MARITIMEPOSTS.COM – The appointment of Prof. Suharman Hamzah, S.T., M.T., Ph.D.Eng., HSE Cert. as Vice Rector for Partnership, Internationalization, and Alumni Affairs of Hasanuddin University (Unhas) marks another important milestone in his long career as an academic leader and institutional strategist.
A distinguished professor from the Department of Civil Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Hasanuddin University, Prof. Suharman has built a reputation not only as an accomplished engineering scholar but also as one of the architects behind Unhas’ institutional transformation over the past decade.
His latest appointment reflects the university’s confidence in his ability to strengthen global partnerships, expand international engagement, and deepen alumni relations in support of Unhas’ vision of becoming a world-class university.
From Civil Engineering to University Leadership
An alumnus of Civil Engineering, Hasanuddin University, Class of 1994, Prof. Suharman pursued advanced studies in engineering and later earned a Doctor of Engineering (Ph.D.Eng.), complemented by an HSE (Health, Safety, and Environment) Certification that reflects his expertise in engineering safety and sustainable infrastructure.
Throughout his academic career, he has combined teaching, research, and institutional leadership. Beyond supervising students and producing scientific work, he has consistently taken on strategic administrative responsibilities that contributed to the university’s long-term development.
A Trusted Institutional Leader
Before becoming Vice Rector, Prof. Suharman held several key leadership positions within Hasanuddin University.
He served as Director of Communications/Secretary to the Rector, where he played a central role in strengthening institutional communication and coordinating strategic initiatives under the university leadership.
In 2022, Rector Prof. Jamaluddin Jompa appointed him as Secretary of the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM), one of the university’s most strategic institutions responsible for coordinating research, innovation, and community engagement across all faculties.
His leadership continued to gain recognition when he was promoted to become Vice Rector for Partnership, Internationalization, and Alumni Affairs, a portfolio that carries responsibility for expanding global academic collaboration, strengthening industry engagement, and mobilizing Hasanuddin University’s vast alumni network.
Academic Excellence and International Perspective
As an engineering academic, Prof. Suharman has consistently emphasized that universities must become centers of innovation while remaining connected to industry and society.
His academic work has focused on engineering, infrastructure development, sustainability, and safety management, while his administrative experience has enabled him to bridge academic excellence with institutional governance.
His international academic background and extensive experience in university management position him well to advance Unhas’ global ambitions through stronger research partnerships, international student mobility, collaborative degree programs, and strategic alliances with universities and industries worldwide.
Becoming a Professor
Another significant milestone in Prof. Suharman’s academic journey came when he was formally inaugurated as a Professor alongside other distinguished scholars from the Faculty of Engineering.
The appointment recognized his sustained contributions to engineering education, scientific research, and academic leadership at Hasanuddin University.
His promotion to professor further reinforced his standing as one of the university’s leading engineering academics and highlighted his commitment to developing future generations of engineers through research-driven education.
Leading Unhas’ Global Engagement
As Vice Rector, Prof. Suharman is expected to play a pivotal role in expanding Hasanuddin University’s international footprint.
His responsibilities include strengthening partnerships with universities, governments, industries, and international organizations; increasing academic mobility for students and faculty members; enhancing collaborative research; and reinforcing engagement with thousands of Unhas alumni across Indonesia and abroad.
These priorities align closely with Hasanuddin University’s broader mission of becoming a globally recognized research university while maintaining its commitment to regional development and national progress.
With decades of experience spanning engineering, research management, institutional communication, and university governance, Prof. Suharman Hamzah represents a new generation of academic leadership—one that combines scholarly excellence with strategic vision.
His appointment as Vice Rector signals Hasanuddin University’s continued commitment to internationalization, innovation, and meaningful collaboration on the global stage.
Editorial Team
