UIII 2nd Commencement: 88 Graduates, 13 Nations, One Global Community
August 29, 2024
Contributor: Supriyono | Editor: Dadi Darmadi | Photo: Achmad Jatnika
Universitas Islam Internasional Indonesia (UIII) successfully held its second commencement ceremony on Thursday, August 29, 2024, at the Lecture Hall, 6th Floor, Rectorate Building, UIII Campus in Depok West Java.
This momentous occasion saw the conferral of degrees to 88 graduating students from 13 different countries, showcasing UIII’s commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic environment. The graduates hailed from Indonesia, India, Morocco, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Pakistan, Tunisia, Egypt, Afghanistan, Gambia, Timor Leste, Yemen, and Somalia.
The degrees conferred included a Master of Arts in Islamic Studies (29 graduates), a Master of Arts in Political Sciences (18 graduates), a Master of Arts in Economics (25 graduates), and a Master of Arts in Education (16 graduates). This diverse cohort of graduates reflects UIII’s dedication to academic excellence and international collaboration.
UIII Rector Prof. Dr. Jamhari expressed his pride in the graduates, stating, “Today, we celebrate not only the academic achievements of our students but also the rich diversity and international spirit that they bring to our university. Each graduate has shown remarkable dedication and resilience, and I am confident they will continue to make significant contributions to their respective fields and communities.”
The commencement, also known as graduation, ceremony was a celebration of the hard work and achievements of the students, who have demonstrated exceptional dedication and perseverance throughout their academic journey. The event was attended by UIII’s Chairman of Board of Trustees, faculty members, educational staff, family members, ambassadors and distinguished guests, all of whom gathered to honor the graduates’ accomplishments.
Vice Rector of Academic Dr. Phil. Syafiq Hasyim highlighted the unique approach to this year’s commencement ceremony, saying, “This year, we had the honor of inviting embassy representatives of the graduating students, in addition to their parents and families. This inclusion underscores our commitment to fostering a global community and recognizing the international support systems that contribute to our students’ success. I congratulate all the graduates and wish them the very best in their future endeavors.”
Attending the ceremony was Yemen Ambassador to Indonesia H.E. Mohamed Ali Al-Najar, witnessing one of his citizens, Ebrahim Omar Obaid Basalma, a UIII student at the Faculty of Economics and Business receiving the Best Student Award with a cumulative GPA of 3.98 out 4.00. Also present at the event was Mr. Tor Tobing, Chief Executive Officer at the Finance Ministry of the Republic of Indonesia.
Established based on Presidential Decree No. 57 Year 2016, UIII started its academic activity in 2021 with four faculties: Faculty of Islamic Studies, Faculty of Social Sciences, Faculty of Economics and Business, and Faculty of Education. This is the second time that it has held a commencement ceremony. Last year, UIII inaugurated 72 graduates coming from 13 countries: Indonesia, Egypt, Togo, Ivory Coast, Algeria, Afghanistan, the Philippines, Nepal, Yemen, Cameroon, Pakistan, Gambia, and Bangladesh.
UIII continues to strive towards its mission of providing high-quality education and fostering a global community of scholars. UIII also offers master’s dual degree programs, collaborating with well-known universities worldwide, such as the University of Edinburgh, SOAS University of London, University of Dundee, and Deakin University. UIII looks forward to the continued success of its graduates as they embark on a new chapter of their life either in their professional field or further academic endeavors.