The event began with an open gate and faculty appreciation at 4:00 PM, where guests could enjoy an exhibition of scientific and creative works by the Faculty of Psychology, accompanied by music from UKF Musichology. This session also served as a forum for interaction between the academic community and invited guests in a warm and enthusiastic atmosphere. The official event began at 5:00 PM with an opening performance by UKF Androghini, followed by a welcome and reading of the event agenda by the MC.

The opening prayer was led by Mrs. Olga Sancaya Dyah P., S.Psi., M.Si., M.Psi., Psychologist, then the audience sang the Indonesia Raya and Driyarkara Hymns together, led by UKF PSF.

Next, remarks from the Dies Natalis Team representative were delivered by Mr. Agung Santoso, M.A., Ph.D., followed by remarks from the Dean of the Faculty of Psychology, Dr. Yohannes Babtista Cahya Widiyanto, M.Si., who expressed his gratitude and appreciation for the collaboration of the entire academic community of the Faculty of Psychology.

He also presented the 2025 Dean's Report, which contained academic achievements and faculty development plans for the coming year. The next speech was delivered by the Rector of Sanata Dharma University, Romo Albertus Bagus Laksana, S.J., S.S., Ph.D., who emphasized the importance of reflective and collaborative spirit in realizing humanistic and relevant psychology for society.

After the speeches, the event continued with musical performances by Mas Muji and UKF Musichology, which enlivened the atmosphere with warm musical tones.
The main part of the event was a Scientific Oration delivered by Dr. Paulus Eddy Suhartanto, M.Si., who provided inspiration through scientific reflections on the role of psychology in responding to the challenges of the times. After that, a token of appreciation was presented to the speaker, handed over directly by the Dean of the Faculty of Psychology as an expression of gratitude for his academic contributions.

The event was then enlivened by an entertainment performance from UKF PSF, followed by the presentation of awards to outstanding undergraduate and graduate students as a form of faculty appreciation for student achievements in academic and non-academic fields.

Towards the end of the event, the audience sang the Sanata Dharma Hymn together, followed by a closing prayer and a prayer before the meal led by Mr. Cornelius Siswa Widyatmoko, M.Psi. To conclude, the MC announced a group photo session and documentation, where students were directed to the lobby area to enjoy dinner, while lecturers and invited guests continued the group photo session in the auditorium. A friendly atmosphere then prevailed in the ground lobby area, accompanied by music from UKF Musichology, which added to the warmth of this anniversary celebration.

The 29th Anniversary of the Faculty of Psychology ended orderly at 8:30 p.m., with the entire series of activities running smoothly, solemnly, and joyfully. Through this event, the Faculty of Psychology at Sanata Dharma University reaffirmed its commitment to continue reflecting, collaborating, and innovating for the development of psychology based on the values of love and humanity in line with the spirit of Sanata Dharma University.

 

-Cece, Student Staff-
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