On Friday, February 2, 2024, the Soft Opening of the University of Jakarta International (UNIJI) Campus took place at the Jakarta International Tower (JIT) in Slipi, West Jakarta.
The event kicked off with a Mass led by Father Agustinus Suharyadi, SJ, followed by the blessing of various rooms in the 23-story campus building. After this solemn start, the ribbon-cutting ceremony was conducted by the SIJI Group Foundation Board, the Foundation Di, officials from UNIJI and Jakarta International College (JIC), and other distinguished guests.
Following the ribbon-cutting, a symbolic rice cone-cutting ceremony (tumpeng) marked the occasion. As a gesture of appreciation to the Foundation Board, Prof. Dr. Sihol Situngkir, MBA, presented the Batak Ulos (traditional cloth) to Dr. Antonius Agus Susanto and Dr. Wenny Candra Mandagie. Prof. Sihol explained that the ulos symbolize the rich cultural heritage of the Nusantara region and carry prayers and blessings for the families of Dr. Agus and Dr. Wenny.
Dr. Agus shared insights into the challenging journey of transforming JIC Tower into the modern campus it is today, emphasizing his wife Dr. Wenny's inspiration and their shared commitment to excellence. Dr. Wenny, in her speech, expressed gratitude for her husband's unwavering support, underscoring their shared vision for providing a top-quality educational environment for Indonesia's youth.
In his inaugural address, Prof. Dr. Sihol Situngkir, MBA, outlined a strategic vision for UNIJI and JIC, focusing on collaborative approaches to achieving their long-term goals. Drawing on his expertise in strategic planning, Prof. Sihol emphasized the importance of nurturing excellent human resources to drive success until 2049
With his experience as the former Rector of Unika Santo Thomas Medan, Prof. Sihol provided clear direction on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for effective university governance, aligning with national directives on curriculum, faculty, and graduate quality.
The Soft Opening marked the beginning of an exciting chapter for UNIJI, which is set to welcome its first intake at the JIT building in September 2024.
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https://koranprogresif.co.id/soft-opening-kampus-university-of-jakarta-international/
https://ekpos.com/2024/02/05/soft-opening-kampus-university-of-jakarta-international/
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