NERS NEWS – Saturday, April 25, 2026 – The Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, held a series of events to celebrate its 27th Anniversary (Dies Natalis) at Campus C UNAIR on Saturday (25/4). The event was attended by the academic community, representatives from health-related faculties, and the general public as a form of celebration while also strengthening togetherness and promoting awareness of a healthy lifestyle.
The event opened with remarks from the Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, Prof. Dr. Hj. Yuni Sufyanti Arief, S.Kp., M.Kes., and the Rector of Universitas Airlangga, Prof. Dr. Muhammad Madyan, S.E., M.Si., M.Fin. In their speeches, they expressed hopes for the Faculty of Nursing to continue growing into an excellent and adaptive institution that contributes significantly to education, research, and community service. The event was also expected to strengthen cross-faculty collaboration and foster closer relationships between the academic community and the wider public.
The series of activities began with a morning group exercise session enthusiastically participated in by all attendees, followed by a fun walk around Campus C with a one-lap route. These activities aimed not only to maintain physical fitness but also to enhance social interaction in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. After the physical activities, participants received coupons for meal distribution and door prize raffles.
The Faculty of Nursing also provided free meals with a variety of menu options for both the academic community and the general public. The atmosphere became even more lively with musical entertainment accompanying the event, allowing participants to enjoy the moment while interacting with one another. The program continued with a door prize draw featuring various attractive prizes, such as shopping vouchers, bicycles, fans, washing machines, and microwaves. The event was also supported by a sponsor, Bank Syariah Indonesia, which contributed to the festivity of the celebration.
This event was not only a celebration of the Faculty’s anniversary but also reflected the commitment of the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, to creating a healthy, active, and inclusive campus environment. This aligns with the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being), by promoting healthy lifestyles and enhancing the physical and mental well-being of the academic community and society.
Through this 27th Anniversary celebration, the Faculty of Nursing, Universitas Airlangga, is expected to continue fostering a spirit of togetherness, strengthening a sense of belonging to the institution, and encouraging active participation from all elements of the campus. Moreover, this event is hoped to serve as a momentum to create a harmonious, productive, and competitive academic environment, while also reinforcing the faculty’s positive image as an institution that excels not only academically but also cares deeply about health, well-being, and community togetherness.
Author: Fadilatul Azzahra
Editor: Raffa Nadiya Primatiana (Airlangga Nursing Journalist)
