In a recent event held at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), the socialisation of library services was discussed in detail (. The event was opened by the Head of Office and Administration of FIB, Erika Purnawati, who welcomed the attendees and highlighted the importance of the library as a vital resource for students and faculty members alike.

During the first session, Mrs Lilik Kurniati from the UGM Central Library shared valuable insights on the various types of library services available, including membership, free library, access to ETDs (Electronic Theses and Dissertations), digibook access, access to subscribed journals, and technical guidance related to the preparation of the final work pdf. She also discussed the different ways in which these services can be accessed and utilised by students and faculty members, depending on their respective needs.

In the second session, Mr Mardi, the PJ Library FIB UGM, elaborated on the various library services available to the students and faculty members, further highlighting their significance in the academic journey of every individual. He also emphasised the importance of making the most of these services, and encouraged attendees to take advantage of the resources available to them at the library.

Overall, the event was informative and helpful for those in attendance, who were able to learn about the different services available to them at the university’s library. The discussions provided a comprehensive overview of the library’s resources and services, and helped attendees gain a deeper understanding of how they can access and utilise them to enrich their academic pursuits.

UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh and UGM’s Faculty of Cultural Science have announced a new collaboration aimed at enhancing their respective academic programs in Wednesday 27 September 2023. The joint programme is the an effort of the two leading academic institutions and is designed to provide students better chance to learn.

The English Education Study Programme at UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh is renowned for its quality, and this collaboration with UGM’s Faculty of Cultural Science will only serve to enhance it further. Students will benefit from the expertise of both institutions, which will help them develop a deep understanding of English language and literature.

This collaboration between UIN Ar-Raniry Banda Aceh and UGM’s Faculty of Cultural Science is a testament to the commitment of both institutions to provide their students with the best possible education. The joint efforts of these two institutions will pave the way for students to receive a holistic and well-rounded education in English language and American Studies. It is expected to have a positive impact on the academic landscape in Indonesia and beyond.

This article is based on Selapanan Talks #1

What do we really want?

That’s the big question uttered by the first speaker, Rudy Wiratama S.IP, M.A. as he opened the talk.

The discussion threw us into a deep contemplation about the notion of “home” and how it relates to our own personal desires. As we delved deeper into the topic, data on mental illness and suicide cases emerged, and we couldn’t help but wonder what is really going on in our society today.

To borrow Ranggawarsita’s term, we are living in the age of uncertainty, the age of doubt, also known as Kalulun Kalatidha. In such times, it becomes even more important for each one of us to be the first to convince ourselves of our own desires and to have a clear understanding of what we truly want in life.

Our second speaker, Salma Dias, shed light on how the social media universe has a significant impact on shaping our desires. Everything we want, everything we aspire to, is plastered all over the explore menu and timeline on our social media feed. However, sometimes we are blind to the fact that we might not really need what we want.

Through his presentation, our speaker Rudy Wiratama emphasized the point of self-control on the soul, as highlighted by Ki Ageng Suryomentaram. It is the soul that has a vital role in controlling our desires. But the question that arises is, how do we do it? How do we balance the influence of society and our own personal desires to achieve true fulfillment in life?

There are at least 4 stages to controlling our will:

1. Heneng (Silence for a moment)
2. Hening (Evaluate)
3. Awas (Identifying weaknesses)
4. Eling (Judging objectively & free from its demands)

In addition to the 4 points above, Salma Diah also added about the importance of hiatus from social media. This can be done by taking a break from social media for a certain amount of time. In addition, we also need to be fully focused when doing other activities. A simple example that we can do is to not bring our mobile phones while eating & sleeping.

If the above methods can be taken, then it is less likely that we will continue to be distracted by momentary desires.

Nevertheless, we can point back the question to ourself.

What do we really want?

Ever wondered what graduates of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences do after graduation?

That’s the very first question asked by the MC. Even the Faculty of Cultural Sciences at UGM has always been a popular choice among students who aspire to pursue careers in various fields such as journalism, public relations, education, and the arts. But surely it doesn’t come that smoothly. The question of what to do after graduation often leaves many students confused and uncertain about their future.

To address this issue, the Student Executive Board of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, in collaboration with iRadio, organized a Career Day Talkshow entitled “How to be Content Creator” on Friday, 1st September 2023. The event aimed to provide helpful guidance to students on how to navigate their career paths and make informed decisions about their future.

The event was a resounding success, with Decolgen as a partner, LEM FIB, and iRadio working closely together to make it happen. The talk show featured Mahendra Duta Saputra as a guest speaker, who emphasized that no matter what major or program the students are studying, the end goals are always the same – to work or to create.

In the end, whatever your major is, right now, the aftermath are either you’ll work or you’ll create, or a little bit of both

During the Q&A session, students were encouraged to share their own responses and Mahendra fully supported the different answers given by the students. The event was not only about how to become a good and proper content creator but also aimed to highlight the various job options and opportunities available for students of the Faculty of Humanities.

As the MC of the event, Saras Adellia opened the event by recognizing that the Faculty of Cultural Sciences at UGM offers a wide range of career paths for students, and it is hoped that this Career Day event can help FIB students to at least map out their future path in their studies. Overall, the event was a great success, and the students left feeling more informed and empowered about their future career prospects. The event provided a platform for students to gain valuable insights into various career paths and opportunities while fostering a spirit of collaboration and community among the attendees.

SOAS is partnering with Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) to solicit contributions to Volume III of the anthology series The Creative South: Buddhist and Hindu Art in Medieval Maritime Asia.

The workshop aims to maintain the Southeast Asian Arts Academic Programme’s (SAAAP) strategic goal of setting standards for anthologies together with regional partners, including universities, museums, and conservation bodies, and to engage Alphawood alumni in expanding local to global appreciation of art and culture related to ancient to pre-modern cultural architecture in Southeast Asia.

The workshop will be co-organised by SAAAP and Vice Dean of Faculty of Arts UGM Dr. Mimi Savitri, M.A. (SOAS alumni), with support from Emma Natalya Stein, curator at the National Museum of Asian Art, Smithsonian, Washington, who is negotiating an exhibition on Javanese Tantric mandalas. The exhibition will ultimately provide an international exhibition experience for invited Alphawood alumni.

Some of the highlights, including from Alphawood alumni, will be streamed. These will later be edited and widely distributed via the SOAS-SAAAP page (https://www.soas.ac.uk/about/schools-and-departments/school-arts/department-history-art-and-archaeology/southeast-asian).

More details on how to access the event online will be shared soon via https://www.soas.ac.uk/about/event/yogyakarta-summer-programme-2023