Medan, October 31, 2026 — The Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU), held a family gathering on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at the residence of Mr. Isman Nuriadi (Bang Inong) in Tanjung Anom. The event served as an opportunity to strengthen social ties, foster family bonds, and build a sense of togetherness within the Faculty of Agriculture, USU.
The event was attended by the Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, USU, along with the Vice Deans, Heads and Secretaries of Study Programs, the Head of the Administrative Office, lecturers, educational staff, and students. Alumni and members of the Faculty of Agriculture, USU, who have entered retirement were also present. The participation of these various groups reflected the strong family ties that continue to connect generations within the faculty.
Held in a warm and friendly atmosphere, the event featured various activities that fostered togetherness, including shared meals, karaoke, a barbecue, and casual gatherings and conversations. Participants also enjoyed the garden atmosphere by picking fruit directly from the trees. These activities provided everyone with opportunities to interact more closely outside their regular work routines and academic activities.
Beyond being a gathering, the event also provided a space to share stories, reminisce about shared experiences, and strengthen relationships among faculty leaders, lecturers, educational staff, students, alumni, and retirees. The warm family atmosphere demonstrated that the bonds among members of the Faculty of Agriculture, USU, remain strong despite their different roles and life journeys.
Through this gathering, the Faculty of Agriculture, USU, hopes to maintain the spirit of social connection, solidarity, and family togetherness. The bonds established through this event serve as an important foundation for building a harmonious, cohesive, and mutually supportive faculty environment.
This activity also aligns with the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being) through strengthening social well-being and positive relationships among individuals, as well as SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through efforts to strengthen relationships and build collaboration among faculty leaders, the academic community, students, alumni, and retirees of the Faculty of Agriculture, USU.