KUPANG – In order to liven up and ensure the success of the peak celebration of Universitas Nusa Cendana's (Undana) anniversary on September 1st, 2023, Rector Undana, Prof. Dr. drh. Maxs U. E. Sanam, M.Sc, inaugurated (launched) the opening of the 61st Anniversary..
The inauguration event was marked by a balloon release ceremony conducted by the Rector, Prof. Maxs, along with the leadership team of Undana, at the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training (FKIP) Undana's Deanery Yard on Friday, August 28th, 2023.
Accompanying Undana's Rector were Vice Rector I for Academic Affairs, Prof. Dr. drh. Annytha I. R. Detha, M.Si, Vice Rector IV for Planning, Cooperation, and Information Systems, Prof. Dr. Jefri S. Bale, ST., M.Eng, Dean of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP), Dr. Malkisedek Taneo, M.Si, Chairman of the 61st Anniversary Committee, Dr. Jacobis Messakh, M.Si, Dean of the Faculty of Animal Husbandary, Marine and Fisheries (FPKP), Dr. Ir. Arnold Manu, M.P, Dean of the Faculty of Science and Technology (FST), Prof. Philiphi de Rozari, S.Si, Ph.D, Dean of the Faculty of Law (FH), Dr. Reny Rebeka Masu, M.Hum, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Dr. Apriana Fanggidae, MM, Head of the Institute of Research and Community Service (LPPM), Dr. Damianus Adar, M.Ec, and Head of the General and Finance Bureau, Dra. Karolina K. Sangkala, M.Si, along with several faculty heads, bureaus, institutions, and others. Also present were the Chairwoman of the Undana Dharma Wanita Association, Mrs. Hembang M. Pancasilawati Sanam, and her team, as well as Undana students.
The Chairman of the 61st Anniversary Committee of Undana, Dr. Jacobis J. Messakh, M.Si, explained in his report that this year's anniversary event carries the theme "synergy towards Undana's excellence." This theme is a hope and prayer to achieve a level of excellence in the three pillars of higher education, serving Undana's dedication to the community in the East Nusa Tenggara Province (NTT). Furthermore, the theme also serves as an encouragement to attain outstanding accreditation for the institution and even excellent and international accreditation for the study programs (Prodi).
"We are aware that to achieve all of this, it is essential to foster optimism and firm determination that nothing is impossible at Undana if we all synergize to achieve success together," emphasized Dr. Yapi.
"With limited time, funds, and resources, this event is carried out by fostering collaboration between Undana and its partners to organize these activities as a gesture of gratitude towards 61st years of Undana. Despite these limitations, the concept of this year's celebration is to be economical, lively, joyful, and happy," added the Vice Dean II of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP) Undana.
They explained that since the opening of this Dies Natalis, all activities such as workshops, seminars, and public lectures that are carried out using the DIPA (Budget Implementation List) should be interpreted as part of the 61st Anniversary celebration of Undana.
Furthermore, Dr. Yapi explained that the "clean Friday" activity along with a leisurely walk that took place today will continue until the 8th of September. As for the leisurely walk involving the academic community and retired staff, Dr. Yapi mentioned that it will be conducted on the 26th of August in the designated area. car free day (CFD) Jl.El Tari Kota Kupang.
The sports activities in anticipation of this year's anniversary celebration include Futsal, Badminton, Volleyball, and Table Tennis.
"Furthermore, there will be free medical treatment provided to Undana's lecturers, staff, and students every Friday from today until September 8th, courtesy of the health team," he mentioned.
Furthermore, Dr. Yapi, a lecturer from the Building Engineering Study Program within the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, also mentioned that the synergy of activities leading up to Undana's anniversary has begun to take shape through the preparations undertaken by the committee. "With strong commitment, the support of the Rector and his team, as well as all faculties and partners, the events leading up to the 61st Undana Anniversary can be carried out successfully," he added.
"As the Rector stated, human choices are either black or white, as there is no gray area. That is why we are all working diligently and synergizing, as there are so many things we can accomplish in this way," Dr. Yapi emphasized.
He also expressed gratitude and extended apologies to all parties who supported the activities.
Meanwhile, Undana's Rector, Prof. Dr. drh. Maxs U. E. Sanam, M.Sc, expressed his appreciation in his speech to the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training (FKIP) at Undana, which has agreed to host the organization of the 61st Undana Anniversary.
Professor Maxs mentioned that in order to achieve Undana's excellence and glory, all components within Undana must maintain and enhance synergy, consolidation, and collaboration in their work.
The Rector emphasized that to advance Undana, it does not necessarily require someone exceptionally smart or intelligent to lead. This is because the people being led are Professors, Doctors, and Masters. "What we need is to find ways to mobilize the existing human resources' capacity to carry out extraordinary actions," he asserted.
Because, as the Rector of Undana continued, extraordinary ideas and concepts can come from Vice Rectors, Deans, Vice Deans, Heads of Study Programs, and other leaders within Undana.
The Rector mentioned that just this year, Undana has welcomed 12 new Professors. "What does this addition of 12 exceptional individuals mean? It means they must contribute and have an effective impact on everyone. The way to achieve this is through synergy and collaboration," he explained.
Professor Maxs reminded that anyone who will become a leader of Undana in the future or lead a faculty must prioritize the advancement of the institution over their personal progress.
The Rector even mentioned that lately, he has been criticized by the public and even internally at Undana. However, Prof. Maxs emphasized that despite this, Undana has not failed.
"I am actually happy, and criticism doesn't bother me. But don't you dare say that Undana is a failure; that makes me angry. It's fine if people want to criticize us, but I am determined to find a balance as soon as possible. We may have many shortcomings, but we must honestly acknowledge that significant improvements have been made," he emphasized.
All progress and development at Undana, the Rector mentioned, should not be claimed as individual contributions, but rather, all these advancements are thanks to collective efforts or the contributions of past and present Undana leaders.
"Once again, it requires synergy and collaboration to achieve Undana's excellence," concluded the Rector of Undana.
For your information, this year FKIP is hosting the celebration of Undana's anniversary celebration. Before the inauguration, the Rector, along with the leadership team, employees, and students of Undana, participated in a fun walk combined with a trash collection activity. The walk started from FKIP and continued to the Faculty of Animal Husbandry, Marine and Fisheries (FPKP), then to the Faculty of Agriculture (Faperta) towards the Dryland Island Laboratory, followed by a visit to the Institute for Research and Community Service (LPPM), and proceeded to the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) before returning to FKIP. (rfl)
