UNDIP, Semarang (5/5/2025) – Diponegoro University (Undip) again showed its attention to the welfare of the academic community through the official release of prospective pilgrims from Undip’s extended family. This event was held in the Rector’s Conference Room located on the 2nd floor of Widya Puraya Building.
The event began at 14.00 WIB with an atmosphere full of solemnity and warmth. Beginning with the recitation of the holy verses of the Qur’an and remarks from the committee, this event was attended by the Undip Rector, university leaders and Undip DSDM, as well as prospective pilgrims from various work units. Prof. Dr. Adian Fatchur Rochim, S.T., M.T. as the Vice Rector III of Human Resources, Information Technology, Law and Organization, in his speech expressed his appreciation and prayers for the prospective pilgrims.
“Alhamdulillah, this year there are 38 prospective pilgrims from Undip. Hopefully the entire worship process will be given smoothness and health,” he said. He also had time to share personal stories about the experience of performing the hajj pilgrimage, including logistical challenges such as tents in Mina that were not enough to accommodate pilgrims and the importance of maintaining physical fitness during the trip.
The atmosphere became an unforgettable magical moment when the representative of the prospective pilgrims, Prof. Dr.Ing. Ir. Suherman, S.T., M.T. expressed his gratitude to the university leaders and related parties. “This pilgrimage for us is not only a physical journey, but also a soul journey towards closeness to Allah,” he said gratefully.
The event then continued with remarks from Undip Rector, Prof. Dr. Suharnomo, S.E., M.Si. He raised personal reflections on his spiritual journey during the Hajj which touched his heart. He also recalled his childhood who liked to read old school magazines such as Tempo, and liked to follow the side note stories, one of which was about the author’s trip around the world. He expressed his confusion and amazement about the reason why the author finally concluded that of all the cities he had visited, from Paris, Rome, to Tokyo, the author actually said that for some reason there was only one city that he always missed, namely Mecca. The author said, “Of all the cities I have visited and seen, this hot city is the city I miss.” Said the rector of Undip, surprised and amazed.
The Rector also emphasized the importance of making the Hajj pilgrimage a turning point in character building. “Personal piety should not stop at oneself, but also have an impact on social piety. A mabrur hajj is a hajj that is able to form a new person, become a more caring person, and bring more benefits to the environment around him,” he said.
The event was closed with a joint prayer and farewell greetings from the rector. “We are happy to release all of you to fulfill this lifetime obligation. Take care of yourself, keep the good name of the alma mater campus, and please pray that Undip will always be given smoothness and blessings,” he concluded with a sincere and happy tone.
(DSDM Media)
