In his retirement speech, Prof. Dr. Ir. Dwidjono Hadi Darwanto, S.U. expressed gratitude to lecturers, colleagues, and the entire academic community of the Faculty of Agriculture UGM. He reflected on his long journey of service, noting that nearly 63% of his life has been devoted to teaching and guiding students.
Prof. Dwidjono conveyed special appreciation to the Department of Agricultural Socio-Economics, which has been his academic home for many years. With humility, he also apologized for any shortcomings during his years of service.
He further emphasized the vital role of family in his career journey, extending heartfelt thanks to his wife for her unwavering support, particularly in his preparation for professorship. With her support, Prof. Dwidjono was inaugurated as a Professor in 2007.
This reflective speech became a touching moment for all attendees, reaffirming that an academic’s dedication is not only evident in scholarly work but also in sincerity, togetherness, and family support.
The retirement ceremony of Prof. Dwidjono was made even more meaningful by his speech, leaving an inspiring message for future generations of the Faculty of Agriculture UGM to continue contributing with integrity and a spirit of service.
This reflective speech was not merely a farewell, but also underscored Prof. Dwidjono’s commitment to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) relevant to his academic contributions, including SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, SDG 10: Reduced Inequalities, SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals.
Author: Beny Nabila Happy Fauziah
Editor: Tantriani
Documentation: Media Unit, Faculty of Agriculture UGM