The Physics Education Study Program at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP), University of Mataram, recently celebrated its 28th anniversary, marking a moment of gratitude for its long journey and continued contributions to the field of education. The series of events reflected a spirit of collaboration, creativity, and innovation, while also serving as a time for reflection—reinforcing the strategic role of Physics Education in shaping future educators who are excellent and adaptable in the 21st century. The celebration involved not only students and faculty members, but also alumni and institutional partners, strengthening a shared commitment to building a better future for education.
The anniversary celebration began with a community fun walk, enthusiastically participated in by the entire academic community of the Physics Education Study Program, including lecturers, students, staff, and several alumni. The event followed a planned route around the campus, carried out in a cheerful, family-like atmosphere. Beyond promoting health and wellness, the fun walk served to strengthen bonds among program members, foster a spirit of sportsmanship, and nurture a shared sense of belonging to the study program. The excitement peaked with the distribution of door prizes at the end of the walk, adding to the joy of the participants.
Following the fun walk, the official opening ceremony of the anniversary celebration was held in the courtyard of FKIP University of Mataram. The event was formally opened by the Dean of FKIP, Drs. Lalu Zulkifli, M.Si., Ph.D., who, in his remarks, expressed his appreciation for the unity and enthusiasm shown by the Physics Education community in organizing such a positive and meaningful event.
As part of the academic festivities, students of the Physics Education Program held an exhibition of physics practicum tools, showcasing a variety of innovative projects from courses such as Nuclear Physics, Experimental Physics, and undergraduate thesis projects. The exhibition offered a platform to appreciate students’ creativity and skills in designing and building practical tools and instruments that support physics learning. A wide range of items were displayed, including mini reactor models, force and motion experiment devices, and digital sensor-based prototypes—all presented and explained directly by the students who created them. The event not only provided space for students to showcase their work, but also served as inspiration for younger students to develop their own scientific projects and practical educational technologies in the field of physics education.
