Mataram, 27 January 2024 – The Rector of Universitas Mataram inaugurated 858 PPG graduates at the inauguration ceremony and professional oath for graduates of the Teacher Education Program (PPG) in 2023. The event took place at the Abu Bakar auditorium on Saturday, January 27, 2024.

The event began with a report from the head of the PPG study program. In his report, the head of the Unram PPG study program, Dr. Dadi Setiadi said that, “today Unram graduated 858 people with details of graduates from PPG in Position are 781 people while for PPG Prajab are 77 people.” This year’s PPG graduates come from various regions such as East Java, Bali, NTB, North Kalimantan, NTT, and Papua.

In the event, the rector of the University of Mataram, Prof. Ir. Bambang Hari Kusumo, M.Agr.St., Ph.D., officially inaugurated PPG graduates as teachers who are ready to contribute to the world of education. This inaugural event is a historic moment for graduates, families, and Mataram University as an educational institution that continues to be committed to producing quality educators.

In his speech, Prof. Bambang gave a message to the graduates. “Those of you who have graduated must show your identity as professional teachers, who not only master the subject matter but also have integrity, enthusiasm, and high dedication in educating the younger generation,” said the rector.

He also motivated the graduates who have not yet graduated to keep trying and prepare themselves well. “For those who have not passed, keep preparing yourself seriously so that you can pass the upcoming exams well. Success is not the end of the journey, but the beginning of a greater responsibility in shaping the character and future of the nation’s children,” he added.

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Figure 1. Reading of the Professional Oath of PPG graduates

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Figure 2. Rector inaugurates PPG graduates

The Dean of FKIP Unram, Drs. H. Lalu Zulkifli, M.Si., Ph.D. in his speech also gave a message to PPG graduates to continue to equip themselves with skills that are relevant to the times. "Continue to upgrade yourself with current demands and don't forget that this professional teacher title is not playing games so your awareness to continue learning must be instilled in yourself.", said the Dean. This message continues to be given to PPG graduates period after period to spark the enthusiasm of the graduates. The inauguration ceremony and professional oath also showed that the title obtained today is only the beginning to become an inspiring teacher for students and the surrounding environment.

The event was attended by lecturers, family, friends, and other invited guests who gave their full support to the graduates. Each PPG graduate of Mataram University then symbolically took an oath of office as their commitment to devote themselves as qualified and professional educators.

This inauguration and oath of office is not only a sign of graduation, but also an initial milestone for PPG graduates of Mataram University to make a positive contribution to the world of Indonesian education. Hopefully, they can become pillars of education that bring positive changes for future generations.

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Media Relations FKIP University of Mataram
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