The Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM), proudly congratulates two Linguistics students, Soniakurniawati and Safira Rizky Amanda GP, for successfully presenting their research at The 16th Asian Conference on Education (ACE 2024). This prestigious conference was organized by IAFOR and held from November 25 to 29, 2024, in Tokyo, Japan.

Their research, titled “Implementation of Traditional Javanese Games for Early Childhood to Preserve the Javanese Language: A Quasi-Experimental Research,” highlights the importance of preserving the Javanese language by introducing traditional games to early childhood education. This innovative approach combines cultural heritage with effective language learning methods.

The conference was attended by academics, researchers, and education practitioners from around the globe, providing a strategic platform for both students to share ideas and expand their academic perspectives.

This achievement further emphasizes FIB UGM’s global contribution to education and cultural preservation. The dedication and success of Soniakurniawati and Safira Rizky Amanda GP serve as an inspiration for other students to strive for excellence and contribute at an international level.

Sandya Kirani, a student of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), is a person who is known to excel in managing various events and organizations. Originally from Yogyakarta, Sandya is active in various Student Activity Units (UKM) as well as volunteering for a number of major events in the area.

As a part-time worker in the Public Relations Unit of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM, Sandya has strategic roles, such as receiving domestic and international guest visits, managing the faculty’s social media, and becoming a website admin. This job enriches her skills in public relations.

In addition to her work in the world of work, Sandya also has long experience in the realm of organization. Currently, she serves as Vice Chairperson of the UGM Surakarta Style Javanese Arts Unit, where she is in charge of coordinating the organization’s internal activities and establishing relationships with Forkom Gelanggang Mahasiswa UGM. Sandya also plays an important role as Production Leader in the collaboration performance of UKM Sekber Seni at Gelanggang Expo 2024.

Her love for arts and culture has led her to great responsibilities. She has been the Chief Executive of the Traditional and Modern Dance Stages of Porsenigama 2023, Stage Manager of the Gelanggang Expo 2023 Sekber Seni Collaboration Performance, and Head of GMCO’s Creative Mini Concert Event Division. In addition, she was involved in major events such as the UGM Balinese Dance Festival 2023, the 73rd UGM Anniversary Art Performance, and Nitilaku 2024.

With a myriad of experiences, Sandya Kirani proves herself as a student who is not only academically active but also has a high commitment to the development of arts and culture. She believes that her involvement in these events is a real contribution to enrich the experience of the arts community at UGM and beyond.

Sandya is committed to continue working in the world of events and public relations in the hope of having a positive impact on the wider community, especially in the preservation of local arts and culture.