{"id":17983,"date":"2026-06-23T11:31:47","date_gmt":"2026-06-23T04:31:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/umsu.ac.id\/en\/?p=17983"},"modified":"2026-07-18T11:33:54","modified_gmt":"2026-07-18T04:33:54","slug":"umsu-graduates-2440-students-muhammadiyah-commends-the-universitys-international-achievements","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/umsu.ac.id\/en\/umsu-graduates-2440-students-muhammadiyah-commends-the-universitys-international-achievements\/","title":{"rendered":"UMSU Graduates 2,440 Students; Muhammadiyah Commends the University’s International Achievements"},"content":{"rendered":"

Universitas Muhammadiyah Sumatera Utara (UMSU) held its First Graduation Ceremony of 2026<\/strong> over three days, from June 23\u201325<\/strong>, at the Selecta Convention Hall on Jalan Listrik No. 2, Medan. A total of 2,440 graduates<\/strong> were awarded their degrees during the commencement ceremonies.<\/p>\n

The opening day was attended by Dr. H. Agus Taufiqurrohman, Sp.S., M.Kes.<\/strong>, Chairman of the Central Board of Muhammadiyah (PP Muhammadiyah); Prof. Saiful Anwar Matondang, M.A., Ph.D.<\/strong>, Head of the Higher Education Service Institution (LLDIKTI) Region I; Prof. Dr. Hasyimsyah Nasution, M.A.<\/strong>, Chairman of the Muhammadiyah Regional Board of North Sumatra; and Dr. Nur Rahmah Amini, M.Ag.<\/strong>, Chairwoman of the North Sumatra Regional Board of Aisyiyah.<\/p>\n

Also in attendance were Prof. Dr. Agussani, M.AP.<\/strong>, Chairman of the UMSU Board of Trustees (BPH); Prof. Dr. Muhammad Arifin, M.Hum.<\/strong>, Vice Rector I; Dr. Rudianto, M.Si.<\/strong>, Vice Rector III; the Director of the Graduate School, faculty deans, heads of study programs, graduates’ families, and invited guests.<\/p>\n

The first day of the graduation ceremony celebrated 787 graduates<\/strong> from the Graduate School<\/strong>, the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FKIK)<\/strong>, and the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP)<\/strong>. Among the graduates was Kreyya Dani<\/strong> from Cambodia<\/strong>, who completed her studies at the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education.<\/p>\n

UMSU Rector Prof. Dr. Akrim, M.Pd.<\/strong> revealed that the university is currently home to 71 international students<\/strong> from countries including Cambodia, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and the United States<\/strong>. Looking ahead to the 2026 academic year<\/strong>, he noted that more than 1,200 prospective students from 51 countries<\/strong> had applied for admission to UMSU.<\/p>\n

“I sincerely appreciate the dedication of our entire academic community for achieving this remarkable milestone. However, due to capacity considerations, UMSU is currently able to admit a maximum of 50 international students each year,” he said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

The Rector also highlighted UMSU’s growing international reputation through recognition from leading global ranking and accreditation organizations, including QS Rankings<\/strong>, Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings<\/strong>, World University Rankings<\/strong>, and the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA)<\/strong>. In addition, two study programs in the Faculty of Economics and Business<\/strong> and two programs in the Faculty of Islamic Studies<\/strong> have earned FIBAA international accreditation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

During his address, Prof. Akrim also presented the outstanding achievements of UMSU lecturers and students at both the national and international levels.<\/p>\n

Congratulating the graduates, he expressed confidence that they would continue to excel in their careers, contribute to Indonesia’s development, and make their families proud.<\/p>\n

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The Rector also reminded graduates that they would face increasingly complex challenges in today’s world. He identified two major issues shaping the future: rapid global digital transformation and society’s growing dependence on digital technologies.<\/p>\n

UMSU, he emphasized, continues to strengthen its commitment to implementing the Three Pillars of Higher Education (Tri Dharma)<\/strong> along with the university’s Fourth Dharma<\/strong>, while maintaining the public’s trust.<\/p>\n

“UMSU remains committed to becoming an excellent university that contributes meaningfully to the development of Indonesia’s human resources,” he said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Muhammadiyah Praises UMSU’s International Achievements<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Chairman of the Central Board of Muhammadiyah (PP Muhammadiyah)<\/strong>, Dr. H. Agus Taufiqurrohman, Sp.S., M.Kes.<\/strong>, expressed his appreciation and pride for UMSU’s remarkable achievements on the international stage.<\/p>\n

“UMSU is one of Muhammadiyah’s flagship universities, recognized for its outstanding achievements and continuous progress,” he said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

He also praised UMSU as a university whose accomplishments have created meaningful impact both nationally and globally.<\/p>\n

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“Graduation is not the finish line; it is the beginning of applying your knowledge to build a better life,” he remarked.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

He encouraged graduates to uphold integrity and maintain strong moral, spiritual, and intellectual values throughout their professional lives, emphasizing that higher education should produce graduates who make tangible contributions to society.<\/p>\n

“The products of higher education must create real impact. That is why we need scholars who possess a genuine spirit of scientific inquiry,” he said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

During the ceremony, Dr. Agus also announced that the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FKIK) UMSU<\/strong> plans to open two new medical specialist programs<\/strong> and develop a premium teaching hospital<\/strong>, further strengthening the university’s contribution to healthcare education.<\/p>\n

Earlier, Prof. Saiful Anwar Matondang<\/strong>, Head of LLDIKTI Region I, commended UMSU’s rapid development, particularly in medical and health sciences education.<\/p>\n

He noted that, beyond its growing international reputation, UMSU has successfully established several medical specialist programs and encouraged the university to continue expanding them in response to public needs.<\/p>\n

“UMSU has successfully introduced several specialist medical programs. We hope to see even more specialist programs in the future because they are greatly needed by society,” he said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

He also encouraged UMSU to accelerate the promotion of more academics to the rank of Professor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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“We strongly support and encourage the appointment of more professors at UMSU,” he emphasized.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Cambodian Graduate Shares Her UMSU Journey<\/strong><\/h2>\n

One of the ceremony’s most touching moments came when Kreyya Dani<\/strong>, a graduate from Cambodia<\/strong>, shared her inspiring journey of studying at UMSU.<\/p>\n

Coming from a farming family, she admitted that adapting to life in Medan was initially challenging.<\/p>\n

“When I first arrived in Medan, I didn’t understand the language or even the local currency,” she recalled.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Despite those difficulties, the warmth and kindness of the local community helped her adapt quickly.<\/p>\n

“Everyone treated me with kindness,” she said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

Kreyya expressed her deep appreciation for the university that had become her second home.<\/p>\n

“I am proud to be part of UMSU. UMSU is my second home,” she said.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

As part of the first graduation ceremony of 2026, Rector Prof. Akrim awarded postgraduate scholarships<\/strong> to an outstanding graduate from Cambodia<\/strong> and to a graduate from the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FKIK)<\/strong>. The university also provided educational scholarships to the two younger siblings of Nobri Ardani<\/strong>, a student from the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education who passed away shortly after completing his undergraduate thesis defense, as a gesture of compassion and continued support for his family.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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