The Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP), Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), officially closed its two-day PIONIR Agrophoria 2026 orientation program on Wednesday (6/8), at Kamarijani Soenjoto Auditorium, FTP UGM. Over the course of the event, incoming students were introduced to university life through sessions on UGM’s core values, academic culture, character development, and the range of competencies needed to support their learning and personal growth throughout their studies at FTP UGM.
Dean of FTP UGM, Prof. Dr. Ir. Eni Harmayani, M.Sc., described Agrophoria as a pivotal first step for new students, both in getting to know the campus and in absorbing the values that will guide them throughout their time as university students. “Of course, beyond introducing students to campus life, this Agrophoria program is also about introducing UGM’s core values, academic culture, and the spirit of learning, as well as equipping them to grow in higher education going forward,” said the Dean of FTP UGM.
The Dean also encouraged new students to carry the “Four C” with them throughout their academic journey: creativity, competence, character, and compassion. Creativity, she explained, is the capacity to keep generating innovation; competence calls for continuously sharpening one’s skills and developing personal potential; character is expressed through honesty and a sense of responsibility; while compassion drives students to care for others and work collaboratively. Together, these four values are intended to form the foundation for FTP UGM graduates who are not only academically excellent but also hold strong integrity and social awareness.
That spirit carried through the second day of PIONIR Agrophoria 2026, which offered new students a mix of inspiration and hands-on learning. Participants took part in a Student Achievement Talkshow as well as the Cultivating Agrotechnovation Talkshow, themed “Synthetic Food Innovation and Natural Resource Efficiency for a Sustainable Future.” Students also joined a Focus Group Discussion on Resilience Food Strategy to sharpen their critical thinking and teamwork skills, and completed a “Build My Path” mind-mapping exercise to chart their personal development plans for their four years of study at FTP UGM.
Beyond academic preparation, new students were given a closer look at campus life through the Student Organization Expo, which brought together the various student associations and interest units active within FTP UGM. The expo gave participants the chance to explore different avenues for developing their interests and talents, including a hands-on rock-climbing activity at the booth of Gitapala, FTP UGM’s student mountaineering and nature-exploration club, carried out under close supervision and established safety procedures. The activity offered new students an early opportunity to identify where they might channel their energy and interests during campus life.
The PIONIR Agrophoria 2026 series concluded with a spirited parade of all participant groups, symbolizing the unity of this year’s cohort of “Agrotech Muda” (Young Agrotechnologists). The atmosphere was further energized by the presence of Ultras Tractor, FTP UGM’s student supporter group, whose enthusiasm helped close out the event on a high note. The program was then formally declared closed, marking the end of this year’s new student orientation series. Festivities continued with a performance by PSTP Band (Paguyuban Seni Teknologi Pertanian, the Faculty’s agricultural technology arts community), which invited all participants to sing along together as a closing highlight of the event.
Through PIONIR Agrophoria 2026, FTP UGM hopes its new students will be able to adapt smoothly to university life, develop their academic and non-academic potential in a balanced way, and grow into creative, competent Agrotech Muda who hold strong integrity and a genuine sense of care ready to contribute to Indonesia’s agricultural development and food security.
This activity supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, through the character-building and competency development provided to new students; SDG 16: Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions, through the strengthening of academic culture and integrity values; and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, through the collaboration among faculty leadership, lecturers, education staff, student organizations, and students in creating an inclusive and collaborative learning environment.
Contributor : Bernadetta Shella