Banda Aceh — The Department of Biology, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA), Universitas Syiah Kuala (USK), successfully conducted a Workshop on Accelerating Biology Students’ Study Completion on Wednesday, April 15, 2026. The event took place at the Mini Theater Room, FMIPA USK, from 08:00 to 16:00 WIB.
The workshop featured distinguished speakers from the Department of Biology, namely Fauziah, S.Si., M.Si., Yekki Yasmin, S.Si., M.Si., Iqbar, S.Si., M.Sc., Dr. Yulia Sari Ismail, S.Si., M.Si., Dr. Amalia, S.Si., M.Si., and Dr. Rosnizar, S.Si., M.Sc., who shared their expertise and experiences in guiding students toward timely graduation.
This activity aimed to provide students with comprehensive insights into effective strategies for accelerating their study completion, including academic planning, time management, and optimization of thesis preparation. In addition, the workshop served as an interactive platform for identifying and discussing common challenges faced by students during their academic journey.
During the sessions, the speakers emphasized the importance of proactive academic planning, early preparation of research proposals, and maintaining consistent communication with academic and thesis supervisors. Practical guidance was also provided on data management, research execution, and efficient thesis writing.
Participants showed strong enthusiasm throughout the event, actively engaging in discussions and taking advantage of the opportunity to consult directly with lecturers regarding their academic concerns, particularly those related to final project completion.
As part of its commitment to sustainability and environmental awareness, participants were encouraged to bring their own tumblers during the event.
Through this workshop, the Department of Biology FMIPA USK expects to improve the rate of on-time graduation and to produce graduates who are not only academically competent but also well-prepared to face challenges in both professional and academic environments.
This initiative reflects the department’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the quality of higher education and supporting the achievement of key performance indicators within the study program.
