Medan, November 2, 2026 – The Faculty of Vocational Education, Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU), once again held its morning assembly on Monday, November 2, 2026. The event, conducted online via Zoom, was attended by the dean's office representatives, heads of study programs, lecturers, and educational staff within the Faculty of Vocational Education USU.

Serving as the assembly leader, the Head of the Diploma Program in Pharmacy and Food Analysis, Dr. Sri Yuliasmi, S.Farm., M.Si., Apt., delivered several directives regarding preparations and the participation of the entire academic community in ensuring the successful organization of EXPO Vokasi 2026.

In her address, she encouraged all heads of study programs to guide and motivate students in their respective programs to attend and actively participate in the various activities and competitions held as part of EXPO Vokasi 2026. Student participation is expected to provide an opportunity to showcase their creativity, abilities, and potential.

In addition, she also encouraged lecturers to participate in the competition specifically organized for lecturers and urged educational staff to take part in the competition prepared specifically for them as part of EXPO Vokasi 2026. The involvement of all members of the academic community is expected to foster a sense of togetherness while adding to the excitement of the Faculty of Vocational Education's annual event.

On the same occasion, Dr. Sri Yuliasmi also expressed her appreciation to the entire organizing team of the EXPO Vokasi 2026 International Competition. Considering that this is the first time the Faculty of Vocational Education USU has organized an international-level competition, the achievement of exceeding the registration target is a positive accomplishment worthy of appreciation. This demonstrates the enthusiasm and potential of EXPO Vokasi to grow into an event that attracts broader participation, including at the international level.

Through this morning assembly, it is hoped that the entire academic community of the Faculty of Vocational Education USU will further strengthen coordination, foster a greater sense of togetherness, and actively participate in making EXPO Vokasi 2026 a success. The support and involvement of students, lecturers, and educational staff are essential to creating an event that is lively, inspiring, and has a positive impact on the development of vocational education.