FKIP UMS Prepares Graduates to Go Global
Surakarta — The Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) at Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) once again held its traditional Briefing and Farewell Ceremony for Prospective Graduates, Period III of the 2024/2025 academic year, on April 8, 2025, at the Muhammad Jazman Al Kindi Auditorium. This event is a long-standing tradition at FKIP UMS, serving as a moment of appreciation and motivation for graduates as they transition into the workforce or pursue higher education.
The theme of this year’s event was “FKIP UMS Graduates: Excellent and Globally Competitive.” With this theme, FKIP UMS encourages its graduates to develop strong competencies that enable them to make meaningful contributions in both local and global contexts.
570 Graduates Ready to Make Their Mark
In his report, FKIP Dean Prof. Dr. Sutama, M.Pd. announced that a total of 570 graduates were being honored in this period: 532 undergraduate (S1) graduates, 38 master’s (S2) graduates, and 1 doctoral (S3) graduate.
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Best Undergraduate Graduate: Nur Ahlul Khotimah (PGSD) – GPA: 3.98
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Best Master’s Graduate: Ratnawati Tri Utami (Master of Primary Education) – GPA: 4.00
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Best Doctoral Graduate: Indiah Dewi Murni (Doctor of Education) – GPA: 3.94
Outstanding Graduates by Program – S1 and S2
Undergraduate (S1):
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Amanda Putri Ardani (Accounting Education) – GPA: 3.94
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Zuhroh Wafa Athiyyah (Civics Education – PPKn) – GPA: 3.89
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Zahy Riswahyudha Ariyanto (Indonesian Language and Literature Education – PBSI) – GPA: 3.89
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Siti Alda Ibrahim (English Education) – GPA: 3.89
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Eva Puspita Sari (Mathematics Education) – GPA: 3.93
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Olivia Puja Aryanti (Biology Education) – GPA: 3.87
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Nur Ahlul Khotimah (PGSD) – GPA: 3.98
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Novelia Bunga Sawitri (Early Childhood Education – PGPAUD) – GPA: 3.88
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Devi Nur Halimah (Geography Education) – GPA: 3.92
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Rike Nur Safitri (Information Technology Education – PTI) – GPA: 3.80
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Adinda Novia Safitri (Physical Education – POR) – GPA: 3.72
Master’s (S2):
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Wahyudi Taufan Santosa (Educational Administration) – GPA: 3.97
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Ratnawati Tri Utami (Primary Education) – GPA: 4.00
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Aulia Sofia Nur Fadilah (Indonesian Language Education) – GPA: 3.89
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Atik Astrini (English Language Education) – GPA: 3.98
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Azzah Amani (Mathematics Education) – GPA: 3.95
Words of Wisdom from FKIP and UMS Leaders
In his address, Prof. Dr. Sutama congratulated the graduates and emphasized the importance of adapting to the digital era:
“You are entering a new chapter in life, so it’s essential to master digital technology and develop skills relevant to your field of study. Remember, education takes place in four key environments: the home (parents), schools (teachers and lecturers), the community (public figures), and each of these deserves your appreciation—especially your family, without whom you wouldn’t be here today. As FKIP UMS alumni, you must continue to innovate, grow, and contribute to society.”
UMS Rector Prof. Dr. Sofyan Anif, M.Si. also delivered an inspiring message:
“UMS continues to be one of the top private universities in Indonesia. Teachers carry a great responsibility for educating the nation and shaping a brilliant future toward Golden Indonesia 2045. Education is the transformation of values—not only scientific and technological, but also ethical, religious, and cultural values that build human character.”
Motivation and Real-World Preparation
The event featured a motivational session led by Naufal Ishartono, M.Pd., Ph.D., an award-winning lecturer from the Mathematics Education program. He reminded graduates:
“Welcome to the real world. Challenges await, and you’ll need not only knowledge but also experience and networking to thrive. We are now living in a VUCA era—volatile, uncertain, complex, and ambiguous—so be ready.”
Alumni Testimony and Celebratory Activities
The ceremony also featured a testimony by Muhammad Arif Prabawa, S.Pd., M.Pd., a dedicated and accomplished alumnus of the Mathematics Education program who currently serves as Principal of SD Unggulan Aisyiyah.
The event concluded with the singing of the national anthem Indonesia Raya and the Muhammadiyah anthem Sang Surya, followed by farewell messages from graduates, group photos with faculty leaders and lecturers, and various performances including Tari Gambyong Marikangen and musical performances that added a festive atmosphere to the event.
Contributor: Main Sufanti