Cyber and Information Ethics: Director of the International Office Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D, Leads as Seminar Moderator
Cirebon, July 17, 2025 — The International Office (IO) of UIN Siber Syekh Nurjati Cirebon (UIN SSC) marked an important step in its global engagement through the participation of its Director, Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D, as moderator in the international seminar titled “Cyber and Information Ethics: Navigating the Landscapes of Cyber Ethics and Information Strategies, and Policies in the Realm of Digital Libraries.” The event, held on Thursday, July 17, 2025, at the 8th-floor Auditorium of the Siber Building, brought togethis international and national speakers, including Amir Hussain Md Ishak (Chief Librarian of Asia e University Malaysia), Dr. Labibah (President of the Special Library Association (SLA) Asian Community), and Prof. Didin Nurul Rosyidin (Lecturer at UIN SSC).
Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D’s appointment as moderator was not without strong reason. With his academic background in international relations and an impressive record of global collaboration, he is widely recognized for his broad perspective and excellent communication skills. In various international forums, Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D has shown his strength in uniting different viewpoints, guiding complex discussions, and maintaining a clear and structured flow. “Cross-cultural dialogue requires sensitivity and a strong ethical framework,” he said at the start of the session, emphasizing how ethical grounding is essential in today’s digital transformation. His presence at the seminar represents the caliber of human capital developed within the IO at UIN SSC.
As moderator, Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D directed the discussions with composure and depth, encouraging an open yet focused exchange among the speakers. Topics such as cybersecurity ethics, digital policy frameworks, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in digital libraries were discussed intensively. Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D played a key role in simplifying complex concepts and ensuring accessibility for participants from various academic and professional backgrounds. His leadership kept the conversation anchored in the core theme, while also allowing diverse cultural insights to enrich the dialogue.
The seminar itself was a collaborative initiative by the West Java Chapter of the Forum Perpustakaan Perguruan Tinggi Indonesia (FPPTI) and the UIN SSC Library. It served as a platform for scholars and practitioners to address urgent challenges in the digital information landscape. The International Office’s involvement in such a space underlined its active role in promoting ethical and globally conscious academic dialogue. Through Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D’s role, IO demonstrated its strategic capacity not only in international partnerships but also in leading scholarly conversations on issues that transcend borders.
This engagement reinforces
IO's mission to position UINSSC as a forward-thinking institution committed to
ethical leadership and global academic collaboration. Lala Bumela Sudimantara,
Ph.D’s performance was not only a testament to his personal expertise but also
an inspiration for the university’s academic community, especially faculty and
students, to participate in the global exchange of ideas. His ability to merge
ethical reflection with international awareness sets a valuable example for
future leaders navigating the digital world.
For the International Office, this moment is more than a ceremonial achievement—it’s a confirmation of its strategic role in shaping the university’s global presence. The trust placed in Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D illustrates the academic integrity and leadership values upheld by IO. It also signals the increasing relevance of ethical discourse in international education, research, and digital policy development.
The International Office extends its deepest gratitude for the opportunity and trust given to its director. Lala Bumela Sudimantara, Ph.D’s contribution at the seminar affirms UINSSC’s intellectual and professional presence in the international arena. More importantly, it proves that the IO is not merely an administrative unit, but a dynamic driver of meaningful, high-impact internationalization at UINSSC.
Authors: Nok Dini Wulan Ramadani