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Location of UPBJJ , fol lowing the expansion

Main Tasks and Functions of UPBJJ

Based of Rector's Letter of Decision in 2001 on tasks, functions , and
structure of UPBJJs , the existence of UPBJJs has been changed to fit the

concept of USB. All activities in regions are carried out by UPBJJs as frontline
implementing units. Its position has made UPBJJs develop. UPBJJ is the center

of service provision that can reach the students. According to Head of UPBJJ
Surabaya , Dr. Kisyani Laksono, the main task and function of UPBJJs is to carry

out almost all UT's tasks and functions. Extended role, task and function of
UPBJJs as UT's regional representatives can be seen from the increasing

number of activities carried out at UPBJJs . Therefore, to run the programs ,
UPBJJs should always implement the vision and mission of UT simultaneously.
UT's vision and missions are directed toward developing the following three main

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