KMB-USU Celebrates 34th Anniversary: Thirty-Four Incredible Stories
The Buddhist Student Association of the University of North Sumatra (KMB-USU) celebrated its 34th anniversary on August 23, 2026, in the Prof. Dr. Suhadji Hadibroto Hall at the USU Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB).
The theme of this year’s celebration was “FORTIS: Thirty-Four Incredible Stories.”
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The word FORTIS was chosen to symbolize the organization’s strength and maturity, forged through a long journey, hard work, and intergenerational solidarity.
The occasion served not only as a celebration but also as an opportunity to honor predecessors and encourage KMB-USU’s younger members.
The event was opened by hosts Richard and Catherine, followed by a series of speeches from KMB-USU General Chairperson Kenzie Alexander Kelana, KMB-USU advisors Rev. Dr. Tommy Tantawi, S.Ag., M.S., and Associate Professor Dr. Agus Susanto.
The event concluded with the cutting of the tumpeng (cone-shaped rice dish) as a gesture of gratitude. This ceremony was led by Dr. Robert, S.H., M.H., Associate Professor Dr. Agus Susanto, Kenzie Alexander Kelana, Rev. Dr. Tommy Tantawi, S.Ag., M.S., Julina, B.A., MTCSOL, and alumni representative Rianto Tandiono.
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“This is a significant moment for the Buddhist Student Association of the University of North Sumatra (KMB-USU) since its founding in 1992. KMB-USU still has a long way to go in expanding its efforts and serving the people of Medan, and North Sumatra (Sumut) in particular. I hope the harmony within KMB-USU continues to grow stronger,” said Associate Professor Dr. Agus Susanto, a former KMB-USU chairman who was inaugurated in 1992.
Following the tumpeng (conical rice) cutting ceremony, members of the KMB-USU executive board—including Kenzie Alexander Kelana, Handy Wija Angelzan, Stevie Angie, and Giovanni Goh—were present.
The program continued with a communal lunch, a screening of a nostalgic video recounting the association’s history, interactive games, and an energetic performance by the OMB dance troupe.
The festivities concluded with free time, a karaoke session, and group photos featuring both current members and alumni. ***obs
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KMB-USU Rayakan HUT ke 34 : For Thirty Four Incredible Stories
Keluarga Mahasiswa Buddhis Universitas Sumatera Utara (KMB-USU) merayakan ulang tahunnya yang ke-34 di Aula Prof. Dr. Suhadji Hadibroto, Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis (FEB) USU, pada 23 Agustus 2026.
Perayaan tahun ini mengusung tema “FORTIS: For Thirty Four Incredible Stories”.
Kata FORTIS dipilih sebagai simbol kekuatan dan kedewasaan organisasi yang terbentuk dari perjalanan panjang, kerja keras, serta kebersamaan lintas generasi.
Momen ini tidak hanya menjadi wadah selebrasi, tetapi juga ruang apresiasi bagi para pendahulu dan pendorong semangat bagi anggota muda KMB-USU.
Acara dibuka oleh MC Richard dan Chaterine, disusul oleh rangkaian sambutan dari Ketua Umum KMB-USU Kenzie Alexander Kelana, Pembina KMB-USU Pdt. Drs. Tommy Tantawi, S.Ag., M.S., serta Assoc. Prof. Dr. Agus Susanto.
Puncak acara ditandai dengan pemotongan tumpeng sebagai bentuk rasa syukur. Prosesi ini diresmikan oleh Dr. Robert, S.H., M.H., Assoc. Prof. Dr. Agus Susanto, Kenzie Alexander Kelana, Pdt. Drs. Tommy Tantawi, S.Ag., M.S., Julina, B.A., MTCSOL, serta perwakilan alumni, Rianto Tandiono.
”Ini merupakan momen penting bagi Keluarga Mahasiswa Buddhis Universitas Sumatera Utara (KMB-USU) sejak didirikan tahun 1992. Perjalanan KMB-USU masih panjang untuk lebih banyak berbuat dan mengabdi bagi masyarakat Kota Medan khusus Sumatera Utara (Sumut). Saya berharap, keharmonisan KMB-USU semakin erat,” ujar Assoc. Prof. Dr. Agus Susanto, mantan Ketua Umum KMB USU yang 1 di era tahun 1992.
Pemotongan tumpeng dilanjutkan bersama jajaran Badan Pengurus Harian (BPH) KMB-USU, yaitu Kenzie Alexander Kelana, Handy Wija Angelzan, Stevie Angie, dan Giovanni Goh.
Rangkaian acara dilanjutkan dengan makan siang bersama, pemutaran video nostalgia perjalanan organisasi, games interaktif serta penampilan energik dari kelompok Dance OMB.
Kemeriahan ditutup dengan sesi free time, panggung karaoke, dan foto bersama antarpeserta dan alumni. ***obs
