Writer : Daffa Tsabat (Meteorology, 2023)
Editor : Daffa Tsabat (Meteorology, 2023)
Translator : Aisyah Nurdiva Dewary Priatna (Meteorology, 2024)
BANDUNG, meteo.itb.ac.id – Graduation is always one of the most anticipated moments for students, faculty, and families. Beyond marking the conclusion of their studies, graduation serves as a celebration of success, perseverance, and dedication to the pursuit of knowledge.
For this period, the Meteorology Study Program at the Faculty of Earth Sciences and Technology ITB, proudly sent off 15 graduates during the August 2025 graduation ceremonies held on Friday, August 29, 2025. The send-off was a solemn and grateful occasion, characterized by a spirit of togetherness among the academic community, the graduates’ families, and fellow students.
To honor and celebrate the graduates’ achievements, the Meteorology Study Program organized a series of activities involving faculty members, students, and families.
Graduation Activities
The series of events began on August 28, 2025, with a graduation celebration and a Final Project Exhibition held in the meeting room of the ITB Meteorology Study Program. The event opened with remarks from the Vice Dean for Academic Affairs, the Head of the Meteorology Study Program, the Chairperson of IAME, and the Chairperson of HMME “Atmosphaira” ITB.
During the celebration session, graduates were called up individually; their final project titles were announced, and they received medals and sashes presented by the Head of the Study Program. The event continued with a video recap of their academic journey, creating a touching atmosphere for the graduates and their families.
Next, the Final Project Exhibition took place. Graduates presented their research findings via posters, and both students and faculty members cast votes for the “Best Poster,” the winner of which was announced at the end of the event.
The highlight of the series of events occurred on August 29, 2025, with the Open Graduation Session—part of ITB’s Third Graduation Ceremony for the 2024/2025 Academic Year—held at Sabuga ITB. This Open Session served as the official ceremony conferring degrees upon the Meteorology Study Program graduates, alongside students from other faculties and schools at ITB.
List of Graduates
The following are the 15 graduates from the Meteorology Study Program who are graduating in this period:
- Jeremy Blessclay Muljana – Evaluation of Distribution Functions in Standardized Precipitation Index Calculations in Indonesia
- Axel Widjanarko Sibarani – Development and Optimization of the HEC-HMS Hydrological Model for Flood Discharge: A Case Study of the Palu River, September 6, 2022
- Ahrish Firman Syah – Long-term Hydrological Simulation Using HEC-HMS for Flood Events in the Palu River Basin
- Syifa Nalurita Azahra – Analysis of Rainfall Triggering Landslides and Mapping of Susceptibility Levels (Case Study: Bogor Regency)
- Mhd. Isfahan Fadyasha – Development of C-Band Radar Precipitation Estimation Based on Z-R Calibration and Statistical Correction in Palu, Central Sulawesi
- Nafal Shaquille Muhammad – Development of a WebGIS-based Flood Early Warning Information System Platform for the Palu Watershed, Central Sulawesi
- Fardhan Indrayesa – River Discharge Prediction Using the Long Short-Term Memory (LSTM) Model in the Palu Watershed
- Rifda Amara Aulia – Evaluation of Discharge and Rainfall Simulations Using the Coupled WRF/WRF-Hydro Model in the Upper Citarum Watershed
- Rubens Phenola Setiawan – The Influence of Sea-Breeze Convergence on Spatial Rainfall Variations on Ujong Island, Republic of Singapore
- Abyaz Nawfaldhiya – Numerical Simulation Study on the Influence of the Bandung Basin Topography on Tornado Formation
- Virginia Putri Annisa – Short-Term Prediction (Nowcasting) of Bow Echo Movement Using the STEPS Approach and X-Band Radar Data (Case Study: Bandung Basin)
- Rizky Aulia Rahayu – Projection of the Impact of Land Cover and Climate Change on Rainfall Patterns in the Nusantara Capital City Using the Pseudo-Global Warming Method
- Alfiah Rizqi Ramdhini – Homogeneity Adjustment Test for In-situ Observed Rainfall on Sulawesi Island
- Rehanda Umamil Hadi – Identification of Moisture Sources in the Indonesian Maritime Continent During the Asian Winter Monsoon and Their Variability Based on ENSO
- Khodja Ummi Medina – Projection of Climate Change Impacts on Solar Energy Potential in Indonesia
Graduates’ Achievements
The achievements of this graduation cohort were further distinguished by five graduates earning Cum Laude honors: Jeremy Blessclay Muljana, Fardhan Indrayesa, Rifda Amara Aulia, Khodja Ummi Medina, and Abyaz Nawfaldhiya. Additionally, Rubens Phenola Setiawan achieved Magna Cum Laude status, marking a truly impressive academic accomplishment.
Beyond academic excellence, several graduates were also active in student organizations, scientific competitions, and collaborative research projects with faculty members. This demonstrates that ITB Meteorology graduates are not only intellectually outstanding but also committed to personal development and contributing to society.
Hopes for the Graduates
Meteorology Study Program hopes that graduates will apply the knowledge gained during their studies for the advancement of the nation, particularly in the fields of disaster mitigation, climate planning, and sustainable energy development. In line with ITB’s vision, graduates are expected to become a generation of strong character, ready to face the challenges of the technological era.