FMIPA UII – On Wednesday, March 5, 2025, the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences of the Islamic University of Indonesia (FMIPA UII) once again held the First Ta’lim for the Even Semester of 2024/2025 for FMIPA UII students, particularly those from the 2023 and 2024 cohorts (pre-basic and basic levels). This activity is a program from the Directorate of Islamic Education and Development (DPPAI) UII, as well as an initiative by FMIPA UII as part of its efforts to produce graduates with Islamic vision and mission.

The First Ta’lim for the Even Semester of 2024/2025 took place at GOR Ki Bagoes Hadikusumo, Islamic University of Indonesia, with the theme “Tips for Gen Z: Financial Wellness According to the Qur’an”. This event was attended by all FMIPA UII students as previously listed. Attending students received credit for one (1) Ta’lim meeting.

The main event of the First Ta’lim began with a Talk Show hosted by Jama’ah Al-Ghuroba FMIPA UII, featuring a speaker who is an expert in Islamic financial planning: Ustadz Harryka Joddy P., S.Psi., CFP., IFP. The talk show lasted for 60 minutes, including 15 minutes for a Q&A session with students.

Ustadz Harryka Joddy P., S.Psi., CFP., IFP. delivered a presentation focused on the importance of financial management for the younger generation, particularly students, based on financial principles in Islam. He emphasized that the Qur’an teaches a concept of financial balance, which includes financial planning, debt management, and the habits of saving and investing in a halal manner.

In his explanation, Ustadz Harryka Joddy covered several main points, including:

1. The Concept of Rizq in Islam
   Rizq (sustenance) is predetermined by Allah SWT, but humans are commanded to strive for it and manage it wisely.
   The importance of developing an attitude of qana’ah (contentment) and gratitude for what one has.
2. Healthy Financial Principles According to the Qur’an
   Surah Al-Isra’ verses 26–27, which teach not to be extravagant (tabdzir) nor miserly (bukhl).
   Surah Al-Baqarah verse 282 on the importance of recording financial transactions.
3. Financial Management for Students
   Creating a monthly budget covering essentials such as tuition fees, food, transportation, as well as savings and emergency funds.
   Avoiding unnecessary consumer debt and learning to manage money wisely.
   Saving and investing early in ways that align with Islamic principles, such as through sukuk, gold, or other halal investments.
4. Charity and the Blessing of Wealth
   The concept of sadaqah (charity) as a way to purify and multiply wealth (QS. Al-Baqarah: 261).
   The importance of giving and helping others as a form of investment for the Hereafter.

After the presentation, the session continued with an interactive Q&A. FMIPA UII students showed great enthusiasm in asking questions about financial strategies for students, halal investment for beginners, and how to avoid a consumptive lifestyle in the digital era. Ustadz Harryka Joddy patiently answered the students’ questions and provided practical solutions in accordance with Islamic teachings.

The event concluded with the presentation of awards for the best mu’allim from each cohort. The best mu’allim award for the 2023 cohort was given to Shopia Nur Fauziah, and for the 2024 cohort, it was awarded to Azra Fidela Khansa.