Key Contributions in the Doctoral Defense at Universitas Katolik Atma Jaya

In the Open Doctoral Defense in Psychology at the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Katolik (Unika) Atma Jaya, held on 31 July 2024, Prof. Dr. Juneman Abraham, M.Si., played a pivotal role as the second examiner. Prof. Abraham, who is affiliated with BINUS University, brought his extensive expertise and scholarly insight to the examination of Dra. Ninawati, M.M.’s dissertation titled “The Influence of Ethnic Identity and National Identity on Perceived Discrimination with the Moderation of Ethnic Socialization among Chinese Students in Jakarta.” The defense was held at Universitas Katolik Atma Jaya, Jakarta, under the leadership of Dr. Yohanes Eko Adi Prasetyanto, S.Si., Vice Rector of Academic Affairs, Student Affairs, and Human Resources, who served as the Chair of the Open Defense.

The academic committee for this defense comprised distinguished scholars in the field of psychology. Dr. phil. Hana Panggabean, a psychologist from Universitas Katolik Atma Jaya, served as the primary advisor (Promotor), while Dr. phil. Juliana Murniati, M.Si., also from Universitas Katolik Atma Jaya, acted as the co-advisor (Co-Promotor). The examiners included Prof. Bernadette Setiadi, Ph.D., from Universitas Katolik Atma Jaya, Prof. Dr. Juneman Abraham, S.Psi., M.Si., C.W.P., C.I.R.R., from BINUS University , and Dr. Dhevy Setya Wibawa, M.Si., from Universitas Katolik Atma Jaya.

This dissertation defense was a significant academic event, highlighting the intricate relationships between ethnic identity, national identity, and perceived discrimination among Chinese students in Jakarta. Ninawati’s research explored how ethnic socialization could moderate these relationships, providing valuable insights into the experiences of minority groups in Indonesia. The involvement of renowned academics, such as Prof. Dr. Juneman Abraham from BINUS University, underscored the scholarly rigor and interdisciplinary nature of this doctoral defense.

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Haryo Sutanto