Yogyakarta - On Thursday (08/10/2023), the socialization of the Study Plan (KRS) for the A.Y. 2023 new students was successfully conducted. The event took place in room 404 of the Margono Building, commencing from 08:00 to 10:00 AM. This KRS socialization was organized by the Academic Division of the Family of Javanese Literature Student Department (HMJ KAMASTAWA).

The speakers for the KRS socialization session were Fazi Arifian Pradana (class of 2021) and Nanda Nursa Alya (class of 2021). They discussed various aspects related to KRS, including academic ethics, the terminology used in coursework, a comprehensive understanding of KRS along with its aspects, the types of courses available, and a brief overview of the curriculum revision in 2021. Additionally, they presented details about the courses to be taken and provided practical guidance on the usage of UGM's Simaster platform for the KRS filling process.

Nanda Nursa Alya presented about academic ethics

Fazi Arifian Pradana presented about KRS and its aspects

Following the presentation of the material, the Academic Division opened a question-and-answer session. Several new students posed questions related to KRS and their coursework experiences, reflecting their curiosity and interest as they encountered the KRS system and academic environment for the first time.

The aspiration is that through this activity, the new students can gain a clearer understanding of the KRS filling process they will undertake from Friday (08/11/2023) to Saturday (08/12/2023), and obtain initial insights into the coursework they will face on their academic journey.

The 'Sowan Kadang' event between the Family of Javanese Literature Students, Javanese Literature Program, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Indonesia (KMSJ FIB UI), and the Student Association of the Family of Javanese Literature Students, Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Program, Universitas Gadjah Mada (HMJ KAMASTAWA UGM), was successfully held with warmth. This virtual benchmarking activity, conducted on July 15, 2023, aimed to strengthen the camaraderie and cooperation between these two Javanese literature student associations.

This benchmarking activity was part of the Public Relations and Organization Division's work program of HMJ Kamastawa UGM, taking place from 09:00 to 11:15 WIB (Western Indonesian Time). The event also served as an effort to expand relations, build camaraderie, introduce, and evaluate the respective work programs of both associations.

Each Javanese literature student association has different tasks and work programs. In KMSJ FIB UI, the organization comprises a Chairman, Vice Chairman, Secretariat (Kestari), 5 Bureaus (Finance Bureau, Research and Development Bureau (Litbang), Human Resource Development Bureau (PSDM), Public Relations Bureau (Humas), and Creative Media Bureau (MedKre)), as well as 5 Departments (Advocacy and Student Welfare Department (ADKESMA), Education and Science Department, Community Service Department (PengMas), Arts Department, and Sports Department). Meanwhile, HMJ Kamastawa UGM consists of the Core Executive Board (PH), Human Resource Development Division (PSDM), Public Relations and Organization Division (RPO), Social and Community Division (Sosmas), Media and Information Division (Medinfo), Scientific Division, Entrepreneurship and Logistics Division (Kewirugistik), and Interest and Talent Division (Mikat), which is further divided into two sub-divisions: Arts and Sports.

The benchmarking activity was initiated by Siti Gea Arzetty (KMSJ) and Bima Muslih W. (KAMASTAWA) as the Masters of Ceremony (MC). It began with speeches by the heads of KMSJ FIB UI (Wulan Fitria) and KAMASTAWA (Adjit Royan Mustafa G.S.), followed by presentations about the profiles and work programs of each association, as well as evaluations and questions regarding their work programs. The event continued with a lively ice-breaking session, followed by discussions about the three specialized fields of philology, linguistics, and literature. Subsequently, certificates were exchanged between the two associations as an appreciation for their participation in this benchmarking activity. The event concluded with a group photo session as a memento.

(Certificate handover by Chairman of KMSJ FIB UI to Chairman of HMJ KAMASTAWA)

(Certificate handover by Chairman of HMJ KAMASTAWA to KMSJ FIB UI)

This benchmarking activity is expected to strengthen the camaraderie and foster closer cooperation and mutual support between KMSJ FIB UI and HMJ KAMASTAWA UGM. Furthermore, both student associations can learn from each other's experiences and work programs to contribute collaboratively in maximizing their future activities and goals.

 (Kintan Dewinta Putri paired with Ketut Teguh Virgiawan (UNDIKSA) as the 1st runner-up winner for Putra Putri IMBASADI 2023-2024)

Kintan Dewinta Putri, a student of the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) class of 2022, won the 1st runner-up position for Putri Imbasadi in the X Archipelago Workshop which was held at Semarang State University (UNNES). This year, the UGM delegation sent Bima Muslih Wicaksono and Kintan Dewinta Putri as participants for Putra Putri Imbasadi.

Becoming a Putra Putri IMBASADI doesn't just rely on a charming appearance. Participants are required to have intelligence and a vision and mission in learning and promoting Indonesian regional culture and languages.

The first stage in this competition was to complete the assigned tasks, including writing an essay on opinions on the theme of the IMBASADI Sarasehan Nusantara, namely Pusparagam of Indonesian traditions. Apart from that, they also have to make public speaking videos about vision and mission, motivation, and give short orations. Apart from that, Putra Putri IMBASADI participants also have to collaborate to showcase their interests and talents in one video.

(Putra Putri IMBASADI's Interview)

The second stage is in-depth interviews related to the Putra Putri IMBASADI participants themselves. Kintan revealed, "The questions asked in the interview were more like case studies and related to how to deal with problems and the personality of each participant.

(Putra Putri IMBASADI Parade 2023-2024)

Furthermore, the top 5 were selected through the Putra Putri IMBASADI parade on Wednesday, 31 May 2023. In the preliminary stage to become the top 3, all prospective Putra Putri IMBASADI must answer questions drawn randomly.

After that, to determine who will become the Putra Putri of IMBASADI, the top three participants are required to answer questions in English which then ends with the awarding of the title Putra Putri of IMBASADI 2023-2024 to the best participants.

Even though IMBASADI's 2023-2024 Putra Putri have been determined, all sons and daughters of IMBASADI, both those with runner-up titles or participants who have not been selected, will still contribute to introducing local culture and languages ​​in Indonesia.

Referring to the work program of the Putra Putri of IMBASADI, Kintan explained "Based on the work program of IMBASADI that I know, later the Sons and Daughters of IMBASADI will be involved in teaching activities. However, there has been no further discussion regarding the place. In addition, the Putra Putri of IMBASADI have a responsibility to contribute deeper to the IMBASADI community, such as preserving culture and arts in their respective regions,"

Kintan also shared his plans for the future, "My initial plan was to introduce IMBASADI to fellow students, including juniors. Apart from that, I will also try to be a role model in art and culture."

For Kintan, winning the 1st runner-up position for Putri IMBASADI is like a gift. "Alhamdulillah, I am very grateful for my achievement as runner-up 1 of Putri IMBASADI. I did not expect it because I feel that the effort has not been as optimal as I expected," said Kintan.

"I also feel proud to be able to participate in the 10th IMBASADI Sarasehan Nusantara. I am happy to have the opportunity to broaden my knowledge of regional culture and literature and establish friendships with students from various universities in Indonesia," she added.