ITC graduation ceremony 2025 A celebration of resilience, research, and real-world impact

“During our field trip to Valkenburg, I stood in a street that had been completely flooded. It hit me: we can now model that kind of event days in advance. Science can literally point to tomorrow’s problem on today’s screen. It’s been two thrilling years of learning and living alongside peers who shared the same drive to understand and reduce natural risks.”

“Later this month, I’ll start as a Data & Information Manager with 510 at the Netherlands Red Cross. I’ll be translating hazard models into dashboards that trigger anticipatory aid. Over the next few years, I want every vulnerable community I serve to feel that accomplished moment when early action beats disaster.”

“Yes, I cannot deny that. At first it was a joke, but then they started coming to me for advice. That’s when I realized it meant something more.”

“If global-scale challenges keep you up at night, this program at ITC gives you both the code and the compass—plus an internship network that can hand you a job offer before graduation. Bring curiosity, accept your limitations out loud, and the learning community will carry you further than any brochure can promise. Oh, and last but not least, below I will share a photo of me with my specialization peers and two professors, and a photo of me presenting a poster in Vienna."

“It’s been a challenging ride! Full of curiosity, inspiring moments with friends, lecturers, and staff. But I’d be lying if I said it was always easy. Some days, academic responsibilities hit especially hard, especially when paired with the Dutch wind and rain! But looking back, I wouldn’t trade it for anything. One of my favorite parts was diving into my thesis research, where I explored computer vision and how it can support agricultural statistics. It felt amazing to build something meaningful that blends tech and real-world impact.”

“I plan to return to Indonesia and contribute to the GIS and Earth Observation field through my work. I’m hopeful that everything I’ve learned at ITC—the knowledge, the experience, and the amazing network—will open doors for me to work on an international level someday. My bigger goal? To give more, do more, and bring real value to society through what I love doing."

"It’s hard to pick just one. But if I had to, it would be the journey of working on my research. Those months were intense but incredibly fulfilling. What made it truly special was realizing that I never walked that path alone. Friends, family, lecturers—so many people lifted me up along the way.

When I started, I was a beginner in GIS and Earth Observation. But the deeper I explored the field, the more I understood how powerful and impactful this knowledge can be. If you’ve ever thought about pursuing this path, don’t let that spark go. Hold on to it, fight for it. You’re absolutely right to believe in it.  ITC is a great place to study GIS and EO. It not only gives you solid knowledge, but also helps you build the kind of research attitude that will really support you in your next steps in this field."

"Thank you. Yes! I’ve attached two photos that are special to me. The first one was taken during my first days at ITC, at the faculty kick-in. I was proudly wearing traditional clothing made from tenun from my region, and it was such a meaningful moment to connect with so many new friends from around the world, each wearing their own cultural attire.

The second photo was taken during our GFM visit to a GIS company in Delft. That trip was a highlight — not just for what we learned, but because we managed everything as a team, from planning the visit to leading the discussion. It was a great experience in teamwork, leadership, and real-world GIS application.

Thank you for the chance to contribute to ITC as I close this chapter of my journey here!"