March 02, 2026 – The inauguration of the Vice Rectors and the University Secretary of Universitas Sumatera Utara (USU) for the 2026–2031 period has been conducted in a solemn ceremony. This inauguration marks a strategic step for USU in strengthening governance, improving academic quality, and expanding the university’s role in research, innovation, and partnerships.
Within this new leadership structure, several prominent academic figures have been entrusted with the mandate to serve as the university’s leaders, namely:
Vice Rector I for Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Alumni Affairs:
Prof. Dr. Poppy Anjelisa Zaitun Hasibuan, S.Si., M.Si., Apt.
Vice Rector II for Human Resources, Finance, and Information Systems:
Dr. Muhammad Arifin Nasution, S.Sos., M.SP
Vice Rector III for Research, Innovation, and Cooperation:
Prof. Dr. Eng. Himsar Ambarita, S.T., M.T.
Vice Rector IV for Planning, Infrastructure, and Business:
Dr. Muhammad Anggia Muchtar, S.T., MM.IT.
University Secretary:
Ir. Ikhsan Siregar, S.T., M.Eng., Ph.D.
The Faculty of Vocational Education USU also extends its congratulations to the newly inaugurated officials and is ready to synergize in supporting the university’s grand vision toward a more advanced and competitive future.