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Central Kalimantan Deputy Governor Encourages 340 UMPR Graduates to Become Entrepreneurs in the AI Era

From Republika · () Indonesian

Translated from Indonesian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Central Kalimantan Governor Edy Pratowo urged 340 graduates of Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya (UMPR) to embrace entrepreneurship and adaptability in the face of digital transformation and artificial intelligence.
  • He advised graduates against solely seeking government positions, encouraging them to become job creators and contribute to economic welfare.
  • UMPR graduated 340 students, with its rector emphasizing the importance of mental resilience and continuous self-development in the competitive post-graduation world.

Central Kalimantan Governor Edy Pratowo has called on 340 graduates from Universitas Muhammadiyah Palangkaraya (UMPR) to cultivate innovation, adaptability, and an entrepreneurial spirit. He stressed that these qualities are essential for navigating the rapidly changing job market, which is being reshaped by digital transformation and the rise of artificial intelligence.

Digital transformation, AI development, and global competition demand that university graduates be able to adapt to various changes.

— Edy PratowoThe Governor emphasized the need for graduates to be adaptable in the current global landscape.

Speaking at the postgraduate and undergraduate commencement ceremony in Palangka Raya, Pratowo highlighted the accelerating pace of change. He urged graduates to move beyond the traditional mindset of seeking employment, particularly in the civil service, where opportunities are limited. Instead, he encouraged them to become job creators who can foster economic growth and improve community well-being.

Don't just think about becoming civil servants. Become job creators who can improve community welfare.

— Edy PratowoGovernor Pratowo encouraged graduates to pursue entrepreneurship rather than solely seeking government employment.

"Don't just think about becoming civil servants. Become job creators who can improve community welfare," Pratowo stated. He also acknowledged the provincial government's collaboration with UMPR to enhance human resource quality, citing initiatives like free tuition and vocational programs.

Graduation is not the end of a student's journey, but the first step towards a life and real world full of limitless competition.

— Assoc Prof Dr Muhamad YusufThe UMPR Rector advised graduates that their education is a starting point for continuous development.

UMPR Rector Assoc. Prof. Dr. Muhamad Yusuf noted that the 340 graduates, comprising 160 postgraduate and 180 undergraduate students, should view their degrees as a foundation for continuous growth. He emphasized the critical role of mental resilience alongside academic achievement in facing the challenges of the real world and the competitive job market. The ceremony was held in a hotel due to prevailing haze conditions in the region.

Besides academic ability, the main capital in community life is the ability to manage strong mental health. The reality in the world of work will present many challenges.

— Assoc Prof Dr Muhamad YusufThe Rector highlighted the importance of mental resilience for graduates entering the workforce.
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Originally published by Republika in Indonesian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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