Bambang Pramujati, Chancellor of ITS Surabaya

The Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology, Surabaya, has a new rector to improve the existence and reputation of ITS.

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The handover of official documents for the transfer of position of Rector of the Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) in Surabaya, East Java, took place on Tuesday (30/4/2024). The handover was carried out by Mochamad Ashari as the 12th rector to Bambang Pramujati (on the left) as the 13th rector.

SURABAYA, KOMPAS — Bambang Pramujati officially takes over as Rector Sepuluh Nopember Institute of Technology (ITS) at its inauguration at Graha Sepuluh Nopember, Surabaya, East Java, Tuesday (30/4/2024).

Bambang was appointed as rector of ITS for the period of 2024-2029, replacing Mochamad Ashari. Prior to being appointed as rector, Bambang was entrusted as Vice Rector IV for Research, Innovation, Cooperation, and Alumni.

According to Chairman of the ITS Trustees Council (MWA) Mohammad Nuh, Chancellor 2003-2007, the change in leadership did not change the vision and mission as well as plans for the advancement and development of the Sukolilo Campus, nicknamed ITS.

"The transition is part of a continuous journey to maintain and improve the existence and reputation of ITS nationally and internationally," said the former Minister of National Education.

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Nuh continued, MWA appreciated Ashari's performance and various achievements as the 12th chancellor. Ashari is considered to have made the best contribution and received praise or cum laude as chancellor. It is hoped that Bambang will be able to continue Ashari's achievements in stability in realizing ITS's vision and mission.

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According to Nuh, with a new rector, ITS must continue to be able to be at the forefront of innovation and achievements that are beneficial to the community. In Surabaya, innovation and achievements are encouraged in the spirit of heroism such as the people's bravery in the Battle of Surabaya on November 10, 1945, which is then commemorated as National Heroes' Day.

"The achievement that is accomplished must be based on the heroic values of ITS for the community with positive impact innovations for their lives," said Nuh, Chairman of the Press Council 2019-2022.

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In his speech after the inauguration, Bambang stated that progress and advancement are within the ITS Development Master Plan (Renip), including regulation strengthening, research improvement, and integrated services. ITS is transformed into a national industrial hub in the field of innovation.

Bambang continued, he is committed to strengthening collaboration from various sectors to perfect the vision and mission of ITS as an innovative university. This policy has been specifically implemented since 2019 with the target of achieving it fully by 2030.

"Tasks will be followed up immediately to improve ITS performance," he said.

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Ashari reminded that a number of existing and ongoing policies need to be strengthened, including science techno parks, living labs and scholarships. "The transfer of leadership will continue the planned program journey," he said in a press conference after the inauguration.

From the official ITS website, Bambang was elected as rector based on the ITS MWA plenary meeting in Jakarta on Wednesday (20/12/2023). Bambang won the vote among three candidates from the ITS Academic Senate. Bambang from the Mechanical Engineering Department received 15 votes. This De Britto College alumnus outperformed Agus Muhammad Hatta from the Physics Engineering Department who received 6 votes and Machsus from the Civil Infrastructure Engineering Department with 1 vote.

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The process of selecting a rector has begun since August 2023. There were 20 applicants for the position of rector, which were then screened down to five people, including Prof Sri Gunani Partiwi from the Department of System and Industrial Engineering and Prof Ketut Buda Artana from the Department of Naval System Engineering. The Academic Senate meeting decided on three candidates without Sri and Ketut.

According to information received by Kompas, an "anonymous letter" was circulating which doubted meritocracy in the election of the chancellor. Meritocracy is a system that gives someone the opportunity to lead based on ability, achievement, or performance through testing and achievements, not wealth or social class.

The letter of concern was addressed to officials of high state institutions and the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology. The letter came after the appointment of three candidates. The Academic Senate and Board of Trustees see it as part of the dynamics of selecting a rector.