Saturday and Sunday, September 14 and 15, 2024 – UGM Korean Language Student Association held a Fellowship Training event with the theme “빚나는 꿈” which means “Shining dreams”. The Fellowship Training event was held for two days in Lecture Room 707 Soegondo, Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM and in Greenland Margono Courtyard. This event was attended by students of Korean Language and Culture Class of 2023 and Class of 2024.

On the first day, the series of Fellowship Training 2024 events were enlivened by Batch 22 students as guest speakers of the Talkshow session. Through this session, the seniors provided information about student exchange opportunities to South Korea and tips and tricks in taking the TOPIK exam. The new students were also able to learn more about the Korean Language and Culture study program at UGM. After the Talkshow session, the Fellowship Training 2024 event was also enlivened by various performances of new students of Batch 2024 which were very entertaining.

The Fellowship Training 2024 event continued on September 15, 2024. The second day of the event was enlivened by gymnastics together, Random Play Dance, and various exciting games such as glass tower, Hangeul writing, Hangeul relay, Telepathy game, Inmul quiz, Tuho Quiz, Tongue twister, and ended with Mystery box.

Fellowship Training 2024 is one of HIMAHARA’s work programs that aims to strengthen the sense of togetherness and introduce the Korean Language and Culture study program to new students of the Class of 2024. In addition, this activity can also be a means to get information about opportunities that can be utilized in the future, as well as creating a good community in supporting lectures.

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Author: HIMAHARA/Candy Valerie
Editor: Sena Valin

Yogyakarta, September 24, 2024 – Hang Tuah 2 Sidoarjo High School visited the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM) last Tuesday. The event, which took place at the Auditorium of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM, Soegondo Building 7th floor, aimed to provide insight to 12th grade students about the world of higher education. The visit was opened with a warm welcome from the teacher representative of Hang Tuah 2 High School, who conveyed the purpose and expectations of this visit. “We hope that students can get useful information about the study options available at FIB UGM, as well as understand more about life as a student,” said the teacher representative.

The discussion between students, teachers, staff of the Public Relations and Cooperation unit, and representatives of FIB UGM students was interactive. Some of the topics raised included excellent programs from various courses, the learning process, and student study life at FIB. In addition, the students also discussed the impact of education at FIB on social life after graduation.The Head of Student Council of Hang Tuah 2 High School, who participated in the question and answer session, showed her enthusiasm by asking various questions. “We want to know more about job prospects and student experiences after graduation,” she said.

The enthusiasm of the students could also be seen in the quiz session. They competed to come forward to answer questions, showing their high learning spirit. Some students even tried many times until they managed to answer correctly. This activity ended with a group photo and handover of souvenirs as a memento. The visit to FIB UGM is expected to provide motivation and inspiration for students of Hang Tuah 2 Sidoarjo High School in determining their next educational step.

Yogyakarta, September 19, 2024 – Faculty of Cultural Sciences Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) recently received a special visit from 11th grade students and teachers from Madrasah Aliyah Al-Amin Jember. The visit took place in the auditorium of Soegondo Building 7th floor, and was attended by more than 200 participants. During the discussion, some of the most favorite majors were highlighted by the students. Students are also invited to understand the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) program which provides opportunities for students to explore various fields and learning experiences outside the classroom.

One of the important topics discussed was the SKS (Semester Credit System) system at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences. Students are given the freedom to take courses across faculties, which allows them to broaden their horizons and skills. This is expected to help students in preparing themselves to face challenges in the world of work. In addition, an in-depth discussion session on cultural preservation was also high on the agenda. The students dialogue with FIB UGM students on strategies to address cultural fading through education, focusing on the role of educational institutions in strengthening cultural identity.

This visit not only provided information about Universitas Gadjah Mada & Faculty of Cultural Sciences, but also encouraged participants to be more active in preserving culture and utilizing existing educational opportunities. Hopefully, this activity can strengthen the relationship between UGM and MA Al-Amin Jember and open up opportunities for future cooperation. With the spirit of collaboration, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM is committed to continuing to contribute to the development of education and cultural preservation in Indonesia.

Yogyakarta, 12 September 2024 – On Thursday, 12 September 2024, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a preparatory meeting for E-Monitoring and Evaluation (E-Monev) of Public Information Disclosure in 2024 online through the Zoom platform. This meeting involved various internal stakeholders of the faculty as well as representatives from related units at UGM.

This meeting had two main agendas that were discussed comprehensively. The first agenda discussed the E-Monev Timeline for Public Information Disclosure Year 2024. The E-Monev process begins in January 2024 with the collection of data and required documentation. Furthermore, the data evaluation and analysis process will last until June 2024, with the final report and recommendations to be published in August 2024. The establishment of this timeline is expected to ensure a structured and timely implementation of E-Monev.

The second agenda discussed the assessment parameters that will be applied in the questionnaire/SAQ (Self-Assessment Questionnaire) for E-Monev Public Information Disclosure 2024. The parameters to be assessed include five main aspects: Announcing Public Information, Providing Public Information Documents, Website Development, Procurement of Goods and Services, and Institutionalization.

This meeting aims to ensure that the E-Monev process can be implemented effectively and to increase transparency and accountability in the management of public information at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM. The participants hope that the results of this E-Monev will provide useful insights and feedback to improve the quality of public information services in the faculty. The Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM is committed to ensuring that the implementation of E-Monev goes smoothly and has a positive impact on improving information disclosure in the institution.

Yogyakarta, September 11, 2024 – Room S709 Soegondo Building 7th Floor Faculty of Cultural Sciences Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) was filled with academics, students, and the general public who enthusiastically attended the national seminar entitled “Palestine: From Nakba to Tufan Al-Aqsa” on Wednesday, September 11, 2024. The seminar was held to celebrate the retirement of Dr. Hindun, M.Hum., an expert in language, communication, and culture who has devoted herself for many years at UGM.

Dr. Hindun, M.Hum. is a lecturer at Faculty of Humanities UGM with specialization in Arabic literature, communication, and culture. She completed her master’s degree at the Faculty of Humanities UGM with a thesis on Emha Ainun Nadjib’s Asmaul Husna poems and Al-Ghazali’s “Al-Maqshadul-Asna”. In 2016, he earned his doctorate at the Department of Literature, Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM with a thesis entitled “Palestinian Arab Resistance in the Poetry of Maḥmūd Darwīsh: A Study of Adab al-Muqāwamah al-Ayyūbī.”

The seminar, hosted by Dr. Hindun, presented an in-depth discussion on Palestinian history and literature, focusing on two major events that shaped the narrative of the Palestinian struggle. “Nakba” refers to the tragedy of the expulsion and suffering of the Palestinian people in 1948, and ‘Tufan Al-Aqsa,’ a term used to describe the current situation in the region.

With the end of the seminar, the Faculty of Humanities UGM affirmed its commitment to continue supporting research and studies relevant to global issues, including the Palestinian conflict and literature. The seminar was also a moment of reflection and appreciation for the dedication of Dr. Hindun who has made great contributions in the academic and research fields over the years.