The Faculty of Agriculture at Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM) once again held a Pre-Graduation Briefing for Bachelor’s Degree Candidates on Monday, 18 November 2024, at the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium. The event was attended by 140 prospective graduates—40 male and 100 female students—for the first graduation period of the 2024/2025 academic year.
In her opening remarks, Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs of the Faculty of Agriculture, Dr. Dyah Weny Respatie, S.P., M.Si., expressed appreciation for the hard work and accomplishments of the graduating students.
“On behalf of the faculty, we congratulate you for successfully completing this long journey. Alhamdulillah, we can gather here today, and tomorrow you will officially graduate,” she said.
Weny emphasized that the event served as a valuable opportunity for the faculty to provide final guidance before the students embark on their next journey—whether entering the workforce or pursuing further education.
“Today is the faculty’s final chance to equip you with the tools to succeed in the real world. Make the most of the knowledge and experience you’ve gained—use them as your foundation for the journey ahead.”
The briefing was designed to foster an entrepreneurial mindset and prepare students for further studies, featuring two inspirational speakers with expertise in their respective fields. The first speaker, Sri Lestari, S.M., Director of CV Tirta Fertindo Pratama, delivered a talk titled “Keys to Success in Agricultural Entrepreneurship.” She shared practical insights and strategies for building a business in the agricultural sector, emphasizing the importance of innovation in creating employment opportunities.
The session continued with a presentation from the second speaker, Ignatius Putra Andika, S.P., M.Sc., a lecturer in Biology at Atma Jaya University Yogyakarta. He presented “Tips for Preparing Personal and Research Statements: What They Don’t Tell You.” This session offered participants guidance on crafting strong personal and research statements for scholarship or school applications, how to communicate with professors, and how to navigate graduate program admissions.
In addition to the presentations, the event featured an interactive Q&A session, giving students the chance to engage directly with the speakers. These exchanges offered fresh perspectives and motivation. The event concluded with the presentation of souvenirs to the speakers, followed by group photo documentation.
Through this activity, the Faculty of Agriculture at UGM reaffirmed its commitment to providing quality education and supporting the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
Writer: Agrit Kirana Bunda
Editor: Desi Utami
Documentation: Faperta Media