Language and Culture

"UNY students who will participate in internships abroad must become ambassadors of Indonesian culture and at the same time become the face of UNY internationally. Therefore, the candidates for this program must pass this language and culture training program. When you are abroad, you must be disciplined in your work, establish good communication, and behave well," said Prof. Siswantoyo as Vice Rector for Academic and Student Affairs in the "Launching of Japanese, German, and English Language and Culture Training Program" on March 13, 2024.

A total of 35 Chinese students have completed the Indonesian for Speakers of Other Languages (BIPA) Credit Transfer Program at the Faculty of Language, Arts and Culture, Universitas Negeri  Yogyakarta. The students came from three universities: Guangdong University of Foreign Studies, Xi'an International University and Yunnan Minzu University. The program lasted for one semester, from March to July 2023. Therefore, a closing ceremony was held recently to mark the end of the program.

“Farmers” is a metaphorical word to describe academics, practitioners, or observers of Indonesian language and literature with whom they benefit ideologically, academically, or professionally. At least, we can earn six things from being a 'breeder' of language and literature. First, have an open attitude to new experiences, and dare to explore new experiences and alternatives regarding a situation. Second, flexibility in thinking and courage to choose various approaches to deal with and solve specific problems without neglecting the primary goal.