Tangerang, 23/7/2022 - After two years of being held online, finally the XXII Graduation of Multimedia Nusantara University (UMN) was held onsite at ICE BSD. Raising the factual theme "True Entrepreneurs in the Digital Era", this graduation invites graduates to understand the process of becoming a true entrepreneur. More than that, graduates are invited to understand what is important in aligning beliefs and dreams to achieve life goals.
Rector of Multimedia Nusantara University, Dr. Ninok Leksono, M.A., in his speech invited graduates to continue to develop themselves and be ready for all new opportunities and challenges. This is an important point when becoming a true entrepreneur, both in the digital era and not. Ninok also hopes that graduates will understand the nature of technology, understand the regulations, and be aware of existing weaknesses and challenges.
“My special message to the graduates this time is to continue to listen to new opportunities, and to listen without capital and preparation, but by equipping themselves with new knowledge and skills according to the times. Good luck," concluded Ninok.
Also present to give a speech at this event, the Head of LLDIKTI Region III Dr. Ir. Paristiyanti Nurwardani, M.P., in her speech, Paris expressed her appreciation for the graduates. He believes that UMN graduates will become national leaders in the digital era.
"I'm not surprised if this UMN has really become an inspiring university in Indonesia, there has never been a university in ten years immediately excelled. Because it seems that the vision and mission of UMN is very futuristic. Its mission and vision are indeed extraordinary, and I want to share the vision of UMN which wants to become a leading university in the field of ICT both nationally and internationally which produces graduates who have international insight and are highly competent in their fields or expertise accompanied by an entrepreneurial spirit and noble character. , said Paris.
Also attending the graduation was the Co-Founder of Everwhite Indonesia, Jessica Lin, as a speaker who will motivate graduates. In her material, Jessica told about the beginning of her career as an employee who had to work overtime until the morning. Several times she moved companies, Jessica then got the idea to make local beauty products amidst the onslaught of foreign products. Jessica believes that Indonesia is able to make quality products and is no less competitive with other products.
“That's where the idea and dream arose to create their own local brand called Everwhite. So, don't underestimate dreams, because dreams will help us move forward and try to achieve them, "said Jessica.
UMN XXII Graduation Passed 653 Students
Graduation this time was greeted with enthusiasm because it is no longer held online. A total of 653 graduates are registered, consisting of 105 graduates from the Faculty of Business, 291 graduates from the Faculty of Art and Design, 169 graduates from the Faculty of Communication Studies, 80 graduates from the Faculty of Engineering and Informatics, and 8 graduates from the Master of Technology Management.
Chairman of the UMN XXII Graduation Committee
Rheemar Hardiyanto, in his speech expressed his pleasure because this graduation can be held onsite after two years of being online. Hardiyanto also expressed his hope for the graduates to continue to work and become reliable individuals in various chosen fields.
"Keep bringing and practicing the 5C values (Caring, Credible, Competent, Competitive, and Customer Delight) taught during lectures and activities on the UMN campus," said Hardiyanto to the graduates in his speech.
At this Graduation, Wawan Ismawandi, M.M. became the winner of the Best Graduate of the University, the Best Graduate of the Master of Technology Management (MMT) Study Program, and became the Main Scholar for the UMN postgraduate program. While studying at the MMT UMN study program, Wawan has achieved a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.95 and actively participates in various activities at UMN such as activities outside the classroom, seminars, workshops, and certifications.
Wawan works as Head of Planning and Learning Development at the General Finance Education and Training Center, Finance Education and Training Agency, Ministry of Finance of Indonesia. Wawan felt very happy for this achievement because he received appreciation from the campus for his efforts and efforts during lectures and studies.
"Personally, this appreciation can increase self-confidence and self-motivation to keep learning and working, even after graduating from UMN," said Wawan.
After graduating from UMN, Wawan's knowledge gained during his studies will be used for his work in the office, particularly related to managing digital transformation. Wawan also gave a message for the younger siblings who are currently studying, that they must have the mindset that college is the right process for learning in an interesting and exciting way, which is not only in the classroom.
“UMN provides many opportunities for students to gain experience in activities outside the classroom, seminars, workshops, certifications, being a leader in a team, even other activities that are different from the majors taken, for example related to hobbies, and others. So make sure to make the best use of this opportunity, because all the positive activities carried out on campus will definitely produce positive things, both that can be used then and later after graduating from college," concluded Wawan.
The next graduate achievement was achieved by Richard Howin, S.T. from the 2018 Electrical Engineering Study Program. Richard won the title of Best University Graduate and Best Graduate of Study Program, with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.99. Richard said he was very grateful and happy with this achievement he had achieved.
“Very happy and full of gratitude. The various lessons and courses taken in the previous semesters greatly influenced my final project. As a result, my final project can be completed quite quickly,” said the graduate who is now working as a freelancer in an electronic project.
Not only achieving academically, Richard is also a student who actively participates in several organizations such as HIMFERA (Association of Engineering Physics and Electrical Engineering), UKM UMN Robotic Club, and UESC (UMN English Student Council). After graduating from UMN, he hopes that the knowledge and experience gained can also be applied in social life.
“Hopefully, with what I got while studying at UMN, I can apply it to social life as well as possible. In addition, I can always be adaptive and hold fast to the vision, mission, and values that have been accepted by me while studying at UMN,” concluded Richard.
The next achievement was achieved by Alwin Giovano, S.M. from the 2018 Management Study Program who won the title as a Major Scholar with a Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.76. While studying at UMN, this graduate who has worked as Digital Marketing at the Orang Tua Group was active in organizing at UMN which made him have wide relationships.
"I got the character building when I joined the committee, where I had to manage my time, dare to speak in front of people, complete the responsibilities given by the committee," said Alwin.
In this XXII Graduation period, the best graduates who represent each study program (prodi) are also selected. In the undergraduate program, fourteen best graduates were selected, namely: Richard Howin, S.T. from Electrical Engineering study program; Cherie Jesslyn, S.M. from Management study program; Lydia Fransiska Immanuel, S.Ak. from Accounting study program; Tania Ciu, S. Kom. from Information Systems study program; Jonathan, S. Kom. from Informatics study program; Diana Tanamas, S.Sn. from Film study program; Shania, S.I. Kom. from Journalism study program; Calista Millenia, S.I. Kom. from Communication Studies study program; John Christopher, S.T. from Physics Engineering study program; Akhira Nabilla, S.Ds. from the DKV study program; Evelyn Andifa Chandra, S.Ars. from Architecture study program; Daniel Endricho Xieverhino, A.Md.Par. from the Hospitality Diploma study program; Kevin Sherdy Lieanto, S.T. from Computer Engineering study program; and Wawan Ismawandi, M.M. from the Master of Technology Management (MMT) study program.
Raise the Dayak Tribe as Graduation Theme
It has become a tradition in holding graduations, UMN always raises the theme of culture as the concept of the event. In this graduation, the Dayak Tribe was chosen after previously raising the theme of the Baduy Tribe. Not without reason, this is done as an effort to preserve the culture that exists in Indonesia.
Dayak themes are implemented in every graduation visual material such as posters, invitations, bumpers, and so on. Not only that, the committee also used batik uniforms with motifs from the Dayak Tribe to further strengthen the presence of culture in this graduation.
“Hopefully this graduation ceremony can inspire graduates to become entrepreneurs as well as a momentum to preserve the culture that exists in Indonesia. Congratulations on becoming an alumni, good luck in the world of work, and never forget your beloved UMN alma mater,” concluded Hardiyanto.