In line with the implementation of its new work program, the Student Executive Body of the Faculty of Marine and Fisheries held the Underwater Photography Expo Competition, carrying the theme "MARINE LIFE UP CLOSE." This competition aimed to encourage students and the public to become more aware of marine ecosystems through the art of photography, as well as to educate them about the challenges faced by underwater environments. It also sought to create a network between students, photographers, and ocean enthusiasts, allowing them to exchange knowledge and experiences in photography and conservation. The event showcased a photo exhibition depicting the beauty of the underwater world, hoping to raise public awareness and interest in marine biodiversity.

The Underwater Photography Expo Competition 2024 took place on Sunday, November 3, 2024, at the Batur Hall, Samudera Building, Faculty of Marine and Fisheries. The event was opened with remarks from the Committee Chairperson, Ferdiansyah Aulia Fahlevi, followed by a speech from the Chairperson of the Student Executive Body of the Faculty of Marine and Fisheries, I Gede Kaivalya Bhanu Varistha, and the official opening by the Vice Dean III of the Faculty of Marine and Fisheries, I Wayan Gede Astawa Karang, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D. "It is hoped that this Underwater Photography Expo Competition can serve as a platform for students and the public to develop their interest and talent in underwater photography because nature must be preserved, and one way to preserve it is by capturing it," he added.

The competition was attended by five participants: the first participant, Natasya Catherina from Jakarta; the second, Aubin Widyadhana Ikmal Fadhlullah from Bandung; the third, Kadek Anggita Sayla Maharani from Gianyar, Bali; the fourth, Kautsar Delio Sujono from Bali; and the fifth, Nadjib Rudianto from Badung, Bali. During the competition, the participants presented their works in front of the judges, followed by a comment and Q&A session with the judges. The event was held in a hybrid format, allowing participants who could not attend in person to present their works via Zoom.

The winners were announced at the end of the event, with the first prize awarded to Natasya Catherina, an alumni of the Faculty of Marine and Fisheries, the second prize to Kautsar Delio Sujono, an active student of the Faculty of Marine and Fisheries, and the third prize to Nadjib Rudianto. The competition went smoothly and is seen as a benchmark for future improvements. It is hoped that the Underwater Photography Expo Competition 2024 will be continued by the next cabinet and will serve as a platform for young creative innovators to capture the beauty of the underwater world without damaging marine conservation.