Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB), Universitas Sebelas Maret (UNS), welcomed a visit from SMA Kristen 7 Penabur Jakarta, at the Suhardi Auditorium Building on Thursday, October 24, 2024. The entourage consisting of teachers and students of SMA Kristen 7 Penabur Jakarta, led by coordinator Very Silalahi, S.Sos., was welcomed by the Vice Dean of Student and Alumni Affairs, Tastaftiyan Risfandy, Ph.D., the Head of the Development Economics Program, Muhammad Yusuf Indra Purnama, S.E., M.Rech., Ph.D., and the Head of the Digital Business Program, Aldy Fariz Achsanta, S.E., M.Rech., Ph.D.
In his opening remarks, Tastaftiyan expressed appreciation and welcomed the teachers and students of SMA Kristen 7 Penabur to FEB UNS. “Thank you for visiting. We are very open to sharing knowledge and working in collaboration. FEB UNS is committed to be inclusive university, as universities today are encouraged not to be exclusive but to engage more broadly with external parties. One of the strategies available to achieve this objective is through community service programs, university teaching programs conducted at schools, as well as research or other academic activities that may take place either in schools or on other campuses. God willing, this collaboration and your visit will also be beneficial for us,” he stated.
He further highlighted that during this visit, representatives from each study program present would share information about their respective academic programs at FEB UNS.
Regarding the purpose of the visit, Very Silalahi, S.Pd., stated that the group consisted of 72 students accompanied by 12 teachers and the Principal of SMA Kristen 7 Penabur Jakarta. The visit was expected to provide valuable insights into the study programs and learning processes at FEB, as well as the career prospects for its graduates.
Tastaftiyan also encouraged students not to feel overwhelmed when choosing a study program at FEB UNS, as all programs are connected to the broader field of economics. Therefore, graduates will have access to a wide range of career opportunities. During the academic program presentation session, the Heads of the Development Economics and Digital Business undergraduate programs provided an overview of their respective departments, followed by a discussion session.