Indonesia
Postgraduate Program in Universitas Islam Malang (UNISMA) has officially sent off 217 graduation candidates from various academic programs in the current period. The candidates come from the doctoral level, namely the Doctoral Program in Multicultural Islamic Religious Education, and 10 master’s programs: Master in Islamic Religious Education, Master in Islamic Family Law, Master in Law, Master in Indonesian Language Education, Master in English Language Education, Master in Management, Master in Public Administration, Master in Notary, Master of Animal Husbandry, and Master in Mathematics Education.
Director Shares Nine Keys to Success for Graduates
The send-off ceremony, held on Sunday evening (26/10), was also attended by family members and companions, adding to the festive and solemn atmosphere of the event. In his welcoming address, UNISMA Postgraduate Director Prof. Mas’ud Said delivered nine key messages to guide graduates as they embark on their professional journeys.
“In professional life, hard work is non-negotiable. What you accomplish may look astonishing to outsiders, but you know it comes from lots of hard work,” he said.
The remaining eight messages included: 1) your team must be strong, 2) you must maintain balance, 3) momentum is key to performance, 4) flexibility is essential, 5) continuous practice is necessary, 6) mutual support is crucial, 7) everyone must play their role, and 8) everyone must remain in sync.
Rector’s Message at the Send-Off of 217 Graduation Candidates
Rector of Universitas Islam Malang, Prof. Dr. Junaidi, M.Pd., Ph.D., reinforced the director’s message on the importance of perseverance and dedication. He noted that the graduates’ hard work was clearly reflected in the successful completion of their studies, a process that undeniably required sustained effort and commitment.
The Rector further emphasized that postgraduate students are a vital component in supporting UNISMA’s vision of becoming a world-class university. One of the key performance indicators in achieving this goal, he said, is the production of high-quality research published in reputable academic journals.
He also stressed that strong research outcomes must be accompanied by the ability to present findings concisely in the form of scholarly articles. Should any gaps remain in this area, graduates are encouraged and required to continue consulting their supervisors or promoters at UNISMA.
Chairman of the UNISMA Foundation Board, Prof. Dr. Ir. Agus Sugianto, M.P., reflected on the symbolic meaning behind the shifting of the graduation tassel.
“The movement of the tassel represents a transformation from ontology and epistemology acquired during the course of study towards axiology, where knowledge is translated into action and tangible impact for society,” he explained.
The ceremony is expected to serve as a meaningful milestone and a moment of preparation for the official graduation ahead. Congratulations to all Postgraduate Program graduates of the 77th period. (AL/PPS)
