Indonesia
The Ministry of Social and Environmental Affairs of the Student Executive Board of the Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Brawijaya (BEM FCS UB), officially launched the continuation of the work program entitled “Trasheroes” with the theme “Small Acts, Big Impact” on Wednesday (5/7/2025). This program aims to raise student awareness of the importance of responsible plastic waste management and reduce the use of single-use plastics in everyday life.
The event was lively, opened by the MC from the Trasheroes committee, followed by remarks from the Chief Executive, Nasirudin Muklis, who conveyed the background of the activity.
“This activity is a form of concern for the campus environment that we love. Through Trasheroes, we want to invite students to become campus cleanliness heroes. Not only collecting waste, but raising awareness of the importance of maintaining a clean and healthy environment,” said Nasirudin.
The second speech was delivered by the Vice President of BEM FCS UB 2025, Naila Yahyun Fadhilah, who hopes that this activity will not only have an ecological impact but also provide direct benefits for students through the Tebu scholarship program, which is integrated with environmental social action.
The last speech came from Dr. Aji Setyanto, S.S., M.Litt., Vice Dean for Student Affairs, Alumni, and Student Entrepreneurship of FCS UB. Dr. Aji Setyanto appreciated the students’ initiative in organizing the Trasheroes program, which has a tangible environmental impact.
“Trasheroes is a big step towards positive changes in waste management and campus environmental awareness. I hope this activity can be sustainable and become an inspiration for other units within UB,” he said.
Dr. Aji Setyanto carried out a ribbon-cutting procession as a marker of the program’s start. This moment symbolizes the joint commitment of all campus elements to maintain a clean and sustainable environment.
The event was closed with a documentation session with the committee and participants as a form of appreciation and a reminder of the collective commitment to care for the campus environment.
The Trasheroes program is expected to be a one-time activity and a sustainable movement that spreads the spirit of a green campus at UB. [nm/ksd/dts/PR FCS]