Christian Evan Chandra, a graduate of the Actuarial Science Undergraduate Program, FMIPA UI, was named the recipient of the best GPA in UI. He is the only undergraduate graduate who managed to achieve a perfect GPA of 4 with Cumlaude predicate. This was announced during the Virtual Graduation of the University of Indonesia Undergraduate and Vocational Programs for the Odd Semester of the 2020-2021 Academic Year, on Saturday (6/3/2021).
His success outperformed all UI undergraduate graduates this semester, and more than 500 undergraduate graduates with cum laude predicates. He took 3.5 years of study with a thesis entitled "Bayesian and Bootstrap Methods for Estimating Complete Mortality Tables and Pure Premium Ranges of Annual Life Insurance in Indonesia Based on Summary Mortality Tables".
Achieving a perfect GPA like Christian is every student's dream at the college level. However, not many have actually managed to break through that number, especially for fields of study that fall into the category of science and technology.
So what study tips does Christian apply?
Choose a Study Program Based on Passion
To the FMIPA UI Public Relations team, the man nicknamed Cev explained that he had been interested in the field of mathematics and its branches of science since he was a child, and for him, this field of study was very enjoyable.
“Learning the lessons we like without being forced by anyone is very enjoyable,” said Cev.
With that, Cev really enjoys every learning process. Including when he finds obstacles in understanding new materials, according to him it is also part of the learning process to then find a solution as a solution.
Armed with determination and interest that was very much ingrained in him, finally Cev confidently chose the Actuarial Science Study Program, FMIPA UI after completing his education at SMAS Kristen 3 Penabur Jakarta in 2017 through the SBMPTN pathway.
Study Consistently and Manage Time Wisely
As a form of responsibility for his choice, Cev did not want to waste his struggle to be accepted in the newest undergraduate study program of FMIPA UI. He realized that his burden in college was much heavier than his education in high school. Moreover, this study program has a very high level of strictness since it was first officially opened.
Therefore, he tried to always study consistently, and manage his study time well. He almost never wasted any time. Whether on the way to campus or back home, during breaks between classes, even on weekends he used it to study.
"I make it a habit to study and practice every day optimally, even on weekends and when there is an opportunity during the commute to and from college and breaks between courses. I look for literature that is appropriate to what I want to learn and with a delivery style that suits my preferences, as well as actuarial exam questions and related case studies," said Cev to the FMIPA UI public relations team.
Be Confident But Still Be An Open Person
Being good at math doesn't mean that all learning processes at university are always smooth. He also admitted that he often had difficulty learning new materials.
But he always believed, self-potential cannot develop without the will and effort to overcome learning difficulties. Overcoming this, Cev did not hesitate to discuss with lecturers, friends, and even attend discussion forums about actuarial online.
“Self-disclosure is important, when we stuck at one point, then do not hesitate to ask the lecturer or friends," he said.
According to him, the more someone masters the subject matter, the more confident they will be in answering even difficult questions.
Focus on Learning Goals
Becoming a graduate with a perfect GPA was something he had never expected. All he knew was that he was just doing his duty as a student as best he could. The best grades, Cev said, were not the only goal. Because what was no less important was how he could implement and share his knowledge with others.
"I try not only to get good grades, but also to understand the things behind the knowledge in depth and be able to implement and explain it to others," said Cev.
Balancing Life With Hobbies
Although he is diligent in studying, Cev admitted that studying is not his only hobby. In fact, according to him, studying cannot be said to be just a hobby, but can also be interpreted as something that must be done routinely in order to be able to develop oneself along with the times.
Cev realized that he needed to have other pleasures to balance his life. He chose singing, enjoying motor sport shows, and writing on several platforms as his hobbies.
In his personal blog, the man who aspires to become an actuary with a degree fellowship It is known to be quite active in sharing reviews about technology, culinary, traveling, and various educational content.
“Studying is indeed one of my hobbies, but I also have other hobbies, namely writing, singing, and enjoying TV shows. motorsport to maintain the balance of life," he added.
