Yogyakarta, November 13, 2024 – Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) happily welcomed the visit of students from Albayan Anyer Superior Islamic Boarding School. The activity that took place in room F305 of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM Building was attended by 50 students and accompanying teachers and was received directly by the Faculty’s Public Relations & Cooperation team and student representatives.

During this visit, the students were presented with interactive quiz sessions and exciting discussions that competed for merchandise in the form of notebooks and exclusive stickers. The participants were enthusiastic in answering questions and exchanging ideas in discussions related to various topics about academic life at UGM.

Some interesting questions from the students included the duration of the INCULS program, the preparation needed since grade 10, the provisions of the SNBP pathway and whether the winning certificate can be used in addition to the report card, majors that are considered easy or challenging, the possibility of science majors applying to the soshum majors, and the existence of a tahfidz pathway and the minimum number of juz that must be memorized.

This activity ended with a group photo session and a lively yell that added to the joy of the atmosphere. This visit is expected to provide inspiration and useful information for students in planning their higher education in the future.

Yogyakarta, November 14, 2024 – Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) enthusiastically welcomed the working visit of Department of Indonesian Literature, Faculty of Arts, Universitas Hasanuddin (Unhas) on November 12-13, 2024. This visit is part of the efforts to implement the cooperation between the two faculties, which covers the fields of education, research, and community service.

This activity is an important momentum for FIB UGM to strengthen synergies and explore new collaboration opportunities with Unhas. The main discussion focused on the development of the BIPA (Indonesian Language for Foreign Speakers) curriculum and the formulation of joint program implementation strategies that are expected to improve the quality of teaching and student learning experiences.

The team from Unhas who attended this working visit was led by Dr. Munira Hasjim, S.S., M.Hum, Head of the Indonesian Literature Department, accompanied by Prof. Dr. Nurhayati, M.Hum, and Dr. Inriati Lewa, M.Hum. Their presence was warmly welcomed by the lecturers and academic staff of FIB UGM, as well as representatives of the Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program.

The Dean of the Faculty said that this visit was a form of the Faculty’s commitment to continue to open itself to innovative and mutually beneficial cooperation. “We really appreciate the arrival of the team from Unhas. This is a real step to implement programs that can support the achievement of the main performance indicators of the faculty, as well as strengthen collaboration between faculties,” he said.

In addition to discussions on BIPA, this visit was also a forum to exchange views related to challenges and opportunities in the development of education and research in the field of language and literature. With this meeting, FIB UGM is optimistic that it can build a more solid collaboration with FIB Unhas, which in turn will enrich academic experience and expand networks in the field of Indonesian language and literature studies.

Yogyakarta, November 6, 2024 – Faculty of Cultural Sciences Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) received a visit from Majapahit Technology Islamic Boarding School and SMAK Penabur Harapan Indah on Wednesday morning. The event held at the Auditorium on the 7th floor of Soegondo Building was attended by around 190 students, consisting of 100 students from Majapahit Technology Islamic Boarding School and 90 students from SMAK Penabur Harapan Indah, along with accompanying teachers.

The visit was warmly welcomed by representatives of undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as staff of Public Relations and Cooperation of FIB UGM. In their remarks, teacher representatives from both schools expressed the purpose of their visit, which was to introduce students to the UGM campus environment and explore information about educational opportunities at the Faculty of Arts.

The question and answer session was interactive, with student representatives from Majapahit Technology Islamic Boarding School asking what technology is used in studying culture and the existence of a double degree program at FIB. Meanwhile, student representatives from SMAK Penabur Harapan Indah focused more on asking about the job prospects of graduates and how FIB graduates can compete with other faculties in the world of work.

The event ended with the handover of souvenirs from both schools to FIB UGM, followed by a group photo session. This moment was closed with a casual conversation between students and students, creating an atmosphere of intimacy before the group left the room. This visit is expected to motivate students to continue their higher education at UGM, especially at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences.

Yogyakarta, November 6, 2024 – Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) received a visit from 280 students and accompanying teachers from SMAN 2 Cikarang Pusat. The event took place in the Auditorium on the 7th floor of Soegondo Building, and was warmly welcomed by representatives of undergraduate and postgraduate students as well as staff of Public Relations and Cooperation of FIB UGM.

In his speech, one of the teacher representatives expressed her gratitude for the friendly and enthusiastic welcome. “This visit is very impressive. We feel welcomed with a warm and pleasant atmosphere,” she said.

The question and answer session was interactive, discussing various aspects of the entry process to UGM. The students asked about various things, such as preparation for entrance tests, special portfolios, and the effect of school accreditation or alumni on graduation. The representative of the Faculty of Arts UGM explained that no special portfolio is needed, school accreditation does not affect the chances, and influential alumni are not a determining factor for graduation.

In addition, the discussion also covered the professions and careers of graduates, alumni who have successfully pursued careers in various fields, and how the faculty shapes students to face future professional challenges.

The event was closed with the handover of souvenirs, group photos, and casual conversations between students and faculty members that strengthened the atmosphere of intimacy. This activity is expected to motivate students to continue their studies to a higher level, especially at the Faculty of Humanities UGM.

Yogyakarta, November 1, 2024 – English Days 2024 at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences Universitas Gadjah Mada became a colorful and festive event, with the theme “A Step Into The Centre Stage”. With this theme, English Days invites participants to explore the journey of ambition, success, and the struggle to maintain identity in the public spotlight. The event took place from October 29 to November 1, 2024, presenting a series of events ranging from exhibitions, costumes, to theater.

One of the highlights of the event is the Costume Part, held on October 30, 2024. Taking inspiration from the Art Deco era and combining it with a touch of horror glamor, participants came in droves in a variety of interesting costumes. From characters such as Minions, Harry Potter, and Wednesday, to other iconic figures that combined humorous and spooky elements.

The costume competition also challenged participants to win awards in various categories, such as Best Couple Costume, Best In-Theme Costume, Scariest Costume, and Best Budget Costume. With burning enthusiasm, the students of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences competed for the best title and enlivened the Halloween party held in conjunction with this activity. English Days 2024 became a stage that proved the talent, creativity, and passion of the students, creating unforgettable moments for all participants.