The Faculty of Animal Science (FAS) UGM graduated 19 bachelors in the May 2020 graduation period. The best graduate predicate was achieved by Denis Cyntia Melida Puspita, S.Pt with a GPA of 3.85. Thus, up to now FAS UGM has graduated 5450 graduates of undergraduate programs.
“We appreciate all graduates who graduated today, also to parents so that their children finish their studies. To our parents, we return graduates who have been educated with animal science technology and soft skill aspects which are very important in everyday life,” said the Dean of FAS UGM, Prof. Dr. Ir. Ali Agus, DAA., DEA., IPU., ASEAN. Eng in the graduation ceremony held online on Thursday (5/14).
The Dean also appreciated the students who finally graduated after struggling at the end of the study period. “This is a child’s duty and service to parents to complete their studies. For students, please complete your study, enthusiasm, don’t be discouraged,” said the Dean.
In addition, the Dean encourages students to continue their studies through a number of optional pathways, namely the engineering profession or the master’s program.
“There are a lot of scholarships, please compete for scholarships for your career. There is still a longer trip. Even though it is still a pandemic, keep the spirit and maintain safety,” said the Dean.
Chairman of the Alumni Family Faculty of Animal Science (Kapgama), Ir. Achmad Dawami, delivered his remarks through video recording. According to Dawami, the online graduation ceremony during the pandemic will not reduce the meaning of graduation.
“After graduating, there are two paths that can be taken, namely the professional path and the entrepreneurial path. Both are good and are needed by the state. These choices require strong leadership, humility, and adaptability. Continue to maintain and grow your skills, be honest, trustworthy, and always think positively,” Dawami said.