Universitas Muhammadiyah Purworejo (UMPWR) has once again demonstrated its commitment to fostering student entrepreneurship by sending a delegation to the Launching of PLUT Academy 2026: Entrepreneurship Bootcamp, organized by the Integrated Business Service Center (PLUT) for Cooperatives, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (KUMKM) of Purworejo Regency on Tuesday (July 8) at the PLUT KUKMP Office in Purworejo.
The event marked the beginning of a comprehensive entrepreneurship development program designed to cultivate resilient young entrepreneurs through education, mentoring, and business incubation. The Entrepreneurship Bootcamp brought together students from various universities across Purworejo Regency.
The launching ceremony was attended by representatives of partner universities, MSME practitioners, and approximately 100 participants, consisting of 40 official PLUT Academy participants and around 60 students and invited guests. The event was officially opened by Nurhadi Trionggo, S.H., M.A.P., Secretary of the Purworejo Regency Office of Cooperatives, Small and Medium Enterprises, and Trade.
As part of the ceremony, leaders of participating universities signed a joint commitment to strengthen collaboration in developing student entrepreneurship. The event continued with a symbolic presentation of participant badges to representatives of the PLUT Academy cohort.
Building an Entrepreneurial Mindset
The first keynote session was delivered by R. Hesti Respatiningsih, S.E., M.Par., Director of STIE Rajawali Purworejo, who emphasized the importance of cultivating an entrepreneurial mindset.
"Entrepreneurs are not born—they are shaped through knowledge, mentoring, and the courage to take the first step. PLUT Academy – Entrepreneurship Bootcamp provides everything except one thing: the decision to begin."
Her inspiring message encouraged participants to take the initiative in starting their own businesses while continuously developing the skills and character required of successful entrepreneurs.
The second session featured Tsaniatu Zakia, S.Pd., owner of Tsania Craft, who shared her entrepreneurial journey from establishing a small business to building a competitive and sustainable MSME. Through her success story, participants gained practical insights into the challenges, strategies, and consistency needed to grow a business.
UMPWR Sends Eight Student Delegates
For the 2026 PLUT Academy program, UMPWR delegated eight students from the Management, Economic Education, and Agribusiness study programs to participate in the entrepreneurship development series.
The launching ceremony was also attended by Dehiera, UMPWR's Student Entrepreneur Development Program (P2MW) team, which successfully secured funding under the 2026 P2MW Program.
Accompanying the students, Susi Widjajani, S.E., M.Si., Head of UMPWR's Entrepreneurship and Business Incubator Unit, highlighted that participation in PLUT Academy provides students with an invaluable opportunity to broaden their entrepreneurial knowledge and professional networks.
"PLUT Academy offers an excellent learning environment for students to gain a deeper understanding of the business world. We hope they will not only acquire knowledge but also develop the confidence to transform their business ideas into reality," said Susi Widjajani.
Meanwhile, Dedi Runanto, S.E., M.Si., Head of Student Affairs at UMPWR, noted that the program aligns closely with the university's commitment to nurturing student entrepreneurs.
"The university continues to encourage students to develop a strong entrepreneurial mindset. Through programs such as PLUT Academy, students can learn directly from experienced practitioners while building networks that will be invaluable as they establish their own businesses," Dedi Runanto explained.
Preparing Students to Become Job Creators
UMPWR hopes that its students' participation in PLUT Academy will strengthen their entrepreneurial competencies, expand collaborative networks, and inspire the creation of innovative and competitive business ventures.
Through collaboration among the local government, higher education institutions, and MSME stakeholders, PLUT Academy is expected to become a platform for nurturing a new generation of young entrepreneurs who are not only prepared to become job seekers, but are also capable of becoming job creators, generating employment opportunities and contributing to the economic development of their communities.
