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Saturday, April 18, 2026
Yesterday, student activist Muhammad Raynan Rizky Akbar was inaugurated as chairman of HMI FK UB (Himpunan Mahasiswa Islam, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya) for the 2026–2027 period. The event took place at UB Guesthouse in Malang, East Java, Indonesia, and was attended by members of the organization and representatives from HMI branches in the Malang area, according to local reports.
The inauguration marked a routine leadership transition within HMI FK UB, a faculty-level branch of Himpunan Mahasiswa Islam (HMI), a student organization in Indonesia. Faculty-level branches operate within universities and organize activities, discussions, and internal programs for their members.
Reports of the event stated that the ceremony included an official handover of responsibilities from the previous leadership to the newly elected chairman and executive board. Representatives from regional HMI structures were present at the event.
According to event coverage, the incoming leadership outlined general priorities for the upcoming term, including strengthening internal coordination and continuing organizational programs within the faculty. Specific program details and measurable targets were not independently verified.
Muhammad Raynan Rizky Akbar is a student at the Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Brawijaya. Prior to his appointment, he was reported to have been involved in student organizations and governance within the faculty. Publicly available information on his previous roles remains limited.
HMI FK UB is part of the wider HMI network, which operates across universities in Indonesia. The organization conducts training, discussions, and member development programs at both local and national levels.
Attendees cited in reports expressed expectations for continued coordination among HMI branches in the Malang region. No incidents or disruptions related to the event were reported.
