Balikpapan - Institut Teknologi Kalimantan once again presented its annual ITK Open House 2026, an educational event designed to introduce campus life directly to students, teachers, parents, and the wider community. The opening ceremony was lively and informative, featuring a series of activities that were not only engaging but also provided a realistic glimpse into academic life at a technology-based university.

Carrying the theme “Explore the Next Dimension – GATE: Gateway to Educational Direction”, the event served as an exploratory space for prospective students to better understand their higher education choices. From participant registration to the opening session, the atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm from attendees eager to learn more about the campus environment, study programs, and future opportunities offered by ITK.

The opening session began with participant registration and an official commencement led by the Master of Ceremony, followed by the national anthem and student artistic performances that showcased the creativity of the academic community. Remarks from institutional leadership became a key highlight, providing direction and motivation to participants.

Beyond ceremonial activities, the event was designed to be informative through various campus introduction programs, including:

• Study program expo
• Campus tour
• Lecture simulation sessions
• Introduction to facilities and laboratories
• Direct interaction with students and lecturers

These activities ensured that the open house was not merely ceremonial, but also educational and interactive, helping participants gain a practical understanding of the academic environment.

On this occasion, Rector Prof. Dr. rer. nat. Agus Rubiyanto, M.Eng.Sc. emphasized the importance of open house activities as a bridge of information between higher education institutions and prospective students. He conveyed that ITK serves as a technological institution committed to enhancing human resource quality through education, research, and innovation relevant to national development and the Kalimantan region. The university aims to produce competent graduates who contribute to industrial and technological advancement.

In his remarks, he also highlighted that young generations should become agents of change — excelling academically while demonstrating social leadership and cultural contribution to national progress. Through ITK Open House, he expressed hope that participants would make informed and confident educational choices, as choosing a university ultimately means choosing one’s future.

The Face of a Future Technology Campus

As the only state technological institute in central and eastern Indonesia, ITK plays a strategic role in supporting national development through research focuses in energy, smart cities, maritime studies, and food technology. Activities such as the open house reflect the institution’s commitment to transparent, inclusive, and impactful education for society.

The opening of ITK Open House 2026 was not merely ceremonial, but an inspiring momentum for young generations to begin shaping their academic futures. Through its interactive, informative, and educational approach, the event successfully provided participants with a firsthand introduction to university life. Ultimately, ITK reaffirmed its position as a gateway for exploring technological education for Indonesia’s future generations.