Did you know? - The era of Society 5.0 brings big changes in various aspects of life, including in the world of higher education. Students are no longer only required to excel in academics, but must also have an adaptive character, towards technological developments, social changes, and global challenges.

Syarif Hidayatullah State Islamic University (UIN) Jakarta, provides an experience that goes beyond learning in the classroom. In the growing digital era, UIN Jakarta not only produces students with academic intelligence, but also forms characters that are able to compete at the global level.

In the midst of this change, how can the character of UIN Jakarta students adapt and excel in the current era of society? Agus Rifai, Ph.D., Head of UIN Jakarta Library, -based on observations, facts and phenomena that are currently developing, revealed 4 main characters that UIN Jakarta students must have in the era of society.

1. Intellectuals based on Islamic Values
   UIN Jakarta students are not only required to have broad academic insights, but also to be able to integrate Islamic values in every aspect of science. In the digital era, many challenges must be faced regarding the spread of inaccurate information or hoaxes. And secular thinking that can influence the way of thinking.
   
   For this reason, UIN Jakarta students must be able to become intellectuals who are critical, rational, and still adhere to Islamic values in analyzing every development of the times.

2. Adaptive to Technology Development
   Society 5.0 places technology as an integral part of life. Students who are unable to adapt to technological developments will be left behind in various aspects, both academic and professional.
   
   Therefore, UIN Jakarta students must be able to utilize artificial intelligence (AI), big data, and internet of things (IoT) to support research and learning innovation. In addition, digital literacy is a must in order to select valid information and develop expertise in technology-based fields..

3. Social Activist who Cares about Local and Global Issues
   In addition to academic excellence, UIN Jakarta students must also have a high spirit of activism. Competent and able to respond to phenomena such as the development of digital literacy, political issues, and human rights must be a concern.
   
   UIN Jakarta students are expected to be agents of social change who can contribute to society through social activities, advocacy, and justice movements. Involvement in student organizations, such as the Student Executive Council (DEMA), Student Senate (SEMA), Student Activity Unit (UKM) and other academic forums, can be the main capital to form a leadership spirit and sensitivity to contemporary issues.

4. Independent and Entrepreneurial
   Successful students in the current era are not only those who rely on diplomas, but those who are able to create opportunities. The development of the digital economy and technology-based businesses, provides a very broad opportunity to develop creative businesses, both in the field of Islamic economics, Sharia fintech and the halal industry. Trends like that, become the most potential sector to be worked on by UIN Jakarta students.

In the end, being a UIN Jakarta student in the era of Society 5.0 is not only about how to master technology, but also how to integrate Islamic values. By thinking critically, maintaining the balance of spirituality and technology, collaborating, and developing an entrepreneurial spirit, UIN Jakarta students can become agents of change who carry Islamic values in the progress of the times.

Let's be students who not only follow the flow, but are also able to shape the flow of civilization! *RMr

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