Konflik Dosen Rektor ITB, Mahasiswa Jadi Korban

Summary

The video details a significant conflict at the School of Business and Management (SBM) at the Institute of Technology Bandung (ITB), sparked by the rector's abrupt revocation of faculty voting rights. This action halted all academic activities, leaving students to rely on ineffective independent study. Students express feelings of being disadvantaged and missing out on crucial educational experiences. The rectorate assures a return to normal operations while facing parental demands for swift resolution and threats of legal action. Financial mismanagement, highlighted by an audit, underpins the administrative decisions, reflecting deeper governance issues within the institution.

Takeaways

• 📚 The learning activities at the School of Business and Management (SBM) ITB were suspended due to a conflict between faculty and the ITB rector.
• ⚖️ The conflict arose after the rector revoked management rights without prior notice or agreement from the relevant parties.
• 📅 Since March 8, 2022, students have been forced to learn independently as in-person and online classes were halted.
• 😞 Students feel disadvantaged by the lack of effective communication and support from faculty during the independent learning process.
• ⚡ Faculty members have demanded a return to self-management and a review of the rector's new regulations.
• 🔒 The suspension of classes has led to a halt in accepting new students until the situation normalizes.
• 🗣️ Parents of students have urged for a resolution within five working days, threatening legal action if the issue is not addressed.
• 📰 The ITB rectorate has promised to take strict action against any parties denying academic services and has opened complaint channels for students.
• 📈 The rectorate's decisions were influenced by an audit that revealed financial management issues at SBM ITB.
• 💬 As of March 11, 2022, the rectorate has not publicly commented on the ongoing dispute, but they stated that new student admissions are under their authority.

Q & A

What is the main issue discussed in the transcript?

The main issue is the suspension of classes at the School of Business and Management (SBM) at ITB due to a conflict between the faculty forum and the ITB rector, which has negatively impacted students.

When did the suspension of classes begin?

The suspension of classes began on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.

What reasons did the faculty forum provide for halting classes?

The faculty forum halted classes due to the rector's unilateral decision to revoke the management rights of SBM ITB established in 2003, which was done without prior notice or agreement from concerned parties.

How has the suspension of classes affected students?

Students have been forced to study independently, which many feel is ineffective and inadequate, leading to a sense of being disadvantaged in their learning.

What are students like Semi Oktavio Ibrahim and Zikra Fahrizi expressing about the situation?

Both students expressed frustration over the disruption of their education due to the conflict, stating that they feel they are missing out on essential learning experiences.

What demands have been made by the faculty forum?

The faculty forum is demanding the restoration of their management rights and a review of the new regulations imposed by the rector.

What are the implications if the situation remains unresolved?

If unresolved within five working days, parents of students have threatened to escalate the matter legally.

How is the ITB rectorate responding to the situation?

The ITB rectorate has stated they will take firm action against those who refuse to provide academic services and has opened a channel for student complaints regarding their educational rights.

What was mentioned about the management of SBM ITB in the press release from the rectorate?

The press release indicated that the management of finances at SBM ITB was found to be inconsistent with statutory requirements, leading to the rector's decisions.

What did the press release on March 10, 2022, say regarding new student admissions?

The press release stated that the admission of new students at SBM ITB is under the control of the ITB rectorate and that operations would continue normally.