Yogyakarta–The comparative study activity between the Javanese Language, Literature and Culture Study Program, Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), and the Balinese Literature Study Program, Faculty of Cultural Studies, Universitas Udayana (UNUD), was successfully carried out. The event was held on Wednesday, 8 March 2023 at the 7th floor of the Soegondo Auditorium with an atmosphere full of togetherness.

This comparative study activity opened with the performance of the Pudyastuti Dance performed by UGM Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture students. The next performance is Gita Pangendag Budhi Citta presented by UNUD Bali Literature students.

After the lively opening, the event continued with a material presentation session. In contrast to public lectures or seminars, speakers come from the students themselves. UNUD Balinese Literature students and UGM Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture students took turns presenting the material that had been prepared beforehand.

After the speaker finished explaining everything, the event continued with the opening of the question and answer session. In this session, the participants who attended showed high enthusiasm with the many questions asked in the question and answer session. These questions illustrated the participants' interest and curiosity in understanding more deeply the literature and culture of the two regions. 

The Joged dance presented by UNUD Balinese Literature students was able to lighten the atmosphere of the event and was followed by the awarding of certificates from each university. The comparative study activity ended with taking a group photo as proof of togetherness and the relationship that exists.

This comparative study activity aims to strengthen relations between the Bali Literature Study Program Student Association UNUD and the UGM Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture UGM Student Association. Through this activity, it is hoped that closer relations will be established between the two study programs and  universities, as well as increase participants' understanding and insight into regional literature and culture, especially Javanese culture and Balinese culture.

Yogyakarta - The Candrabirawa Cabinet has been officially appointed as the HMJ KAMASTAWA Cabinet (Keluarga Mahasiswa Sastra Jawa) for the 2023-2024 period. This cabinet is the successor to the Cakra Manggala Cabinet, which served as administrator of HMJ KAMASTAWA in the period 2022/2023.

The name "Candrabirawa" is taken from an 'ajian' with the same name and is related to a wayang character named Prabu Salya. In the puppet story, Candrabirawa's spell is said to have the power to bring out buta or giants. If the blood of the giant touches the ground, new giants will emerge.

The blood symbol symbolizes the sweat resulting from the hard work of every HMJ KAMASTAWA board, each drop of which can bring forth new enthusiasm in carrying out their duties and responsibilities.

The management of the Candrabirawa Cabinet is held by active students of the 2021 and 2022 undergraduate study programs. The number of daily managers of the Candrabirawa Cabinet is 44 people consisting of:

•        Chief        : Adjit Royan Mustafa Ganda Sukma
•        Representative: Monica Tia Rissandy
•        Secretary  :

1. Laksita Amero Farhaty
2. Dhiny Maulina Mahanani

•        Treasurer:

1. Novita Nurhasanah
2. Arin Lestari

•        Human Resources Development (HR) Division

1. Coordinator : When there is Princess Erninda
2. Member :
3. Kenyo Kartiko Wengi
4. Endar Sasmito Aji
5. Nanda Fitri Riyantika

•        Public and Organizational Relations Division (RPO)

1. Coordinator : Ahmad Nur Astha
2. Member :
3. Idharul Huda
4. Norma Aisyah
5. Achilla Chillava Acacia
6. Saktia Hidayah
7. Amtenaring Gulang
8. Gilang Cahyo Nusantara

•        Community Social Division (Sosmas)

1. Coordinator : Arum Anggraeni
2. Member :
3. Faradilla Putri Margaretha
4. Novalia Hidayatus Sholihah
5. Clara Cinta Zaneta
6. Alphonsus Was Wise
7. Haryo Untoro

•        Media and Information Division (Medinfo)

1. Coordinator : Geovanna Nathania Yolanda
2. Member :
3. Hanundita Salma
4. Tho Bagus Dhani Saputra
5. Ignatia Githa Sekar Pramesti

•        Scientific Division

1. Coordinator : Fazi Arifin Pradana
2. Member :
3. Rafael Raga Budi Pantuntun
4. Nanda Nursa Alya
5. Fauzan Adi Fadlurrahman
6. Muhammad Siswoyo

•        Entrepreneurship and Logistics Division (Kewirugistik)

1. Coordinator Inayah Milati
2. Member :
3. Thank you Tyas Supratnawati
4. Dhia Camalia Ramadhani Zain
5. Ajeng Tri Pramesti Wulandari

•        Interest and Talent Division (Mikat)

1. Coordinator : Muhammad Krishna Pangestu Wardana

-         Arts sub-division

1. Sub-koordinator : Eugenia Rajane Tetabuhan
2. Member :
3. Kintan Dewinta Putri
4. Aufa Fairuzdhiar Virgianza
5. Bima Muslih Wicaksono

-         Sports Sub-division

1. Sub-koordinator : Hafidh Ahmad Haritama
2. Member :
3. Muhammad Khoirun Nafi'
4. Anggi Galuh Teach Amanah

By establishing a mature work program and receiving guidance from the supervisor, namely Imam Prakoso, S.S., M.A., HMJ KAMASTAWA hopes that the Candrabirawa Cabinet can bring a good name to the Javanese Language, Literature, and Culture Study Program. In addition, the Candrabirawa Cabinet is expected to make an optimal contribution to various activities and events within the campus environment and to be able to carry on the fighting spirit of the previous cabinets.

Congratulations and success to the Candrabirawa Cabinet in realizing its programs!

Yogyakarta - The Javanese Literature Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) secured three championships at the Temu Budaya Nusantara 2022 event, which was conducted virtually by the Batak Literature Program at the University of North Sumatra (USU) from December 15 to 20, 2022.

The Temu Budaya Nusantara 2022 event carried the theme "Local Culture Actualization and the Role of Youth," emphasizing the role of young generations in preserving and perpetuating culture and traditions amid the current wave of globalization.

During the Temu Budaya Nusantara 2022 event at USU, eight different competitions were organized, including National Traditional Dance Competition, National Scientific Paper Competition, Comic Strip Competition, Poetry Creation and Reading Competition, Cultural Documentary Competition, National TikTok Competition, National Essay Competition, and Podcast Competition.

The Javanese Literature Program at UGM sent a delegation consisting of Vighna Rivattyannur Hernawan (class of 2020) as the delegation leader, Nurma Aisyah (class of 2021), Bima Muslih Wicaksono (class of 2022), Nanda Fitri Riyantika (class of 2022), Muhammad Siswoyo (class of 2022), and Wening Hidayati (class of 2022).

The following are the three championships achieved by the Javanese Literature Program at UGM:

1. 1st Place in the National Scientific Paper Competition Vighna Rivattyannur Hernawan as the team leader and Nurma Aisyah as a member of the delegation secured the 1st place title in the National Scientific Paper Competition. Their scientific paper was titled "Baita Adi: Actualizing Nusantara Culture Through the Transformation of Text into Batik as a Shield Against the Massiveness of Global Developments (A Cultural Study)." This scientific paper emphasized the Baita Adi batik as the material object, where the motifs of the batik are derived from the transformation of the Sestra Ageng Adidarma text. It explored the perspective, role, and challenges of Baita Adi Batik in the context of global development.
2. 2nd Place in the Cultural Documentary Competition Bima Muslih Wicaksono achieved the 2nd place title in the Cultural Documentary Competition. His cultural documentary video focused on the traditional art of batik tulis, a process in which motifs are hand-drawn onto fabric using wax. Through the hands of skilled artisans, this intricate and philosophically rich form of batik continues to thrive amidst the mass production of machine-made batik.
3. 2nd Place in the National Essay Competition Muhammad Siswoyo earned the 2nd place title in the National Essay Competition with his essay titled "Karsa IMBASADI: Creation and Cultural Innovation as Efforts to Preserve Cross-Generational Traditional Values in the Modernization Era." This essay discussed the role of Imbasadi alumni in introducing various innovations to preserve traditional values in the era of modernization.

The success of the Javanese Literature Program at UGM in achieving these accolades reflects the commitment of its students to appreciate and preserve Indonesia's rich cultural heritage and traditions. Furthermore, their participation in the Temu Budaya Nusantara Imbasadi 2022 event is expected to motivate more students to study, appreciate, and preserve Indonesia's diverse culture.

We extend our gratitude to all parties who contributed to the success of this event, including the organizing committee, participants, and other supporters. May IMBASADI continue to be a platform that provides valuable experiences, expands networks, and strengthens relationships among regional literature programs throughout Indonesia in the pursuit of exploring, developing, and preserving Indonesia's rich and diverse culture.

Indonesia is diverse, and IMBASADI unites us

Thursday (24/11/2022), the Javanese Literature Study Program held a seminar entitled "Rereading Colophonic Manuscripts, Archives, Archaeological Remains, and Oral Traditions of the Merapi-Merbabu Scriptorium Manuscripts" held in the Soegondo building room 709, Faculty of Cultural Science, Universitas Gadjah Mada. The event which took place from 13.00 to 15.00 WIB was attended by students of the UGM Javanese Literature Study Program and the audience, especially those who were interested in the scripts of the Merapi-Merbabu scriptorium.

This seminar presented Bima Slamet Raharja, S.S., M.A., a Javanese Literature lecturer at UGM, as the moderator. Complete with one of the Javanese Literature students, Marsha Allifia Nadhira, as the Master of Ceremony (MC).

The presenter at this event was Rendra Agusta, S.S., M.Sos., a researcher and observer of ancient texts with a focus on Old Javanese and New Javanese. He is also the founder of the Strada Institute, a community engaged in independent research related to issues of preservation, development, and use of text-based cultural objects, both manuscripts and inscriptions. In this seminar, Rendra Agusta, S.S., M.Sos., guided the participants to get acquainted with the Merapi-Merbabu scriptorium and explore the traces of tradition and local wisdom values ​​contained therein.

One of the interesting things he conveyed was about the term Merapi-Merbabu manuscripts themselves. "Terms change. Starting from the Merbabu manuscripts, the Merbabu-Merapi script, then in the catalog it was written Merapi-Merbabu," said Rendra Agusta, S.S., M.Sos. "The latter mention is in Abimardha's (Dr. Abimardha Kurniawan, M.A.) dissertation which calls it mountain texts because these texts are not only found in Merapi-Merbabu, but also in Lawu, Wilis, Telomoyo, Andong, Ungaran, and possibly more broadly." he continued.

After Rendra Agusta, S.S., M.Sos., finished his presentation, the moderator opened the question session. Seminar participants were very enthusiastic about participating in this event, as evidenced by the many questions asked to the speakers during the question session.

By holding this seminar, it is hoped that it will increase participants' understanding of the colophons of the Merapi-Merbabu scriptorium texts as conveyed by Arsanti Wulandari S.S, M.Hum., in the remarks of the head of the study program representative.

The Javanese Literature Study Program at Gadjah Mada University held a field lecture at the VIII World Puppet Day event which was held at G.P.H.Joyokusumo Hall, Surakarta Indonesian Art Institute on Saturday (5/11/2022). Participants in the field study were Javanese Literature Study Program Students class of 2022 accompanied by UGM Javanese Literature lecturer, Rudy Wiratama, S.I.P., M.A.

To celebrate the VIII World Puppet Day, the Surakarta Indonesian Art Institute (ISI Surakarta) is holding a three-day wayang performance from 4-6 November 2022. The theme for 2022 is "Mawayang Hayu: Puppet Moderation and Diversity". The event is a manifestation of love and pride for wayang art which has been recognized by UNESCO as one of the world's cultural heritage. Panji's story was brought up in this event because according to the Chief Executive of World Puppet Day 2022, Cahyo Kuntadi, S.Sn., M.Sn., at the Opening of the VIII World Puppet Day, the original story of Indonesia had been included by UNESCO as a world memory heritage. spread to the homeland and even penetrated Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia, and the Philippines.

In practice, the students gathered at the south entrance of the Faculty of Cultural Studies at 09.00 WIB and continued their journey by using a bus fleet to the Indonesian Art Institute, Surakarta. After arriving there, the participants watched several puppet shows, namely the puppet show "Kluruke Jago Jenggala" by Ananda Danendra Kidung Sindhutama. Next, the participants watched Gedhog Gagrag Pakualaman Wayang "Guntur Segara Takon Bapa" by Ki Wahyu Prasetyo Aji and Panji Wayang "Panji Gandrung" with East Javanese gagrag by Kelana Ilham Firmansyah.

The Panji Mask Wayang Show "Reraket" by the Arjasura Community was the last performance witnessed by the students before finally, the students returned to the Faculty of Cultural Sciences at around 20.30 WIB. This experience was very memorable for Javanese Literature students because they got an overview of cultural events, especially wayang performances.

By carrying out this field lecture, students are expected to be able to add knowledge, and experience, and become a means of developing scientific competence. In addition, this experience can have a positive impact on scientific development and students' love for Indonesian arts and culture.

Yogyakarta - September 2022 marked a significant month, especially for many Javanese Literature students. During this period, the "Short Course in Indonesian Language Through Javanese Cultural Exotism" was conducted. This event was a result of collaboration between the Javanese Literature Study Program at Gadjah Mada University and the Indonesian Language Department at Osaka University. The implementation of this course was not the first; a similar event took place in 2019.

The "Short Course in Indonesian Language" spanned nine days, from September 17th to 25th, 2022. It involved 27 students from Osaka University, accompanied by one lecturer and one assistant lecturer. Additionally, 27 Javanese Literature students played the role of mentors to the Osaka University students throughout the course. The course was designed as an immersive learning experience that incorporated cultural aspects, particularly those related to Java, and was conducted at historical sites in Yogyakarta and its surroundings.

The program commenced with an opening ceremony at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences on the first day. Subsequently, practical learning activities began with a batik-making session at Pura Pakualaman. This session introduced Osaka University students to the process of batik-making in a hands-on manner. The day continued with a visit to Malioboro, where the students were introduced to various aspects of this famous street, including horse-drawn carriages and "Andong" (traditional carts) that operate along Malioboro.

On the second day, the learning activities took place at Borobudur Temple and Prambanan Temple. All Osaka University students participating in the course were acquainted with the historical legacies of the Javanese kingdoms in the Yogyakarta region and the island of Java as a whole.

The third day featured a visit to the Imogiri Royal Tombs. Participants were introduced to the history and significance of the royals buried at Imogiri. The day concluded with a visit to Ngrawe Beach and Bukit Bintang, where students were given the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of the area.

On the fourth day, activities were held at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences. These included a cultural lecture by Arlo Griffiths from EFEO. Subsequently, students from Osaka University conducted interviews with Javanese Literature students, discussing the activities they had participated in and addressing questions prepared by the Osaka students for their final reports. There was also a session on "karawitan" (traditional Javanese music) held in Margono 405.

The fifth day's journey included a visit to the Yogyakarta Palace (Keraton Yogyakarta). Following this, Osaka students enjoyed lunch at Bale Raos. The day continued with a trip to Tamansari, where they marveled at the preserved remains of royal bathing facilities.

On the sixth day, the Osaka students collectively visited the Diorama of the Regional Library and Archives Office (DPAD) of Yogyakarta. Here, they learned about Indonesia's struggle for independence from colonial rule. They then proceeded to the State Islamic University of Sunan Kalijaga to make presentations and visited an Islamic boarding school to gain insights into religious life in Indonesia.

The seventh day's agenda involved touring the Gadjah Mada University (UGM) campus. Osaka students were introduced to the campus buildings and areas using UGM's electric vehicles. The activities also included interviews with tutors and group study sessions.

The final day marked the closing ceremony. Each Osaka student and their UGM counterparts delivered performances involving singing and dancing. In the evening, the Osaka students visited the Prambanan Temple and witnessed the Ramayana Ballet Prambanan performance.

In conclusion, this series of events and activities constituted the "Short Course in Indonesian Language Through Javanese Cultural Exotism" at Universitas Gadjah Mada and its surroundings. It is hoped that through this program, the Javanese Literature Study Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada and the Indonesian Language Study Program at Osaka University will strengthen their relationship and collaborate again in the future.

Yogyakarta - Graduation is one of the final celebrations for students who have completed their undergraduate education after enduring the highs and lows of their final assignments or theses. In this joyous moment, the Gamelan Mahasiswa Sastra Jawa (GAMASUTRA) joined in to enhance the proceedings, providing musical accompaniment from beginning to end. The graduation ceremony for the Undergraduate Program of FIB UGM, Period VI, took place on Thursday, August 25th, at the Poerbatjaraka Auditorium.

GAMASUTRA had the opportunity to perform traditional Javanese compositions, including "gendhing gati" and several playful compositions such as "gendhing kupu kuwi" and "menthok-menthok." The event proceeded smoothly and solemnly.

The following students participated in GAMASUTRA's performance: Aufa (Kendang, Class of 2022), Diky Pringgo (Demung, Class of 2020), Laksita Amero (Saron, Class of 2021), Faradila (Saron, Class of 2021), Maria Ratnasari (Peking, Class of 2020), Ghalih Shindu Kirana (Slenthem, Class of 2020), Kintan (Bonang Barung, Class of 2022), Alifah (Bonang Penerus, Class of 2021), Bima Wicaksono (Kenong & Kethuk, Class of 2022), Pamungkas (Kempul & Snare, Class of 2020), Fauzan (Gender, Class of 2022), Ayumna Mutmainah (Gong, Class of 2020), Vighna Hernawan (Gerong Putri, Class of 2020), Anggra Dini (Gerong Putri, Class of 2020), Kamilia (Gerong Putri, Class of 2018), and Fadli Mohamad (Gerong Putra, Class of 2018).

Yogyakarta (18/09/2022), the Javanese Literature Study Program held a public lecture regarding the arrival of Islam to the island of Java. The public lecture entitled "The Arrival of Islam in Java in the 16th Century" was given directly by a lecturer and researcher from Osaka University, namely Ms. Yumi Sugahara. Based on the presentation made by Ms. Yumi, she said that she had conducted two symposiums related to the topic under study. The texts she uses for his research materials are historical materials dating back to the Dutch colonial period in the 16th century.

At the public lecture, Mrs. Yumi explained that in the 14th century, there were many Islamic tombs around Hindu temples, but unfortunately not much supporting information such as manuscripts was found, as a result, it was very difficult to find historical stories from that century. Unlike the 16th century, there are many manuscripts have been found that contain more about Islam, but not many have researched this. Mrs. Yumi also explained that many of the researchers used research objects from the 19th century because they were considered to have various variations and discussions about "Java."

What was reviewed in Mrs. Yumi's public lecture was about Sufism. She explained that Sufism can be divided into three, namely mysticism, ethics, and popular worship. Based on what Yumi has researched, there is an opinion from G. W. J. Drewes who states that the character that is mostly told in the script is Sunan Bonang, the main character of the nine known saints. One of the suluk manuscripts that is assumed to have been written by Sunan Bonang himself is a manuscript stored in the Leiden Library with the Cod code. Or. 1928 in Javanese language and script. The manuscript is assumed to have been written by Sunan Bonang in the 16th century which contains a discussion between Sunan Bonang and his teacher, Syeh Bari, about theology and Sufism.

In addition to the material presentation by Ms. Yumi, the public lecture also held a question and answer session to facilitate and channel things that the public lecture participants wanted to know more about. Through the public lecture entitled "The Arrival of Islam in Java in the 16th Century", the organizer of the activity, which in this case was the Javanese Literature Study Program, hopes that this activity can add to the knowledge of the participants, especially Javanese Literature students.