Many Opportunities, Consul General of Japan Encourages UMM Wisuwadan to Work and Study in Japan

Author : Humas | Saturday, September 30, 2023 05:21 WIB

Awarding UMM graduates to their parents (Photo: Lintang Humas).

Indonesia and Japan have been cooperating in the economic field since 1968. This cooperation aims to help each other in building a common economy. This was conveyed by Takeyama Kenichi, Consul General of Japan, who attended the 110th graduation ceremony of Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) on September 26.

Furthermore, Takeyama said that Indonesia and Japan's cooperation has been built since 1920. Many Japanese people migrated to Indonesia and built housing there. At that time, there was also a school for Japanese citizens in 1925. Then, during the Second World War, the Japanese consulate and schools in Indonesia were finally closed.

Then, in 1968, cooperation between Indonesia and Japan was re-established. At that time, a number of Japanese companies opened their business opportunities in Indonesia. There are around 150 companies that have been established, especially in East Java until now. Conversely, many Indonesians also work and study in Japan.

"One of the impacts of the collaboration is the increasing number of job opportunities that are built and community empowerment. So, UMM graduates and students can take this opportunity to continue their studies or even work in Sakura country. Moreover, Japan is currently experiencing a population crisis," he added.

On the other hand, there were messages and important things conveyed by the Chairperson of the East Java Aisyiyah Regional Leadership Dra. Rukmini, M. Ap. According to her, graduates must prioritize adab over new knowledge when plunging into society. "Because grades are not so important. What is important is adab and social behaviour," she added.

Rukmini also emphasized that the secret for someone to be successful is to remember their parents. Likewise, she does not forget the alma mater that raised him and always prays for teachers or lecturers who have taught him many things.

Equally important is the skill that matches the needs of the industry. This was conveyed by the Rector of UMM, Prof. Dr. Fauzan, M.Pd. According to him, being smart is not enough, UMM alumni must be active and civilized and provide the best solution to many problems. Through the Center of Excellence (CoE) program, the White Campus also trains its students to be able to build soft skills needed in the world of work.

"I am sure that the 2,471 graduates who graduated today are the golden candidates of the nation. Hopefully, the knowledge gained from UMM can be a provision for entering the world of society," he said. (*faq/wil/fajr)

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