Hi! I’m Eunike Florencia, a Graphic Design graduate from Pelita Harapan University’s class of 2017. After graduation, I delved into the entrepreneurial world as the founder of Hore Days, a business centered around illustration. My mission is to convey positive messages through my illustrations and bring joy to others’ lives. I first envisioned Hore Days during my time at UPH, and now, armed with the knowledge I acquired, I continue to manage it while also pursuing my passion for graphic design through various freelance projects since my university days.
My journey at UPH has been a mix of unforgettable moments and daunting challenges. I encountered setbacks, including failing multiple classes due to struggles in time management. Yet, each stumble pushed me to grow, revealing insights into my true purpose. I discovered more potential within myself, forged genuine connections, and cultivated new friendships not only within my major but also beyond, thanks to the numerous volunteer opportunities UPH offered.
My heart is filled with gratitude as I reflect on the years I spent at UPH, as they have transformed me for the better. Each course has its own valuable impact on me. However, there is one class that still evokes a warm feeling whenever I reminisce about it, and that is the Drawing Class with Mr. Donny Ibrahim. I remember being taught about perspective drawing and practicing live drawing together with charcoal in class, with my friends as the models.
Many other courses also provided us with the opportunity to go with our classmates and explore various works of art in different places and museums. This experience proves invaluable in our professional lives as it also broadens our knowledge.
I recommend young creatives who want to pursue design to study at UPH because not only does UPH instill Christian values and provide great facilities, but it also equipped me with a solid foundation in design and offered classes in soft skills to sustain my career in the industry. I acquired essential skills, such as time and project management skills, design thinking, and many more.
I remember the time when I was still a student at UPH, there was one lecturer who said that to be able to ‘think outside the box’, we first need to know what the ‘box’ is, and university is a time to identify that ‘box’.
Eunike Florencia