The forerunner of the University of Jember is derived from the idea of ​​dr. R. Achmad together with R. Th. Soengedi and RM Soerachman aspiring college founded in Jember. To realize these ideals on April 1, 1957, the three formed a committee called the Committee Chairman Dr. Triumviraat composition. R. Achmad; Author R. Th. Soengedi, and Treasurer RM Soerachman. Furthermore, this Triumviraat Committee on October 5, 1957 created a foundation with the name Tawang Alun University Foundation (legalized by Deed dated March 8, 1958 No. 13 in Jember). Foundation University of Tawang Alun is then set up a private university in Jember with the University of Tawang Alun name later shortened UNITA.