UIN Sunan Kalijaga has appointed Prof. Dr. Moch. Nur Ichwan, S.Ag., M.A., as the new Director of Postgraduate Studies for the interim period of 2024-2028. The inauguration ceremony, held on Monday (17/2/2025) at the Administrative Center Building (PAU) on the second floor, was conducted in accordance with Rector's Decree Number 31.2 of 2025. University leaders, faculty deans, and institutional heads attended the event to witness this significant moment.
The oath-taking ceremony was officiated by Vice Rector II for General Administration, Planning, and Finance, Dr. Mochamad Sodik, S.Sos., M.Si., and Head of the Bureau of General Administration and Finance, Dr. Ali Sodiq, S.Ag., M.A. Meanwhile, Prof. Dr. Maksudin, a senior faculty member from the Faculty of Education and Teacher Training, served as the religious advisor.
In his address, UIN Sunan Kalijaga’s Rector, Prof. Noorhaidi Hasan, extended his congratulations and shared his expectations for the new leadership in postgraduate education. He emphasized the importance of the postgraduate division in shaping graduates who excel academically and professionally.
"The Postgraduate Program at UIN Sunan Kalijaga must lead in producing scholars with outstanding academic capacities. Theses and dissertations must uphold the highest standards of academic integrity and have a meaningful impact on their respective fields," said the Rector.
He further stressed the need for innovation and adaptability in the face of budgetary constraints. While financial efficiency remains a priority, the delivery of high-quality academic services should not be compromised.
"We must adopt a dynamic mindset. Challenges should not hinder progress but rather serve as catalysts for innovation. Strengthening strategic partnerships, implementing double degree programs, joint degrees, and fostering visiting professor collaborations are essential. Internationalization efforts within the postgraduate program must be further advanced," he added.
With a vision centered on academic excellence and global engagement, Prof. Dr. Moch. Nur Ichwan is expected to lead UIN Sunan Kalijaga’s postgraduate division to greater achievements at both national and international levels. (prsk)