In response to accelerating technological disruption and complex global challenges, UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta reaffirmed its commitment to delivering impact-driven higher education during the Open Senate Graduation Ceremony for Period II of the 2025/2026 Academic Year, held on Wednesday (11 February 2026). The ceremony was formally opened by the Chair of the University Senate, Prof. Dr. Kamsi.

A total of 570 graduates were conferred across disciplines. The Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teacher Training led with 213 graduates (97 bachelor’s, 113 master’s, 3 doctoral), followed by the Faculty of Ushuluddin and Islamic Thought with 182 (123 bachelor’s, 59 master’s). The Faculty of Adab and Cultural Sciences graduated 69 (58 bachelor’s, 11 master’s), the Faculty of Science and Technology 57 (49 bachelor’s, 8 master’s), and the Graduate School 49 (18 master’s, 31 doctoral).

In his address, Rector Prof. Noorhaidi Hasan emphasized that graduation signifies the completion of rigorous academic formation and the beginning of societal responsibility. He underscored the university’s integration–interconnection paradigm, which bridges Islamic studies, social sciences, humanities, science, and technology within a coherent epistemic framework. This approach positions Islamic scholarship as an ethical and philosophical foundation for interdisciplinary inquiry.

“You graduate with a ‘plus’ distinction,” the Rector stated, “possessing not only disciplinary competence, but also intellectual integrity, spirituality, and a commitment to contribute to society, the nation, and global civilization.”

Reinforcing the university’s direction as a “campus with impact,” he highlighted that academic excellence must translate into measurable societal contribution. Research conducted by faculty members and students is directed toward addressing contemporary challenges, while the establishment of an innovation and research downstreaming center ensures that scholarly outputs extend beyond publication into applicable solutions. This ecosystem strengthens the linkage between teaching, research, and community engagement.

For UIN Sunan Kalijaga, graduate outcomes are defined not solely by employment status or professional rank, but by meaningful contribution to social transformation. “Wherever they serve, as long as they create impact for society, they are our successful alumni,” he affirmed.

Representing the graduates, Zeni Lutfiyah, a Doctor of Islamic Studies, described graduation as a transition into broader responsibility. She encouraged fellow graduates to embrace resilience and initiative in navigating global realities.

The ceremony also recognized the fastest and highest-achieving graduates under Rector’s Decree Number 16.1 of 2026 dated 11 February 2026 across bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels.

Through this milestone, UIN Sunan Kalijaga reinforces its institutional commitment to high-quality teaching, interdisciplinary research, and graduate impact—advancing its role within regional, national, and international higher education landscapes.

(humassk)