Successfully Leading West Java, Ridwan Kamil Gets An Honorary Causa Doctoral Degree From The University Of Glasgow

JAKARTA - Former Governor of West Java Ridwan Kamil or Kang Emil received a honoris causa doctorate from the University of Glasgow. The university in Scotland considers him a multitalented figure.

This moment was uploaded by Ridwan through his official Instagram account, @ridwankamil. At that time he called the best and noble knowledge useful for the community.

"Receiving the honorary Doctor's degree along with eight other world figures from the University of Glasgow regarding development and leadership innovations," he was quoted as saying in his upload.

Meanwhile, Senior Vice Principal and Deputy Vice Chancellor University of Glasgow Professor Frank Coton said Ridwan Kamil was a talented figure. He is a visionary architect and a leader who has always been there for the people.

"The journey begins in the city of Bandung," he said.

Ridwan also said that he always reached out through his abilities. He is increasingly known as 'People's Architects' for the probono social project that creates public spaces in densely populated residential areas throughout Indonesia," Frank said.

During his tenure as Mayor of Bandung and Governor of West Java, Ridwan is said to have made many breakthroughs. Including, when the COVID-19 pandemic hit the whole world.

"Your commitment to education, sustainable, and social justice is truly inspiring," Frank said.

Apart from Ridwan, there are nine other names who received honorary doctorates from the university such as Professor Sir William Blair, Veronica Crosbie, and Brian McBride. They come from various backgrounds with different disciplines.