Semarang, 17 November 2025. The auditorium was filled with enthusiastic students attending the Public Debate of the DESC Election 2025, an important stage in the democratic process of the Faculty of Economics and Business. Two candidates from the Economics 2023 cohort, Kania (Candidate 1) and Syafa (Candidate 2), delivered their visions, missions, and flagship programs before the panelists and audience.
The event began with each candidate presenting their programs. Participants paid close attention as the screen displayed the strategic points outlined by the candidates. The orderly atmosphere, auditorium lighting, and participants’ enthusiasm made the event dynamic and interactive.
Kania (Candidate 1): Emphasis on Strengthening Collaboration and Program Efficiency
Kania, the first candidate, presented her ideas in a firm and structured manner. She highlighted the importance of improving collaboration quality among divisions within DESC and optimizing work programs to maximize benefits for students.
In her presentation, Kania emphasized several strategic points:
- Strengthening internal synergy to ensure programs run effectively.
- Ensuring transparency in activity management and information flow so that all members can participate actively.
- Implementing student empowerment programs focused on skill development and active participation in campus activities.
Kania’s presentation received positive responses from the audience, especially during the panel Q&A session, which emphasized program implementation and sustainability.
Syafa (Candidate 2): Focus on Digital Innovation and Enhanced Aspiration Spaces
As Candidate 2, Syafa delivered her presentation with a more communicative and innovative approach. She carried a major theme on the importance of digital-based innovation in student organizations.
Some of Syafa’s main ideas included:
- Digitalizing activity information systems to make information more accessible to all students.
- Creating a more inclusive space for student aspirations, both offline and online.
- Strengthening creative programs and community development as platforms for students’ interests and talents.
During the panel discussion, Syafa emphasized that modernizing organizational processes is essential for DESC to remain relevant to the needs of today’s students.
From the audience seats, students were seen attentively observing each presentation. Panelists posed in-depth questions regarding vision implementation, leadership readiness, and decision-making simulations.
Both candidates answered confidently, showcasing different yet equally strong leadership qualities.
Several engaging moments occurred when participants were given the opportunity to ask questions directly to the candidates, allowing them to further explore each candidate’s commitment and work plans.
This public debate serves as one of the key stages in the DESC Election 2025, demonstrating how student democracy can run in a healthy, transparent, and aspirational manner.
Both Kania as Candidate 1 and Syafa as Candidate 2 successfully conveyed their ideas, each with distinct characteristics and focus. The final decision is now entirely in the hands of the students as voters.
With high enthusiasm and lively discussions, the DESC Election 2025 is expected to produce the best leader for the organization’s future.
