The Agricultural Microbiology Department graduated nine students consisting of four students from the 2017 cohort, three students from the 2019 cohort, and two students from the 2020 cohort. The Agricultural Microbiology Study Program graduation ceremony was held in the Microbial Ecology Laboratory Room, Agrotropica Learning Center (AGLC) 4th Floor on Monday, July 22, 2024, attended by the Head of the Study Program, the Head of the Department, and the Thesis Supervisors. The graduation ceremony began with a speech by Prof. Ir. Irfan Dwidya Prijambada, M.Eng., Ph.D.
“In the journey towards achieving our goals, we need to realize that every great dream requires forging and diligent effort. There are no shortcuts to success; only through perseverance, hard work, and patience can we achieve what we dream of,” said Irfan.
The nine students who participated in the judisium were Dewi Aryanti Anggraini (2019), Fatih Pangesti (2017), Agnes Dewantari (2017), Dhia Fildzah Farhana (2017), Putri Purwandari Caecilia (2017), Badran Sa’adi (2020), Jihan Mustika (2019), I Nyoman Aris Suardana (2020), and Airin Dinanti Firdaus (2019). Four students graduated with honors (Cumlaude), four students graduated with Very Satisfactory (Excellent) predicates, and one student graduated with a Satisfactory predicate. One of the students who graduated cumlaude, Badran Sa’adi, managed to complete his studies in 3 years, 10 months, and 8 days, with the highest IPK of 3.73.
“During my time as an agricultural microbiology student, I gained a lot of valuable experiences. Not only in theory, but I also learned to become a better person. One of the most memorable experiences for me was when I was conducting research for my final project. I faced difficulties in inserting a gene into a plasmid to create a recombinant plasmid. I tried various approaches to complete the research, such as analyzing and evaluating the work I had done, searching for literature to find alternative methods, and discussing with my thesis supervisor to find solutions to the problems I encountered. From this experience, I became a diligent, structured, and critical individual. I would like to thank the lecturers who have guided me, as well as my fellow students who accompanied me during my time as an agricultural microbiology student. I hope the Agricultural Microbiology Department continues to advance and gain recognition both nationally and internationally,” said Badran. After the students’ reflections, the event concluded with a group photo session.
This synergy serves as strong evidence for achieving SDG 1: No Poverty, SDG 2: Zero Hunger, SDG 4: Quality Education, and SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth.
“Congratulations to the new graduates!”