Samarinda, January 9, 2026 – The Samarinda State Agricultural Polytechnic (Politani Samarinda) held an Open Senate Meeting to commemorate its 37th anniversary on Monday (January 9, 2026). This solemn and spirited event not only reflected on the institution's long journey but also set the stage for a major transformation.
The event, attended by members of the Politani Samarinda academic community, was also enlivened by the presence of distinguished guests from various polytechnics, including Samarinda State Polytechnic (Polnes), Nunukan State Polytechnic (PNN), Pangkajene Islands State Polytechnic (Polipangkep), and Madura State Polytechnic (Poltera). The Director and several staff members of each campus were in attendance.
The event began with a scientific oration delivered by Dr. Myrna Asnawati Safitri, S.H., M.S.I., Deputy for Environment and Natural Resources of the Indonesian Capital City (IKN). In her presentation, Dr. Myrna emphasized the urgency of sustainable environmental and natural resource management. She also underscored the strategic role of the new capital city, which will be integrated with the development of the modern plantation and agricultural sectors, as well as the significant opportunities for agricultural vocational education to contribute to the development of the new capital.
Regional officials also joined in the celebration of Politani Samarinda's anniversary, before welcoming remarks from Ahyar Muhammad Diah, S.E., M.M., Ph.D., Chair of the Indonesian State Polytechnic Forum and Director of Politani Samarinda. In his remarks, he expressed his appreciation for Politani Samarinda's achievements and the importance of synergy between polytechnics in strengthening vocational education in Indonesia.
Next, the signing ceremony for the MoU between Politani Samarinda, the Nunukan State Polytechnic, and the Pangkajene Islands State Polytechnic. This collaboration was strengthened with the presentation of souvenirs as a symbol of friendship and commitment to progress together.
The closing remarks were delivered by Hamka S.TP., M.Sc., MP, Director of Politani Samarinda. He proudly announced the imminent transformation of Politani Samarinda into a university, named Universitas Politeknik Nusantara (UPN). This announcement was met with thunderous applause, marking the beginning of a new and challenging chapter.
The event officially concluded with a group photo session with all invited guests and members of the Politani Samarinda Senate. Afterward, to view the programs and innovations produced by Politani Samarinda's study programs, the guests were invited to tour the exhibition booths showcasing the research results of students, PLPs, and lecturers from each study program at Politani Samarinda.
With renewed enthusiasm and strengthened commitment, this 37th anniversary commemoration is not just a celebration, but a starting point towards the future of Universitas Politeknik Nusantara (UPN).
The event, attended by members of the Politani Samarinda academic community, was also enlivened by the presence of distinguished guests from various polytechnics, including Samarinda State Polytechnic (Polnes), Nunukan State Polytechnic (PNN), Pangkajene Islands State Polytechnic (Polipangkep), and Madura State Polytechnic (Poltera). The Director and several staff members of each campus were in attendance.
The event began with a scientific oration delivered by Dr. Myrna Asnawati Safitri, S.H., M.S.I., Deputy for Environment and Natural Resources of the Indonesian Capital City (IKN). In her presentation, Dr. Myrna emphasized the urgency of sustainable environmental and natural resource management. She also underscored the strategic role of the new capital city, which will be integrated with the development of the modern plantation and agricultural sectors, as well as the significant opportunities for agricultural vocational education to contribute to the development of the new capital.
Regional officials also joined in the celebration of Politani Samarinda's anniversary, before welcoming remarks from Ahyar Muhammad Diah, S.E., M.M., Ph.D., Chair of the Indonesian State Polytechnic Forum and Director of Politani Samarinda. In his remarks, he expressed his appreciation for Politani Samarinda's achievements and the importance of synergy between polytechnics in strengthening vocational education in Indonesia.
Next, the signing ceremony for the MoU between Politani Samarinda, the Nunukan State Polytechnic, and the Pangkajene Islands State Polytechnic. This collaboration was strengthened with the presentation of souvenirs as a symbol of friendship and commitment to progress together.
The closing remarks were delivered by Hamka S.TP., M.Sc., MP, Director of Politani Samarinda. He proudly announced the imminent transformation of Politani Samarinda into a university, named Universitas Politeknik Nusantara (UPN). This announcement was met with thunderous applause, marking the beginning of a new and challenging chapter.
The event officially concluded with a group photo session with all invited guests and members of the Politani Samarinda Senate. Afterward, to view the programs and innovations produced by Politani Samarinda's study programs, the guests were invited to tour the exhibition booths showcasing the research results of students, PLPs, and lecturers from each study program at Politani Samarinda.
With renewed enthusiasm and strengthened commitment, this 37th anniversary commemoration is not just a celebration, but a starting point towards the future of Universitas Politeknik Nusantara (UPN).
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