Encouraging Healthy and Environmentally Friendly Lifestyle, Rector Inaugurates IPB University’s 61st Anniversary

Rector of IPB University, Prof Arif Satria officially opened the series of IPB University’s 61st Anniversary with a Healthy Morning Walk (Japas) at IPB Dramaga Campus (1/9). This activity was attended by all academicians, education staff, alumni, and Agrianita who also enlivened the event.

Prof Arif emphasized that this event was not only a morning walk, but also an effort to improve health and encourage environmentally friendly behavior in all circles. 

“Later along the route, each post is provided with gallons of mineral water that can be refilled using a drinking bottle, as a concrete step in getting used to a healthy lifestyle and reducing the use of disposable plastics,” he said. 

Prof Arif hopes that this Japas activity can strengthen the relationship between participants, as well as make IPB University more resilient and superior in the future.

“Hopefully with this activity, we will maintain a healthy body and soul and apply it in everyday life. Hopefully IPB University will be more powerful, global, and beneficial to the Indonesian nation. Happy 61st Anniversary of IPB University,” he said.

The opening of the 61st Anniversary of IPB University was also marked by the cutting of tumpeng, the release of 61 pigeons, and the distribution of 61 mini tumpeng to the guests.

The event was also colored by the presentation of appreciation to the winners of the sports tournament and clean toilet competition, as a form of appreciation for their contributions and achievements.

The opening ceremony of the 61st Anniversary of IPB University was even more lively with the door prize drawing that presented attractive prizes for the Japas participants. The high enthusiasm of all participants is a clear evidence of the success of this event and the spirit of togetherness that continues to exist at IPB University. (dr/Lp) (IAAS/Ard)