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This research was conducted based on the importance of the image of educational institutions in gaining public trust, making the role of Public Relations (PR) as a public communication manager highly essential. MTs Fathur Rahman Sukorambi Jember was chosen as the research site because the institution is currently striving to enhance its positive image through the optimization of media and sustainable publicity strategies. The aim of this study is to describe the role of PR in building the image of the madrasah, as well as to analyze the communication strategies employed, the forms of publicity implemented, and the challenges faced in its execution.This research applies a qualitative approach with a field research design. Informants were selected through purposive sampling, involving parties considered relevant and knowledgeable about public relations activities, such as the head of the madrasah, PR staff, teachers, students, and parents’ representatives. Data were collected through observations of madrasah activities, in-depth interviews, and documentation in the form of archives and published media. The data were analyzed descriptively, emphasizing the researcher’s interpretation of communication patterns, publicity strategies, and their impact on public perception of the madrasah’s image.The findings reveal that PR functions as a communicator, mediator, and builder of a positive madrasah image. The use of conventional media and digital platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp Groups has proven effective in reaching a wider community and enhancing public interaction. Documentation of academic and non-academic activities also strengthens the legitimacy of the institution’s achievements. The main obstacles encountered include limited human resources, technological facilities, and consistency in information management. Nevertheless, overall, the role of PR has been proven significant in improving the positive image of MTs Fathur Rahman Sukorambi Jember.

This journal discusses the archive storage and maintenance system at the Lirik District Office, Indragiri Hulu Regency, using qualitative methods. The results of the study indicate that the archive storage system at the Lirik District Office has implemented manual and digital storage. Physical archive storage is carried out manually by arranging it based on the principle of the origin of the archive and the type of media, taking into account the environmental conditions of the storage room (temperature and humidity). Physical archives are stored in fireproof cabinets and coded folders. Digital archives are stored via Google Drive. There are regulations set to maintain confidentiality, limit access, and maintain the cleanliness of the storage room. Archive maintenance efforts include: (1) Maintaining the storage room with air conditioning and ventilation. (2) Cleaning the storage room and archives regularly. (3) Separating damaged archives; (4) Using fireproof metal archive cabinets; (5) Arranging archives neatly and using camphor. Overall, the implementation of the archive storage and maintenance system at the Lirik District Office has met expectations, although not yet optimal. This study concludes that the archive maintenance efforts carried out are quite good in maintaining the physical condition and information of the archives, although there is still room for improvement and optimization of the system.

This study used a descriptive qualitative method, with the principal, vocational studies teacher as well as the deputy head of student affairs, administrative staff and students of SMK Cerdas Murni as the research subjects. Data were collected through interviews, observations, and document studies. Then it was analyzed using Farida Nugrahani's Interactive Analysis Model (2014: 173), and tested for validity using the triangulation method. The results showed that the performance of administrative staff in providing student administration services, and correspondence and archival administration at SMK Cerdas Murni was considered quite good. This is evident from the timely completion of tasks, the existence of discipline, a sense of responsibility, the ability to cooperate and communicate well. Supporting factors for performance are the ability of administrative staff, reward and punishment, facilities and work atmosphere, and good relationships with coworkers and superiors. Conversely, the inhibiting factors are the lack of technical competence and damage to work tools. And the steps in streamlining administrative services at SMK Cerdas Murni are, hastening the completion of tasks, conducting discussions with the principal and teachers, attending workshops to improve competence and keep up with existing developments.

Education plays an important role in the progress of a nation, the high number of Islamic communities in Indonesia, including in Deli Serdang Regency, can be ensured that Muslims in Indonesia have an important role in the progress of a nation. Professor Toshiko Kinosita stated that Indonesia's human resources are still very weak to support industrial and economic development, the reason is because the government has never placed education as the most important priority, there are still various education problems that have not been resolved, such as limited education funds. , shortage of teaching materials, low number of skilled teaching staff, and inadequate facilities. To advance the nation's education, development is needed both in terms of physical and learning methods. Therefore, one effective solution is to build a Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School based on General Education. The development of science requires society to choose between focusing on knowledge in the field of religion or academics in general. Often people dream of mastering balanced knowledge, but many schools only focus education on one scientific field and reduce the quota in other fields so that knowledge becomes unbalanced. Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School is designed to provide knowledge and comfort in the learning process, equipped with adequate facilities and infrastructure as well as a more aesthetic building shape. This research aims to analyze the challenges and obstacles in developing the Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School based on General Education, and develop an inclusive and friendly solution environment. The focus is on meeting the needs of varying user abilities, while ensuring good accessibility and sustainability. In the design, building design innovations are also proposed to achieve this goal, taking into account aesthetics and Islamic values ​​in accordance with the function of the building. The methods used include mixed qualitative methods with observation, comparative studies, case studies, interviews and document analysis. The building which applies Islamic architectural concepts in the design of the Tahfidz Islamic Boarding School will also consider Islamic aesthetics and values ​​in its application.

This research aims to analyze building a quality archiving system to support good office governance. The method in this research is a qualitative research method. Interview data was transcribed and reviewed using thematic content analysis. The study reports key data themes that include improving operational efficiency, increasing transparency and accountability. In this way, researchers investigate how teachers can build a quality archiving system to support good office governance. The research results show that implementing an integrated and modern archiving system can reduce human error, speed up access to information, and increase transparency and accountability in office operations. Implementation of this system also plays an important role in increasing administrative efficiency and facilitating the achievement of overall organizational goals.

This research was conducted because the researchers' interest in the development of academic achievement and the quantity of students at MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung was quite rapid, to analyze what kind of promotions were used by WKS Public Relations in increasing the positive image and quantity of students at MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung and to analyze what factors -Factors that can affect the positive image and quantity of students owned by MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung.The approach used in this study is a qualitative approach with a descriptive type of research. The method used in data collection is Observation related to social media promotion in increasing the positive image and quantity of students. Interviews with the Principal, WKS Public Relations and Media Team, as well as documentation data and archives of activities from the management at MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung. The researcher uses the Miles and Huberman model, namely reduction, presentation and conclusion drawing or data verification. The results of the research obtained from the field stated that the image and quantity owned by MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung in the eyes of the community was considered good. The communication strategies used, such as maintaining communication patterns, planning and arranging tasks as WKS Public Relations at MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung, as well as maintaining openness and information provided to the public can affect the image and quantity of MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung. Based on this, it can be seen that the factors that affect the positive image and quantity of MTs Al-Amiriyyah Blokagung are by planning and carrying out the programs well, improving the service system, maintaining good communication and cooperation among members/teachers or with the community as well as the existence of disclosure of information to the public.