Yogyakarta, September 30, 2026 — The Undergraduate Program in Indonesian Language and Literature, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM), in collaboration with Kompas Gramedia, Bentara Budaya, and Penerbit Julang, held the launch of Janji yang Harus Ditepati: Promises to Keep, a collection of poetry by Sitor Situmorang, edited and translated by Harry Aveling. The event took place on Wednesday (30/9) starting at 1:00 PM Western Indonesia Time (WIB) until completion, in Room 709, 7th Floor of the Soegondo Building, FIB UGM.

The book launch featured several speakers from literary, academic, and literary translation backgrounds. Harry Aveling participated as a literary translator, Keith Foulcher as a literary historian, Muhammad Haji Salleh as an academic and national poet, and Ramayda Akmal as a writer and lecturer at FIB UGM. Three of the speakers—Harry Aveling, Keith Foulcher, and Muhammad Haji Salleh—joined the discussion online, while Ramayda Akmal attended in person. The discussion was moderated by Ni Made Purnama Sari, a writer.

In addition to the discussion, the event featured poetry readings by Rinai Yasmin, Ratu Bagus Lembayung, Alna Hafifah, and Ki Winarto Sabdo. Two of the poetry performers, Ratu Bagus Lembayung and Alna Hafifah, are students of the Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program at FIB UGM. These poetry readings served as a medium to bring Sitor Situmorang’s literary works directly to the audience while broadening appreciation for Indonesian poetry through the readers’ interpretations.

This book launch provided an opportunity to connect readers with Sitor Situmorang’s works through the lenses of editing, translation, literary criticism, and poetry performance. The diverse backgrounds of the speakers also opened up avenues for exchanging ideas regarding Indonesian literature and the role of translation in expanding cross-lingual readership.

The collaboration between the Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program of FIB UGM, Bentara Budaya, and Julang forms part of an effort to expand the space for literary appreciation and discussion through partnerships between educational institutions and cultural organizations. This event supports Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) 4: Quality Education through the reinforcement of literacy and literary appreciation, as well as SDGs 17: Partnerships for the Goals through cross-institutional collaboration in supporting the development and promotion of literary works.

Author: Indonesian Language and Literature Program

Yogyakarta, October 4, 2026 —The Cultural Anthropology Department’s orientation program for new undergraduate students (BERKAWANT), which had been running for 5 (five) weeks, finally reached its final day—the culmination and closing event of the series—held at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Gadjah Mada University, from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM, attended by the academic community of the Cultural Anthropology Department.

BERKAWANT began on August 23, 2026, as an orientation to introduce the dynamics of Cultural Anthropology at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Gadjah Mada University, under the theme “Jumpa Maba” (New Student Gathering), led by Cultural Anthropology faculty members, including Dr. Agung Wicaksono, S.Ant., M.A., Head of the Department of Anthropology at UGM, followed on August 29 by a seminar titled “Rembukant,” which explored the scope of Anthropology as both a discipline and a practice, featuring Dr. Sita Hidayah, S.Ant., M.A., Chair of the Cultural Anthropology Undergraduate Program. Also related to the world of literature, on September 12, a “WKP” Writing Workshop was held, facilitated by Dr. Muhammad Zamzam Fauzanafi, S.Ant., M.A. The insights gained over the following weeks were applied through field research on campus and showcased at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Gadjah Mada University, as part of the BERKAWANT series—specifically the “Pamerant” exhibition, which ran for five consecutive days with a shift system organized by research theme groups. The event concluded with the BERKAWANT culminating ceremony.

The BERKAWANT culminating event featured a program meticulously prepared by the organizing committee, comprising various activities aligned with reflective cultural studies—one of which was a journey through “ant” stations themed around the 10 cultural elements identified by Prof. Drs. Heddy Shri Ahimsa -Putra, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. There was also a symbolic induction of new students through a ritual depicting the journey of life, followed by an awards ceremony to recognize specific participants throughout the BERKAWANT event. Participants included not only new students and committee members but also several alumni and faculty members.

Author: Syafina Kamilya

The Student Association of the Department (HMJ) of the Study Program of Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM), held Abhiseka Kramasisya 2026 on Saturday, 12 September 2026. This activity was a welcoming event and inauguration ceremony for new students of the Study Program of Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture. As part of the initial series of university life, the 2026 cohort of new students participated in the activity to become acquainted with the academic environment while building a sense of togetherness with the academic community of the study program.

The series of Abhiseka Kramasisya 2026 featured various activities that introduced new students to university life. The activity began with an opening dance performance, followed by remarks from the hosts and the organizing committee. New students also had the opportunity to learn about campus life experiences through a talk show with alumni and a question-and-answer session with lecturers. Interactive games also helped create a more relaxed atmosphere before the series of activities continued with the siraman ceremony as one of the parts of welcoming the new students.

Following the welcoming activities, the event continued with an arts performance that provided a space for new students to express themselves through various forms of performance. The stage provided an opportunity for them to showcase their interests and talents while interacting with other students, the organizing committee, lecturers, and alumni in a more relaxed atmosphere. The creativity of the new students was evident in the various performances presented, one of which was a short theater performance that combined moral messages, humor about campus life, and social criticism. The students not only performed as actors but were also involved in bringing the story to life through character development and the presentation of the performance. The performance received a positive response from the audience through laughter and appreciation expressed throughout the show. More than merely entertainment, the arts performance also provided an opportunity for new students to gain the confidence to perform, create together, and get to know one another through the creative process. The interactions that developed during the performance also strengthened the sense of togetherness among the new students.

Through this series of activities, Abhiseka Kramasisya 2026 was not only a welcoming and inauguration event for new students but also part of an initial introduction to student life within the Study Program of Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture. This introduction did not stop at academic life but also demonstrated that being a student of Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture means having space to develop creativity and various potentials. The arts performance became one of the spaces for introducing this to new students, showing that Javanese language, literature, and culture are not only studied through academic activities but can also be brought to life through creativity and works. Thus, student creativity can become part of efforts to maintain, preserve, and develop Javanese culture so that it remains alive and can provide benefits to society.

Author : Nurul Fajri Rahmani
Editor : Haryo Untoro

Yogyakarta, 26 September 2026 — Keluarga Mahasiswa Linguistik Gadjah Mada (KALINGGA) held the Academic Writing Workshop 2026 under the theme “Academic Writing Fundamentals: Skill Dasar Menuju Publikasi Jurnal” on Saturday, 26 September 2026. The workshop took place in Meeting Room 1, Poerbatjaraka Building, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, UGM.

The workshop featured Ahmad Zamzuri, an Interdisciplinary Literature Researcher at the Center for Language, Literature, and Community Research, BRIN, and Adwidya S. Yoga, M.A., a staff member of the Journal and Publication Bureau at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, UGM, as speakers.

The workshop provided students with a learning and discussion space to strengthen their understanding of academic writing and journal publication. The sessions covered the fundamentals of academic article writing, as well as key considerations when preparing articles for publication, including in journals indexed by Scopus.

In addition to the presentations, participants took part in a discussion and article review session. The session provided an opportunity for participants to discuss their writing directly and receive feedback on their academic articles.

Through this workshop, KALINGGA provided students with an opportunity to develop their academic writing skills and gain a more practical understanding of the process of preparing articles for journal publication.

KALINGGA extends its appreciation to the speakers, organizing committee, and all participants for their contributions to the success of the workshop. The activity is expected to broaden students’ knowledge and contribute to strengthening their academic skills, particularly in academic writing and scholarly publication.

Author: Master’s Program in Linguistics