Bandung, November 5, 2026 The Tourism Marketing Management Student Association (HIMA MPP) at the Indonesia University of Education (UPI) held the LENTERA 2026 event, titled “Exploring Career Pathways and Professional Journeys in the Tourism Industry,” on Thursday November 5 at the FPIPS Auditorium at UPI. Attended by 102 students, the event served as a platform for new students to learn more about career opportunities in the tourism industry while preparing themselves for the professional world through alumni experience sharing sessions and practical skills training.
Featuring three alumni of the Tourism Marketing Management Program Firda Khaerunnisa, S.Par., Argin Hasta Ginanjar, S.Par., and Asti Kurnia Dwiariani, S.Par. the talk show session provided participants with a realistic glimpse into career paths across various sectors of the tourism industry. Through the experiences shared, participants were invited to gain a deeper understanding of the world of hospitality, marketing partnerships, and entrepreneurship. The alumni’s stories shaped through various stages and processes of self development offered the perspective that professional careers are not always formed instantly, but rather through experience, learning, and the courage to seize opportunities.
Interaction between participants and the guest speakers was also a key part of the event. Through discussion and Q&A sessions, students had the opportunity to delve deeper into the alumni’s professional experiences, understand the challenges they faced, and identify the competencies needed to advance their careers in the tourism industry. The event’s atmosphere was further enhanced by interactive icebreaker sessions led by the host, allowing participants to engage enthusiastically with the program’s content. In addition to focusing on introducing students to the professional world, LENTERA 2026 also provided practical skills training through sessions on Personal Grooming and Hair Styling, as well as a Beauty Class. The grooming session was led by M. Rizal Saleh Senen, S.Par., while the Beauty Class was led by Sri Rengganis Maharani, RU Duta MPP. Through demonstrations and interactive practice, participants gained an understanding of grooming techniques, hair styling, and natural yet professional makeup application. This training is expected to help students understand the importance of maintaining their appearance as a key aspect of projecting a professional image, particularly in the tourism and hospitality industries.
The Executive Chair of LENTERA 2026, Annisa Naura, expressed her gratitude and joy at the opportunity to lead the event. According to her, the process of organizing LENTERA provided many valuable lessons, including dealing with various challenges that did not go as planned. She also expressed her appreciation to the entire organizing committee for their dedication and for giving their best efforts throughout the event. Through this experience, she hopes that every process they went through will serve as a learning experience and preparation for seizing future opportunities. “Find your life, find your way!” was the message that helped fuel the spirit of this event.
The LENTERA 2026 program also supports the achievement of Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 4: Quality Education, by providing learning opportunities outside the classroom that broaden students’ horizons and develop their practical skills. Furthermore, this initiative aligns with SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, particularly by preparing the younger generation for the workforce through career opportunities, competency development, and the expansion of professional networks. Going beyond simply organizing the event, LENTERA 2026 also makes a sustainable contribution by donating all proceeds from the event to support the MPP Scholarship program. This serves as a demonstration of commitment to the continued support of student education and development within the MPP community.
Through LENTERA 2026, students are expected to gain a broader perspective on various career paths in the tourism industry, build connections with alumni, and begin developing their professional competencies and presentation skills early on. In line with its guiding spirit, LENTERA serves as a space for students to discover their direction, recognize their potential, and move forward with greater confidence on their journey toward a professional future.
Author: Riani Rizki Oktaviani