Lively 17th Anniversary Fun Walk of Politap Features Togetherness and Dozens of Exciting Door Prizes

Ketapang, 24 May 2025 — Politeknik Negeri Ketapang (Ketapang State Polytechnic) (Ketapang State Polytechnic, Politap) successfully held a Fun Walk to celebrate its 17th Anniversary on Saturday morning (24/5). The event was lively and warm, attended by hundreds of participants including the academic community, alumni, and institutional partners from across Ketapang.

The event series began at 05:45 WIB with a committee briefing, followed by the flagging off of fun walk participants by Politap Director, Irianto, S.P., S.ST., M.M.A. Participants showed great enthusiasm along the designated route, creating an energetic and healthy atmosphere until 07:30 WIB.

The event continued with an opening session featuring the Persembahan Dance by the Politap Dance UKM, welcoming remarks from the Chairman of KONI Ketapang Theo Bernadhi, S.Sos., and a speech from the Politap Director. The atmosphere was warm and intimate, reflecting synergy among the institution, partners, and the community.

Adding to the festivity, the committee distributed dozens of attractive door prizes that captivated the participants' attention. These prizes included bicycles, refrigerators, rice cookers, blenders, water dispensers, gas stoves, mobile phones, smartwatches, and TWS (True Wireless Stereo earphones). In addition, several sponsors took part in contributing extra door prizes, making the prize draw one of the most eagerly anticipated sessions.

The entertainment was enlivened by performances from Ramuan Band, The Lecture Band, as well as special guest appearances by two alumni of a national talent search show, Kia KDI and Andin KDI. Their presence captivated participants with melodious vocals and energetic stage presence, wrapping up the event series with high spirits.

This fun walk was not merely a light sporting activity, but a gathering to strengthen bonds among the academic community, alumni, partners, and the surrounding community. With a spirit of collaboration and fellowship, Politap reaffirmed its commitment to continuously develop as an excellent vocational institution that makes a tangible impact on the region. (finn)