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“Storytelling Can Touch Deeper Than Logic”: The Journey of Pandhita, an Arabic Literature Student Who Makes Storytelling Her Life Path

News ReleaseSDG 4 (Quality Education)SDGs 5: Gender equality Thursday, 17 July 2025

In a world where logic often reigns supreme, Pandhita, an Arabic literature student, believes that storytelling can evoke emotions that logic cannot reach. “When I played the role of a mother betrayed by her son, I saw the audience crying,” she states with conviction, her eyes gazing into the distance. For Pandhita, storytelling is not merely a performance or entertainment; it is a profound way to convey messages, stir emotions, and touch the human side that is often overlooked by rational thought. Her love for storytelling began in elementary school.

It was during a county-level storytelling competition that Pandhita first realized the power of a tale. Winning the competition was not the most memorable part; rather, it was the moment she understood how a story could make an audience laugh, ponder, or even shed tears. From that point on, storytelling transformed from a hobby into a life path that she believed could benefit others. She is convinced that imparting life values does not always require advice or counsel; light-hearted stories with deep meanings can be more readily accepted and absorbed. “Khairunnās anfa‘uhum linnās, the best of people are those who are beneficial to others,” she emphasizes, quoting an Arabic proverb that serves as her guiding principle in her work.

As she delved deeper into the world of storytelling, more doors began to open for her. Her storytelling skills led her to be trusted as a mentor in various fields, from the Arabic and English languages to general subjects. One of her most unique experiences was participating in a Korean storytelling competition, despite never having formally studied the language. Armed only with songs and dramas she had watched, she attempted to mimic the pronunciation and expressions, all in the name of broadening her horizons and learning a new language. This experience reinforced her belief that stories can serve as a medium for cross-linguistic learning.

Her ability to craft narratives and convey messages also made her a sought-after contributor to educational video projects. People entrusted her with the important task of delivering messages in a coherent, lively, and meaningful manner. However, one unforgettable moment was when she became a storyteller at a social event for children in marginalized areas. The audience may have been small, but when she performed the story of “The Crying Stone,” the room fell silent and emotional. “When I acted as a mother scorned by her child, I saw those children crying along with me. They were not just listening; they were feeling,” she recalls. It was then that Pandhita realized she was not just telling stories; she was bringing meaning to life.

This skill also led her into the professional world as a moderator and event host. For her, being an MC is not just about reading an agenda; it’s about creating an atmosphere, maintaining the audience’s enthusiasm, and keeping her own energy stable from start to finish. She combines narrative techniques with vocal modulation, light metaphors, and smooth transitions to make each segment of an event feel alive. In fact, storytelling once saved her during a high-pressure interview. When her mind went blank due to a question, she chose to respond with a narrative approach. “I simply told a simple analogy, packaging complex language into something straightforward and easy to understand, and the interviewer smiled,” she reminisces.

For Pandhita, storytelling is a bridge between the mind and the heart. She rejects the notion that storytelling is only for children. Instead, she believes that through stories, we can learn empathy, sensitivity, and social awareness. The world is filled with small yet meaningful things; we often just don’t take the time to see them. Therefore, she uses storytelling as a way to help others re-examine their lives from a warmer perspective. In various educational and motivational forums she attends, Pandhita always carries one important message: literacy and language are the keys to the future. “Unfortunately, many still overlook this,” she says softly.

When asked about her dreams, Pandhita confidently replies that she wants to create storytelling workshops open to everyone. A safe space where people can share their stories without fear of judgment. For her, storytelling is not about performing perfectly or impressively, but about honesty, courage, and self-acceptance. “Everyone has a story. And every story has power,” she asserts. She believes that being an inspiring person is not always about grand achievements; sometimes, it is enough to be a good listener or a sincere storyteller.

Doctoral Promotion of Arina Isti’anah: Unveiling Ecological Discourse in Indonesian Tourism Promotion

News ReleaseSDG 4 (Quality Education)SDGs 12: Responsible consumption and productionSDGs 13: Climate ActionSDGs 8: Decent work and economic growth Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Yogyakarta, 10/7/2025 – The Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada, once again marked an academic milestone through the doctoral promotion session held on Thursday, July 10, 2025. Arina Isti’anah, a lecturer and researcher in the field of linguistics, officially earned her Doctorate degree after presenting a dissertation titled Ecological Discourse Analysis in Indonesian Tourism Promotion.

Through a corpus-based ecolinguistic approach, Arina’s research examined the language strategies used in the promotion of Indonesian tourism, focusing on English-language content on the official website of the Ministry of Tourism and Creative Economy. Her findings revealed that the narrative tends to overemphasize the physical environment—portraying Indonesia as an exotic tropical country rich in natural resources, yet isolated.

In her presentation, Arina revealed that tourism promotion practices are not only influenced by advertising genres but are also ideologically loaded, leaning toward neoliberalism and capitalism. The exploration of hidden islands and the glorification of natural beauty are wrapped in commodification and privatization, ironically under the guise of eco-friendliness.

Concluding her presentation, Arina emphasized that greenwashing has become a common pattern in tourism promotion. The “eco” and “green” labels often found in tourism campaigns do not always align with true ecological values. She also highlighted the need for further research on the Indonesian version of these texts and the translation strategies involved, including expanding the corpus and applying multimodal discourse analysis to enrich ecolinguistic discussion.

The doctoral promotion, held at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM, was attended by scholars from various disciplines, students, and colleagues from different institutions. Their presence witnessed Arina’s meaningful contribution to the development of ecolinguistics studies in Indonesia.

With this achievement, Dr. Arina Isti’anah is expected to continue her contributions to critical linguistic and ecological studies, inspiring the next generation of academics to explore how language functions as an ideological tool shaping people’s views of the environment.

A Small Step from the Palace: Eka and Her Dedication to the Art of Dance

News ReleaseSDGSSDGs 11: Sustainable cities and communitiesSDGs 4: Quality EducationSDGs 5: Gender equality Tuesday, 15 July 2025

Yogyakarta, July 14, 2025 – Eka Nur Cahyani, a 2023 student of the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada, has embarked on a long journey in the world of dance. Since the age of 7, Eka has been acquainted with and has loved classical dance, particularly the Yogyakarta style, thanks to the support of her late father, who was a court servant (abdi dalem) at the Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat Palace.

“I started dancing since I was little, often brought to the palace by my father. Since then, I fell in love with classical dance and have continued learning until now,” she recalled.

Although she never studied at a formal dance studio, Eka gained knowledge from art teachers since elementary school and is now active as a member of UGM’s Swagayugama Student Activity Unit. There, she learns directly from the palace’s dance instructor, Dra. Veronica Ratnaningsih (Nyi Mas Riya Murtiharini).

Eka’s dedication to dance extends beyond performing. She has served as an instructor in the “Kampung Menari” program by the Yogyakarta City Cultural Office and has taught children in Pakembinangun. Since 2024, she has joined the Pamulangan Hamong Beksa at the palace, where she delves deeply into techniques, movement variations, philosophy, and ethics of Yogyakarta-style classical dance.

In addition to mastering Yogyakarta-style classical dance, Eka has broadened her horizons by studying Surakarta-style classical dances, such as Gambyong and Srimpi. Currently, she actively participates in the Pamulangan Hamong Beksa at the Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat Palace. Every Sunday at 12:00 PM, Eka attends the palace wearing full traditional attire (jangkep), consisting of a kebaya tangkeban, jarik seredan, sanggul tekuk and subal, subang, and carrying a Sampur Gendala Giri.

“I am motivated to keep learning because I come from an artistic family—my grandfather was a puppeteer (dhalang), my paternal grandfather was a court servant, and my mother is a sindhen (traditional singer),” she said.

For Eka, dancing is not merely about aesthetic movements but also a spiritual and personal expression. She believes that each dance movement embodies the philosophy of patience, sincerity, and harmony between the body, feelings, and rhythm.

“Dancing is a form of prayer. The movements teach us to be sincere and patient in facing life,” Eka expressed.

Since beginning her journey in dance, Eka has performed on numerous stages, from campus events like the Kraton Performance Tourism Package featuring the Senggana Duta play by Swagayugama at Bangsal Srimanganti, Ngayogyakarta Hadiningrat Palace, and the Grand Swagayugama Performance at Taman Budaya Yogyakarta, to national and international forums such as the 4th International Seminar on Malay-Javanese Studies (SEMEJA IV) and ASEAN in Today’s World.

Despite frequent performances, Eka maintains her enthusiasm for learning. She emphasizes the importance of understanding the concepts of wiraga (physical movement), wirama (rhythm), and wirasa (feeling), as well as knowing the names and meanings of various dance movements. According to her, consistency stems from love and the desire for continuous growth.

Eka Nur Cahyani’s journey in dance since the age of seven not only reflects her love for the art but also her tangible contribution to sustainable development. Through her activities in learning and teaching dance, especially to children, Eka supports SDG 4: Quality Education. Her role as an active woman in preserving culture aligns with SDG 5: Gender Equality. Moreover, her involvement in maintaining and revitalizing classical dance art strengthens SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities by preserving intangible cultural heritage as the identity of Yogyakarta’s society.

Eka proves that cultural preservation is not solely the responsibility of previous generations but also a duty for the current generation to ensure a more cultured future.

“If we feel we have talent, it needs to be developed through continuous practice and not being afraid to try, because I believe learning will never lead to regret, and every process in learning will shape us into individuals with true identity.” – Eka Nur Cahyani

[Public Relations FIB UGM, Alma Syahwalani]

DEDICATION AWARD PRESENTED TO THE LECTURER OF KOREAN LANGUAGE AND CULTURE STUDY PROGRAM, UGM

News ReleaseSDGs 17: Partnerships for the GoalsSDGs 4: Quality Education Tuesday, 8 July 2025

At the recent K-Speech Eloquence Competition held on Saturday, June 28, 2025, Alfiana Amrin Rosyadi, S.S., M.A., a lecturer in the Korean Language and Culture Study Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), received a Dedication Award from Mr. Woo Young Taek, President of the K-Speech Eloquence Association Indonesia.

This award was presented in recognition of her consistent dedication over the past three years in mentoring UGM students for the competition in Jakarta, and even accompanying last year’s winner to the international contest in Vientiane, Laos.

The plaque also acknowledged Ms. Alfi’s initiative in transforming the final speaking exam into a K-Speech-style oratory performance, aimed at enhancing the efficiency of Korean language education. Additionally, she has facilitated opportunities for Mr. Woo Young Taek to visit UGM and deliver a special lecture on effective speech techniques.

Surprised and honored to receive the award, Ms. Alfi expressed her gratitude. She mentioned that the recognition serves as new motivation to further integrate Korean oratory training into practical speaking classes. Currently, beyond converting the final exam into oratory-style presentations, the Korean Language and Culture Study Program at UGM has also established a speaking club to prepare future competition participants. Over the past year, the club has been mentored by students, but moving forward, it will be supervised by faculty members to ensure UGM’s representatives are well-prepared both technically and mentally for the K-Speech stage.

Written by: Alfiana Amrin
Edited by: Sherina Azmi

FIB UGM Extends Condolences: Prayer Gathering at Balairung for the Late Eka and Bagus, KKN-PPM UGM Period II Students Who Drowned in the Waters of Debut, Southeast Maluku

News ReleaseSDGs 11: Sustainable cities and communities Tuesday, 8 July 2025

Yogyakarta, July 3, 2025 – The Balairung of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) was filled with UGM’s academic community and members of the public, all dressed in black as a symbol of deep mourning for the passing of two UGM students, Septian Eka Rahmadi from the Faculty of Engineering (class of 2022) and Bagus Adi Prayogo from the Faculty of Forestry (class of 2022). Both students tragically drowned while carrying out their Community Service-Learning Program (KKN-PPM) duties in Debut waters, Southeast Maluku, as part of UGM’s Period II program.

In a solemn and emotional atmosphere, a prayer gathering was held at Balairung UGM. Faculty members, students, educational staff, and members of the community attended to express their condolences and pay their final respects to Eka and Bagus. The event proceeded in a heartfelt manner, with prayers offered sincerely as a tribute and a hope that the departed souls may be granted the best place by the Almighty God.

Following the prayer, UGM’s academic community and the public took turns placing flowers beneath the flagpole in front of Balairung UGM. This moment served as a touching farewell, honoring the two young individuals who had dedicated themselves to the community through their service in the KKN program.

The Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) UGM family also expressed deep sorrow over the loss of Eka and Bagus. Their spirit of service will always be remembered, and their dedication remains an inspiration to the entire academic community and the broader public.

[Public Relations FIB UGM, Alma Syahwalani]

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