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Economic empowerment of rural communities through the strengthening of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) is a crucial pillar in achieving national economic independence. One of the fundamental obstacles faced by MSMEs in rural areas is financial exclusion due to low digital literacy and dependence on conventional cash transaction systems. The Community Service Program (KKN) of students from the State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UIN SU) in Pematang Tengah Village was designed to bridge this gap by optimizing the Indonesian Standard Quick Response Code (QRIS). Through an intensive participatory mentoring approach, students acted as agents of digital transformation who educated, trained, and facilitated 10 local MSME actors in adopting non-cash payment technology. The results of the program show a significant shift from digital skepticism to digital trust. The implementation of QRIS has been proven to increase operational efficiency, financial management accuracy, and strengthen the image of business modernity in the eyes of consumers. This article emphasizes that the role of students is not merely as information deliverers, but as catalysts of social capital that is crucial for the sustainability of digitalization at the village level.

The phenomenon of pseudoexpertise on social media, namely the tendency to feel knowledgeable without adequate scientific grounding due to exposure to unrestricted information, has become a serious challenge for Islamic religious education. This study employs a phenomenological method through in-depth interviews with two Master's students of Islamic Education (PAI) at UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta, who come from different social backgrounds teaching at Islamic boarding schools in rural Bogor and urban South Jakarta to obtain diverse perspectives on how social context influences the emergence of pseudoexpertise. The selection of master's-level informants is based on their academic qualifications and teaching experience, which are considered capable of providing representative insights. Secondary sources include scientific articles and relevant literature. The findings indicate that globalization and pseudoexpertise constitute obstacles that are difficult for religious teachers to control, as students acquire much of their religious knowledge from outside the school without verification. Therefore, contextual Islamic Education (PAI) learning and teachers who serve as knowledge validators through healthy communication are required, enabling students to filter information and develop more mature religious literacy.

The 2025 UINSU Community Service Program research in Sempajaya Village was carried out through training in making ecoprint tote bags as an effort to develop creativity while strengthening the economic literacy of elementary school children. This activity utilized natural materials such as leaves and flowers commonly found in the village environment, so that children could learn to recognize the potential of their natural surroundings as a source of creative works with practical and economic value. The training was conducted in three main stages: preparation, implementation, and reflection. During the implementation stage, children were introduced to the concept of ecoprinting, pounding techniques, and the steps involved in making ecoprinted tote bags through lectures, question and answer sessions, and hands-on practice. The results of the activity showed an increase in the participants' creativity, as evident in their ability to arrange motifs, select natural materials, and produce tote bags with attractive patterns. In addition, this activity also fostered a basic understanding of the economic value of creative products, thereby supporting the formation of independence and an entrepreneurial spirit from an early age. The reflection stage showed that the children were able to identify the process, benefits, and challenges they faced. Thus, ecoprint tote bags proved to be an effective educational tool in integrating creativity, economic literacy, and love for the environment for the children of Sempajaya Village.

This study aims to analyze the role of UINSU’s Community Service Program (KKN) students in enhancing Islamic entrepreneurial awareness among the residents of Pahang Village, Talawi District, Batu Bara Regency. The KKN program serves as a platform for applying academic knowledge while empowering communities through educational, persuasive, and participatory approaches. The students introduced fundamental concepts of Islamic entrepreneurship, including principles of justice, honesty, sustainability, and the avoidance of riba, gharar, and maisir. Through a series of activities such as seminars, micro-business training sessions, financial management mentoring based on sharia principles, and simple business model simulations, the villagers began to show improved understanding of Islamic economic values. Moreover, the active involvement of students created an inclusive learning environment that was accessible to various community groups. The findings indicate that the presence of KKN students contributed positively to cultivating entrepreneurial motivation, particularly among youth and micro-business actors. This improvement was reflected in changes in mindset, interest in initiating halal businesses, and increased awareness of applying sharia principles in daily economic activities. Thus, the KKN program not only provides practical experience for students but also offers a tangible contribution to strengthening sharia-based economic empowerment at the village level.

This study aims to analyze the interfaith solidarity of UINSU Law students after natural disasters in North Sumatra and Aceh and to identify the forms of social activities and humanitarian values developed through these humanitarian actions. The research method used is a qualitative method with a field research approach through observation, interviews, and documentation. The research data sources were obtained from students, social volunteers, and disaster-affected communities involved in humanitarian activities. The results of the study indicate that UINSU Law students have an important role in helping communities through fundraising activities, humanitarian volunteers, psychosocial assistance, and interfaith cooperation. The interfaith solidarity carried out by the students was able to strengthen social relationships, increase tolerance, and create social harmony in post-disaster communities. In addition, the values of religious moderation, social concern, and unity became the main foundations of the students’ humanitarian activities. The presence of students among disaster victims gave a positive impact on the social recovery process and strengthened the sense of brotherhood and humanity within Indonesia’s multicultural society.

The general problem faced by cooperatives is the low quality of Human Resources (SDM) managerial in managing the entities owned by these members. So the specific objective of this community service is directed at constructing the management's understanding of entrepreneurial-based cooperative management which is derived to answer 3 (three) specific problems, namely: (1) what is meant by cooperative entrepreneurship towards prosperous members?; (2) why is cooperative entrepreneurship important for student cooperative managers towards prosperous members? and (3) how to internalize cooperative entrepreneurship in student cooperative managers towards prosperous members? The method used is Focus Group Discussion (FGD) with participants being the management of the Student Cooperative (Kopma) al-Kautsar UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah Tulungagung. The results of the service show that Kopma members have the same insight in perceiving cooperative entrepreneurship, namely the entrepreneurial spirit of members. Entrepreneurial spirit is a member modality shown by the creativity and independence of members. Meanwhile, the strategy to internalize cooperative entrepreneurship is by translating cooperative values ​​reflected in a responsible attitude implemented in the form of an Annual Members Meeting (RAT).

This community service initiative was designed to empower housewives in Dusun III, Desa Pematang Sijonam, by introducing ecoprint as a sustainable craft and a potential driver of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). The activity was motivated by the limited access to alternative livelihoods in rural communities and the increasing relevance of environmentally conscious products in contemporary markets. The program adopted a descriptive qualitative design, emphasizing participatory involvement through workshops and direct practice. Participants were guided to identify tannin-rich leaves from their local environment, arrange them on pre-mordanted cotton tote bags, and apply steaming processes to transfer pigments. The outcomes revealed that participants not only acquired technical competence but also demonstrated heightened creativity and confidence, producing distinctive motifs that carried cultural and ecological values. More importantly, the training raised awareness of the economic potential of natural resources that had previously been overlooked. This activity suggests that ecoprint is not merely an artistic expression but also a practical strategy for fostering women’s economic independence, stimulating rural entrepreneurship, and strengthening sustainable development at the community level

Community Service Learning (CSL) is a tangible manifestation of the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, which aims to apply knowledge within the community, particularly in addressing economic challenges in rural areas. This study focuses on the effectiveness of the UIN SU student KKN programme in Sugihen Village, Juhar Subdistrict, Karo Regency, which carries the theme of economic empowerment of the community. The research method used a qualitative approach with participatory observation and practical demonstration techniques, directly involving the Sugihen Village community. The results showed that this programme significantly improved the participants’ knowledge and technical skills, transforming their roles from passive consumers to active producers. This training not only helped reduce household expenses but also opened up new business opportunities that had the potential to increase family income. Therefore, this KKN programme can serve as an effective strategic model for creating stable and independent community-based economic growth.

Kuala Indah Village in Sei Suka, Batubara, North Sumatra, is a coastal village whose economy relies on fisheries and aquaculture. The community is predominantly Muslim and also practices small-scale agriculture and animal husbandry. The Community Service Program (KKN) provides a platform for students to apply academic theory in real-world contexts, while also encouraging active community involvement. KKN students implement various programs, such as stunting prevention, religious moderation, skills training for poverty alleviation, and education for children and adolescents. They also play a role in increasing community participation through cultural activities and supporting local businesses by strengthening digital visibility. These initiatives support the creation of inclusive villages, providing equal access and opportunities regardless of gender, religion, or socioeconomic status. This collaborative approach reinforces the value of mutual cooperation and enriches social and educational life in the village. Through KKN, universities demonstrate their tangible contribution to village development. The success of this program underscores the importance of social inclusion and collective work in promoting sustainable development in rural areas like Kuala Indah.  

Extreme poverty remains a major challenge in rural areas of Indonesia, including Nagori Bandar Manik, Pamatang Sidamanik District, Simalungun Regency. The 2025 UINSU Community Service Program (KKN) was carried out to empower local communities through various activities covering economic, educational, religious, social-environmental, and health aspects. This program employed a qualitative approach by involving active community participation in needs assessment, socialization, training, and evaluation. In the economic aspect, workshops on dishwashing liquid and herbal pesticide production were implemented as alternative household businesses. The educational sector included religious moderation through a short movie screening Mabbere, anti-bullying campaigns, ecoprint totebag training, and teaching at kindergarten, elementary, and junior high school levels. In the religious field, activities included Qur’an learning after Maghrib with children and Yasin recitals for both men and women. The social-environmental aspect was realized through community clean-up, educational boards on waste decomposition, distribution of garbage bins, and environmental awareness campaigns. Meanwhile, the health aspect focused on education about clean and healthy living behaviors, stunting prevention campaigns, and community exercise. The findings revealed improvements in entrepreneurial skills, children’s literacy, spiritual values, environmental awareness, and healthy lifestyles. The implication highlights that multidimensional community empowerment can serve as an effective strategy to reduce extreme poverty and promote sustainable village development.  

This article examines the role of students of the Real Work Lecture (KKN) of the State Islamic University of North Sumatra in Stabat Lama Village in supporting community development through an integrative approach that covers three main areas, namely religious moderation, stunting prevention, and extreme poverty alleviation. The religious moderation program is carried out through Maghrib Mengaji, Gebyar Islami, and interfaith dialogue, which has been proven to strengthen tolerance and social harmony in the community. The stunting prevention program is realized through the provision of supplemental food (PMT) based on local ingredients, which is able to improve the nutritional status of toddlers while preventing the risk of new stunting. Furthermore, the community economic empowerment program is carried out through ecoprint training with eco pounding techniques that produce works of selling value and open up opportunities for environment-based businesses. The results of the activities show that the three programs complement each other and contribute to improving health, economic independence, and socio-religious harmony. The real impact of the implementation of this program is not only felt in the short term, but also provides the foundation for the development of a more independent and sustainable society. Through the active involvement of students, KKN activities succeeded in connecting academic theory with real practice in the field, so that it was able to provide contextual solutions to village problems. The empowerment carried out also emphasizes inclusive community participation, especially vulnerable groups such as housewives and toddlers, so as to provide more equitable benefits. Thus, KKN in Stabat Lama Village represents a holistic, sustainable, and relevant service model to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Strengthening religious moderation is a strategic effort to build a harmonious social life, especially in Berastagi, which is characterized by cultural, religious, and ethnic diversity. Through the Community Service Program (KKN) of UINSU students in 2025, various programs were designed to encourage community participation while raising collective awareness of the importance of religious moderation values. The main programs include a dish soap-making workshop as an economic empowerment initiative, an anti-bullying campaign to instill tolerance, an education awareness campaign to build a quality generation, the creation of educational boards on waste management to preserve the environment, and the “Sapa Desa” (Semangat Aksi Peduli Desa) movement to strengthen social relations. In addition, supplementary programs such as KKN Cerdas, RUMTAr, Gen Q, Spada, along with student involvement in the fruit and flower festival, selling local products, supporting farmers, and fundraising for the Independence Day celebration, further reinforced collaborative roles with the community. These activities are expected to create synergy between students and the people of Berastagi in fostering inclusive attitudes, mutual cooperation, and environmental care, making religious moderation not only a concept but also a real practice in social life.

Pematang Johar Village is a village in Labuhan Deli District, Deli Serdang Regency, which has great potential in the social, religious, and economic fields of the community. This study aims to describe the socio-religious conditions and the role of the community in maintaining local religious and cultural values ​​​​amidst the flow of modernization. The research method used is the Participatory Action Research (PAR) method. Where researchers together with the community actively plan and implement the programs carried out. This village is the location of the Community Service Program (KKN) by Uinsu students, who carry out various programs to address social, economic, and educational challenges in the village. The KKN programs implemented include mutual cooperation, religious moderation with socialization of increasing religious values. Empowerment of digital-based MSMEs to increase the marketing of Johar Clean dishwashing soap products. Anti-bullying workshops, legal protection and business in Islam at local elementary schools. In addition, the KKN program also seeks to increase interest in education in the village by holding private tutoring, regular Quranic recitations, and teaching activities at schools.

This research is motivated by the phenomenon of low self-esteem experienced by some students of Sufism and Psychotherapy at UIN Raden Intan Lampung, particularly due to feelings of insecurity regarding their physical appearance. This condition often stems from a lack of self-confidence that arises from the beginning, especially related to the chosen study program. Students who feel insecure about their academic choices tend to experience feelings of insecurity that impact various aspects of life, particularly physical appearance. They feel different and less confident, which ultimately affects their self-acceptance and self-esteem. Consequently, this condition contributes to a decline in low self-esteem. The method used is descriptive qualitative, with data collection through observation, in-depth interviews, and questionnaires. Participants were selected using purposive sampling based on criteria of low self-esteem related to feelings of insecurity about appearance. The results of the study indicate that the understanding of gratitude is not merely an expression of outward thanks, but it forms a deep inner awareness of divine wisdom in various circumstances. Students who internalize the understanding of gratitude tend to be more capable of self-acceptance, reducing feelings of insecurity, and building a positive outlook on their existence. The understanding of gratitude strengthens inner peace, enhances self-confidence, and motivates comprehensive self-improvement. These findings affirm that the understanding of gratitude is an effective spiritual approach to addressing low self-esteem and can serve as a relevant mentoring model for students.

The digitalization of cultural preservation through education is crucial in the digital era. The Betawi Cultural Community, Sanggar Bale Bambu in Depok, West Java, faces challenges in introducing Betawi culture to the public, particularly in the documentation and management of cultural services. Although many studies on cultural digitalization exist, few educational applications directly collaborate with cultural communities and support cultural services. This study aims to design the User Interface (UI) and User Experience (UX) of a mobile application as a learning medium for Betawi culture and cultural services, beginning with user needs identification to minimize development errors. The method used is Design Thinking, which emphasizes empathetic understanding of user needs and produces innovative solutions. The research process includes problem formulation, empathy, ideation, responsive prototyping using Figma, and qualitative Usability Testing. The result is an application Prototype with six main educational features: pencak silat, ondel-ondel, Betawi music, Betawi accessories, lenong, and palang pintu. Testing showed that the application is easy to use, informative, and effective as a digital medium for introducing Betawi culture. Further research can continue with in-depth quantitative Testing, back-end integration, and broader user Testing for additional validation.

This study aims to examine the strategic role of students as agents of change in environmental conservation, with a focus on the activities of the Nature Lovers Student Organization (MAPASTA) at UINSU and students at FEBI UINSU. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data was collected through in-depth interviews with five informants. The findings reveal that students play a crucial role in educating the public, initiating concrete environmental actions, and advocating for sustainability issues through social media and campus activities. Despite challenges such as low collective awareness, students remain capable of serving as catalysts for change through creative and collaborative approaches. These findings emphasize the importance of institutional support and capacity building for students to achieve sustainable environmental sustainability.

This study aims to analyze the academic communication strategies implemented by lecturers and students of the Faculty of Da'wah UIN Sultan Maulana Hasanuddin (SMH) Banten in increasing the effectiveness of campus da'wah. Using a qualitative approach and case study design, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentation of da'wah communication media. The results of the study indicate that the dialogic approach in learning, integration of digital media.This strategy not only improves students' communication competence, but also expands the reach of da'wah which is contextual and adaptive to the development of the times. The challenges faced include low media literacy of some students and limited digital infrastructure, but can be overcome through continuous training and mentoring. This study recommends strengthening the da'wah curriculum based on strategic communication competencies and developing digital da'wah media.

The yellow book is a source of Islamic knowledge that is very important in Islamic religious education, such as in the fields of interpretation, hadith, fiqh, and tasawuf. In the world of Islamic education, Islamic boarding schools are one of the formal education that uses the book as the main reference in finding the material taught. This study aims to find out how students of the Islamic Religious Education (PAI) Masters program at FITK UIN North Sumatra interact with the yellow book. The problems studied are regarding students' understanding of classical sentences, the teaching methods used, and the challenges they face in mastering the yellow book. This study uses qualitative methods, and its analysis techniques are interviews, observations and documentation. The results of the study are a description of the role of the yellow book in Islamic higher education and its contribution to the development of more effective teaching methods. Therefore, it is highly recommended for us to know and understand the contents and meaning of the yellow book, as well as to know the role of the yellow book in the world of education.  

This study aims to describe in depth the implementation of financial education in fostering a habit of saving among fourth-grade students at SD Negeri 121313 Tanjung Pinggir, Pematang Siantar. This activity is part of the Community Service Program (KKN) conducted by students of the State Islamic University of North Sumatra (UINSU). This study uses a descriptive qualitative method with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation of learning activities and the implementation of the savings program at school. The data obtained was then analyzed using the Miles and Huberman model, which includes the process of data reduction, data presentation, and interactive conclusion drawing. The results showed that the implementation of financial education by UINSU KKN students had a positive impact on changes in students' financial behavior. This financial education activity not only fostered financial skills but also shaped students' characters to be more responsible, disciplined, thrifty, and socially empathetic by encouraging them to share some of their savings. Thus, it can be concluded that the implementation of simple habit-based financial education through UINSU KKN activities has proven effective in fostering interest and enthusiasm for saving among elementary school students and contributes to shaping positive character traits that will be useful in their future lives.

This study aims to determine the effect of the application of multiplication board media in mathematics learning on students' understanding of multiplication concepts in grade IV of elementary school. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive method conducted in several elementary schools. Data were collected through observation, interviews with teachers and students, and documentation of learning activities. The results of the study indicate that the use of multiplication board media can improve students' understanding of multiplication concepts. Students who initially had difficulty memorizing multiplication tables showed significant progress after using this media, as seen from their ability to work on multiplication problems faster and more accurately. In addition, the use of this media also increased student involvement and motivation in learning. Teachers reported that the multiplication board media made it easier for them to explain multiplication concepts in a more concrete and visual way, and increased student participation in class. Based on these results, it can be concluded that the application of multiplication board media in mathematics learning can be an effective alternative to improve students' understanding of multiplication material. This media not only makes mathematics learning more interesting, but also strengthens the basic concepts of mathematics taught in elementary school.