2.2.1 Bottom financial quintile admission target
Universitas Islam Sultan Agung (UNISSULA) is committed to supporting the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal 2 (SDG 2): Zero Hunger through the implementation of sustainable food management practices on campus. One of the university’s initiatives is the Campus Food Waste Tracking Program, which focuses on measuring, monitoring, and managing food waste generated from campus food consumption activities.
This initiative represents UNISSULA’s commitment to developing a Sustainable Campus by reducing the environmental impact of food waste and promoting responsible food consumption among the university community.
Through its campus environmental management policies, UNISSULA encourages food service providers, including campus canteens, to implement food waste separation, recording, and proper management practices.
Food Waste Measurement Implementation
UNISSULA monitors food waste generated from campus food service areas, particularly campus canteens and student dining facilities. The measurement process includes identifying food waste sources, separating organic and inorganic waste, and recording the amount of food waste generated.
The collected data is utilized to:
- identify the amount of food waste produced on campus;
- evaluate food consumption patterns;
- develop food waste reduction strategies;
- improve organic waste management practices.
Food waste measurement serves as an important component of UNISSULA’s effort to establish a more efficient and sustainable campus food system.
Organic Waste Management and Utilization
Universitas Islam Sultan Agung (UNISSULA) provides a Regular Admission Pathway with a 50% discount on the Institutional Development Fee (Dana Pengembangan Institusi/DPI) as part of its effort to improve affordability and widen access to higher education. This financial incentive is available to eligible prospective students who register through the regular admission scheme in accordance with the university’s admission policies and applicable terms and conditions.
The 50% DPI discount is designed to reduce the initial financial burden associated with university enrolment, particularly for families who may face constraints in meeting upfront education costs. By lowering a significant component of the admission fee, UNISSULA enables a broader range of prospective students to consider and access higher education opportunities.
This initiative complements UNISSULA’s broader financial support framework, including scholarships and other tuition assistance schemes. Through the provision of admission fee reductions under the regular pathway, UNISSULA demonstrates its commitment to creating a more inclusive and accessible admissions system while supporting students from diverse socioeconomic backgrounds.
Sustainable Food Consumption Awareness
UNISSULA recognizes that reducing food waste requires active participation from the entire university community. Therefore, the university continuously promotes awareness among students, lecturers, and staff regarding:
- responsible food consumption;
- reducing food leftovers;
- waste separation practices;
- environmental sustainability.
Through education and integrated waste management practices, UNISSULA continues to build a campus culture that supports sustainable food systems and environmental responsibility.
Continuous Improvement
The Campus Food Waste Tracking Program at UNISSULA continues to be improved through expanded monitoring coverage and stronger data management systems.
Future development includes:
- expanding food waste measurement across all campus food service areas;
- implementing digital food waste recording systems;
- developing a university food waste database;
- conducting regular evaluations of food waste reduction programs.
Through this initiative, UNISSULA demonstrates its commitment to advancing SDG 2 Zero Hunger by promoting sustainable food practices, reducing food waste, and creating a responsible and environmentally conscious campus community.