On Tuesday, 23 July 2024, Universitas Indonesia hosted a momentous occasion, the “2024 Universitas Indonesia Degree Awarding Ceremony for International Students,” which brought together 53 graduates from various disciplines across the university. This special event, a highlight of the academic calendar, not only celebrated the accomplishments of these international graduates but also showcased Universitas Indonesia’s commitment to global education and cultural diversity.
The Department of International Relations is proud to be the only department to represent FISIP UI in the ceremony. The department was proudly represented by four international graduates from the master’s degree program. They are from Mexico, Madagaskar, Iran, and Timor Leste. They were congratulated for their degree by the secretary of the university, dr. Agustin Kusumayati, M.Sc., Ph.D. and the Dean of FISIP UI, Prof. Semiarto Aji Purwanto.
In the ceremony, the students were accompanied by the Head of Graduate Program, Broto Wardoyo Ph.D. Currently, the Graduate Program hosts another seven international students from diverse countries in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East. This number is expected to increase along with the Department of International Relations internationalisation goal. The department has been working on this goal through the ongoing international accreditation and the partnership on student mobility with international universities. In the future, the Department of International Relations will continue to broaden its international network by creating programs to establish more engagement with international institutions.
Beyond its celebratory nature, the ceremony served as a platform for Universitas Indonesia to strengthen its international partnerships and showcase its academic progress toward an internationally celebrated university. Distinguished guests including deans, vice deans, lecturers, as well as representatives from partner universities, embassies, and other academic institutions across Indonesia, attended, highlighting the university’s role in fostering global connections and collaborations.
For the Department of International Relations, the ceremony marked a significant milestone in their ongoing efforts to host and support international students, contributing to a vibrant and inclusive campus environment. It highlighted the department’s dedication to delivering world-class education and nurturing future global leaders.
In essence, the 2024 Universitas Indonesia Degree Awarding Ceremony for International Students not only celebrated academic excellence but also reinforced Universitas Indonesia’s position as a leading institution dedicated to fostering international understanding and academic excellence.