FIB USU PR - On Saturday, October 31, 2026, the Alumni Association (Ikatan Alumni/IKA) of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara (FIB USU), held its 5th Congress from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Western Indonesia Time (WIB) at the FIB USU Multipurpose Building. The event marked an important moment in strengthening relationships between the university, the faculty, and the wider alumni community, while enhancing alumni contributions to the institution's continued development.

The 5th Congress of IKA FIB USU was attended by university and faculty leaders, members of the IKA FIB USU executive board, and members of the broader alumni community. The congress served as an organizational deliberation forum to evaluate the previous leadership's performance, formulate work programs, and determine the organization's leadership direction for the 2026–2030 term.

The event began with participant registration, followed by the opening ceremony, the singing of Indonesia Raya (the Indonesian national anthem) and the IKA USU March, and a prayer. The program continued with welcoming remarks delivered by the Dean of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences USU, the Director of the Directorate of Student Affairs and Alumni (Ditmawa) USU, the Chairperson of IKA USU, and the Chairperson of the Central Executive Board (PP IKA USU).

The congress then proceeded to its main agenda through plenary sessions, which included the approval of the schedule and rules of procedure, as well as the appointment of the session chairperson. Participants subsequently attended the presentation of the IKA FIB USU executive board's accountability report for the 2022–2026 term, outlining the organization's programs, activities, and achievements throughout its leadership period.

One of the key agendas of the congress was the formulation of work programs and organizational recommendations for the 2026–2030 term. The forum continued with the election of the Chairperson of IKA FIB USU and the ratification of the new executive board. The congress concluded with remarks from the newly elected chairperson, followed by the official closing ceremony.

The 5th Congress is expected to serve as a platform for consolidation and collaboration among FIB USU alumni to build stronger networks, expand professional contributions, and establish sustainable partnerships between alumni and their alma mater. The alumni association plays a strategic role in supporting institutional development, improving educational quality, and strengthening relationships between higher education institutions and society.

Through this deliberative forum, IKA FIB USU is expected to establish visionary leadership, develop adaptive work programs, and formulate organizational recommendations that address future challenges and needs. A spirit of unity and collaboration will serve as the foundation for building an active, cohesive, and impactful alumni organization that contributes meaningfully to the advancement of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Sumatera Utara.

Through this 5th Congress, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences USU Alumni Association is expected to further strengthen its role as a strategic partner of its alma mater by fostering a strong alumni network, enhancing collaboration, and making sustainable contributions to society, the nation, and Universitas Sumatera Utara.