Semarang (16/10) — In an effort to bolster religious activities within the university environment, the Management Board of Darul ‘Ilmi Mosque at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) of Universitas Diponegoro organized a Khateeb (Friday Sermon Preacher) Training for lecturers and educational staff. This initiative serves as a means to enhance the religious capacity of the academic community while simultaneously fostering a campus atmosphere that is ethical, character-driven, and grounded in spiritual values.

The Khateeb Training was held on Thursday, October 16, 2025, at the BRM Antawirya Meeting Room, Building A, 1st Floor, of the FISIP Undip Tembalang Campus. The event featured prominent figures as speakers: K.H. Dr. Drs. Muhammad Adnan, M.A. and K.H. Drs. Aufarul Marom, M.Si. The attendees consisted of lecturers and educational staff from various departments within FISIP Undip.

The Dean of FISIP Undip, Dr. Drs. Teguh Yuwono, M.Pol.Admin., expressed his appreciation for the event in his opening address. He regarded the program as a highly positive initiative for building a robust religious ecosystem within the faculty. He further described it as an “excellent program” for providing a collaborative learning platform for the participants. Emphasizing its practical benefit, he stated, “I believe this will be a valuable endeavor for us, paving the way for a structured schedule of khateeb.”

In the first material session, K.H. Dr. Drs. Muhammad Adnan, M.A., presented a topic on the guidelines for performing Friday Prayer according to the Shafi’i School, providing a detailed explanation of the conditions, pillars, and recommended practices (sunnah) of the sermon (khutbah). His presentation offered profound insight into the proper conduct of Friday worship, aligned with classical jurisprudence, yet remaining relevant to the contemporary campus context.

Meanwhile, K.H. Drs. Aufarul Marom, M.Si., delivered a presentation on Ethics and Rhetoric in Sermons. During his session, he underscored the importance of sincerity, exemplary conduct, and effective communication skills for a khotib.

Through this Khateeb Training, it is hoped that participants will emerge as preachers who not only comprehend the legal and procedural aspects of the sermon but are also capable of delivering religious messages in a manner that is respectful, inspiring, and in harmony with Islamic values. This program stands as one of FISIP Undip’s strategic steps in cultivating a harmonious and inclusive religious culture within the academic community.