Paridi's Education: a role model for thousands

Dear GlobalGiving Donors,

This semester, several classes were run during the weekdays, but unfortunately I could only participate in the weekend classed. I realize that if I want to graduate soon, I have to make more effort to attend the weekday classes however my circumstance make it difficult for me as I am working full time.  The weekday classed start at night after office hours but with the heavy traffic in Jakarta, it is difficult for me to arrive on time.

This semester, we learned Accounting for the Public Sector, Accounting Theory and Indonesian Economics. In these classes we learned not only from the lecturer in class but also from open discussions, student’s presentations, journals and academic papers.  These classes taught the students to be more independent and creative.

Last month was the month of Ramadhan - a time for Moslem people to fast. We restrained from eating from sunrise to sunset. During the day we did our activities normally, it is not much different from our daily routine.  The campus schedules were also the same as in other months.  And at the end of the month I had my mid-term exams then we had a break for two weeks. I took this moment to bring my family to visit our relatives in Jakarta. The common tradition in Indonesia that we celebrate Idul Fitri (Eid – Islamic Holiday) in our hometown, this tradition is called “mudik” in Bahasa. But this year my family and I decided to stay in Jakarta. Normally we would go to our hometown in  Solo in Central Java.

I will have my final exams at the end of this month and I will do my best to pass and get good grades. A couple of years ago, I would never ever dare to dream that one day I will have the opportunity to experience and continue my study in university. But with your generous support and trust in me, now I am in university finishing my fifth semester of study. Thank you so very much for granting my wish.

Kind regards,

Paridi

Dear GlobalGiving Donors,

After a short vacation at the end of  2016, the study continues.  The final exam was held in the last week of January.  I have already received my grades;they were good, but sadly not as good as before. I was sick for a week and was not able to follow a few classes. The student’s presence was also an influence on the final grade. Please accept my apology for this situation, I will do my best to do better in my study.On the positive side, I have been talking with the teachers about how I can bring my marks back up to the previous level, and have received good advice on strategies for next semester.

After the semester finished, I had two months holiday from the university. Classes started again in March. I spent most of my free time working and helping my family. I had the chance to bring them all to Bogor, West Java.  All five of us went there by public train to attend my cousin’s wedding.  My children were very happy; it has been such a long time since we all went together. 

Time flies so fast; I cannot believe that now I am in my 5^th semester. It still feels like yesterday that I was dreaming to study in the university.  This semester I am studying Public Sector Accounting, Finance Accounting 2, Accounting theory, Business Statistics and Indonesian Economy. The classes will be filled with lectures and presentations. Beside individual assignments, I also have group assignments.

Thank you very much for all of your kind support. Step by step I am getting closer to pursuing my dream. I wish I will be able to graduate with  good grades and apply my education to my work at YUM.  Thank you once again.

Kind regards,

Paridi