Source: Untar Public Relations – RJ
Contributions ranging from the banking industry to transforming plastic waste into functional products demonstrate the various ways Universitas Tarumanagara (Untar) alumni make a difference in society. Their professional achievements and contributions were recognized during Untar’s 67th Anniversary celebration.
The awards were presented through the Young & Impactful Alumni Award category of the 2026 IPE Impact Awards during the Open Senate Meeting at the Auditorium of Building M, Untar Campus I, Jakarta, on Tuesday (27/10/2026). The awards recognize graduates who have made meaningful contributions through their work and professional achievements.
One of the recipients was Dr. Nathalya Wani Sabu, S.H., M.M., an alumna of Untar’s Master of Management program who has built her career in the banking industry. Wani is known for her role in developing Halo BCA and currently serves as BCA Senior Advisor and Chair of the Cyber Security Committee of the Indonesian National Banks Association (Perbanas).
For Wani, her educational experience at Untar has played an important role in her career journey. She believes that a supportive learning environment helps prepare students to face challenges in the professional world.
Amid the development of artificial intelligence (AI), Wani highlighted the importance of graduates being able to adapt to technological changes. She believes that technological skills need to be balanced with human capabilities that cannot be entirely replaced by machines.
Another example is Robert Wanasida, S.Ds., an alumnus of Untar’s Faculty of Art and Design (FSRD). In addition to his career in marketing at Kopi Nako, Robert founded Daur Baur Micro Factory, a business that transforms plastic waste into functional design products.
Through this venture, Robert demonstrates that a design education does not limit graduates to working in just one field. The knowledge and creativity he gained during his studies have equipped him to develop a business while addressing environmental challenges.
Robert also believes that collaboration between universities and alumni is important in creating opportunities for students to gain exposure to the professional world. Alumni who have established businesses can serve as a bridge, helping students gain experience and prepare for their careers.
The recognition given to these two alumni reflects the implementation of Untar’s values of Integrity, Professionalism, and Entrepreneurship (IPE). Through their achievements, these values go beyond educational concepts and are put into practice through initiatives that benefit society.
In his remarks, Untar Rector Prof. Dr. Amad Sudiro, S.H., M.H., M.Kn., M.M., emphasized that universities should do more than produce graduates and scientific publications. Education and research need to evolve into innovations that address societal challenges, including technological developments and climate change.
“Untar’s research must not stop at journal publications; it must become solutions for society and sustainable national development,” he said.
This perspective aligns with the theme of Untar’s 67th Anniversary, Move Beyond: From Teaching & Research to Transformational Impact, which emphasizes the importance of transforming education and research into tangible contributions.
In addition to alumni, the 2026 IPE Impact Awards were also presented to students, lecturers, stakeholders, and industry partners across four award categories.
For Untar, recognizing its alumni is about more than celebrating career success. The journeys of Wani and Robert demonstrate how knowledge gained during their studies can continue to grow into work that benefits society.
From banking services to waste management, both alumni show that a graduate’s success is reflected not only in personal achievements but also in the positive impact they create for others. (CJ/YS)