Based on the results of the XXIX National Deliberation (munas) of Temu Budaya Nusantara at I Gusti Bagus Sugriwa State Hindu University, Bangli, on November 8, 2023, Gadjah Mada University (UGM) was chosen as the host of the XXX Temu Budaya Nusantara (TBN), which will be held in 2024.

Imbasadi is a special organization for students majoring in or studying regional languages and literature held by universities in Indonesia. There are 36 universities that are members of this organization. In its implementation, Imbasadi is divided into several Regional Division areas, including Sumatra, Java, Bali, Nusa Tenggara, and Sulawesi.

Every year, Imbasadi has two regularly organized activities, namely Sarasehan Nusantara (SN) and Temu Budaya Nusantara (TBN). Regarding TBN, this activity is held around November or December. The main purpose of TBN is the national deliberation, demission, and reorganization of the Imbasadi board. The supporting activities that are held are the Archipelago Cultural Performance and the National Scientific Writing Competition. Other activities depend on the TBN organizing committee.

In order to organize TBN XXX, the organizing committee of Temu Budaya Nusantara activities from Gadjah Mada University opens opportunities for mahadaya to participate in various divisions, such as events, public relations (PR), creative media, equipment, consumption, business funds (Danus), security, sponsors, and liaison officers. By joining the committee of Temu Budaya Nusantara, Mahadaya has the opportunity to get a national certificate, extensive new relationships, and experience in organizing events.

Here is the open recruitment timeline:

1. Registration: March 10–14, 2024
2. Interview: March 16–17, 2024
3. Announcement: March 19, 2024
4. First Gathering: March 23, 2024

Interested students can register via the registration link and access the guidebook for more information. For any questions, Mahadaya can contact Mayla (08998001072 via WhatsApp) or Gulang (Rickrowens01 via Line) as contact persons.

Imbasadi, as an organization, aims to study, preserve, develop, and introduce regional cultures in Indonesia. Through the good cooperation of the host committee and the support of various parties, it is hoped that Imbasadi's XXX Nusantara Cultural Gathering activities can be well organized. This activity is in line with the sustainable development goals, especially in point 4 (improving the quality of education) and point 17 (partnerships to achieve goals).

On Saturday, March 2, 2024, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences at Universitas Gadjah Mada (FIB UGM) held a ‘gebyar acara dies’, a lively celebration in commemoration of the Faculty's 78th anniversary. The event has been decorated with various performances from each study program, including the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program.

The Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program performed karawitan presented by students who are members of Gamelan Sastra Nusantara, also known as Gamasutra. Gamasutra, which consists of students from various years, has performed three pieces of music, namely 'Ladrang pangkur pelog barang', 'Lancaran kuwi apa kuwi', and 'Lancaran gugur gunung', as the last performance.

This musical performance is an expression of the identity of the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program, which is consistent in preserving and reviving Javanese culture as part of the nation's cultural wealth. Furthermore, the gamelan performance from Gamasutra has contributed to enlivening the 78th anniversary of FIB UGM.

In a broader context, this performance also symbolizes the faculty's efforts in preserving the diverse cultures of the archipelago, as well as raising awareness of the importance of maintaining and appreciating the cultural heritage that characterizes the Indonesian nation.

Developing interest in learning Javanese fiction writing among students is one of the good efforts made by the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program. This effort is reflected through the organization of structured courses. However, the study program makes other efforts to identify hidden talents, improve students' basic competencies, and ensure the sustainability of this interest. One of them is to bring students closer to writers and authors who are qualified in this field through writing training and mentoring activities.

The open offer was conveyed to students through a class communication group. The class community has been formed in the context of training activities in writing children's stories by Budi Sardjono (Gubug Nyawang Giri), a qualified author under the pseudonym Agnes Yani Sardjono. This activity was held on Saturday, February 24, 2024, starting at 07.30 WIB until completion at Gubug Nyawang Giri-Sleman, in collaboration with PASBUJA (Paguyuban Sastra dan Budaya Jawa) Kawi Merapi Sleman through its Sleman School of Literature (S3). This community is supported by the community service program organized by Wiwien W. Rahayu, a lecturer in the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program since 2022, on an ongoing basis.

The offer did not receive a variety of responses, except from six students who were interested in seizing the opportunity. These students are Dian Nitami, Maysa Putri, Siti Nurhayati, Pingky Putri, Ilman Nafia, and Nisrina Dyah.

"I want to learn to be a writer, develop ideas, and be interested in writing children's stories," was Nisrina's reason for accepting the offer. Another reason for Maysa's participation was ".to use it to raise my intention, enthusiasm, and motivation to write," she explained. The same thing was also conveyed by Ilma Nafia and Dian Nitami. The positive energy given by the author through the story of his experience is one of the attractions of the students' participation.  It could be that this can trigger a passion for fiction writing among Javanese Literature Study Program students. So that in the future, the response to existing opportunities will be more optimal.

Not just a hobby, the choice to become a writer is one of the offers made to students. The Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program is committed to providing strategic programs to support the development of fiction writing skills. The fulfillment of this is done seriously and continuously through the development of partnerships with various parties. Through the implementation of the tri dharma of higher education, this goal is expected to be achieved.

On Sunday, (02/25/2024), the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Student Association (HMJ Kamastawa) for the 2024/2025 period held a first gathering with the aim of getting to know and interacting between board members and knowing the programs that have been planned. This event took place in room 302-303, Margono Building, third floor, at 02.00–04.00 pm WIB.

The first gathering is an important moment for new board members. A warm atmosphere emanated throughout the event, allowing each member to get to know each other, whether from their fellow divisions or from different divisions. In addition, this event provides an opportunity for each division to present program plans that will be carried out during management.

The event was hosted by two presenters, Septi Indah Lestari, a 2022 student, and Bagus Ulin Nuha, a 2023 student. The series of first gathering activities included introductions to each division and division members, presentations of various programs by each division, games or interactive games, and ended with a group photo session to capture the moment.

Through the First Gathering, it is hoped that a close relationship and intense interaction between the members of the HMJ Kamastawa 2024/2025 board can be established. Furthermore, by knowing the programs of each division, it is expected to increase understanding of the objectives and implementation strategies. With the establishment of good communication, it is expected that the students of HMJ Kamastawa management for the 2024/2025 period can work together effectively in planning, implementing, and evaluating the programs that have been launched. This approach is in line with the principles of sustainable development, especially in points 4 (improving the quality of education) and 17 (partnerships to achieve common goals).

The Sleman Regency Culture Office (Kundha Kabudayan) holds a Memetri Magazine Writing Training Workshop every year. This year, the workshop took place on Thursday, (02/15/2024) at Floating Resto Sleman. This workshop was attended by various groups, including Pasbuja (Javanese Literature and Art Society), FGSM (Sleman Teachers Forum), and five students of the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program class of 2023. They are Rafif Wicaksono, M. Rafi Nur Fauzy, Audrey Gizella Islamey, Rela Sazkia, and Zidna Nabila.

This year's "Memetri" Magazine Writing Training Workshop was devoted to writing Javanese-language feature works. The goal was to train the participants to write features, increase creativity, and preserve the Javanese language. There were various materials presented by the speakers, such as formulas for writing features, methods of writing features, and how to choose references for features to be written. Wiwien Widyawati Rahayu, lecturer of the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program, was also a resource person in this workshop. She conveyed the method for finding feature sources.

Audrey Gizella expressed her opinion on the workshop. "Alhamdulillah, this workshop was very fun, not boring, and I gained new knowledge to write features." Rafif Wicaksono added, "This activity is very useful for us, especially since our study program is also related to literature. Therefore, we can know the intricacies of good and correct feature writing," he said.

The workshop ended with a practice of writing a feature on the topic of Floating Resto Sleman. Five writers with the best work will have the opportunity to become journalists for the magazine "Memetri" by the Sleman Regency Cultural Office. With this, it is hoped that there will be many people who like to write in Javanese, especially features, for "Memetri" magazine.

The organization of the "Memetri" Magazine Writing Training Workshop is a concrete effort to train the younger generation to be able to write features as well as participate in the preservation of Javanese culture. Educational efforts and cooperation from various parties in preserving culture are in accordance with the goals of sustainable development, namely improving the quality of education (point 4) and partnerships to achieve goals (point 17)

Author: Zidna Nabila

Editor  : Haryo Untoro

On Monday, (02/12/2024), the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program received a visit from students of Reitsumeikan University, Japan. The event took place in Room 405 (gamelan room), Margono Building, 4th floor, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). The participants of this visit were 20 students, one supervisor, and 14 friends from the Buddy Club Student Activity Unit.

(Introduction of Javanese Language, Literature and Culture Study Program and HMJ Kamastawa)

During the visit, seven student representatives from the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program gave a presentation about the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program and the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Student Family Organization (HMJ Kamastawa). Furthermore, student representatives introduced Karawitan musical instruments as part of Javanese culture. The introduction was carried out by explaining the musical instruments, demonstrating playing the instruments, and presenting a traditional Javanese song entitled "Suwe Ora Jamu." After the presentation, Reitsumeikan University students were allowed to try playing various gamelan musical instruments available, guided by student representatives.

(Demonstration of gamelan musical instruments)

(Introduction of Javanese gamelan instruments to Reitsumeikan University students)

The visit was then closed with a group photo and the handover of souvenirs to Reitsumeikan University.

(Handover of souvenirs)

With this visit, Reitsumeikan University students had the opportunity to better understand Indonesian culture, especially Javanese culture. This activity can be an effort to introduce the beauty of the archipelago's culture to the international community. Efforts to introduce and explore the traditions and culture of the archipelago are in line with the fourth point in the sustainable development goals, namely the provision of quality education.

Bima Muslih Wicaksono, a student of class 2022, was successfully elected as the Chairperson of the Committee for the Archipelago Cultural Meeting (TBN) of the Association of Regional Language and Literature Students throughout Indonesia (Imbasadi). This election was carried out in the TBN preparation meeting, which was held online on Saturday, (27/01/2024).

The TBN preparation meeting was not only attended by Imbasadi student members but also involved representatives from the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Student Association (HMJ Kamastawa), as well as several study program alumnus who are also alumnus of Imbasadi. Discussions during the meeting not only included the election of the committee chairman but also discussed plans for the future implementation of TBN XXX.

Temu Budaya Nusantara is Imbasadi's annual agenda, which is usually held in November or December. The event includes various activities, such as the National Deliberation, demission, and re-organization of Imbasadi administrators. In addition, there are also supporting activities, including the National Cultural Performance and Scientific Writing Competition (LKTI).

The agreement of the National Conference (Munas) of Imbasadi's XXIXth Nusantara Cultural Gathering at the State Hindu University I Gusti Bagus Sugriwa, Bangli campus (08/11/2023), stipulated that the UGM Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program will host the TBN-XXX in 2024. The appointment of UGM as the host of TBN-XXX shows UGM's active involvement in studying, introducing, and preserving Indonesian regional culture to a wide audience. This step is in line with the fourth mission of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which is to improve the quality of education for the people of Indonesia.

With the election of Bima Muslih Wicaksono as Chairman of the Committee, it is expected that the TBN-XXX Imbasadi activities can be held successfully and make a positive contribution to preserving and developing Indonesian culture. Support and prayers from various parties are expected to contribute to the success of this prestigious event, which will be held in the near future.

Dening: Muhammad Siswoyo

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Students of the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program from Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) have successfully conducted a teaching program for students at Senior High School 1 Seyegan. This teaching program is a collaboration with the Principal Senior High School 1 Seyegan as a joint effort to preserve Javanese culture, especially in the use of Javanese script. The implementation period of this program lasts from December 12 to 21, 2023, ending with the holding of competitions on December 22, 2023,

A total of nine (9) students from the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program participated in this program. They are Sindi Virninda, Nanda Nursa Alya, Rafael Raga B.P., Faradila Putri M., Ahmad Nur Astha, Enjang Prasetyo W., Fazi Arifian Pradara, Novita Nurhasanah, and Inayah Milati. The teaching was done by applying creative methods, with the hope that the students could understand Javanese script thoroughly.

Nanda Nursa Alya, one of the teaching participants, expressed her excitement in the interview: "It's really fun because we can interact with the students." Nanda explained that this program not only benefits the students but also develops the students' abilities. "This program trains us as students to be teachers and friends for the students. In addition, this program also requires student creativity in creating good and fun learning methods and media for students."

With this teaching program, Nanda hopes that the activity can be carried out every year. "Hopefully this program will always exist every year," she said. This teaching program is in line with the sustainable development goals, especially the fourth point, which aims to improve the quality of education.

Dening: Fauzan Adi Fadlurahman

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