“Badhe Tindak Pundi?” Cerita Mahasiswa Nigeria di Wisuda UNS

Summary of the Video Content (from the subtitles)

The video features a graduation speech by an international student from Nigeria, representing the graduates of the 10th batch at UNS (Universitas Sebelas Maret). The speaker reflects on how he adapted to life in Indonesia and connects that experience to the responsibilities graduates face after receiving their diplomas.

Key Points and Arguments

• Cultural misunderstanding on arrival: He introduces himself and explains that early in his time in Indonesia, he was confused by frequent questions from locals asking where he was going—by security, landlords, parking attendants, and even in more polite Javanese wording such as “what do you do, sir/madam?”.

• Reframing the questions: Over time, he realizes the questions were not meant as interrogation, but instead reflected care and social concern.

• Graduates now face similar questions: After graduation, the question of “where are you going?” returns—this time directed at graduates by families, communities, and the country.

• Diplomas answer “where,” but not “where to next”: The diploma shows where they have been, but what happens next depends on how they live and act after graduation.

• Work ethic and integrity: He references a Javanese proverb emphasizing low self-interest and hard work, presenting this as an expected attitude for graduates.

• Carrying the alma mater forward: Graduates should carry UNS and its values wherever they go, aligning with the institutional idea that education should help build the country.

Closing

He expresses appreciation for Solo, UNS, and highlights enjoying key moments during the ceremony (“Kondur” and “mugi-mugi sedo…”). He concludes with well-wishes.

Presenter / Contributor

• Mustofa Abolore Abdul Wahab — International graduate representative from Nigeria; Agrotechnology, Faculty of Agriculture; 10th period/batch