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Politeknik Negeri Jember (Polije) successfully held the Polije Open Karate Championship IV – Director’s Cup, an annual sporting event that has become a prominent platform for identifying young karate talents. This year’s championship not only highlighted athletic excellence but also reflected Polije’s ongoing commitment to strengthening its internationalization agenda through diverse campus activities.
The two-day event brought together participants from various categories, including youth, students, the general public, TNI/POLRI, and veteran classes. The wide range of participants demonstrated Polije’s openness and inclusiveness, reinforcing the institution’s role as a hub of community engagement at both regional and national levels.
Beyond being a competitive arena, the championship served as a strategic gateway for talent scouting. Outstanding athletes, especially those representing Polije, are expected to continue developing their skills and potentially compete at national and international championships. This aligns with Polije’s vision of preparing students who are globally competent in multiple fields, including sports.
The event also reflects Polije’s holistic approach to internationalization. While academic programs, mobility schemes, and global partnerships remain key pillars, Polije continues to elevate its reputation through achievements in non-academic sectors such as sports. Karate, being a globally recognized discipline, offers students the opportunity to engage in competitions that connect them with international sporting communities.
In previous years, Polije karate athletes have demonstrated strong performance in international competitions, proving that the institution’s talent development strategies are effective. Building on this momentum, Polije aims to make the Director’s Cup a yearly event that not only showcases athletic skill but also aligns with the standards and expectations of global sporting arenas.
Furthermore, the championship supports Polije’s talent-based admission program, where winners and outstanding athletes are given the opportunity to enter Polije through special achievement pathways. This initiative reflects Polije’s belief that excellence is multifaceted and that international competitiveness can emerge from both academic and extracurricular accomplishments.
Polije’s leadership emphasized that events like the Karate Director’s Cup play an important role in shaping a disciplined, competitive, and globally minded student community. By integrating sports development into its internationalization roadmap, Polije continues to broaden the dimensions through which students can achieve global exposure.
As Polije expands its international reach across academics, culture, research, and now sports, the institution demonstrates a strong commitment to developing well-rounded human resources who are ready to perform on the world stage. The Polije Open Karate IV stands as a symbol of this mission, showing that internationalization can grow from both classrooms and arenas alike.