Indonesiantalk.com — IPDN Graduates 1,305 Government Thinkers: Tito Karnavian Emphasizes Professional Civil Servants as the Key to Future-Proof Governance
A wave of pride and emotion swept through the campus of the Institute of Public Administration (IPDN) today as 1,305 new thinkers in the field of governmental science officially graduated during the Open Senate Session for the 2024/2025 Academic Year.
More than a ceremonial event, the moment was a testament to Indonesia’s continued investment in developing top-tier brainpower to strengthen its national administrative system.
The highlight of the day was the presence of Minister of Home Affairs, Tito Karnavian, who delivered a powerful message. He underscored that IPDN is not merely an educational institution, but a “factory of professional civil servants”—individuals who form the backbone of effective and efficient governance across Indonesia.
“IPDN is where professional civil servants are born—those who can implement governance that is both effective and efficient. They will be the key to surviving in an increasingly complex world,” Tito declared to a thunderous applause.
He also stressed the importance of balancing theoretical understanding with policy implementation. Quoting Joseph Mayone Stycos, he remarked:
“If theory without policy is for academics, then policy without theory is for gamblers.”
Tito noted that theory without execution remains mere discourse, while policymaking without a scientific basis becomes a risky gamble.
IPDN: A Cradle of Thinkers, Not Just Degrees
IPDN Rector Dr. Halilul Khairi, M.Si, reported the composition of graduates as follows:
Bachelor of Applied Governmental Science: 1,110 graduates
Master of Applied Governmental Science: 81 graduates
Doctor of Governmental Science: 56 graduates
Professional Program in Public Administration (Kepamongprajaan): 58 graduates
Among the most celebrated achievements was the Kartika Astha Brata Award, presented to Suwandi from Southeast Sulawesi, alongside the Kartika Sapta Abdi Praja Awards, received by ten outstanding cadets, including:
-Denesha Putri Patricia Naseer (Jakarta)
-Ya Hanna Erviana (Central Java)
-Ni Luh Gede Gita Putri Prita Sari (Bali)
-Muhammad Irfan Kurniawan (East Java)
-Kadek Agus Yuda Permana (Bali)
-I Gede Bayu Adi Prabawa (Bali)
-M. Sultthan Muna Akbarsyah (Aceh)
-Stevan Sandro Tua Sagala (West Java)
-Raiden A.N. Fuy (East Nusa Tenggara)
Outstanding Graduates: From East to West, Future Bureaucratic Stars Emerge
From higher academic tiers, several names have gone viral for their exceptional academic performance:
-Dr. Jufrirahman, M.Si – Regional Secretary of South Sulawesi, GPA: 3.869
-Rihkal Jauhri Salendra, S.STP., M.Tr.IP – Sangihe District Government, GPA: 3.962
-Tinla Tina Saprinawati, S.Sos., M.Si., AKp – Garut Regency, GPA: 3.89
Netizens Applaud: “IPDN is the Future of Indonesian Governance!”
It didn’t take long before IPDN’s graduation ceremony dominated social media. Hashtags like #PemikirIPDN2025 and #ASNProfesional trended rapidly, with netizens praising IPDN as the stronghold of future bureaucracy. Many expressed hopes that the graduates would embody not only academic excellence but also integrity and dedication in their service to the nation.
Rector Halilul concluded the ceremony with an optimistic message:
“May the graduates apply their knowledge to the fullest. May they bring value to the nation and uphold the dignity of their alma mater.”
Congratulations to the 1,305 young thinkers of Indonesia. The nation awaits your service!
source: IPDN Kembali Lahirkan 1.305 Para Pemikir Ilmu Pemerintahan – Konvergensi Majalah MATRA
