As part of the 60th Anniversary celebration of the Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Indonesia (FTUI) held on Wednesday (17/07), FTUI awarded the Lifetime Achievement Award and retirement awards to distinguished academic community members who have contributed significantly to the development and advancement of the faculty. The event was festive and emotional, attended by lecturers, administrative staff, students, and FTUI alumni.
FTUI presented the FTUI Lifetime Achievement Award to the late Prof. Dr. Ir. Bambang Sugiarto M.Eng. as an honor for his outstanding contributions during his 37-year tenure as a lecturer and researcher at FTUI. Prof. Bambang, who served as Dean of FTUI from 2008 to 2014, was known as the sole expert in Internal Combustion Engines at Universitas Indonesia. The award was symbolically presented by the Dean of FTUI, Prof. Dr. Ir. Heri Hermansyah, S.T., M.Eng., IPU, to Prof. Bambang’s wife, Prof. drg. Risqa Rina Darwita, Ph.D.
Prof. Heri stated, “This award is our way of appreciating Prof. Bambang for his immense contributions to the development of FTUI. His dedication as a lecturer, researcher, and leader at FTUI for 37 years leaves a memory that will always be cherished, becoming an exemplary figure who inspires us all.”
In addition to the Lifetime Achievement Award, the event also announced the Dean’s Awards and winners of the 60th FTUI Anniversary competitions, presented to over 300 academic community members. One of the special awards given was the retirement award to four administrative staff (tendik) of FTUI who have served for decades. This award was given in recognition of their dedication, loyalty, and contribution in supporting the operations and development of FTUI. The four retired staff members who received the award were Suherdi, Juandi, Udiyono, and Slamet Heryono.
“Administrative staff are an integral part of the FTUI community, working tirelessly behind the scenes to give their best for FTUI’s progress. The service rendered by Mr. Suherdi, Mr. Juandi, Mr. Udiyono, and Mr. Slamet Heryono is exemplary for all of us. Their presence certainly leaves an indelible mark in the history of the faculty,” said Prof. Heri Hermansyah.
Under the theme “Interdisciplinary Engineering for a Golden Indonesia 2045”, the peak event of the 60th Anniversary reflected FTUI’s commitment to supporting technological and innovation development through an interdisciplinary approach to achieve the vision of a Golden Indonesia 2045. The event concluded with a door prize draw, live performances, and a communal meal in a friendly and warm atmosphere. Participants were enthusiastic throughout the event, which also served as an occasion to strengthen the relationships among lecturers, students, administrative staff, and alumni.
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