Yogyakarta, 01/06/2024-The Arabic Literature Study Program, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) announced that one of its students has successfully completed an internship program at Mojok Book Publisher, Yogyakarta. This internship program began on February 19, 2024 and ended on May 31, 2024, for approximately three months. During this period, students were involved in various publishing activities including manuscript editing, literature research, and product marketing.

There were three students from the Faculty of Humanities who participated in this internship program, one of whom came from the Arabic Literature Study Program, Elvira Sundari, and the other two came from the French Language and Literature Study Program, Muhammad Ardan Fitriansyah and Catharina Maida. Accompanied by French Language and Literature Lecturer, Ari Bagus Panuntun, S.S., M.A., and working under the auspices of the Mojok Book Editorial team, they had the opportunity to learn firsthand about the book publishing process from the beginning to the end.

The purpose of this internship program is to provide students with practical experience that can complement their academic knowledge so that it is relevant to the skills needed in the publishing industry. Student interns also have the opportunity to publish their own work. They were entrusted by the Mojok Book Editor to write the book Jelajah Kuliner Lokal: Caring for Food, Caring for Sovereignty, which was a collaborative project with Paniradya Kaistimewaan. As a final project, they also managed to publish their first book entitled Yang Harus Kamu Baca Sebelum Kuliah di Jogja. Both books can be purchased at the Mojok Store online and offline bookstore.

This internship experience not only benefits the students but also strengthens the relationship between the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM and the publishing industry in Yogyakarta. The success of this program shows the commitment of the Faculty of Humanities UGM in bridging the gap between education and industry. The collaboration between the Faculty and Mojok Book Publisher also opens up opportunities for further cooperation in the future, both in the form of internship programs and other publishing projects.

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.

The Master’s Program in Middle Eastern Cultural Studies in collaboration with the Bachelor of Arabic Literature Program at Gadjah Mada University held a National Seminar in order to Mangayubagya the retirement of Dr. Hindun, M.Hum with the theme Palestine: From Nakbah to Tufan Al-Aqsa on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 in Room 709, Soegondo Building, Faculty of Cultural Sciences. The event was attended by the deans of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, namely Dr. Nur Saktiningrum, M.Hum. (Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs), Mimi Savitri, M.A., Ph.D (Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation and Alumni), Suray Agung Nugroho, S.S., M.A. (Vice Dean for Finance, Assets and Human Resources), retired lecturers, alumni and students from the Master of Middle Eastern Cultural Studies and Arabic Literature. The event opened with remarks from representatives of the dean of FIB UGM and continued with giving impressions and messages from representatives of lecturers, alumni, and students from both study programs.

Dr. Hindun is a lecturer in the Intercultural department with expertise in Arabic literature, especially in the poetry of Resistance literature (Adabul Muqawamah). She studied Arabic literature from bachelor to doctoral degree and has served for 40 years at Universitas Gadjah Mada. She has pursued the study of Arab resistance literature, especially Palestine, which until now is still being fought against Israeli occupation. In her speech, Mrs. Hindun said that the struggle for Palestinian independence will never end. She appealed to the invited guests that it is not only the Palestinians who are struggling, but all people of the world who have a humanitarian spirit. Therefore, this seminar certainly provides a deeper insight into the history of the Palestinian conflict to the latest information in the area. For the younger generation, it is hoped that they can continue the relay of this struggle to defend Palestine.

Sleman, 14 June 2024-A total of eight students from the Arabic Literature Study Program of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM) underwent an internship program at the Sleman Regency Ministry of Religious Affairs. This program lasted for approximately three months from the beginning of March 2024 to mid-June 2024. This program provides an opportunity for students to develop hard and soft skills that will be needed in the world of work. The tasks given to them are quite diverse, ranging from administrative and archive management, providing counseling, public services, and covering activities.

To maximize the learning experience, the students were divided into several sections based on their field of work. Four were assigned to the Hajj and Umrah Services Section, two to the Madrasah Education Section, one to the Islamic Public Guidance Section, and one to the Public Relations Section.

The internship experience provided students with valuable insights into the mechanisms and procedures that apply in government institutions, as well as allowing them to apply academic knowledge in practical situations. One of the interns expressed his experience:

“This internship program is a very valuable experience for me. Not only can I try to apply the knowledge I learn on campus to the world of work, I also gain knowledge and experience about the dynamics of the real world of work. I learned many things here that were not taught in college. This program provides a new perspective that is very valuable for my future career development.”

These statements reflect the success of the internship program in achieving its goal of equipping students with the practical skills and knowledge needed to succeed in an increasingly complex and competitive professional environment.