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Macapatan Friday Legen: Reciting and Contemplating the Serat Wedhatama

News ReleaseSDG 4 (Quality Education)SDGs 17: Partnerships for the Goals Monday, 8 July 2024

The Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM), held another Macapatan Jumat Legen event on Thursday, June 27th, 2024. This event took place at the Javanese Studies Center (Pusaka Jawa) and raised a popular Javanese literary work, namely Serat Wedhatama.

Serat Wedhatama, a literary work written by Kanjeng Gusti Pangeran Arya Adipati (KGPAA) Mangkunagara IV, is a work full of piwulang about the concept of divinity and moral teachings in life and society. The manuscript of Serat Wedhatama kept at the Mangkunegaran Palace Library in Surakarta consists of 100 stanzas and is divided into several pupuhs, namely:

  1. Pupuh Pangkur: 14 pada (stanzas)
  2. Pupuh Sinom: 18 pada (stanzas)
  3. Pupuh Pocung: 15 pada (stanzas)
  4. Pupuh Gambuh: 35 pada (stanzas)
  5. Pupuh Kinanthi: 18 pada (stanzas)

The event presented Prof. Dr. Hendrokumoro, M.Hum., as the speaker, and was attended by participants from various circles. In addition, Dr. Rudy Wiratama, S.I.P., M.A., participated in developing Serat Wedhatama in the opening ceremony and several students of the Javanese Language, Literature and Culture Study Program participated in playing gamelan, adding to the solemn atmosphere of the event. The liveliness of the participants in reading and developing Serat Wedhatama created an atmosphere full of beauty.

Prof. Dr. Hendrokumoro, M.Hum, on the occasion, emphasized that Serat Wedhatama, with its philosophical values and moral messages, can be applied in daily life. However, the actualization needs to be considered so that it can be relevant to the current conditions.

Macapatan Jumat Legen aims to revive the Macapatan tradition and preserve this tradition for the younger generation. Preserving this tradition and extracting information from literary works such as Serat Wedhatama is an important step in improving the quality of public education. The collaboration of various parties, such as between the Javanese Language, Literature and Culture Study Program and the Pusaka Jawa UGM, is an effort to maximize these preservation efforts. Thus, the organization of Macapatan Jumat Legen is in line with the 4th and 17th points in the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG’s).

Author : Haryo Untoro

Variety of Thesis Research of Graduates of the Master’s Program in American Studies

News ReleaseSDGs 16: Peace justice and strong institutionsSDGs 4: Quality EducationSDGs 5: Gender equality Monday, 8 July 2024

During the 3rd graduation period held on April 24, 2024, four students from the Master’s Program in American Studies graduated. All four are 2021 cohorts of the Master’s Program in American Studies, namely: Diah Prima, Ratu Nadhirah El Sarah, Krisna Sujiwa, and Riza Rahayu Muludi. The discussions in the theses of these four graduates reflect a diversity of topics ranging from political issues, popular culture, social problems, racism, etc. Broadly speaking, the students’ thesis interests in the study program are grouped into two; namely social issues and literature.

Diah Prima’s thesis is titled: American Influence in Japanese Imagination: A Study of Semiotics on Furudate’s Haikyuu!!. This study discusses the influence of America in Japan and the extent of American influence on Haruichi Furudate’s manga Haikyuu!!. Haikyuu!! itself revolves around the theme of volleyball, a sport introduced by America. In addition, there are other aspects that are also American influences in this manga, such as fashion, hairstyle, technology, and cheerleading. Nevertheless, there are still some limitations to American influence in Haikyuu!!, such as politeness, which is deeply ingrained in Japanese culture and remains unaffected by American culture.

Next is Riza Rahayu Muludi’s thesis titled Constructing the Pursuit of Happiness in the Pursuit of Happiness (2006): Roland Barthes’ Semiotic Analysis. This study aims to see how the pursuit of happiness constructs the lives of Americans in the film The Pursuit of Happiness. The pursuit of happiness is part of the American Dream, which means that every American has the right to their happiness. As seen in the film, the character Chris Gardner has his own happiness in achieving success. Furthermore, other characters besides Gardner also have their own happiness.

Ratu Nadhirah’s thesis, which graduated with Cumlaude honors, is titled Representing Islam in American Superhero Series of 2022. This thesis discusses how Islam is represented in superhero series. Conflicts related to Islam in the Western world, especially in the United States, have been ongoing long before the events of September 11, 2001 (9/11). However, the negative representation of Islam worsened after 9/11. This event promoted stereotypes that spread widely through the mass media, forming a set of characteristics used to identify Muslims, such as thick beards, heavy accents, Arab appearance, the use of hijabs, and more. Nonetheless, in 2022 Marvel Studios released its 7th television series titled Ms. Marvel, featuring the first Muslim superhero as the main character in the history of American superhero series.

Lastly, Krisna Sujiwa’s thesis, titled Freedom of Speech in Transnational Dialogue: a Critical Discourse Analysis of Daryl Morey’s Tweet about the Hong Kong Protest, discusses how a tweet from Daryl Morey, an executive of an NBA basketball club, caused issues between the NBA, America, and China, which eventually led to significant problems for the NBA.

These studies are expected to provide an overview of how research is conducted in the Master’s Program in American Studies, as well as what topics or issues can be researched in the field of American Studies. Furthermore, these studies are also expected to serve as references for future research.

Jesse Puspita and the Spiritual Journey of Discovering Self-Identity with Chi Alpha

News ReleaseSDGs 11: Sustainable cities and communitiesSDGs 17: Partnerships for the Goals Thursday, 27 June 2024

From March to June 2024, Jesse Puspita, a student in the English Literature Program, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada, had the opportunity to become a local buddy for several members of Chi Alpha America.

Chi Alpha is an English-speaking community aimed at helping students aged 18-26 to discover who you are and connect with God. The community is open to everyone, and those who want to join do not need to worry if they are not confident in their English, as Chi Alpha is a safe place where no one will judge. In fact, this community can help improve its members’ English-speaking skills.

Chi Alpha Yogyakarta holds regular meetings every Friday at 6:30 PM WIB at IEC C. Simanjuntak, Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Activities include playing games, chatting, and eating together. Each meeting features a speaker who presents material that then becomes the subject of small group discussions. These small groups allow members to share and learn from each other.

As mentioned earlier, the main goal of this community is to help students discover who you are and connect with God. Chi Alpha provides a platform for students seeking a community and friends who support each other in personal and spiritual development.

Jesse has gained many benefits from joining Chi Alpha. “Of course, I made friends, I learned many new and exciting games, I improved my English speaking skills, and I learned a lot about self-development that I had never encountered before,” said Jesse.

Occasionally, teams from Chi Alpha America come to visit, adding an exciting dimension to the experience. This interaction not only provides an opportunity to make new friends from abroad but also to learn a lot about American culture. They come to Indonesia to volunteer at IEC, visit campuses in Yogyakarta, and learn about the local academic environment. Each team usually consists of about 7-9 people.

Chi Alpha is more than just an English-speaking community. It is a place where students like Jesse can find friendship, support, and opportunities for personal growth while connecting with God. For anyone looking for a welcoming environment that enriches their abilities and knowledge, Chi Alpha is the perfect choice.

Workshop by Prof. Dr. Pujo Semedi Hargo Yuwono, M.A. at the University of Cologne: Forest Conservation in Historical and Economic Contexts

HEADLINESNews ReleaseSDGs 11: Sustainable cities and communitiesSDGs 13: Climate Action Thursday, 27 June 2024

Cologne, Germany – Prof. Dr. Pujo Semedi Hargo Yuwono, M.A., a Professor of Anthropology at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Gadjah Mada University (UGM), recently gave a presentation at a workshop titled “Realising nature(s) with protected areas in Namibia and Germany – pasts, presents, and futures” held at the University of Cologne on June 20-21, 2024. The workshop was attended by the academic community of the University of Cologne.

In his presentation, Prof. Dr. Pujo Semedi discussed the success of German forests in maintaining environmental sustainability amidst capitalistic pressures and industrial development. German forests, covering 11.4 million hectares or 32.6% of the country’s area, serve as an example of fortunate forests due to their strict protection and resistance to arbitrary land conversion. This is in stark contrast to the condition of forests in many parts of the world that have suffered severe damage due to deforestation.

Prof. Dr. Pujo Semedi explained that in the 18th century, German forests experienced significant degradation. However, this period of difficulty actually spurred increased public awareness, formed new social relationships, and prompted the establishment of institutions focused on forest conservation. The current status of German forests is the result of a long history of environmental and social relationships deeply rooted in respect for nature, which has become part of German culture.

Additionally, Prof. Dr. Pujo Semedi emphasized that the sustainability of German forests is supported by beneficial capitalistic relationships related to industrialization in the manufacturing and agricultural sectors. He further discussed how capitalized German forests can benefit from the current socio-political tensions within German society and how this understanding can help explain why forests in other countries exposed to and placed in capitalistic relationships are not as fortunate as German forests.

Prof. Dr. Pujo Semedi’s presentation provided deep insights into how history, culture, and economy can play a role in forest conservation. The discussion sparked by this presentation is expected to inspire forest conservation efforts in other countries facing similar challenges. In conclusion, a holistic approach involving environmental awareness, social relationships, and economic benefits can be key to preserving forests worldwide.

Author: Afif Naufal Widiadi

Dialectology Field Trip: We Speak the Same Language but Why Don’t We Understand?

News ReleaseSDG 4 (Quality Education) Tuesday, 25 June 2024

A varied dialect within a multilingual country might emerge as a phenomenon where the people speak the same language but still can’t understand what other people say from another area. For instance, the Javanese people who live in the Special Region of Yogyakarta and East Java speak and hold Javanese culture. However, they might be confused or clueless about what the listener says in a conversation. Thanks to the language variation that brought so-called dialect.

Dialectology, a linguistics study focusing on how language differs based on geography and social factors, comes to assist in answering the question. In this case, 14 students from dialectology class attempted to study vocabulary (words or phrases) variation specific to certain regions. They went to Jombang, East Java on May 10-11, 2024, to find the vocabulary variation of the Javanese language.

“There are 14 students in our class and they spread into 5 groups. Each group went to different sub-districts, which were Perak, Wonosalam, Diwek, and Peterongan. We brought 200 Swadesh word lists to find out the changes from the Javanese standard by interviewing an informant in each sub-district,” Eduar explained. Those sub-districts were chosen based on their hypothesis. “Diwek and Perak are in the west of Jombang, so we predict that the people still use the Mataraman dialect while Wonosalam and Petarongan are in the east. Thus, the people are most likely to use the Surabayanan dialect,” Dina added. From the data gathered, they compared and mapped the changes.

The students said that this field trip was a priceless experience. It gave a clear picture of how a linguist collects the data such as planning the program, coordinating with the locals, and interacting as well as interviewing them. “It was fun and always be a valuable experience for me. As a Javanese native speaker, I learned a lot from this experience. For instance, I didn’t know that the word kenceng means lurus (go straight on) in their dialect. All I know kenceng is banter or kencang (fast). It, of course, enhances my knowledge,” Dinda illustrated what she felt.

“I think it would be fantastic if we could continue to hold field trips like this in the future. We learned a lot. I hope the department, the faculty, or the parties involved will always support this sort of activity,” said Ningrum.

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