Bandung, August 22, 2025 – The Directorate of Common Preparatory Stage (Ditsama) at ITB held the second session of the Student Mentor Training Program, as part of the 2025 Mentorship Program for freshmen in the Common Preparatory Stage (TPB). This training was designed to equip student mentors with ethical, reflective, and communicative competencies to effectively support first-year students in their initial academic journey.

The program, conducted at GKU Timur and GKU Barat, ITB Ganesha Campus, was divided into two main sessions. In the plenary session, participants attended an inspiring lecture delivered by Dr. Lulu Lusianti Fitri on the theme “Student Ethics: Becoming Intelligent Without Losing Integrity.” The session featured dynamic discussions and interactive games that fostered enthusiasm and camaraderie among the mentors.

Following this, participants joined small group sessions with faculty facilitators on the topic “Time Management.” These sessions encouraged mentors to engage in reflective practices on how to structure their time and priorities—an essential skill for guiding new students as they adapt to the academic rhythm of university life.

Prof. Dr. Fatimah Arofiati Noor, S.Si., M.Si., Director of the Common Preparatory Stage, emphasized that the mentorship program is not merely technical assistance, but also character development. “We hope that student mentors become role models—not only as companions but also as figures who inspire the spirit of learning and contribution,” she stated.

She further expressed her appreciation for the synergy that shaped the success of the event. “This training was successfully carried out thanks to the collaboration of the entire team and the outstanding support from the student organizing committee,” she added.

In line with this, Rahmat Slamet Supendi, S.Si., the Program Coordinator, underlined the foundational role of the activity in welcoming freshmen with a more humanistic and impactful approach. “Mentors are the first faces to greet new students. We want them to come prepared—with empathy and integrity—reflecting the spirit of ‘Impactful ITB,’” he remarked.

This training reaffirmed the importance of ethics, responsibility, and solidarity. By addressing both cognitive and affective dimensions, the program not only provided knowledge but also encouraged mentors to grow into role models who positively influence the freshmen they accompany.