The Best Graduate Is Coming From English Department

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Nurulina Hakim, S.Pd.

September 17, 2021, Nurulina Hakim, one of English Education Department students has attained an honorable achievement. She was awarded as the best graduate in Universitas Lampung, bringing up the name of her own department. Nurulina completed her study in 3 years and 8 months with the GPA of 3.69. She was not only acing her grade, but also active in several organizations and English contests.

She had conveyed her thoughts on being the best graduate in our interview on Saturday, September 18, 2021, which uttered as follow:

“I feel honored, obviously. I could not believe it since I was insecure about my GPA. So, it is still beyond my consciousness, but still, I think I deserve this position.”

She also stated that being part of an organization has helped her in developing herself and triggering herself to strive for the best.

“I could say, my organization (English Society Unila) affects most of my achievements. I actively participated in many events, as the participant, committee, head, or other staff. It gives me chance to be an active student, to introduce Unila through events that we made or achievements that we gained. I think becoming a student that is proud of my university or that is willing to be known by other people from other universities, become my trigger to be participated in any kind of events (particularly English competitions) that make my university’s name vibrant. In addition, I also learned how to balance my time to be active in the class and improving my skill in the organization.

I was disappointed of my first GPA (3.28) and thought it might be my end of the university life. But, when I started to think that my journey is not finished yet, I furiously crawled to the top conclusion that I would be famous with my achievements, no matter how hard that would take. I finally joined 2 organizations, I actively delivered my aspiration, that I want to be anything to fix my image. The table’s turned. I suddenly became an active student surrounded by ambitious people. Here, I realized, the achievement that I expected was a big score of GPA, but what I got was lots of participation in any kinds of events and met new people that do not have the same background but have the same dream to achieve as many good things as possible. And you might guess “You didn’t improve your GPA, did you?” I did. You should know that a good circle drives you to be good. Even though my GPA was less than most of my classmates (3.69) and one of the lowest GPA of the best graduates in the 6th period, my achievements and participations became my path to become the winner.

Thus, I understand why the university gives more respect to the students who have a lower GPA (still >3.5) but have many achievements, because most of the people just own the score without making any experiences to contribute for the university. So everyone, be active, not for yourself only, but for your university, or better the society.”

Reflecting upon her words, hopefully the youth, especially English Departments students are triggered and empowered to strive toward excellence.

Author: Sarah Salma Diyani

English Department’s Prodigy is on Top Three

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The Rector of UNILA, Prof. Dr. Karomani, M.Si inaugurated Dian Pawitri Ayu as the 3rd best graduate at the university level

 

Dian Pawitri Ayu from English Department University of Lampung was carving out history by becoming the 3rd best graduate at the university level, after unanimously crowned as the best in the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education (FKIP), overstepping the other contenders from varied departments. Dian completed her study in 3 years and 7 months with the GPA of 3.89, and EPT score of 553, granting her the Cum Laude title of Bachelor of Education.

When she was active as a student, Dian was involved in several organizations and clubs, making her actively participated in both academic, and also non-academic affairs.

“Studying in Unila was one of the most influential experience in my life. With such dynamic education system and also varied programs, I have developed some essential potentials within me. This title is an honor yet a huge responsibility to carry with. What I have learned in this great institution should be applied for the sake of community, and the science itself.” 

The testimonial speech has been clearly stated. With such great achievement, comes great challenges ahead.

Dr. Budi Kadaryanto, M.A. has officially completed his Doctoral Degree

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The English Department Study Program of Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, University of Lampung would like to express heartfelt congratulations and wishes to Dr. Budi Kadaryanto, S.Pd., M.A., for his outstanding achievement on obtaining a Doctor of Linguistic Education degree from the Faculty of Language, Arts, and Culture, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta. 

 

A Good Start for SEEDS 2023

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On Saturday (4/3), SEEDS University of Lampung has held the inauguration ceremony for the new management and workshop for the 2023 period in Hall B of the Teaching and Education Faculty. The inauguration ceremony was held in the presence of the Secretary of the Department of Language and Arts Education, Dr. Riyan Hidayatullah, M.Pd., and the Head of the English Education Study Program, Dr. Feni Munifatullah, M.Hum., as well as the supervisor of SEEDS, Mr. Fajar Riyantika S.Pd., M.A.

There are 152 students appointed as new members of the Society of English Education Department Students (SEEDS) 2023 that was attended in the FKIP hall, consisting of 26 members of 2021 students and 126 members of 2022 students. 

(The new members of SEEDS for the 2023 period.)

In his remarks, the President of SEEDS for the 2023 period, Algerian Abednego H., expressed his gratitude for the continuity of the inauguration ceremony “Congratulations on carrying out your duties and good work. I hope that under this management, SEEDS can actively participate on campus as well as through work programs that have been planned,” said Algerian.

(Algerian Abednego H. as president of SEEDS 2023, gave his remarks at the inauguration activity.)

“Organization is one of the most crucial things for college students.” according to Mr. Fajar Riyantika, S.Pd., M.A., adviser of SEEDS, because it can enhance students’ skills , experiences, and connections at various aspects. Additionally, he expects that SEEDS will progress even further during this time than it did in earlier years, both in terms of accomplishments and achievements of the present and future English Department students.

 

(Mr. Fajar Riyantika, S.Pd., M.A, as advisor of SEEDS FKIP UNILA gave his remarks for the new member of SEEDS at the inauguration activity.)

Dr. Feni Munifatullah, M.Hum., as the Head of the English Education Study Program, also provided her support for the new administrators. She hopes that SEEDS can grow and become a more competitive company during the 2023 management period.

(Dr. Feni Munifatullah, M.Hum., as the Head of the English Education Study Program gave her remarks at the inauguration activity.)

In addition, the Secretary of the Department, Dr. Riyan Hidayatullah, M.Pd., also delivered his remarks. He showed his pride for the English Education students who will start managing SEEDS in this period. “I’m sure that through this student organization, every members especially the younger one will get a lot of benefits, and always remember to prioritize usability and solidarity,” he said at the end of his feedbacks.

(Dr. Riyan Hidayatullah, M.Pd., as the Secretary of the Department gave his remarks and hopes for the new members of SEEDS at the inauguration activity.)

The event continued with the inauguration process, started with the vow of duties for the new boards led by Dr. Riyan Hidayatullah, M.Pd. Then, it is followed by signing the promise of accepting assignments, as well as submitting a decision letter. At the end of the event, the SEEDS 2023 inauguration ceremony and workshop went smoothly. Hopefully, the new management for the 2023 period can work together and help each other, in order to improve the quality of SEEDS.

 

Author: I Ketut Yogi Ardika

Editor: Dita Indah Ardeyanti

Prof. Lusmeilia Afriani, The New Rector of University of Lampung for 2023-2027 Period

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Prof. Dr. Ir. Lusmeilia Afriani, D.E.A., I.P.M., was officially inaugurated as Rector of University of Lampung (Unila) for the period 2023 – 2027 at the Inauguration of Ministry of Research and Technology Officials at the Ministry of Education and Culture Building on the third floor, Jakarta, Wednesday (18/1/2023).

The inauguration was carried out by the Secretary General of the Ministry of Research and Technology, Ir. Suharti, M.A., Ph.D., and broadcasted live through the Ministry’s Youtube channel.

After being inaugurated, Prof. Lusmeilia signed the minutes of handover of the position of Rector of Unila. The signing was carried out by Dr. Mohammad Sofwan Effendi, M.Ed. who was previously appointed as acting Rector of Unila since August 2022, to Prof. Lusmeilia.

Prof. Lusmeilia Afriani is the first woman to serve as Rector of University of Lampung. The Civil Engineering lecturer received 44 votes in last year’s rector election. In the inauguration ceremony, the Rector received a special message from Prof. Suharti to be brave and firm in fighting corruption.

Ir. Suharti giving her speech at the Inauguration of Ministry of Research and Technology Officials.

Ir. Suharti in her speech said that the Ministry of Education and Culture supports the President’s vision and mission to realize an advanced, sovereign, independent, and personalized Indonesia through the creation of Pancasila Students. For this reason, the transformation carried out by Kemendikbudristek over the past three years is really to ensure that the goals set are achieved.

The independent learning policy implemented through several development programs and activities is not only financed by the government, but also by the community working together and collaborating with other parties.

“Of course it is our duty together to ensure that it runs as well as possible. The implementation of activities carried out will not be maximally successful if we do not hold the principles of integrity, creative and innovative, learning initiatives uphold meritocracy, actively involved, and also doing it selflessly,” she said.

Therefore, specifically for the new Unila Rector, she emphasized the importance of paying attention to the principle of integrity to restore the good name of Lampung University.

In addition to inaugurating the Rector of Unila, the Secretary General of Kemendikbudristek inaugurated and took the oath of office of administrator officials, supervisory officials, and functional officials within Kemendikbudristek.

 

Editor: Dita Indah Ardeyanti

Congratulations to our new Rector

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Congratulations Prof. Dr. Ir. Lusmeilia Afriani, D.E.A., IPM. on her appointments as the Rector of the University of Lampung for the period of 2023-2027. English Department proudly welcome Prof Lusmeilia and looking forward to hearing big achievements!

SEEDS Goes to FKIP Organizations

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SEEDS successfully conducted a working visit to some of student associations within the scope in the Department of Language and Arts Education at the FKIP University of Lampung. Aim to provide fresh perspectives on the organizational structure, this collaboration also told the ups and downs in the journey of running an organization as well as to strengthen the bonding between students. This activity was carried out on June in the midst of the Final Examination Semester.

Heriyanto as chairman of SEEDS (left) receive a commemorative certificate from Figo Fajar as chairman of IMABSI.

The first visit of SEEDS to other organizations was to IMABSI that was held offline at one of the gazebos’ FKIP Lampung University. The unique parts of IMABSI are the divisions of Language and also the division of Literature which we can’t find in other organizations. According to Figo, the chairman of IMABSI, stated that IMABSI is one of the new organizations that still trying to improve their organizational structure. A group photo and gathering activities were also added to conclude this agenda.

SEEDS’ Presidium took a picture together with the Presidium of HMJPBS after the discussion.

The second organization was HMJPBS, also known as the Student Association of the Department of Language and Arts Education. This organization is in charge of managing the assortment of study programs that are under the scope of the Department of Language and Arts Education, including SEEDS in it. During the discussion, the two organizations exchanged grievances and advice on how to make a great bond between members of each division in this online era. Endi, as the chairman of HMJPBS, welcomed this initiative to fostering better relationships amongst organizations.

Certificate of appreciation as commemorative for IMASAPRA after the discussion.

SEEDS also held a meeting with IMASAPRA, or the French Language Student Association as the last organization in the working visit agenda. In this occasion, Dini, the head of IMASAPRA, stated that activities like these were very helpful and beneficial. It is important to preserve positive relationships with organizations, especially those that are under the purview of FKIP.

At the end of the day, SEEDS has visited three organizations under the scope of FKIP University of Lampung. Hopefully, SEEDS will be able to influence more organizations at the University of Lampung in the future.

Author: Heriyanto
Editor: Dita Indah Ardeyanti