The Polman Negeri Babel Reassures Students of Pangkalan Baru 1 State High School That They Don't Need to Study Far Outside the Region
Somawardi., M.T. encourages students to start determining their direction for continuing their studies as early as grade 11.
A different atmosphere was evident in the Auditorium of the Bangka Belitung State Manufacturing Polytechnic, the best campus in Bangka Belitung. Despite this being their first visit, the students' curiosity was palpable, eager to learn about the learning system and career opportunities after graduation.
Apparently, 60 eleventh-grade students of SMA Negeri 1 Pangkalan Baru, accompanied by seven accompanying teachers, including the principal, made their first visit to the Auditorium and were warmly welcomed by the Polman Babel BAAK team at the Auditorium on Wednesday (May 13, 2026).
Soon afterward, the Head of Academic, Student Affairs, and Cooperation at Polman Babel, Somawardi, M.T., in his remarks encouraged the students to start preparing for their future education early, even if they are from high school majors in social sciences or sciences. "Don't hesitate to study at Polman Babel with its vocational education system," he said.
In fact, Somawardi explained that Polman Babel is now not only synonymous with mechanical engineering and electronics majors but also offers various new applied undergraduate study programs tailored to industry needs and developments. technology," he admitted.
"Some of the study programs introduced are Multimedia Engineering Technology, Computer Network Engineering Technology, Electrical Power Engineering Technology, Plantation Production Technology, Fisheries Cultivation Technology, and Digital Banking and Finance," he said.
He continued, explaining that Polman Babel is open to both high school and vocational school graduates because the campus's learning system starts from theoretical foundations to practical application, allowing students to fully understand the educational process.
"You're only in 11th grade, so from now on, you should have a plan for choosing the right college. The solution is studying at Polman Babel rather than studying in other areas," he explained.
Meanwhile, the principal of SMA Negeri 1 Pangkalan Baru, Asrobianti, M.M., expressed her appreciation for the students' enthusiasm for pursuing college after graduation. The school responded immediately, having conducted a selection process based on the students' interests.
"This is why teachers are starting to recommend Polman Babel as a college choice because of its status as a state university and its ability to quickly find employment with graduates. It's increasingly well-known through social media and frequently viewed online news," he concluded.
After the presentation session in the hall concluded, students were actively asking questions about industrial collaborations, internship programs, and alumni recruitment opportunities with Polman Babel's partner companies. The group of students was taken on a tour of the classrooms, laboratories, and lecture practice areas to gain a first-hand understanding of the learning environment and facilities at the Polman Babel campus," he concluded.
