MAKASSAR – The spirit of Alumni Making an Impact  was once again demonstrated by the Alumni Association of the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, through the provision of educational financial assistance to students from the 2021 cohort.

The assistance was presented as part of the 2025 Faculty of Medicine Student Inauguration Ceremony, held on 31 August 2026 at Claro Makassar. The occasion provided an opportunity for Alumni Association of FMHS to demonstrate its commitment to supporting students while strengthening the relationship between alumni, students, and their alma mater.

The provision of educational assistance represents a tangible contribution from the alumni to support students in continuing and completing their studies. The assistance is expected to help alleviate some of the financial burden faced by students from the 2021 cohort and enable them to pursue their education with greater focus and confidence.

The Chairperson of Alumni Association of FMHS Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar, dr. Akbar Hasyim, Sp.An-TI., MARS, emphasized that the initiative reflects the alumni’s commitment to supporting both students and their alma mater.

“For us, becoming an alumnus does not mean that our relationship with our alma mater comes to an end. On the contrary, after completing our education, we have a moral responsibility to continue making a meaningful contribution. Through the spirit of Alumni Making an Impact, we seek to be present and support our fellow students so that they can continue their education and successfully complete their studies,” said Dr. Akbar.

He further noted that alumni contributions do not necessarily have to be substantial in scale. Consistent acts of care and support can provide meaningful encouragement to students as they navigate their educational journey.

“This assistance may not resolve every challenge they face, but we hope it will serve as a reminder and source of encouragement that they are not alone. They have the support of the alumni, the alma mater, and the entire FMHS community, which will continue to stand behind them,” he added.

The presentation of the assistance during the Faculty of Medicine Student Inauguration Ceremony also symbolized the enduring bond between alumni and their alma mater. Upon completing their education, alumni are expected not only to remain part of the institution’s legacy but also to play an active role in supporting and empowering the next generation.

The spirit of Alumni Making an Impact reflects Alumni Association of FMHS commitment to creating meaningful contributions that benefit the academic community. Supporting students is one of the association’s efforts to foster a collaborative, supportive, and sustainable educational environment.

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Alumni Berdampak, IKA FKIK Salurkan Bantuan Biaya Pendidikan bagi Mahasiswa Angkatan 2021

MAKASSAR – Semangat Alumni Berdampak kembali diwujudkan oleh Ikatan Alumni Fakultas Kedokteran dan Ilmu Kesehatan (IKA FKIK) Universitas Muhammadiyah Makassar melalui penyaluran bantuan biaya pendidikan kepada mahasiswa FKIK angkatan 2021.

Bantuan tersebut diserahkan dalam rangkaian kegiatan Inagurasi Mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran Tahun 2025 yang berlangsung pada 31 Agustus 2026 di Claro Makassar. Momentum tersebut menjadi ruang bagi IKA FKIK untuk menunjukkan kepedulian sekaligus memperkuat hubungan antara alumni, mahasiswa, dan almamater.

Penyerahan bantuan biaya pendidikan ini merupakan salah satu bentuk kontribusi nyata alumni dalam mendukung keberlanjutan studi mahasiswa. Bantuan diharapkan dapat membantu meringankan beban mahasiswa angkatan 2021 sehingga dapat menyelesaikan proses pendidikan dengan lebih baik.

Ketua IKA FKIK Unismuh Makassar, dr. Akbar Hasyim, Sp.An-TI., MARS, mengatakan bahwa bantuan tersebut merupakan bentuk nyata kepedulian alumni terhadap mahasiswa dan almamater.

“Bagi kami, menjadi alumni bukan berarti hubungan dengan almamater berakhir. Justru setelah menyelesaikan pendidikan, ada tanggung jawab moral untuk terus memberikan manfaat dan berkontribusi. Melalui semangat Alumni Berdampak, kami ingin hadir dan membantu adik-adik mahasiswa agar dapat terus melanjutkan pendidikan hingga menyelesaikan studinya,” ujar dr. Akbar.

Menurutnya, kontribusi alumni tidak selalu harus dalam bentuk yang besar. Kepedulian yang diberikan secara konsisten dapat menjadi dukungan berarti bagi mahasiswa yang sedang menjalani proses pendidikan.

“Mungkin bantuan ini tidak menyelesaikan seluruh persoalan, tetapi kami berharap dapat menjadi penyemangat bahwa mereka tidak berjalan sendiri. Ada alumni, ada almamater, dan ada keluarga besar FKIK yang akan terus mendukung mereka,” tambahnya.

Penyerahan bantuan yang dilakukan di tengah rangkaian Inagurasi Mahasiswa Fakultas Kedokteran juga menjadi simbol bahwa ikatan antara alumni dan almamater terus hidup. Setelah menyelesaikan pendidikan, alumni diharapkan tidak hanya menjadi bagian dari sejarah almamater, tetapi juga turut mengambil peran dalam membangun dan mendukung generasi berikutnya.

Semangat Alumni Berdampak menjadi komitmen IKA FKIK Unismuh Makassar untuk menghadirkan kontribusi yang memberikan manfaat nyata bagi civitas akademika. Dukungan terhadap mahasiswa menjadi salah satu langkah untuk menciptakan ekosistem pendidikan yang saling menguatkan dan berkelanjutan.