Medan, Friday (November 13, 2026). Another remarkable achievement has been made by students of the Faculty of Law, Universitas Sumatera Utara (FH USU), at the National Law Debate Competition organized by the Faculty of Sharia and Law, UIN Sunan Kalijaga Yogyakarta. In this competition, the FH USU delegation successfully won 1st Place and received the Best Speaker award.
Throughout their journey toward this achievement, the FH USU delegation was guided by Devi Yulida, S.H., M.H., a lecturer at the Faculty of Law, USU, who served as their supervising lecturer. Through the guidance, direction, and assistance provided throughout the preparation process and the competition, the delegates were able to develop well-structured legal arguments and deliver their best performances before the panel of judges. The role of the supervising lecturer was one of the important factors supporting the team's success in winning 1st Place and Best Speaker.
This achievement demonstrates the ability of FH USU students to develop critical thinking, legal argumentation, analysis of legal issues, as well as communication skills and the ability to express opinions systematically.
Winning 1st Place and Best Speaker is also a source of pride for the Faculty of Law, USU, and demonstrates the students' enthusiasm for continuing to achieve excellence in academic competitions at the national level.
The Dean of FH USU, Dr. Mahmul Siregar, S.H., M.Hum., expressed his appreciation and congratulations to all delegates and their supervising lecturer, Devi Yulida, S.H., M.H., for their achievement. This accomplishment is expected to motivate other FH USU students to continue developing their academic competencies and critical thinking skills, as well as bringing honor to the Faculty of Law, Universitas Sumatera Utara, in various national and international competitions.