Teuku Umar University (UTU) has officially strengthened its strategic steps in institutional development through a formal collaboration with the Aceh Regional Police (Polda). This synergy aims to expand the reach of education, research, and community service in the Aceh region.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by UTU Rector, Prof. Dr. Ishak Hasan, M.Si., and the Aceh Police Chief, Inspector General Drs. Marzuki Ali Basyah, M.M., at the Aceh Police Headquarters on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
As a continuously developing educational institution, UTU views the Indonesian National Police (Polri) as a strategic partner in producing human resources who are not only academically intelligent but also resilient in facing real-world challenges. This collaboration includes the exchange of data and information for academic purposes, the implementation of education, research, and community service, the implementation of impactful campus programs, and improving the quality of human resources.
The Rector of UTU, Prof. Ishak Hasan, emphasized that this collaboration is a crucial step to enable the university to make more tangible and applicable contributions.
"We believe that the academic world cannot stand alone. This collaboration with the Aceh Regional Police is a concrete manifestation of UTU's commitment to implementing the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, which has a direct impact on regional progress. We want every research and innovation born on campus to become a practical solution to the challenges faced by the community and the police," said Prof. Ishak Hasan.
Welcoming Academic Support
Aceh Regional Police Chief, Inspector General of Police Drs. Marzuki Ali Basyah, M.M., welcomed this initiative. He stated that support from academics is crucial for the National Police in facing the increasingly complex dynamics of the times. The Aceh Regional Police are committed to facilitating research and training programs initiated by UTU for the advancement of a safer and more prosperous Aceh.
At the ceremony, the UTU Rector was accompanied by the Vice Rector for Academic Affairs and Cooperation, Dr. Ir. M. Aman Yaman, M.Agric.Sc.; the Head of the AKK Bureau, Rinaldi Iswan, ST., M.Sc.; the Head of the Library UPA, Yuhdi Fahrimal, S.I.Kom., M.I.Kom.; the Head of the Cooperation Team, Mahdalena, SE.; and the staff member of the Reasoning, Student Welfare, and Alumni Division, Yuli Afriani, SE. Meanwhile, the Aceh Police Chief was accompanied by the Head of Operations, Senior Commissioner Heri Heriyandi, S.I.K.; and the Head of Human Resources, Senior Commissioner Ricky Purnama Kertapati, S.I.K., M.Si.
This meeting is expected to be a starting point for the birth of various innovations that combine intellectual intelligence and practical experience in the field.[]
