On August 28, 2024, 9 students from the Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) officially completed their undergraduate studies. The nine graduates are 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), Airin Dinanti Firdaus (2019). The event was attended by graduates, lecturers, families, and invited guests. Several outstanding students received special awards. One of them was the best student in the Department of Microbiology, Badran Sa’adi, who completed his studies in 3 years, 10 months, and 8 days, with the highest GPA of 3.73. Badran also conducted research on gene insertion into plasmids to create recombinant plasmids. This research is expected to contribute valuable knowledge in the field of Microbiology.
As graduates of the strategically important Department of Microbiology in the development of the agricultural sector, these graduates are expected to make real contributions in the field. They are encouraged not only to pursue careers in the agricultural industry but also to actively engage in research, technological innovation, and advocacy for better agricultural policies. With the knowledge gained during their studies, the graduates are expected to become agents of change, advancing Indonesian agriculture through the application of sustainable modern microbiology.
The graduates’ enthusiasm for future achievements is palpable. Armed with the knowledge and experience they have gained, the graduates are ready to face the challenges of the working world and provide their best contributions to society and sustainable agriculture in Indonesia. This synergy is a strong testament to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), namely SDG 4: Quality Education, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, and SDG 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure.
Congratulations to all graduates of the Department of Agricultural Microbiology, Universitas Gadjah Mada!
Author: Roihana Ifa Kamalia