Medan, September 25, 2026 – The series of English Competition “Speak to Inspire” 2026 organized by the Diploma Program in English Language, Faculty of Vocational Education, Universitas Sumatera Utara (FV USU), entered its third day and marked the conclusion of the series of activities. Held at the Faculty of Vocational Education USU on Friday (September 25, 2026), the activity featured the announcement of winners from each competition category as well as various creative performances by students.
The third day of the English Competition “Speak to Inspire” 2026 was a moment that not only celebrated the achievements of the participants but also showcased the diverse creativity of students of the Diploma Program in English Language. The atmosphere became even more lively with various performances, including drama, a local band, RPD, freestyle, as well as various games and quizzes involving participants and attendees.
The series of performances demonstrated students' creativity, courage, communication skills, and teamwork in presenting entertainment that remained connected to the development of English language skills. The enthusiasm of the participants and audience also contributed to the lively atmosphere during the closing of the competition.
The highlight of the activity was marked by the announcement of the winners from each competition category who had participated in the competition series since the first day. The winners then received appreciation for their achievements and efforts throughout the English Competition “Speak to Inspire” 2026.
The closing activity was also attended by the Director of the Directorate of Student Affairs and Alumni Affairs (Ditmawalumni) USU, Prof. Dr. Ir. Agus Purwoko, S.Hut., M.Si., IPU., who delivered remarks to all participants and committee members. In his remarks, he expressed his appreciation for the successful implementation of the activity and supported various student activities that can serve as platforms for developing students' creativity, abilities, and experiences beyond academic activities.
The closing activity was further enhanced by the presence of the Deputy Mayor of Tanjungbalai, Muhammad Fadly Abdina, S.P., M.Si. His presence added a special element to the closing series of activities. On the occasion, he delivered remarks and expressed appreciation to the committee, students, participants, and all parties who supported the implementation of the English Competition “Speak to Inspire” 2026.
Furthermore, the Deputy Mayor of Tanjungbalai presented prizes to the competition winners as a form of appreciation for the achievements and creativity demonstrated throughout the competition. This moment also marked the conclusion of the entire series of the English Competition “Speak to Inspire” 2026.
The implementation of this activity would not have been possible without the support of various parties who contributed to the success of the competition series. Waitinglist Coffee & Tea served as the main sponsor, along with other sponsors, namely Mutiara Jewelry, BBC Learning Center, Pizza Hut, and WiLASA. Their support contributed to creating a lively series of activities and providing a memorable competition experience for all participants.
Through this activity, the Diploma Program in English Language, Faculty of Vocational Education USU, not only provided students with a space to develop their English language skills but also served as a platform to improve confidence, creativity, public speaking skills, and a positive spirit of competition.
With the conclusion of the activity series, the English Competition “Speak to Inspire” 2026 is expected to become a valuable experience for all participants and students while continuing to encourage the development of various creative and innovative activities within the Faculty of Vocational Education USU.