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.

UGM’s Faculty of Cultural Sciences is dedicated to preserving regional cultural values and promoting cultural development. Encouraging their students to participate in cultural festivals and events is just one of the ways they achieve this goal. The Menoreh Cultural Festival on Saturday, 26th August 2023 is a prime example of how the faculty is helping to preserve and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the region.

The Faculty of Cultural Sciences at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) recently sent 25 students to participate in the Menoreh Cultural Festival held in Kulon Progo Regency. The festival, known as Kirab Budaya Kulon Progo, was organised by the Kulon Progo Regency Cultural Office and featured representatives from Yogyakarta, Central Java, East Java, and West Java.

The UGM students, who are members of Sastro Obah, performed the Angkrek dance and Gemufamire flashmob during the festival. They walked and danced interactively along the road with other contingents and were accompanied by musicians from the Anthropology student band, KawanAnt.

Mimi Savitri, the faculty’s Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni, expressed her excitement for the event. “The performance was very interesting, and we hope it will spark creativity in the future,” she said.

The Kirab Budaya Kulon Progo also featured a competition, and the winning group was from SMKI Yogyakarta. The annual event in Kulon Progo has become highly anticipated by artists in Yogyakarta and beyond.

UGM’s Faculty of Cultural Sciences is dedicated to preserving regional cultural values and promoting cultural development. Encouraging their students to participate in cultural festivals and events is just one of the ways they achieve this goal. The Menoreh Cultural Festival is a prime example of how the faculty is helping to preserve and celebrate the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Meet M Deni Maulana, a talented student from the Indonesian Language and Literature study programme, batch of 2023. Deni has been chosen as a poetry reader for the much-awaited Independence concert by Gita Bahana Nusantara Republik Indonesia in 2023. This exciting event is being organized by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the Directorate General of Culture. It’s a big deal because Deni will join 199 other young participants from all over Indonesia, representing the 33 provinces, who are all part of Gita Bahana Nusantara (GBN) 2023.

This year is special as it marks the 20th anniversary of GBN’s involvement in national events. And for the very first time, they are getting ready to showcase their talents to a wider audience at the Gita Bahana Nusantara 2023 Independence Concert “Menembus Batas” (Breaking Boundaries). The concert will take place at the historic Fatahillah Museum in the Kota Tua Complex, Jakarta, on August 12th.

Language learning has always been a challenge for many individuals, especially those who are trying to learn a second language. A recent public lecture held on Thursday, August 24, 2023, at the Multimedia Room, Margono Building, 2nd floor, Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM and Zoom from 11:00-12:45 WIB has shed light on the complexities of language learning and the pros and cons of AI in higher education.

Experts in the field, including Professor Shigenoro Wakabayashi and Professor Jun Iio, shared their insights and expertise on the topic.

“Language learning is a complex phenomena, taken place in micro, meso and macro context…”

Professor Wakabayashi emphasized the complexity of language learning and how second language studies have largely ignored it. He delivered a fragment of a sentence during his lecture, highlighting the difficulties faced by language learners, particularly those learning a second language.

On the other hand, Professor Iio discussed the benefits and challenges of using artificial intelligence (AI) in higher education. With the rise of AI development, it is essential to use it wisely and address any issues that may arise. While AI provides benefits, it also presents some challenges that must be overcome.

The lecture was moderated by Hasyim Kurniawan, S.S., M.App.Ling., a lecturer of the English Department at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences UGM. The event attracted a hybrid audience, with in-person attendees and those tuning in remotely via Zoom.

The public lecture provided valuable insights into the complexities of language learning and the potential benefits and challenges of incorporating AI in higher education. As the world becomes increasingly interconnected, the knowledge gained from this lecture can help individuals and educators alike to navigate the complexities of language learning and make informed decisions when it comes to incorporating AI in higher education.

The Korea University ASEAN Centre (KUAC) delegation, led by Professor Jae Hyeok Shin, the Director of KUAC, recently paid a visit to the Faculty of Cultural Sciences at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) in 16th August 2023. The delegation, which included Professor Jeong-in Suh, Former Korean Ambassador to ASEAN, Professor Jaehoo Park, Chief Administrative Officer, and a journalist from Yonhap News, Mr Kim Ho-Chun, had a seven-day visit to Indonesia and Thailand. During their visit, they gained valuable insights into ASEAN countries and had the opportunity to exchange ideas with students of the Korean Language and Culture Study Programme at FIB UGM.

The KUAC delegation’s visit was not just a mere academic and cultural exchange but also aimed to foster closer ties between Korea and ASEAN countries. To achieve this goal, the delegation attended a series of lectures on Cultural Differences between Indonesia and Korea. Moreover, two representatives from Chung Mong-Koo Foundation, Mr Cho Hyun Jin and Mr Shin Ji Nam, also accompanied the delegation, adding more value to the visit.

Overall, the KUAC delegation’s visit to UGM was a significant milestone in the academic and cultural exchange between the two regions. It is hoped that such visits will continue to take place, leading to more opportunities for collaboration and mutual understanding between Korea and ASEAN countries..