UII Industrial Engineering 2023 Students: A Journey of Achievements in His First Year
Ahmad Arro’uf Sulfuadi, a UII Industrial Engineering student from the 2023 batch, has made numerous outstanding achievements in his first year. Rouf, as he is commonly referred to, is known for his persistence, dedication, and clear vision. From the very beginning, Rouf has made specific plans to fulfill his academic goals and, more than just planning, has put them into action.
Rouf’s journey of achievement began soon after he officially became a UII student in August 2023. In the midst of his busy orientation schedule, Rouf, who has long been interested in energy transition, placed in the top ten of an article writing competition on climate change and energy transition concerns, held by the Hijau Indonesia Institute and the Indonesian Center for Environmental Law. Furthermore, he succeeded to the semifinals of Kampusinovatif.id‘s Business Plan competition, which featured IBISMA as a media partner.
Rouf did not stop there; he continued to expand his achievements as an outstanding student by becoming a grand finalist in ADHI ICon and won the Best Work Safety and Community Involvement award alongside his partner, Alan Salim. At the same time, his team placed fourth in the Best GFT UII category in PKM-IC and took bronze in the International Youthpreneur Competition.
University’s Support and Preparation
Rouf revealed that while preparing for the competition, he always attempted to improve his sensitivity and critical thinking toward issues and environmental situations. In addition, he was carefully taking notes and pursuing any ideas that came to him. A positive environment, with complete support from the university and study program, both in terms of guidance and financing, enhanced Rouf’s achievement. He is grateful that his presence at university has helped him build new connections. In addition, motivation comes from UII Industrial Engineering lecturers who are always willing to help and provide opportunities for growth.
Benefits and Goals
Rouf’s achievements are not only an investment in knowledge and experience for the future, but also beneficial to his daily life. He has gained confidence in talking with others, increased his writing skills, and became more able to use technology and journals. Rouf also got more solution-oriented and empathetic at dealing with the difficulties around him. Although he still feels insecure, he chooses to see his emotions positively.
“Insecurity and fear are definitely there; it’s essential for us. After all, we are still human, it’s sunnatullah. However, there is one sunnatullah that we must understand: Allah wouldn’t have created us without potential. So, don’t waste that potential. Since then and even after my college days at UII are over, I’ll continue to hold onto those dreams. With all the fear and insecurity that must be overcome. It’s okay, all is well,” said Rouf.
Rouf realizes that not everyone has the same opportunities. Therefore, he is determined to use every opportunity at college as a learning experience. He aims to continue to develop and brings benefits to himself, UII, and the community, both now and in the future. Finally, Rouf expressed his enthusiasm to his comrades, “Best wishes to all outstanding colleagues, just do what you want and you will be what you start today! InsyaAllah, good news for what we’re working on,” He concluded.
Syawarani Gayatri
