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USU Strengthens Cultural and Scientific Heritage Through Its Zoology Museum and Cultural House Facilities

Published At

17 October 2024

Published By

Threesna Sharfina

These integrated initiatives reinforce the university's perspective: that USU's role extends meaningfully beyond campus boundaries, critically contributing to the safeguarding of both scientific knowledge and regional cultural identity for future generations.

Medan, October 17, 2024— Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) is reinforcing its fundamental commitment to both scientific research and cultural preservation through the active operation and dedicated management of two key facilities: the USU Zoology Museum and the USU Cultural House. This integrated approach highlights the university’s dedication to safeguarding Sumatra's rich biodiversity and regional cultural identity while simultaneously ensuring open public access to invaluable educational resources.

A Center for Sumatran Biodiversity
The USU Zoology Museum, which operates under the Department of Biology within the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, serves as a critical, high-value repository for scientific knowledge. It houses extensive, meticulously curated collections of preserved fauna, providing an indispensable reference point for researchers and students across various disciplines."The museum is more than just a storage facility; it is a living classroom dedicated to understanding Sumatra’s unique ecosystems," explained a representative from the faculty.

The collections span diverse taxonomic groups, including mammals, reptiles, birds, fish, and insects, positioning the museum as a central hub for studying regional biodiversity. Crucially, USU ensures these collections are actively utilized, routinely hosting school groups, university partners, and independent researchers to promote scientific learning and foster strong biodiversity awareness among the wider community.

Upholding Regional Cultural Identity
Complementing these rigorous scientific efforts, the USU Cultural House actively champions cultural preservation. This facility plays a vital, hands-on role in supporting and promoting regional heritage through structured programs centered around traditional music, history, and arts (including the field of Etnomusicology).

The Cultural House regularly hosts a variety of events, including engaging exhibitions, dynamic performances, and heritage-based academic programs. These activities collectively provide a crucial platform for academics, students, and the local community to engage deeply with, celebrate, and actively sustain North Sumatra’s unique and diverse cultural traditions.

Commitment to Open Access and Education
The sustained operation and public accessibility of both the Zoology Museum and the Cultural House clearly demonstrate USU’s dedication to its civic duty. By maintaining open public access to these rich resources, the university is not only fulfilling its core research mandate but is also acting as a key driver for public education and social enrichment across the region.

These integrated initiatives reinforce the university's perspective: that USU's role extends meaningfully beyond campus boundaries, critically contributing to the safeguarding of both scientific knowledge and regional cultural identity for future generations.

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