On Sunday (13/08/2023), the Social Community Division in collaboration with the Scholarly Division of the Student Association of the Department of Javanese Literature (HMJ KAMASTAWA) successfully organized the event 'Javanese Literature Sharing and Teaching.' This program resulted from the collaborative initiative of the Social Community Division and the Scholarly Division.

The Javanese Literature Sharing and Teaching event took place at the Al-Wahhaab Sinar Melati 11 orphanage, located at Jl. Wijaya Kusuma Gg. Arjuna No. RT. 01/14, Dero, Condongcatur,  Depok district, Sleman Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta. A total of 10 children of various age groups, ranging from toddlers to first-year junior high school students, participated in this activity.

The event commenced with an introduction session between the participants and the orphanage children, followed by interactive lessons in writing and reading using flashcards. This series of learning was followed by a quiz session involving the use of these flashcards. Subsequently, the atmosphere became more enjoyable with games and singing traditional Javanese children's songs together.

Puzzle game by guessing the names of objects in Javanese language

Play and sing the traditional Javanese children's songs together

The enthusiasm displayed by the children was palpable, from the beginning to the end of the event, especially during the awarding of small prizes as tokens of appreciation for their participation in the flashcard quiz. In addition to the prizes, HMJ KAMASTAWA also provided Javanese language guidebooks (pepak basa Jawa) as an effort to introduce and cultivate an interest in Javanese culture among the children in the orphanage.

Handover of mementos from HMJ KAMASTAWA to the Al-Wahhaab Orphanage.

Though the contributions made might be modest, the significant hopes and sincere intentions to share and impart knowledge about Javanese literature consistently underpinned every step of the 'Javanese Literature Sharing and Teaching' program carried out by HMJ KAMASTAWA. This program provides a valuable experience in bridging the academic world with society, supporting cultural and literary development among children.

Source : PPSMB Kampung Budaya UGM (July, 17, 2023). Jingle PPSMB Kampung Budaya 2023 [Video]. YouTube, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WLcA9_ZvIB4

Yogyakarta - The Successful Learner Training for New Students (PPSMB) of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) was held from August 2nd to August 3rd, 2023. The Faculty's PPSMB is named "Cultural Village" (Kampung Budaya). The Cultural Village 2023 embraced the theme of "Amerta Grantha," which signifies the eternal binding ties. This theme was chosen as a reflection of the reality within Universitas Gadjah Mada, particularly within the diverse backgrounds of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences. This diversity is analogized as a thread that is interwoven into a common purpose or a large umbrella of unity, namely the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB).

The commencement of the Cultural Village 2023 on the first day started at 06:00 AM with a warm welcome. The new students gathered in their respective "padukuhans" (clusters) along Sosio Humaniora Street. The names of these "padukuhans" were derived from various batik patterns found in Indonesia. After gathering, at 07:30 AM, the students entered the Faculty of Cultural Sciences through the northern gate. Upon entering the Greenland area, they were welcomed by the melodious tunes of the "gamelan" ensemble, Gamasutra. Subsequently, speeches were delivered by the coordinator of the cultural village, the President of the Faculty's Student Executive Board (LEM), and Prof. Dr. Setiadi, S.Sos., M.Si., the Dean of the FCS UGM.

The role of the master of ceremony (MC) during the Cultural Village 2023 was taken by Rafael Raga, a student of the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Program, and Putri Diah Syafitri, a student of the Indonesian Language and Literature Program.

The event continued with a traditional dance performance by Sasoebah accompanied by Gamasutra's "gamelan," followed by the screening of alumni videos, and subsequently a cultural lecture by Prof. Dr. Setiadi, S.Sos., M.Si. Prof. Dr. Setiadi, S.Sos., M.Si. elaborated on the diversity of Indonesia and how this diversity should be perceived in the present context.

Afterward, the event proceeded with a modern dance performance by Sasoebah, followed by an alumni introduction session. The alumni introduction was a dialogue session with alumni from the Faculty of Cultural Sciences. Among the attending alumni were Mr. Paksi Raras Alit, S.S., M.A., an alumnus of Nusantara Literature (currently Bahasa, Sastra, dan Budaya Jawa), and Ms. Hesti, S.S., M.B.A., an alumnus of Japanese Language and Culture. In this session, the new students gained insights and an understanding of career prospects after completing their education in FIB.

The event continued with the screening of the Cultural Village jingle, followed by introductions to TU (Technical Unit) and PK4L (Occupational Safety and Health and Environmental Safety Center). The event proceeded with the introduction to PKM (Student Creativity Week), followed by the screening of alumni videos once more. Subsequently, the organizers directed the students to engage in ISHOMA (Rest, Eat, and Gather) activities. The event concluded with a bonding session aimed at fostering connections among the students within their respective "padukuhan."

On the second day, specifically on August 3, 2023, at 06:30 AM, the "Sapa Mahadya" session was held on Sosio Humaniora Street. The students gathered according to their chosen study programs. At 07:30 AM, the students then engaged in the study program session.

The study program session for the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Program was held in the Siti Baroroh Building, 2nd floor. The session was carried out warmly, allowing the students to become acquainted with the intricacies and nuances of the program, as well as gain insights into its prospects.

At 09:00 AM, the students regrouped within their respective "padukuhan" and visited various Semi-Autonomous Body (BSO) stations. This activity lasted until noon, followed by a break (ISHOMA) until 01:00 PM.

The event continued with the screening of the Cultural Village jingle, followed by traditional dance performances by BSO Rampoe and Buchaechum by students of the Korean Language and Culture Program. Then, a Ketoprak performance by Sastra Conthong brought laughter to the students.

The event proceeded with awarding nominations for the most spirited team, the most agile team, the most cohesive team, and the best batik creations. Subsequently, the MC concluded the Cultural Village 2023 activities.

However, this did not signify the end of the Cultural Village 2023. The event continued with a flash mob performance by the Cultural Village 2023 organizers and a performance by the Kombantrin band. Kombantrin performed several songs, including "Seandainya" by Vierra and "Pamer Bojo" by the late Didi Kempot. The supporter's performance concluded the Cultural Village event. With the beat of drums and the waving of supporter flags, the students and organizers sang together, and the supporters guided the students back to the northern gate of the FIB.

The Cultural Village 2023 New Student Orientation was executed successfully and with great enthusiasm. Thus, it is hoped that the Cultural Village 2023 New Student Orientation will provide a comprehensive understanding of the academic environment for the students and ignite their passion to engage dynamically within the Faculty of Cultural Sciences at UGM. May the new students achieve success throughout their academic journey at FIB UGM and in their future endeavors.