Dr. Friderica Widyasari Dewi, a member of the Board of Commissioners of the Financial Services Authority (OJK), was elected as the Chair of the Central Executive Board (PP) of the UGM Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB UGM) Alumni Family (Kafegama) for the 2024-2027 period.
This election occurred during the IV National Conference (Munas) of Kafegama, held on Saturday (May 4) at the FEB UGM Auditorium. Dr. Dewi succeeded the previous chair, Dr. Perry Warjiyo.
Dr. Dewi, who is commonly known as Kiki Widyasari, expressed her gratitude for the support from the FEB UGM alumni. She acknowledged that the UGM alumni bond is a commitment that must be maintained forever.
She hopes to strengthen the alumni network over the next five years and contribute to the progress of her alma mater.
“I hope for the support of all members to actively participate in realizing a cohesive, harmonious, and beneficial Kafegama,” she said.
Professor Didi Achjari, Chair of the Advisory Board of PP Kafegama and Dean of FEB UGM, stated that Kafegama plays a significant role in supporting national development.
National challenges, transitions, and changes need to be addressed with cooperation and commitment from many parties. Collaboration is expected to generate innovations as strategic solutions for national development.
“Kafegama’s role is very significant because its members are prominent figures who greatly influence the advancement of our nation,” he said.
The IV National Conference was attended by 175 participants, including central and regional board members and Kafegama members. The event was also attended by the Chair of the UGM Alumni Family (Kagama), Ganjar Pranowo.
In his speech, Pranowo hoped that young people’s involvement would continue to be encouraged. Besides supporting regeneration and continuing the strong alumni network, young people can bring creativity and new innovative ideas.
“In this new Kafegama management, young and creative members are hoped to be included. Some young people will play a role in the future,” he said.
In addition to inaugurating Dr. Dewi as the Chair of PP Kafegama for the 2024-2027 period, the IV National Conference also established and ratified the formation team for the 2024-2027 period.
Furthermore, it appointed the West Java Regional Board (Pengda) of Kafegama as the prospective host for the next National Conference.
Authors: Tasya and FEB UGM/Adella Wahyu Pradita
Editor: Gusti Grehenson