Also present at the event was the Dean of FIB UNS, Prof. Warto, who at the same time delivered a warm welcome to the event. In his remark, Prof. Warto said that the theme of the conference was in line with the vision of FIB UNS. “Hopefully, this topic can be discussed comprehensively with further elaboration through philological studies. Historically, the Southeast Asia region has many heroes, both by design, and real heroes, who can be used as references in facing present and future challenges. Hopefully, the good values raised by our national heroes can be explored and actualized in everyday life,” he explained.

Prof. Bani Sudardi, as the Chairman of the Malay Philology Research Group, Indonesian Language and Literature Study Program UNS, also hopes that this activity can explore new insights about Pahlawan Nusantara (Nusantara Heroes). Meanwhile, Prof. Dr. Istadiyanta, the Committee Chairman, said that this activity also invited students, academics, and researchers to submit papers. “There are six subthemes, namely national hero, the study of national manuscripts, literary studies, social and language studies, philosophy, and historical studies. Hopefully, through the materials delivered by the invited speakers, it can benefit all of us,” he said.

This event is divided into three sessions consisting of three speakers per session. In the first session, Prof. Dr. Sahid Teguh Widodo delivered a material entitled ‘Djawa Soegih: Exploring the Cultural Background of the Nusantara Heroes”; Prof. Dr. Novi Anoegrajekti presented the material ‘Menakjingga and the History of Rebellion in Local Perspective’; and Assc. Prof. Hisham Dzakiria delivered a material entitled ‘Inculcating Cultural Competence to Safeguard Intangible Nusantara Cultural Heritage.’

In the next session, Dr. Ma Tin Cho Mar presented material entitled ‘The Prehistoric Nusantara Concept in the Asian Boundary’; Dr. Trisna Kumala Satya Dewi delivered a topic on Galuh Candra Kirana in ‘Hikayat Galuh Digantung,’ and Asep Yudha Wirajaya, M.A., commented on Syair Nasihat (Rune of Advice) as a cultural and historical document in the colonialism era. The last session was concluded with material by Prof. Dr. Bani Sudardi, Prof. Dr. Istadiyantha, and Dr. Annabel Teh Gallop. Humas UNS

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The competition took “Millennial Agricultural Culture” as the theme, which focuses on the agriculture and agricultural technology used in the present time. Although the theme is not in line with his study, Ricard said that he is enthusiastic about participating in the competition. He even stated that the theme encouraged him to continue working.

“This competition is very different from Ricard’s educational background. Thus, it makes Ricard encouraged to learn and understand the agricultural condition in Indonesia. What are the issues and what solution could be offered using Ricard’s knowledge,” Ricard explained in an interview with uns.ac.id team.

By participating in the competition, Ricard expands his knowledge to the new fields and deeper comprehension about the world condition. Despite facing challenges with the theme, Ricard stated that he wanted to develop his abilities in writing, both scientific and popular writing.

The hard work paid off when Ricard was announced as the 3^rd winner by the judges, excelling other participants from 30 universities in Indonesia, such as Universitas Sebelas Maret, Universitas Diponegoro, Universitas Syiah Kuala Aceh, and Polbangtan Manokwari. Not to mention that the theme is completely new for Ricard.

“Honestly, Ricard is delighted and did expect (to win). The different field of study makes Ricard pessimistic in the beginning. Moreover, other participants have a background in the field. Ricard is very grateful for this achievement,” Ricard concluded.

The competition that Ricard participated in has three stages. Registration started on 26 June to 11 July 2021, assessment on 12–14 July 2021, and online announcement of the winners. Humas UNS

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