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Exploring Cultural Heritage: IGOV Staff and Visayas University Exchange Students

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On the 14th of November 2023, three distinguished members of the IGOV staff—Nurul Izzah Aulia, Fauziah Nauri Qisty, and Annisa Nur Amalia—accompanied by two exchange students from Visayas University in the Philippines, engaged in a culturally immersive experience. Commencing from Unires Residence at 07:30 AM, the group reached the historic Prambanan Temple by 09:00 AM.

Upon procuring tickets, the participants embarked on a shuttle bus journey to Ratu Boko Temple. Here, they captured moments through photography and delved into the architectural intricacies of the site. Returning to Prambanan Temple at 10:30 AM, the IGOV staff provided insightful narratives about the historical significance of the temple, guiding the exchange students through an exploration of its rich heritage.

Following a comprehensive exploration of the Prambanan area lasting an hour and a half, the group proceeded to the lava tour location at 12:00 PM. A communal lunch, featuring Mie Ayam and Bakso, preceded the continuation of the lava tour. Prepared and equipped, the participants visit various locations surrounding the Merapi lava tour, including a museum exhibiting the impact of volcanic activity on housing, an exhibition of stones from Merapi lava, and the Merapi bunker designed to safeguard citizens from volcanic effects.

Post-lava tour, the itinerary included a thrilling jeep rafting experience on the uphill river at Kalikuning. The day concludes with a visit to KOPMER (Kopi Merapi), providing a relaxed atmosphere for socializing and savoring local cuisine served by the café.

The return journey to the campus commenced at 5:30 PM, concluding at 6:00 PM. This cultural exchange excursion served as a remarkable opportunity for mutual learning and understanding, fostering connections between the IGOV staff and Visayas University students. The day’s activities not only showcased the historical and geographical richness of the region but also contributed to the broader goal of cross-cultural engagement and appreciation.

 

 

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IGOV Exchange Students Participate in Futsal Fun at the Tuanku Fauziah Museum & Gallery

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Penang, 24 October 2023. Tuanku Fauziah Museum & Gallery witnessed the joy of the Fun Futsal event which was attended by PPI USM, IISMA USM students and exchange students. This event was successfully carried out thanks to the cooperation and invitation of the Indonesian Student Association (PPI USM) who invited exchange students and IISMA students to join in the futsal match.

Even though the weather initially experienced heavy rain, the excitement of the participants continued to radiate throughout the event. The uniqueness of Fun Futsal lies in the fact that not all participants have the ability or skills to play futsal. However, the high spirit of sportsmanship allows all participants to participate without having to worry about their technical abilities. This is what makes the event called Fun Futsal, where togetherness and enthusiasm for sport take precedence over technical skills.

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IGOV Students Depart to Maejo University, Thailand for Student Exchange

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Chiang Mai, 16 October 2023 On October 16, 2023, a number of students from the IGOV Indonesia Student Exchange program departed for Maejo University in Thailand to take part in the exchange program. Their departure was marked by a journey full of experiences, which started at Changi Airport in Singapore.

Students taking part in the student exchange program at Maejo University are divided into two classes, namely the Class of 2021 and the Class of 2020. The Class of 2021 consists of two students, namely Vanesian Noor Sarmila Putri and Galuh Pratama Jati. Meanwhile, the Class of 2020 was represented by Muhammad Riau Pamungkas and Awaliya Nisa Maharani.

These students experienced a unique experience when they transited at Changi Airport in Singapore for 23 hours. In this gap, they plan to visit the Merlion Statue, one of Singapore’s famous icons. However, unfortunately, this plan had to be canceled because the Merlion statue was currently under repair.

After a short experience in Singapore, the students returned to Changi Airport to check in and wait for their next flight to Chiang Mai. Their plane is scheduled to depart at 12:00 local time and arrive at Chiang Mai Airport at 03:00 Thai time. Their arrival was greeted by a lecturer who would be their guide during the exchange program at Maejo University

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Students Exchange IGOV Students in Various Countries

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After conducting a student exchange, several IGOV students shared various very memorable experiences. Reviewing the motivation that prompted them to go to Students exchange, Salsa, an IGOV student class of 2021, revealed that he wanted to prove how difficult and strict the educational curriculum system there was. Apart from that, he said his interest in Korea made him very motivated to do Students Exchange at Dong-A University.

Carrying out student exchange programs in various countries provides IGOV students with broad exposure to develop their potential and develop healthy competition in the academic environment. Riza said that the very supportive academic environment at Khon Kaen University made her very inspired to be able to continue her master’s degree in Thailand. “Even the lecturer there said, ‘Don’t delete my number, later I will give you recommendations for further campuses,” said Rizza, repeating the words of the lecturer there. According to him, the lecture atmosphere was very relaxed and friendly, making him happy with yesterday’s student exchange. He also added that the lecturers were very friendly, which was a plus for students who wanted to study there.

Students exchange activities have become a mandatory requirement for every international class student. Student exchange offers an international experience so some preparations must be prepared well in advance, because there are many documents that must be completed and updated. Apart from that, English language skills must also be improved as proof that students are ready to undertake this program. Kevin said that he had made a lot of preparations before registering exchange students long ago, including selecting the destination campus for exchange students to University Sains Malaysia (USM). The choice of USM Malaysia was due to the university’s ranking in the top 10 best campuses in Southeast Asia. Kevin said “It’s a privilege to be able to do a student exchange at USM, because the students don’t only come from Asia, there are also many from Europe.” Apart from that, exchange students really develop their international exposure so that in the future IGOV students can exist and be useful in all aspects of international life.

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IGOV STUDENT EXCHANGE PREPARATION TO MAEJO UNIVERSITY

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In the context of the IGOV Student Exchange to Maejo University, there are four students who have registered as student exchange participants to Maejo University, namely Muhammad Riau Pamungkas, Awaliya Nisa Maharani, Vanesian Noor Sarmila Putri, and Galuh Pratama Jati. With this, they all felt happy and couldn’t wait to carry out Student Exchange activities because this activity was eagerly awaited by them.

Before leaving for Thailand, students have prepared several things, namely strengthening their intentions, mentality and commitment to carrying out activities while there, ensuring the facilities in the dormitory such as kitchen and laundry, and finding out about the culture and environment around Maejo University. Apart from that, participants also have an idea of what they will do while there apart from studying. Such as creating content about daily activities, learning Thai culture and introducing Indonesian culture to Maejo University friends.

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MOU with Bukidnon State University dan Central Mindanao University (CMU)

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Thursday, 14 September 2023 IGOV UMY, got a golden opportunity to establish a strategic partnership between Central Mindanao University (CMU) and Muhammadiyah University Yogyakarta (UMY). UMY lecturers were received with great honor by Prof. Rolito G. Eballe, Ph.D., as President of CMU, who was also accompanied by four Vice Presidents.

Friday, 15 September 2023, The Lecture of IGOV, Prof. Dr. Eko Priyo Purnomo, got the opportunity to give “Lecture Series” in front of 200 students of Department of Social Science. The material that he delivered was the result of in-depth research on “Tourism and Politics”. In the afternoon, he participated in a meeting with the leadership of Bukidnon State University, discussing the potential for cooperation between the College of Public Administration & Governance and the College of Nursing with UMY.

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Visayas University Exchange Students Arrive in Yogyakarta, Indonesia

by ExchangeInternational ExposureKegiatanStudent

Yogyakarta, September 10, 2023 – The picturesque Yogyakarta International Airport (YIA) recently witnessed a warm reception as staff members from the Internasional Program of Government Affairs and Administration (IGOV) at Universitas Muhammdiyah Yogyakarta played gracious hosts university to a group of inbound exchange students from Visayas University on September 10, 2023.

The IGOV team, led by Fauziah Nauri Qisty, S.H., and Fransiska Regita Setianingrum, went from the Postgraduate building promptly at 08:00. The students from Visayas Arrived at YIA at 09:35, and continued with a delightful lunch at the famed Pak Min’s Chicken Soup, where they indulged in local cuisine, introducing the students to the flavors of Indonesia.

One challenge encountered during the visit was the exchange of currency. Due to the recent release of a new version of the Philippine currency, the staff faced difficulties exchanging money at the airport. However, they looked for nearby money changers around the airport, ensuring that the students had access to local currency for their stay.
With the currency resolved, the IGOV team, along with the exchange students, headed towards their next destination, Unires Putri, where they arrived at 02:00.

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Interview for Student Exchange to Maejo University

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As the departure date approaches, anticipation is rising for three enthusiastic IGOV (International Government Studies) students who prepare for a transformative student exchange experience at Maejo University, Thailand. As an important step to ensure a successful trip, the three of them underwent a thorough interview on Monday, 21 August 2023. Vanes (IGOV Class 2021), Anissa (IGOV Class 2020), and Rio (IGOV Class 2020) were the selected representatives to explain plans and aspirations them during their upcoming educational adventure.

Interviews were conducted by IGOV staff members Rofi, Fauziah, and Izzah, aimed to explore students’ motivations and goals for participating in their exchange program. Communication is conducted exclusively in English to simulate the linguistic environment they will soon find themselves in. In-depth questions ranged from personal introductions to how they intend to take advantage of IGOV’s subsidized facilities while abroad. Apart from that, the students were also asked about their strategies to maintain the prestigious reputation of IGOV and Universitas Muhammadiyah Yogyakarta (UMY).

An important aspect of this interview was the consideration of potential challenges arising from cultural differences and language barriers. Rofi, one of the interviewers, took a proactive approach by asking about students’ coping mechanisms for stress, especially when faced with potential culture shock related to language nuances. As IGOV students eagerly count the days of their departure, interviews and preparations are proof of their commitment and dedication from IGOV and UMY in fostering individuals who are globally aware and culturally sensitive. The world looks forward to the positive impact these students will have during their time at Maejo University and beyond.

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IGOV Extended the Summer School Registration Deadline and Held it Online

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Starting Tuesday, July 4, 2023, igov changed the scheme for organizing the International Government and Politics Summer School (IGoPSS) to an online strategy. This extension was implemented to expand opportunities for anyone wanting to participate in online summer school activities from various countries. This activity will be held from July 27 to August 2, 2023. The closing of this event will be on July 15, 2023. It is also free for payment, but the free merchandise will be sent to every participant. Due to this summer school being held online, each participant gets only three transferable credits to the home campus. IGoPSS has three primary programs. Each has one credit that can be transferred to your college credit. The names of the programs are Governance and Development Issues, Public Policy and Governance, and Politics in Governance Issues. m, each class gets one credit. From the first day to the fifth day, the activity is filled with material from parties who are very competent and compatible in their fields. On the sixth day, there will be a focus group discussion, and on the last day, an awareness night will be held for all activity participants. In this activity, participants will receive a certificate of participation to acknowledge their involvement in this program and establish meaningful connections. For registration, please visit the following website https://igov.umy.ac.id/.  
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Calling for the Applicants for Students Exchange Program to IGOV

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Are ready to grab your new experience with IGOV?!!

International Program of Government Science (IGOV) invites all young leaders worldwide to become part of our extraordinary program, Students Exchange in Universitas Muhammdiyah Yogyakarta (UMY). As the first international program for Governmental Studies in Indonesia, IGOV examines politics, government, and public administration through the lens of politics. Our program highly supports crafting a better future by nurturing potential young leaders.

The program will be held in four months. The Letter of Acceptance will be sent two weeks after receiving VISA Recommendation. For Research Exchange Program, the applicant will be invited to conduct an interview session after the registration process to match the research interest. The Student Number and accommodation will be shown for foreign students after completing the administration process.

Submit the requirement here: https://iro.umy.ac.id/fulltime-enrollment/application-form-foreign-student-exchange-program/ and email to: igov@umy.ac.id or the number (+62)813-2674-0022 for further information about this program.