Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR), through its Library Unit (UPT Perpustakaan), officially signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Purworejo Regency Library and Archives Office on Wednesday, December 24, 2025. This collaboration marks a strategic step in strengthening synergy between higher education institutions and local government to develop libraries and enhance an inclusive and sustainable literacy culture.
The MoU was signed by Stephanus Aan Isa Nugroho, S.STP., M.Si, Head of the Purworejo Regency Library and Archives Office, and Nurmansyah Alami, M.T, Head of the UPT Library of UMPWR. The agreement is expected to open opportunities for collaboration in various programs, including the development of library services, enhancement of literacy resources, and the strengthening of libraries’ roles as community learning centers.
The Head of the Purworejo Regency Library and Archives Office, Stephanus Aan Isa Nugroho, S.STP., M.Si, stated that this cooperation reflects the local government’s commitment to building a strong literacy ecosystem.
“Collaboration with higher education institutions such as UMPWR is essential to expanding the reach of literacy services. We hope this partnership will generate innovative programs that encourage the community to develop a stronger reading culture and better literacy skills,” he said.
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Meanwhile, the Head of the UPT Library of UMPWR, Nurmansyah Alami, M.T, emphasized that the MoU will serve as a foundation for strengthening the role of the university library in supporting the Tridharma of Higher Education.
“The UMPWR Library is ready to actively contribute through resource sharing, collection development, and joint literacy activities. This synergy is expected to deliver more inclusive library services with tangible impacts for both students and the wider community,” he explaine
The Rector of UMPWR, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Teguh Wibowo, M.Pd., also expressed appreciation for the establishment of this collaboration as a strategic step in building a competitive and high-quality generation.
“UMPWR is committed to being a university that makes a meaningful impact on society. This cooperation with the Purworejo Regency Library and Archives Office aligns with our vision to strengthen literacy, knowledge, and character development among the younger generation as the foundation for sustainable development,” stated the Rector.
Through the signing of this MoU, UMPWR and the Purworejo Regency Library and Archives Office are optimistic about fostering sustainable collaboration that supports the realization of a literate, adaptive, and inclusive Purworejo community.
