The Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) UMSU held a graduation ceremony for 411 graduates of the first semester of 2025 at the UMSU Auditorium, Jalan Muchtar Basri No. 3, Medan, on Thursday (3/7).
The graduates are from three programmes: Management (262 students), Accounting (129 students), and Development Economics (20 students).
During this solemn occasion, in his address, UMSU Rector Prof. Dr. H. Agusani, M.AP, expressed pride in the graduates’ achievements and full support for FEB UMSU in promoting competitive and innovative education quality.
“Congratulations to you all who have been conferred degrees. A degree is not the end, but the beginning of meaningful contributions to society,” he said.
He emphasized that UMSU not only educates academically but also spiritually and in character. FEB alumni must become agents of change. They must not only be ready for work but also ready to compete globally.
FEB is a pillar of UMSU’s history. It has been admitting over 2,000 students annually since its inception. “This is a challenge to maintain achievements and continue innovating,” he said.
As an academic appreciation and support, UMSU offers scholarships ranging from 50% to full tuition waivers for the top five students who wish to pursue a master’s degree at UMSU to support the next generation of excellence.
The Dean of FEB UMSU, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Januri, S., M.M., M.Si., CMA, expressed gratitude to all lecturers and educational staff. He noted that despite limitations, they have shaped the future generation.
Previously, Haryati Harahap, S.M., a graduate of the Management programme, shared her impressions and messages during her time at UMSU. According to her, UMSU is not just a place to learn, but a place to shape the future. She achieved a thesis waiver thanks to participating in the National Student Research Competition (Pimnas) at UNPAD.
“I am the first university graduate in my family. My mother is a single parent who raised nine children without a husband. Today, I stand here carrying my family’s dreams,” she said tearfully.
Then, Muhammad Raihan, S.Ak, a graduate of the Accounting programme, shared his struggles during his education: “The struggles during university were very tough, from searching for journals to chasing professors’ signatures, almost giving up. But today, it’s all worth it. UMSU has proven to be superior to public universities.”
The event continued with the presentation of sashes and awards to the top graduates from each programme: Sylvia Zuraidah Lubis SM, Management Programme with a GPA of 3.90; Desmy Ulianta SAk, Accounting Programme with a GPA of 3.92; and Namira Ustariana SE, Development Economics Programme with a GPA of 3.85.
