On Saturday morning (January 24, 2026), the courtyard of the Grati Subdistrict Office in Pasuruan Regency came alive as hundreds of residents gathered for a healthy walk organized by Universitas Terbuka (UT) Malang. Initiated through SALUT Grati, the activity served as a simple yet meaningful way for UT to engage directly with the community—encouraging healthy living while promoting inclusive and accessible higher education. 

Participants came from diverse backgrounds, including students from local junior and senior high schools, school principals, teachers, education supervisors, and the general public. The event was attended by UT Malang Head Dr. Lilik Sulistyowati, Head of SALUT Grati Drs. H. Mukhammad Khilmi, M.Pd, along with local police, military representatives, and subdistrict officials. Held in conjunction with the commemoration of Isra Mi’raj, the activity emphasized balance between physical health and spiritual values. 

During the event, UT highlighted its role as a state university implementing an open and distance learning system. Drs. Khilmi noted that UT graduates continue to gain recognition, including strong representation among successful civil servant (PNS and PPPK) applicants, demonstrating that flexible learning can still produce competitive graduates. Dr. Lilik added that community-based activities like this help introduce UT in a natural and approachable way, blending social engagement with educational outreach. 

The program included a healthy walk, group exercise, light entertainment, and prize giveaways, all enjoyed enthusiastically by participants. Through this initiative, Universitas Terbuka reaffirmed its commitment to expanding access to quality higher education for all, in line with Sustainable Development Goal 4 on inclusive and equitable education.