Osman completed his two-year program with an impressive GPA of 3,87. He expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to study on a UNS scholarship and for the experiences he gained during his stay in Solo, especially at UNS.

“Alhamdulillah, everything at UNS was wonderful, especially the people. I’m grateful to the lecturers, staff, security, and friends who helped me throughout these two years. It’s truly been a great opportunity,” Osman shared.

Prior to his studies at UNS, Osman had already completed a bachelor’s degree in economics and banking and a master’s degree in the same field in Bangladesh. When asked about his decision to pursue another master’s degree in education, Osman explained that he was eager to transition into the educational field.

“I want to venture into education and share knowledge. To do that, I felt it was necessary to deepen my understanding of effective teaching methods and educational approaches,” Osman explained.

During his studies at UNS, Osman felt warmly welcomed and integrated with those around him. This openness allowed him to explore other regions in Java and frequently engage in sports with friends and UNS staff members.

To fellow students, Osman emphasized the importance of staying focused in their studies. “If you stay focused and pursue what you want, everything is possible. Nothing is impossible if you put in the effort,” he advised. With Osman’s success, UNS reaffirms its commitment to supporting sustainable development goals in quality education by providing optimal services to all students, including international students, through both academic and non-academic support. HUMAS UNS

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“Knowledge is power, but character is more. Because intelligence is useless without good character,” Dr. Chatarina stated.

During their time in college, the graduates have gained a wealth of knowledge. However, equally important is the development of non-technical skills such as critical thinking, effective communication, and leadership. These skills enhance the quality of the graduates’ character.

As the leader of UNS, Dr. Chatarina stressed the importance of having a noble character. Behavior is a manifestation of one’s character. She imparted the wisdom, “If you want to change your destiny, then change your attitude.”

Dr. Chatarina warmly addressed the graduates with pride. They looked elegant and charming in their graduation gowns, symbolizing their academic achievement. Joy was evident on the faces of the graduates, parents, and guardians in attendance.

Dr. Chatarina is confident that the graduates’ time at UNS provided them with many experiences, lessons, and knowledge. She hopes that all these will sharpen their intelligence, strengthen their will, and refine their emotions as they move on to the next stage of life.

“On behalf of all the leaders of UNS, we extend our congratulations and best wishes to the 785 graduates for successfully completing their education and earning their academic degrees,” she said.

Today’s graduation is a testament to the hard work, smart work, and sincere efforts of the UNS graduates. Their dedication and perseverance over the years have yielded sweet results. This graduation marks a victory in one chapter of life.

A new chapter full of challenges is about to begin. Graduates will soon become a part of society, facing real-world opportunities and challenges. The global dynamics currently facing society present both opportunities and obstacles.

As UNS alumni, Dr. Chatarina hopes the graduates will become positive change agents in society. Their best contributions in their respective fields are eagerly awaited to solve existing problems. They should not only be part of the solution but also lead in addressing various issues.

“Be responsible, innovative leaders who care about your surroundings,” Dr. Chatarina advised.

The Alumni Pledge taken by the UNS graduates represents their commitment to the country and alma mater. “Mangesthi Luhur Ambangun Nagara” means aspiring to build the nation with noble intentions. This should be remembered as a shared responsibility.

The Acting Rector then concluded her speech with farewell rhymes and advice. The audience was filled with mixed emotions of sadness and happiness. The warm atmosphere enveloped the UNS Auditorium, marking the official end of the Graduation Ceremony for the fifth period of 2024.

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In this fourth period graduation, UNS successfully graduated 632 graduates, consisting of 13 doctoral graduates, 92 master’s graduates, 5 graduates from the Specialist Doctor Education Program, 1 graduate from the Engineer Profession Program, 487 bachelor’s graduates, 5 graduates from the Diploma IV Program, and 29 graduates from the Diploma III Program. Among these graduates, there were 217 with cum laude honors.

The Acting Rector of UNS, Dr. Chatarina Muliana, S.H., S.E., M.H., in her remarks, appreciated the graduates who had completed their studies at UNS.

“Today is evidence of your hard work, dedication, and perseverance over the years in this academic environment. You have successfully completed a chapter in your life, but this is also the beginning of a new chapter full of challenges,” Dr. Chatarina said.

Dr. Chatarina also reminded us that what has been acquired during university should sharpen intelligence, strengthen will, and refine feelings.

“Because educated individuals have differences in communication, different ways of thinking, different ways of working, and different ways of handling various problems they face,” she continued.

Dr. Chatarina then hoped that the attending graduates could become positive agents of change for society and contribute, through their respective fields, to the advancement of the nation and the welfare of society.

“As graduates of UNS, I hope you will become positive agents of change in society. Provide your best contribution in your respective fields, whether it is in science, technology, arts, social politics, or other fields, for the progress of the nation and the welfare of society,” she added.

In this fourth period graduation ceremony of 2024, KGPAA Mangkunegara X or Gusti Bhre delivered a speech and motivation to the graduates.

“Today is a day filled with happiness and pride for all friends and, of course, for the parents who have escorted their children today. This is surely a very enjoyable day,” Gusti Bhre said.

He also mentioned that youth is full of dynamics, but on one hand, it is a blessing because it is a time to try, learn, and sometimes experience failures. However, this also becomes a moment to achieve success. Gusti Bhre then advised the graduates, as the nation’s future generation, to preserve and continue the nation’s identity assets.

In his report, the Vice Rector for Academic and Student Affairs of UNS, Prof. Dr. Ir. Ahmad Yunus, M.S., announced several outstanding graduates, including Dr. Nina Queena Hadi Putri from the Doctoral Program (S-3) in Indonesian Language Education as the fastest and youngest doctoral graduate with a study period of 2 years and 6 months at the age of 32 years and 3 months. From the Master’s Program, Rahmi Windhy Astari from the Master’s Program (S-2) in Public Health became the fastest graduate with a study period of 1 year and 5 months, while Rofiatul Azizah from the Master’s Program (S-2) in History Education became the youngest graduate at the age of 23 years and 4 months.

The fastest undergraduate graduate was achieved by Maulida Sofia Rini from the Bachelor’s Program (S-1) in Science Education with a study period of 3 years and 5 months. The youngest undergraduate graduate was Marlina Nur Achyani from the Bachelor’s Program (S-1) in Accounting at the age of 20.

From the Diploma IV Program, the fastest graduate was Novit Mega Nabhela from the Diploma IV Program in Occupational Health and Safety with a study period of 3 years 11 months, while the youngest graduate was Tesa Yusuf Darmawan from the Diploma IV Program in Demography and Civil Registration at the age of 22 years and 7 months.

The fastest graduate from the Diploma III Program was Yuliana Sartiningsih from the Diploma III Program in Travel Business with a study period of 2 years and 9 months. The youngest graduate was Aryo Dwiradho from the Diploma III Program in Mandarin Language at the age of 21 years and 6 months.

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