Yogyakarta, 26 February 2026 – The Arabic Literature Student Association of Universitas Gadjah Mada (IKMASA UGM) held a Work Program Reflection Forum as part of its 2026/2027 General Assembly series. The event, which took place from 15.00 to 17.15 WIB at Room 201, Poerbatjaraka Building, Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM, served as a platform to evaluate performance and to bring together the Ababil Cabinet management for the 2025/2026 and 2026/2027 terms.

The IKMASA General Assembly is an annual agenda held at the end of each cabinet’s term. The series of activities, conducted from December 2025 to February 2026, aims to review and evaluate performance over one term, formulate a new vision and mission to strengthen the organization’s future direction, and elect or reorganize the next leadership.

The Work Program Reflection Forum is one of the main agendas within the series. The 2025 IKMASA UGM General Assembly committee organized the event offline and required all board members to attend. The forum was designed as a transitional space that brings together former and newly appointed administrators to ensure continuity of information and organizational experience.

During the forum, the Ababil Cabinet presented the organizational structure, performance achievements, and implementation of work programs over the past term. The session was followed by a joint evaluation and reflective discussion involving all participants.

Through this forum, IKMASA seeks to ensure that program sustainability and organizational governance continue in a systematic manner. The cross-term meeting also served as a momentum to strengthen coordination and align the organization’s direction moving forward.

By providing a structured space for reflection, IKMASA reaffirmed its commitment to building a student organization that is adaptive, accountable, and oriented toward continuous improvement in order to create a positive impact on the academic community and society at large.

[Public Relations of FIB UGM, Candra Solihin]

Yogyakarta, 15 February 2026 – The Arabic Literature Student Association of Universitas Gadjah Mada (IKMASA UGM) officially inaugurated its 2026/2027 executive board at Room 709, Soegondo Building, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada. The inauguration formed part of the IKMASA General Assembly series, which took place from December 2025 to February 2026.

The event was attended by all active students and alumni of the Arabic Literature Program at UGM. The inauguration ceremony was led by Dr. Nur Kholid, M.Pd., advisor to the Arabic Literature Student Association at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM, who formally installed the IKMASA executive board for the 2026/2027 term.

The IKMASA General Assembly is an annual agenda held at the end of each executive term. The forum reviews the accountability report, evaluates organizational performance over the past year, and formulates the vision and mission for the upcoming period. It also serves as a platform for organizational restructuring and the election of new leadership.

The inauguration marked the final stage of the entire general assembly series. Through this ceremony, the newly appointed board obtained formal organizational legitimacy to carry out its mandate and implement work programs over the next year. The event was conducted offline at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences as a demonstration of organizational transparency and accountability to the Arabic Literature academic community.

With the new executive board officially in place, IKMASA is expected to continue ongoing programs while introducing initiatives that respond to students’ needs. Structured regeneration through the general assembly remains a key foundation for sustaining the organization and strengthening students’ role in fostering a collaborative and responsible academic environment.

[Public Relations of FIB UGM, Candra Solihin]

Yogyakarta, November 14, 2025 — The Arabic Study Program Student Association (IKMASA) at Universitas Gadjah Mada conducted a Government Tour as part of the 2025 External Relations Department’s flagship program. The visit, held from 13:30 to 15:00 WIB, involved 40 students from the 2023, 2024, and 2025 cohorts. The delegation was warmly welcomed by the Language Center of Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta (BBY), reflecting the institution’s appreciation for student-led educational initiatives.

The event opened with remarks from Candra Solihin, the 2025 President of IKMASA, who emphasized the importance of institutional visits in broadening academic insight and fostering early professional networking. The agenda continued under the guidance of the master of ceremonies, Rusydatu Nibras Salamah, ensuring the program ran smoothly and in order. The atmosphere grew more engaging when participants were invited to enjoy refreshments prepared by BBY.

During the main session, Mulyanto, M.Hum., Senior Expert Linguist at the institution, delivered an informative presentation outlining the history of the Language Center, its institutional roles, and various strategic programs carried out to support language development and literacy initiatives across the Yogyakarta region. He also highlighted internship opportunities available for students interested in pursuing linguistic research and institutional language work.

Throughout the visit, students demonstrated strong enthusiasm, actively engaging in discussions about language programs, research opportunities, and potential pathways for student involvement in BBY’s activities. This Government Tour is expected to serve as a meaningful platform for UGM Arabic Study Program students to expand their professional network, gain firsthand exposure to applied language work, and explore future collaborative possibilities with the Language Center.

Author: Aisyah Mutmainnah

Yogyakarta, September 27, 2025 — A spirit of collaboration and youth empowerment filled the Poerbatjaraka Auditorium at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada, as the Arabic Study Program Student Association (IKMASA) partnered with the Department of Village Community Development, BEM KM UGM, to hold the inspirational talkshow SEDASA: Suara Pemuda untuk Kemajuan Desa (Youth Voices for Village Advancement). The event, part of the Gemilang Desa 2025 program, took place on Saturday afternoon (27/9) from 13.00 to 15.30 WIB, drawing enthusiastic participation from attendees.

The talkshow featured three distinguished speakers: Joko Susilo, Founder of Gunungkidul Menginspirasi and Head of Training and Consultancy at the Nalar Institute; Prof. Irfan Dwidya Prijambada, M.Eng., Ph.D., Professor at the Faculty of Agriculture UGM; and KPH H. Yudanegara, Ph.D., Head of the Office of Village Community Empowerment, Population, and Civil Registration of the Yogyakarta Special Region, who delivered the keynote address. The discussion was moderated by Antonia Elena Listya Araminta, the 2025 Environmental Ambassador of Yogyakarta, who led the session warmly and interactively.

As the key initiator, IKMASA played a central role in conceptualizing the event, designing its program flow, and fostering institutional collaboration to strengthen youth engagement in village development. The forum served as an important platform for students to engage directly with experts and practitioners on contemporary rural issues, including local potential development, technological innovation, and sustainable community empowerment.

The event attracted a diverse audience, including UGM students, high school participants from Yogyakarta, and delegates from various universities such as UPN and UNDIP, enriching the collaborative atmosphere and strengthening inter-institutional involvement in advancing rural communities.

Following the talkshow, the committee announced the winners of competitions held under the Gemilang Desa 2025 series and presented awards to the participants. The program was officially closed by Faris Zakiy Ramadhan, a 2023 Arabic Study Program student and General Coordinator of Gemilang Desa, who underscored the vital role of students in driving ideas and initiatives for village development.

Through the collaboration between IKMASA and BEM KM UGM, the SEDASA Educational Talkshow not only served as an inspiring space for young people to deepen their understanding of rural issues but also demonstrated a concrete contribution to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), and SDG 17 (Partnership for the Goals).

With strong collaborative energy, SEDASA 2025 reaffirms that UGM students (through the active involvement of IKMASA) are capable of becoming agents of change who contribute meaningfully to the advancement of Indonesian villages and communities.

Author: Lisa Atika

Yogyakarta, 4 October 2025 – The Arabic Student Association (IKMASA) of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) warmly welcomed the Arabic Literature Student Association (HIMASA) from Universitas Padjadjaran (UNPAD) during their comparative study visit to the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, UGM. The event aimed to strengthen academic and organizational ties while fostering collaboration and friendship between student associations.

The SANJUNG program was attended by all representatives of IKMASA UGM’s 2025/2026 management board from each department, accompanied by IKMASA Chairperson Candra Solihin. Meanwhile, the HIMASA UNPAD delegation, consisting of around 60 members, was led by HIMASA Chairperson Moch Cahya Kurnia.

The event began with welcoming remarks from both organization leaders, followed by presentations of work programs from each department and division. The participants then engaged in focused discussion sessions organized into small groups, each consisting of one to two departments, allowing for deeper exchanges of ideas and experiences. The program concluded with a documentation session held in Room 709 of the Soegondo Building.

This visit served not only as a platform for sharing organizational best practices but also as a meaningful step toward building lasting partnerships and academic collaboration among Arabic student associations across Indonesia.

Author: Department of External Relations of IKMASA