rambe and Tanjung Morawa will each host 287 students. Batang Kuis will receive 246 students, while Beringin will be assigned 202 students.Meanwhile, Pancur Batu will host 164 students. Deli Tua and Patumbak will each accommodate 123 students, and Biru-Biru will receive 122 students. On average, around 40 to 41 students will be deployed per village to implement various community development programs.
Hanip Fahri further emphasized that the Deli Serdang Government remains committed to promoting sustainable, healthy, and progressive development. One key approach is strengthening collaboration with universities as strategic partners in regional development.
The synergy between government and academia is seen as a crucial driver of innovation and accelerated community-based development. KKN students are expected to contribute in areas such as education, health, economic empowerment, and social strengthening.Students were also urged to actively engage with local communities, respect local traditions and cultural values, and maintain a humble attitude throughout their stay.
"Be agents of change who bring simple yet impactful ideas in line with community needs. The success of KKN is not measured by the number of programs implemented, but by the real benefits felt by the people," he stressed.
From the university side, the presence of UNIMED's Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM) Secretary, Tansa Trisna Astono Putri, along with deans and field supervisors, demonstrated strong institutional commitment to the 2026 KKN program.
Representatives from the FMIPA and FIP faculties, along with lecturers, subdistrict heads (camat), village heads, and other invited guests, also attended the event. This highlights the strong institutional collaboration in implementing the program.The university emphasized that KKN is not only an academic requirement but also a tool for character building. It aims to translate theoretical knowledge into real social contexts while fostering social sensitivity among students.
The implementation of KKN in Deli Serdang once again stands as evidence of the strong and productive collaboration between local government and higher education institutions in promoting community-based development through cooperation, innovation, and engagement. (IDNC)REPORTER: Edi Saputra | EDITOR: Fik Sagala
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