Faculty of Cultural Sciences Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM) received a visit from Sumbangsih Jakarta High School on Tuesday, December 17, 2024. Located in the Auditorium of Soegondo Building, this activity was attended by 65 students and accompanying teachers, taking place from 09.00-11.00 WIB.

The event began with a warm welcome from the staff of the Public Relations & Cooperation Unit and representatives of FIB UGM students. The school conveyed the purpose of the visit which aimed to provide academic insight to students. Participants then watched a short video about UGM and FIB UGM, followed by a quiz session with interesting prizes.

In the material presentation session, students received information related to the learning system at FIB UGM, the minimum value of Achievement-Based Entrance Selection (SMBP) and Computer-Based Written Test (UTBK), and campus facilities. In the discussion session, students asked about SMBP success tips, facilities that can be utilized at FIB UGM, and special quota provisions for several study programs.

The activity was closed with the handover of souvenirs from Sumbangsih Jakarta High School to FIB UGM, as well as a group photo session as a symbol of harmonious relations between the two institutions. This visit is expected to provide motivation and insight for students in determining their educational future.

On Tuesday, December 17, 2024, SMAS Muhammadiyah 2 Genteng held an academic visit to the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Gadjah Mada University (FIB UGM). Located in the Soegondo Building Auditorium, the activity which took place at 09.00-11.00 WIB was attended by 116 students and accompanying teachers.

Warmly welcomed by the staff of the Public Relations & Cooperation Unit and representatives of FIB UGM students, this visit began with remarks from the school to convey the purpose and objectives of the visit. The event continued with a video screening about UGM and FIB UGM, followed by a quiz with interesting prizes to create an interactive atmosphere.

The material presentation from FIB UGM provided information about the learning system, the minimum value of Achievement-Based Entrance Selection (SMBP) and Computer-Based Writing Test (UTBK), and facilities that can be accessed by students. The discussion session became a moment full of enthusiasm, with discussions about SMBP success tips, campus facilities, and special quotas for certain study programs.

In closing, SMAS Muhammadiyah 2 Genteng handed over souvenirs to FIB UGM, followed by a group photo session that captured this precious moment. This activity is expected to be an inspiration for students in preparing their steps towards higher education.

Yogyakarta, November 19, 2024 – The Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has once again become the destination for educational visits by two high schools, namely PB Sudirman Islamic High School Jakarta and Muhammadiyah 1 High School Pekanbaru. Taking place in the Auditorium of Soegondo Building, the event took place from 09.00 to 11.00 WIB and was attended by 200 students, including accompanying teachers (150 students from PB Sudirman and 50 students from Muhammadiyah 1 Pekanbaru).

The students and teachers were warmly welcomed by the Public Relations & Cooperation team of FIB UGM, along with student representatives. The event was opened by the MC with an enthusiastic atmosphere, followed by remarks from school representatives who conveyed the purpose of the visit to get to know UGM and the Faculty of Cultural Sciences more closely.

The series of events became more interesting with a short video screening about Gadjah Mada University and the profile of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences. To test the participants’ attention, a quiz with prizes based on the video was held, which was enthusiastically welcomed by the students.

In the material presentation session, participants received in-depth information about the advantages of UGM as the first university in Indonesia, as well as the privileges offered by FIB UGM to prospective students. The discussion and question and answer session became an interactive moment with questions about the passing grade, the difference between SNBP and PBUB pathways, and the openness of UGM access for students from all over Indonesia.

The visit was closed by handing over souvenirs from the school to FIB UGM as a symbol of appreciation, ending with a warm photo session. Hopefully this visit can be an inspiration for students in planning their educational future.

The cooperation between the Department of Anthropology, Faculty of Arts, UGM and the Department of Anthropology, FISIP, Universitas Padjadjaran resulted in several collaborative works, one of which is a visiting lecture at the campus. On May 14, 2024, Prof. Dr. Bambang Hudayana, M.A. was asked to teach at Padjadjaran University in the S1 Community Development and S2 Applied Anthropology classes. The lecture was held openly with the theme of the event “Rural and Agrarian Issues and Problems” moderated by Prof. Dr. H. Opan Suhendi Suwartaoradja, M.Si.

On that occasion, Prof. Dr. Bambang Hudayana, M.A. gave a lecture with the material “Participatory Action Research as the Power of Empowerment Anthropology”. He began with the history of the development of anthropology in Indonesia which was present starting as the leading anthropology of development (modernization agenda) where anthropologists were asked to succeed various programs with the role of mapping the potential and socio-cultural barriers to find solutions to these various problems. The development programs that involve the role of anthropologists include transmigration, green revolution, family planning, resettlement of alienated tribes, rural community development and so on. However, development anthropology has been criticized, giving rise to empowerment anthropology where participatory action research is used as a method of community empowerment or often called participatory action research (PAR). The advantages of using PAR are seeing problems that are more micro, detailed, emic descriptive, reflective, critical and more impartial. In addition, it can be used as material for the preparation of local scale development programs, advocacy, and education for the community.

Related to this, Prof. Bambang Hudayana shared the experience of research and community service in BUMDES Karangrejek, Gunung Kidul, which previously always experienced drought during the dry season. Then in 1998 the youth of the region initiated the construction of underground river water wells with the collaboration of UGM KKN students. The construction of the well was successful, even surplus water and sold outside the village to build several business units (village mart) and savings and loans from the profits managed by BUMDES.

In addition to this story, best practice was also shared on the Empowerment of Giriloyo batik artisans in Imogiri who were victims of the 2006 tectonic disaster. The PAR identified victim profiles, needs, funding schemes and forms of participation of affected communities. Prof. Dr. Bambang Hudayana, M.A. also shared PAR promoting cassava for food sovereignty in Indonesia which uses a local asset based approach; access based approach; people centered development. Not only that, Prof. Dr. Bambang Hudayana, M.A. also shared the tradition of PRA in other countries. In the lecture, students seemed enthusiastic by asking various questions.

[Public Relation Faculty of Cultural Science, Author: Dewi W, Editor: Sandya Kirani]

Universitas Gadjah Mada Sports and Arts Week or Porsenigama is a forum for students to perform in non-academic fields. The inter-faculty competition is divided into two stems, namely sports and arts stems. The purpose of organizing this competition is to foster sportsmanship, creativity, and solidarity among students of Universitas Gadjah Mada.

This moment is considered appropriate to see the seeds of achievement and development of student talent interests. In 2024, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences has won a gold medal in the art photography category. The first winner was Puspita Nindya Sari, a 2023 outstanding student who is currently studying in the Cultural Anthropology Undergraduate Study Program.

Aya’s work in the Porsenigama 2024 Photography Competition

A woman who is familiarly called Aya presents a portrait of a Balinese dancer as a response to this year’s theme of desire. Beautifully presented by emphasizing the side of facial expressions that are typical of Balinese dance, Aya wants to show the strength of the eyes or seledet. In addition, Aya also showcases the fast-paced nature of Balinese music with visuals of body expressions worked on with a photography technique called motion blur.

Aya’s ability to photograph did not come suddenly. Aya shared that her interest in photography started in 2011 and she began to pursue it when she was in high school. Upon entering college, she started her career as a professional photographer by providing graduation, stage, and event documentation services, until she was recruited as a staff photographer at the 2024 Documentary Film Festival.

Aya’s achievement in winning the gold medal at Porsenigama 2024 shows how quality education can open up opportunities for students to develop their potential and achieve. Participation in competitions like this also reflects the importance of responsible consumption and production in the creation of meaningful and impactful works of art. By continuing to hone their skills and collaborate in various fields, students not only contribute to their own development, but also to the advancement of a more inclusive and sustainable society, in line with the goals of the SDGs.

[Public Relation Faculty of Cultural Science, Sandya Kirani]