SBM ITB can finally hold an annual graduation ceremony offline, attended by 655 graduates, at Eldorado Dome Bandung on (21/10/22).
The graduates consisted of 299 undergraduate program graduates (200 predicated cum laude), 351 the master’s program graduates (123 predicated cum laude), and five doctoral program graduates (three predicated cum laude).
“The pandemic has hampered the last two years of your studies. Despite these difficulties and limitations, you have overcome them and have finally made it to this point. Congratulations!” said Ignatius Pulung Nurprasetio, Deputy Dean for Resources.
The graduation began with a puppet show about the journey of an SBM ITB student, followed by a traditional dance performance. To symbolically open the ceremony, the Head of the SBM ITB Student Alumni Association removed the graduation tassels of two student representatives as a sign of graduation. Lusi Lesminingwati, Head of BUMD Bureau, Investment and Development Administration of the Regional Secretariat of West Java Province, gave a speech on behalf of the Governor of West Java, Ridwan Kamil, who was unable to attend.
In the celebration, 21 awards were given to outstanding graduates from undergraduate to postgraduate programs, from Young Entrepreneur Award to Motivator of the Year Award.
The recipient of the Academic Excellence of the Year award, Tiara Millania, achieved the highest academic achievement this year with a GPA of 3.98. In addition to her outstanding grades, Tiara is actively participating in internships and has won various competitions.
Tiara said that in studying, she tries to find out what is best for her and looks for study partners who can complement her weaknesses. She also advised all her juniors at SBM ITB to allocate their learning priorities according to their respective strengths. Tiara’s parents are also very supportive.
Meanwhile, Sry Rashida Sofyan, the recipient of the Best Young Professional award, advised students to be themselves.
“Increase curiosity, stay engaged in the classroom, and be passionate about what you do,” said Sry.