The visit was attended by Karlina Denistia and Paramita Widya Hapsari, along with David Wijaya, Ph.D., and Associate Professor Dwi Noverini Djenar, Ph.D., linguists from the University of Sydney. The event also attracted 20 participants, including linguistics and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) students from both the University of Sydney and the University of New South Wales.

The outbound visit focused on a Focus Group Discussion (FGD) and the dissemination of research findings, involving academics and researchers from the D3 English Program at UNS and the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences at the University of Sydney. The FGD was held on November 5, 2024, at the Brennan MacCallum Building, Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences, University of Sydney.

“The purpose of the FGD was to discuss the progress of the collaborative research conducted so far and to draft a proposal for the second year of the joint research. The discussion aimed to develop more innovative and effective strategies to support the continuity of research in the fields of linguistics and English language education,” stated Karlina.

The dissemination session took place on November 6, 2024, with the theme “Using Corpora in Linguistics and English as a Second Language Research,” held at Room A02.01.105, Social Sciences Building, SSB Seminar Room 10, University of Sydney. The session introduced the application of corpora in linguistic research and English language teaching, with a focus on practical implementation to enhance research methods and teaching practices at both institutions. The case studies presented during this session were derived from data collected in the first year of international collaborative research.

According to sv.uns.ac.id, the outbound visit aimed to strengthen global academic partnerships in the fields of linguistics and English language teaching as a second language. The D3 English Program at UNS hopes that this initiative will enhance sustainable research networks and contribute to the development of linguistics and English education at the international level.

This effort to build stronger global partnerships aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Number 17: Partnership for the Goals. HUMAS UNS

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Dr. Maria Ulfa, S.Si., M.Si. also mentioned that this event is held every two years, regularly inviting renowned international speakers to broaden perspectives through scientific discussions and expand collaboration among researchers. The conference, held at the end of August 2024, began with opening remarks from the Chair of the IC3E Committee, the Head of the Chemistry Education Program, the Dean of FKIP UNS, and the Vice-Rector for Academic and Research Affairs. One of the highlights of the conference was the presence of key speakers, including Prof. Shin-ichiro Noro from Hokkaido University (Japan), Prof. Agnieszka M Ruppert from Lodz University of Technology (Poland), Prof. Maija Aksela from the University of Helsinki (Finland), Prof. Dr. David-Samuel Di Fuccia from the University of Kassel (Germany), Dr. Paed. Nurma Yunita Indriyanti, M.Si., M.Sc. from Universitas Sebelas Maret (Indonesia), and Lina Mahardiani, S.T., M.M., M.Sc., Ph.D. from Universitas Sebelas Maret (Indonesia).

Prof. Shin-ichiro Noro from Hokkaido University, Japan, delivered a presentation on porous metal complexes, a type of porous material with unique characteristics and high structural flexibility. These properties make it an intriguing material, offering previously unseen capabilities and high performance. In addition, Dr. Paed. Nurma Yunita Indriyanti, M.Si., M.Sc. from UNS gave a presentation on students’ understanding of green chemistry. She emphasized the crucial role that green chemistry and educational issues play in sustainable development, highlighting the specific challenges posed by its social aspects.

Prof. Agnieszka M. Ruppert from Lodz University of Technology, Poland, discussed the benefits of biomass waste, which contains numerous platform molecules that can be used sustainably across various industrial sectors. Additionally, Prof. Maija Aksela from the University of Helsinki, Finland, presented her research on the opportunities and challenges of implementing education for sustainable development (ESD) through collaboration between teachers, researchers, and the community, along with practical examples of its application.

In addition to presentations from the keynote speakers, the conference also provided presentation sessions for participants to showcase their research findings, allowing attendees to interact directly with others in the same subfield. On the first day, three teams presented their research in the field of inorganic chemistry.

On the second day, the conference began with a keynote presentation by Lina Mahardiani, S.T., M.M., M.Sc., Ph.D. from UNS, who discussed the comparison between adsorption and photocatalytic methods for the degradation of wastewater containing crystal violet (CV), methylene blue (MB), and CV-MB mixtures using nanofibers modified from sugarcane waste. This was followed by participant presentation sessions, where attendees were divided into five rooms, each focusing on a different subfield.

Each room, focusing on a different subfield, featured invited speakers who delivered presentations aligned with their areas of expertise. The subfields included Organic Chemistry & Biochemistry; Environment, Pharmacy, and Public Health; Analytical Chemistry & Physics and Material Chemistry; Inorganic Chemistry, Chemistry Education & STEM Education; and Science Education. Notable invited speakers included Prof. Tatsufumi Okino (Hokkaido University, Japan), Prof. Dr. Edy Cahyono, M.Si. (Universitas Negeri Semarang, Indonesia), Prof. Dr. Sumari, M.Si. (Universitas Negeri Malang, Indonesia), Dr. Nanik Dwi Nurhayati, M.Si. (UNS, Indonesia), and Dr. Ari Syahidul, M.Pd. (UNS, Indonesia). After the participant presentations, the conference continued with a keynote speech by Prof. Dr. David-Samuel Di Fuccia from the University of Kassel, Germany, who discussed his research on the opportunities and challenges of using virtual reality (VR) in chemistry education.

According to Dr. Maria Ulfa, S.Si., M.Si., the conference aims to foster stronger collaborations between academics, researchers, and practitioners in chemistry and chemistry education from various countries. “Through this forum, participants can share knowledge, experiences, and the latest research findings, enriching insights in chemistry and chemistry education. Additionally, this conference opens new opportunities for international research collaborations that could lead to significant innovations in chemistry and chemistry education,” Dr. Maria Ulfa stated.

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Present at the opening of the Javanese Culture Short Course for students from Xihua University was the Acting Vice-Rector for Academic and Student Affairs of UNS, Prof. Dr. Ir. Ahmad Yunus, M.S., who expressed his hopes for the success of the program.

“Through this program, students from Xihua University will learn about Javanese culture directly from the lecturers at FIB UNS. I hope our friends from Xihua University can directly experience Javanese cultural life, especially around UNS. I also hope this program will be beneficial for both parties,” Prof. Yunus said in his opening remarks.

This Javanese Culture Short Course is attended by seven students from Xihua University over the next 12 days. The Dean of FIB UNS, Prof. Dr. Warto, M.Hum., stated that although the introduction to Javanese culture is brief, it is very meaningful for both parties in strengthening future cooperation. Through this cultural gateway, Prof. Warto hopes that students from Xihua University will gain a deeper understanding of Indonesia, particularly Javanese culture, and that UNS students will learn about Chinese culture, especially Bashu culture.

For the next two weeks, the UNS Mandarin Language Center will serve as a bridge for exchange and cooperation between the two universities and will strive to provide adequate attention to the students.

Meanwhile, the Director of the Confucius Institute UNS from China side, Dr. Fan Jie, M.Li., hopes that through this two-week student exchange, students will not only learn and experience different cultures but also exhibit a proactive, humble, and friendly spirit. “I hope you not only discover new things but also make many new friends,” Dr. Fan Jie, M.Li. said.

The students from Xihua University are accompanied by the Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Literature and Journalism at Xihua University, Fan Jia. He advised all participants in the short course to fully understand Javanese culture under the guidance of the FIB lecturers and to maintain team cooperation.

One of the short course participants expressed that his interest in Javanese culture motivated him to join the program. “I love learning about the arts. Besides that, I play the Guzheng (Chinese zither), which seems similar to traditional Javanese musical instruments,” Fan Lichen said when asked by the Head of the Javanese Culture Short Course Program, Dr. M. Bagus Sekar Alam, S.S., M.Si.

Subsequently, the short course participants from Xihua University, accompanied by several FIB lecturers and students from the S-1 Mandarin Language and Chinese Culture (BMTK), took a campus tour to familiarize themselves with the UNS environment.

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During the event, UPT SPMB provided a general overview and information about the D4 Manufacturing Engineering Technology Study Program and the D4 Mandarin Language for Business and Professional Communication Study Program. This event also served as a step in introducing the two new programs in line with the timeline for new student admissions in 2024.

The session was moderated by Azriela Kesia Agusta Putri, a Business Management student from the SV 2022 program, and featured presentations by the Head of the D4 Manufacturing Engineering Technology Study Program, Dr. Hammar Ilham Akbar, S.Pd., M.T., and the Head of the D4 Mandarin Language for Business and Professional Communication Study Program, Kristina Indah S.R, B.Ed., M.TCSOL.

D4 Manufacturing Engineering Technology Study Program

The Head of the D4 Manufacturing Engineering Technology Program, Dr. Hammar Ilham Akbar, S.Pd., M.T., explained that the introduction of this new program aims to upgrade the curriculum to keep pace with the times and market needs. Through this program, students will be equipped with comprehensive competencies in manufacturing technology. Dr. Hammar also explained that the D4 Manufacturing Engineering Technology Study Program has been accredited by the Technical Education Accreditation Board (LAM Teknik).

“The D4 Manufacturing Engineering Technology Study Program covers fundamentals similar to those in mechanical engineering programs in the first and second semesters, but we emphasize that students understand the manufacturing process. For example, creating innovations that can add value to a product,” Dr. Hammar said.

He added that UNS is one of the universities equipped with industry-standard 3D scanning equipment. “We also have industry-standard CNC milling machines, so graduating students need not worry because the equipment in our laboratories is comparable to those in the industry,” he added.

Dr. Hammar further explained that the D4 Manufacturing Engineering Technology Study Program teaches the basics of machinery, including how to design, calculate, operate, and control the quality of manufacturing processes. Thus, students become proficient in the entire manufacturing process, from start to finish. Students also receive national and international certifications that can be beneficial in the future.

“We have collaborated with national and international industrial companies. Hence, there are ample opportunities for careers both domestically and internationally because many of our alumni have been accepted there. The program also plans for three semesters of internships so that students have portfolios and experience upon graduation,” Dr. Hammar added.

D4 Mandarin Language for Business and Professional Communication

The D4 Mandarin Language for Business and Professional Communication Study Program is an upgrade from the D3 Mandarin Language Program. This enhancement aims to increase the value and competency of its graduates, focusing on business and industry.

Kristina Indah S.R, B.Ed., M.TCSOL, the Head of the D4 Mandarin Language for Business and Professional Communication Program, explained that the program focuses 70% on direct practice through industrial lectures or internships, making it significantly different from the Literature Study Program.

“Students will be equipped with Mandarin for daily communication, which will then be developed for business and industrial communication. Industrial internships are also provided to develop language skills and terminology directly in the industrial world. Students also acquire translation skills according to standards, as well as administrative skills in both Indonesian and Mandarin. Therefore, graduates of this program can fill various positions in companies,” Kristina explained.

She added that the D4 Mandarin Language for Business and Professional Communication Study Program has collaborated with many Chinese and Taiwanese foreign investment companies, providing significant opportunities for graduates to pursue careers in those companies.

She also mentioned that the program has been accredited by the National Accreditation Board for Higher Education (BAN-PT). Humas UNS

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