Semarang (10/24) On October 19, 2024, HMPS Library Science (ILPUS) Diponegoro University (Undip) held a comparative study activity with the Library Science Study Program Student Association (HMPIP) Faculty of Administrative Sciences, Universitas Brawijaya (FIA UB). This activity aims to exchange knowledge, experiences, and strengthen the relationship between the two student organizations in order to strengthen networks and innovation through collaboration.

The comparative study with the theme “Building Collaborative Synergies to Strengthen Networks and Innovation Through Inter-Association Cooperation” began with remarks from the chief executive of the Undip HMPS ILPUS comparative study and the chief executive of Sambang Dulur from HMPIP FIA UB. Both remarks were an expression of respect and gratitude for the presence of the comparative study participants.

After that, the event continued with remarks from the Chairperson of HMPIP FIA UB, Chairperson of HMPS ILPUS Undip, and representatives of the supervisors of the two organizations. In their remarks, the importance of this activity was conveyed as an initial step to strengthen the synergy between the two student associations, especially in organizational development.

After that, the event continued with remarks from the Chairperson of HMPIP FIA UB, Chairperson of HMPS ILPUS Undip, and representatives of the supervisors of the two organizations. In their remarks, the importance of this activity was conveyed as an initial step to strengthen the synergy between the two student associations, especially in organizational development.

The next session was a grand design presentation by the chairman and vice chairman of the two associations. In this session, they explained the strategic plan and vision of each organization going forward. This activity was then followed by an interactive discussion involving all members of HMPIP FIA UB and HMPS ILPUS Undip. Both sets shared information about work programs, how they are implemented, challenges faced, and solutions applied to overcome obstacles in their organizations.

As a closing activity, a plaque was handed over between HMPS ILPUS Undip and HMPIP FIA UB as a symbol of cooperation that is expected to continue in the future.

This comparative study activity is expected to be a starting point to strengthen cooperation between the two student organizations, expand the network, and strengthen the relationship between library science students. With this synergy, new innovations are expected to be born that can support academic development and professionalism in the field of library and information.