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UNM Hosts Volleyball Match to Celebrate Indonesian Independence

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Universitas Nusa Mandiri (UNM) hosted a volleyball match, "Voliklinik," for staff and interns from LLDIKTI Wilayah III Jakarta to celebrate Indonesia's 81st Independence Day.
  • The event, held at UNM's Sport Center, aimed to foster camaraderie and strengthen the relationship between LLDIKTI and its affiliated higher education institutions.
  • UNM's Rector emphasized the importance of sports in building unity and positive energy, viewing the event as a way to translate the spirit of independence into everyday activities like teamwork and sportsmanship.

Universitas Nusa Mandiri (UNM) warmly welcomed the Higher Education Service Institution (LLDIKTI) Wilayah III Jakarta for a friendly volleyball match dubbed "Voliklinik." The event, held on August 13, 2026, at UNM's Sport Center, was organized as part of the celebrations for Indonesia's 81st Independence Day.

The competition saw participation from both LLDIKTI Wilayah III Jakarta staff and the interns under their supervision. UNM Rector Dwiza Riana expressed her appreciation for LLDIKTI's choice of UNM's facilities, highlighting the university's strong support for activities that promote unity and strengthen ties between educational bodies.

"We welcome LLDIKTI Wilayah III very well and warmly at Universitas Nusa Mandiri. Of course, we strongly support activities carried out to enliven the independence commemoration, because besides being a sports activity, such a momentum can also strengthen fellowship and togetherness," Riana stated in a press release.

We welcome LLDIKTI Wilayah III very well and warmly at Universitas Nusa Mandiri. Of course, we strongly support activities carried out to enliven the independence commemoration, because besides being a sports activity, such a momentum can also strengthen fellowship and togetherness.

โ€” Dwiza RianaThe Rector of Universitas Nusa Mandiri expressing her support for the event.

She added that the use of the Sport Center facilities demonstrates UNM's commitment to fostering positive interactions. Riana views sports as a simple yet effective medium for building solidarity, sportsmanship, and positive energy. The university hopes the event not only enlivens the independence celebrations but also reinforces the good relationship between LLDIKTI Wilayah III Jakarta and UNM.

The volleyball match proceeded in a festive atmosphere, with participants from LLDIKTI and the interns showing high enthusiasm. UNM, known as a Digital Business Campus, sees such collaborations as part of its commitment to building strong relationships within the higher education sector. The university aims to translate the spirit of independence into tangible actions like sports, cooperation, and maintaining sportsmanship, emphasizing that independence is celebrated through both ceremonies and everyday interactions.

We hope this activity can run smoothly, with full sportsmanship and joy. Hopefully, activities like this are not only part of the commemoration of the Indonesian Republic's Independence Day but also further strengthen the good relationship between LLDIKTI Wilayah III Jakarta and UNM.

โ€” Dwiza RianaThe Rector of Universitas Nusa Mandiri sharing her hopes for the event and future relations.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.