Author name: Ghina Nafsiya

Faculty of Cultural Sciences Universitas Padjadjaran (Unpad) launched a sexual harrassment complaint service on campus, “Halo, Bu Dekan” (Hello Mrs. Dean). The service was officially introduced on Monday, April 4, 2022. “Halo Bu Dekan” is a preventive and curative service for victims of sexual harassment or violence. Witnesses or victims of sexual violence may report incidents through FIB’s official WhatsApp channel at 0821 1616 2020. Vice Dean for Learning, Student Affairs, and Research at Faculty of Cultural Sciences Unpad, Lina Meilinawati Rahayu, elaborates that the program was created to facilitate victims of sexual violence to feel safe when reporting. Over the past month, Lina reported that FIB received a number of complaints from victims of sexual harassment or violence whose incidents had been going on for quite a long time. Victims or survivors are usually reluctant to report because they are worried and anxious about their cases being exposed to the public. “Victims are reluctant to report, maybe because they are afraid or embarrassed too. It really does take courage to report such things,” Lina explained to Tempo on Monday, April 4. Before “Halo Bu Dekan” was formed, Lina claimed that FIB had previously formed an anti-sexual harassment and violence task force. FIB has also bridged complaints through the Student Executive Board via telephone or through written submissions. FIB Dean, Aquarini Priyatna, a feminist activist and also part of the Center for Gender and Child Research, often engaged in discussions with the task force to address the issue and take further actions. From these forums, Lina stated that FIB recognized the need for a special channel for safe complaints for victims of sexual violence. “We feel this channel is very urgent. Through “Halo Bu Dekan”, victims can complain at any time via WhatsApp, which is easy to access and remember 0821-1616-2020,” explained Lina. Victims can report directly by describing the chronology of events through the WhatsApp channel through the number above. When reporting, victims or witnesses can mention names, initials, or not mention names if they decide not to. “You may list out the chronology and state who the perpetrator is. Do include evidence if there is so.” she added. If the complaint has sufficient supporting evidence, the report will be followed up by a task force consisting of the FIB board, two lecturers, two teaching staff, and two student representatives. As for the safety of the complainant, Lina guarantees the security of their personal data. She noted that only faculty leaders who are committed to eradicating sexual violence have access to the WhatsApp messages of complaints. “We guarantee it is safe,” she stated. Lina elaborated that the campus strongly condemns all acts of sexual violence. Unpad, she claimed, supports the Ministry of Education’s regulation Number 30 of 2021 concerning Prevention and Handling of Sexual Violence in Higher Education. Unpad has also issued a chancellor’s regulation to handle this matter. “With this regulation, we have the strength to not hesitate to take firm action against perpetrators of sexual harassment or violence,” she urged. Writer: Tim Media UnpadTranslator: Dhia Anaulva Putri

Jatinangor, May 23, 2024 – Public lecture “The Current Situation of the Israel-Palestinian Conflict: From the Perspective of Political Psychology” was held by Faculty of Psychology Universitas Padjadjaran in a hybrid setting at S-3 Conference Room Building 1 Fapsi Unpad, Jatinangor, Sumedang, on Tuesday (21/5). This activity received attention from several faculties of Unpad, one of which is the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB). In this public lecture, Fapsi Unpad invited former Indonesian Ambassador (one of them for the European Union, Belgium, and Luxemburg) and alumnus of Fapsi Unpad, Nadjib Riphat Kesoema. This activity was opened by the coordinator of the Political Psychology course of Fapsi Unpad, Dr. Zainal Abidin, M.Si. As the opening speaker, Zainal stated that this public lecture has been held regularly during the last four years. He also mentioned that only a year ago, Fapsi Unpad had started to invite experts to attend this public lecture, one of them being an international policy expert. Furthermore, Nadjib presented material on the conflict between Israel and Palestine from the perspective of political psychology and historical accounts. He emphasized that currently, the Israeli-Palestinian conflict is an overwhelming humanitarian problem and should not be considered a trivial matter. The ambassador, who is also a member of the Universitas Padjadjaran Board of Trustees, explained that analyzing conflicts and promoting peace through the study of identities can be carried out from the perspective of political psychology, which focuses on the impact of leadership and personality of key figures on decision-making. Moreover, the analysis can also be conducted through the key personality approach in political psychology. Nadjib explained that political psychology discusses the understanding of political behavior, ranging from familiar political behavior to seemingly incomprehensible political behavior. In political psychology, every nation has a distinct identity and is not limited to individuals. The nation’s identity is most evident in the key figures or leaders of a nation, although the nation’s character is shown by the whole society. Nadjib explained that these key figures and leaders will provide a “mass identity” such as the personality of many people.  There is also a shared belief about a particular nation having distinctive personality traits, which can also be referred to as national character or national stereotypes, or even national identity. “National stereotypes are portrayals of a society’s character,” Nadjib added. The approach used when analyzing conflict is collective politicized identity. Collective politicized identity is a political psychology approach that is connected to three concepts, namely collective identity (giving a label to something), power struggle (the struggle for power), and the complexity of the social and human context that is more extensive than just a power struggle. “There are many theories of political psychology that we can incorporate to approach this problem (the Israeli-Palestinian conflict). But I want to us to knock on our own hearts and see that this is an unimaginable human problem. An unforgettable human tragedy is happening right now in front of our eyes,” Nadjib explained. Psychological reconciliation is also important in resolving a conflict.  The psychological reconciliation aspect requires a change in the ethos of conflict. He explains that we have to take hold of the essence of the conflict and look into the core of what is really going on. Furthermore, Nadjib explained that in psychological reconciliation, one also needs to respect the beliefs of the community, where the beliefs of the group must be dissected and examined thoroughly. Nadjib also noted that establishing an ethos of peace is also necessary by replacing deep-rooted conflicts with an ethos of peace. Additionally, he pointed out that the realization of peace and conflict resolution is a major contribution of political psychology and can be done through the application of a culture of objective-based dialogue, appropriate and thoughtful approaches to all forms of polarization, mitigating collective efforts to address root causes, and sensitizing the leaders of conflicting groups. Writer: Yohanes William IvakdalamTranslator: Dhia Anaulva Putri

Jatinangor, April 19, 2024 — A total of 83 Padjadjaran University students have been selected to be awarded the Smart Scholarship 2024 from the Zakat Collection Unit (UPZ) of Baznas Unpad. The scholarship was symbolically presented in Bale Rumawat Park, Jalan Dipati Ukur No.35, Bandung, Tuesday (16/4). Head of UPZ Baznas Unpad, Dr. Hazbini, M.Ag., explains that this scholarship was made possible by the zakat funds of Unpad community members collected in UPZ Baznas Unpad. Dr. Hazbini states that this scholarship is granted to Unpad students, especially for underprivileged students, in the form of financial support for living expenses and pocket money, as well as UKT or tuition fee assistance for one semester. This scholarship program is one of the attempts to increase the number of muzaki or zakat donors in Unpad. Beneficiaries of this scholarship program are prioritized for students who are recommended by the study program, faculty, or university and come from underprivileged families. In addition, students can also apply for the scholarship by providing the required documents. There are several stages in the selection process for the Smart Scholarship 2024 recipients, such as administrative selection, interviews, and FGDs, followed by the announcement of the scholarship awardees. Regarding the scholarship requirements, Dr. Hazbini notes that there are several main requirements that need to be considered by applicants of this scholarship program. Individuals applying for the scholarship must be declared an active student, is a Muslim, has a minimum GPA of 3.00, comes from an underprivileged family as evidenced by the ceritifcate of indigency, and is committed to becoming a UPZ volunteer. Dr. Hazbini also hopes that this scholarship can provide opportunities for underprivileged students to further pursue their education. “We expect this scholarship to successfully be one of the support systems for financially struggling students in the university. In addition, we also hope that this scholarship can be a positive trigger to increase the number of muzaki (zakat donors), so that many academicians of Universitas Padjadjaran will contribute to UPZ Unpad,” said Dr. Hazbini. Writer: Yohanes William IvakdalamTranslator: Dhia Anaulva Putri

Bandung, West Java – Women’s access to education and employment often remains a problem. This has led to various efforts to diminish the discrimination. This has been demonstrated by several universities in Indonesia, one of which is Universitas Padjadjaran in the field of urology. Historically, urology has been a male-dominated field. This is proven by the higher rate of male urology doctors compared to women in places around the world. However, this gap is narrowing over time. One of the areas where the disparity is decreasing is West Java, as many women are enrolling and contributing to the urology residency program, especially at Universitas Padjadjaran. However, this was not something that could be achieved in an instant and has rather took a long time to achieve. The erasure of discrimination in gender is developing rapidly in various regions of developing countries including in Indonesia. Indonesia currently has five urology centers including hubs in Universitas Indonesia, Universitas Padjadjaran, Universitas Brawijaya, Universitas Airlangga, and Universitas Gadjah Mada. Currently, there are 653 urologists in Indonesia listed at the beginning of 2024. Universitas Padjadjaran’s team includes 10 female urology residents out of the 63 residents. The figures achieved are in line with the urology residency program conducted by Universitas Padjadjaran, particularly Hasan Sadikin Academic Medical Center in Bandung. Since its opening in 2007, the urology department of Universitas Padjadjaran has admitted at least 1 female resident. Even more so, this number continues to grow. The low participation rate of women and men in urology is not because they are not admitted, but rather because they do not apply for the field. On the one hand, the background experiences of female and male residents do not differ much in terms of education and the number of gap years (the period from their graduation as a medical doctor to being accepted into a residency program). The difference is shown in the publication experience, which is dominated by female medical students. The exposure to education as a career choice should not only be directed to a particular gender. Introducing the field of urology to women to pursue their careers is one way to promote gender equality in the field of science. Support and assistance are important factors in career advancement and protection for women who want to enter the field. Writer: Maria Imanuella Dewi SekartajiTranslator: Dhia Anaulva Putri

Jatinangor, March 26, 2024 – The announcement of the Merit-Based National Selection System (SNBP) results will be opened on Tuesday (26/3) at 15.00 WIB on the SNBP 2024 announcement page or on the mirror page https://snbp.unpad.ac.id/. Vice Rector for Academic and Student Affairs of Universitas Padjadjaran, Prof. Arief S. Kartasasmita states that this year Unpad has admitted 2,636 new student candidates through SNBP. The number of SNBP applicants to Unpad has reached 31,329 people, which puts Unpad as the state university with the fifth highest number of applicants in Indonesia. He also mentions that the number of students accepted in the SNBP pathway is in accordance with the quota set in advance. Unpad has increased the quota for new student candidates in the SNBP pathway this year. Prof. Arief explains that the increase in the number of quotas was decided with the intention of attracting the best and brightest students from all over Indonesia. The program is executed through four Unpad’s partiality policies, namely allocations for participants with disabilities, high achieving students who live in outer, remote, and disadvantaged areas (3T); exceptional students from families who have never pursued higher education; and students whose schools are not yet represented in Unpad. Through these four policies, potential new students admitted to Unpad through the SNBP pathways are students from various provinces in Indonesia. Prof. Arief elaborates that  there were many participants from outside Java who applied for SNBP to Unpad this year. He states that this proves that many high-achieving and talented students from all over Indonesia are eager to enroll in Unpad. In addition, the number of school origins accepted in Unpad has doubled. Prof. Arief notes that the number of schools admitted to Unpad last year was around 700, whereas it has increased this year to more than 1,000 schools. This indicates a higher accessibility coverage compared to the previous year. Furthermore, Prof. Arief explained that potential students who have been accepted in SNBP, may not apply to the SNBT pathway or the Independent path. However, Prof. Arief said that it is still expected that there will still be candidates from the SNBP pathway who do not re-register for various reasons. “In the SNBP pathway implemented last year, almost 90 percent of prospective students re-registered. It is possible that this year there will still be students who do not re-register as they have other priorities to pursue. However, we hope that 99% of potential students this year can re-register,” he explains. If prospective students decide not to enroll through the SNBP pathway, this can potentially impact the school’s ranking in the coming year. Responding to this, Prof. Arief said that if prospective students are given the opportunity, it must be seized as best as possible, namely by re-registering, since there must be other students who have not been accepted and would trade positions with those who have. Prof. Arief also points out that there is no follow-up acceptance announcement for the SNBP pathway. Candidates are also required to access registration information through Unpad’s official website. “Follow the procedures specified in the registration announcement later when registering. Do not be fooled by parties who try to convince you that they can help you to transfer (to another university). Take advantage of this opportunity by registering,” concludes Prof. Arief. Writer: Yohanes William IvakdalamTranslator: Dhia Anaulva Putri

Jatinangor, March 22, 2024 — To commemorate World Oral Health Day (WOHD) on Wednesday, March 20, 2024, the Faculty of Dentistry or FKG “Fakultas Kedokteran Gigi”, Rumah Sakit Gigi dan Mulut Universitas Padjadjaran, and Unilever Indonesia worked together to conduct free dental checkups for fifty santri (Islamic boarding school students) from Rumah Tahfiz Qur’an Anak Bandung in the ballroom of Masjid Agung Trans Studio Bandung. In this activity, FKG Unpad involved 18 residents, 20 medical fellowship students, and 15 lecturers as supervisors from all departments for dental checkups and providing education for the santri.  This collaborative activity in commemoration of WOHD is a yearly routine. Other than dental checkups, this event also provided education and a Talk Show for attendants about maintaining dental and oral health. The Talk Show had drg. Usman Sumantri, M.Sc. (as chair of PB PDGI), Dr. drg. Julita Hendrartini, M.Kes,AAK.(as chair of ARSGMPI), Prof. Suryono, drg.,SH.,MM.,Ph.D. (as Chair of ADOKGI), Ustaz Dr. Zulkarnain Muhammad Ali, SE., MSi., Ph.D, and Citra Kirana as a celebrity.  The chair of the event, Dr. Indra Mustika Setia Pribadi, drg.,Sp.Perio.,Subsp.MP(K)., says that this year, this event is held coincidentally with the month of Ramadan, where usually every year, this event is held full day. Indra also says that the event had a Talk Show with Ustaz who spoke about the fatwa on dental care during Ramadan fasting. To ensure that patients are not hesitant in their dental care during fasting, the fatwa of MUI (Majelis Ulama Indonesia) is explained in detail. Other than that, education about dental and oral maintenance as well as the use of flouride application was also delivered. In relation to this, Indra adds that education about fluoride application was given to the santri companions so they could use it while they were not fasting. The aim of this activity is to encourage children to consult with dentists routinely and to keep up good habits of maintaining their mouths and teeth for life. Besides that, education on dental health will be increased in traditional and boarding schools to support Indonesia’s Ministry of Health’s health transformation in their preventive promotive pillar.  “With the santri getting used to facing their dentists, we hope that in the future, they are no longer afraid of going to the dentist. The same goes for the adults. By being provided education, they will have an understanding that going to dentists is not only for tooth extraction or filling but also for fluoride application on children so they become more immune from cavities. This will make their teeth healthier in the long run and less prone to cavities,” says Indra. In this campaign, FKG Unpad, RGSM Unpad, and Unilever Indonesia worked together to increase the quality of dental and oral education of the community as part of the manifestation of the Tridhama of higher education, that is community service for society. “We can inform that maintaining dental hygiene has to start from a young age to avoid more severe cases, not when we are already adults,” Indra says. This collaborative activity was fully supported by the Faculty of Cultural Sciences and other faculties at Universitas Padjadjaran.   Writer: Yohanes William IvakdalamTranslator: Jauza Maryam Mumtazah

In 2023, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) Universitas Padjadjaran allocated funds of IDR 305,723,500.00 to support various arts activities and programs. This expenditure reflects the faculty’s commitment to the development of arts and culture as an integral part of the academic curriculum and campus activities. Allocation of Funds: Funds worth IDR 305,723,500.00 were used for various purposes that support the arts at FIB, including: Funding for Events and Performing Arts: Most of the funds are allocated to organize art events and performances, such as exhibitions, concerts, theater, and dance performances. These activities not only provide a platform for students and lecturers to showcase their artwork but also enrich the cultural experience in the campus environment. Program and Course Developments in the Arts: This allocation of funding is also used to develop and expand art related programs in the curriculum. This includes costs for organizing workshops, seminars, and training involving artists and art practitioners from various disciplines. Maintenance and Provision of Art Facilities: A portion of the fund is allocated for the maintenance and procurement of art facilities, including art studios, showrooms, and art equipment and materials required for academic and extracurricular activities. Support for Students and Lecturers: FIB also uses this fund to support students and lecturers in their art projects, either through grants, scholarships, or logistical support for innovative art projects. Resilience to the Arts: This expenditure confirms FIB Unpad’s commitment to the development of the arts as part of higher education. With this investment, the faculty focuses not only on academic achievement but also on the delivery of cultural values and creativity, which are essential for students’ holistic growth. The funds allocated for the arts in 2023 reflect the faculty’s dedication to continuously enrich the academic environment and strengthen the role of the arts in campus life. Through various programs and initiatives funded, FIB strives to provide valuable and immersive experiences for all members of the academic community, while supporting the development of arts and culture at the local and national level. Writer: Gilang JanuarsyahTranslator: Jauza Maryam Mumtazah

Parking Area: Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) Universitas Padjadjaran provides a 450 m² parking area to support parking needs for students, lecturers, and staff. This parking area is designed to facilitate user accessibility and convenience in entering the faculty environment. With adequate capacity, this parking area plays an important role in ensuring ease of mobility on campus, especially in supporting the smooth running of academic and administrative activities. Building Maintenance: By 2023, the main focus of building maintenance at FIB will be on periodic building operations and maintenance. The purpose of this maintenance is to maintain the function and safety of the facilities and create a comfortable and safe learning and working environment for the faculty’s entire academic community. Maintenance Activities: Periodic Operation: Maintenance activities involve regular checking and operation of building systems such as electrical, water, and HVAC (heating, ventilation, and air conditioning) systems. This is important to ensure that all systems are functioning properly and do not interfere with daily activities. Repair and Renovation: The maintenance team also carries out necessary repairs and renovations to keep the building in optimal condition. This includes minor repairs such as repainting and infrastructure improvements, as well as larger renovations if needed. Security and Safety: An important aspect of maintenance is ensuring that the facility meets security and safety standards. This includes checking security systems such as fire alarms and fire extinguishing systems, as well as maintaining evacuation routes and other safety equipment. Environmental Comfort: Maintenance aims to create a comfortable environment for learning and working. This includes maintaining the cleanliness of the building, managing the room temperature, and arranging public facilities. Commitment to Quality: Through these maintenance efforts, FIB Unpad is committed to providing facilities that support academic and operational activities with an optimal environment. By focusing on periodic maintenance and necessary repairs, the faculty ensures that all members of the academic community can enjoy safe, comfortable, and quality facilities. Investment in building and parking area maintenance is part of FIB’s commitment to support teaching and learning processes and faculty operations in a sustainable manner. By keeping the facilities in the best possible condition, the faculty strives to create a positive and supportive academic experience for the entire academic community. Writer: Gilang JanuarsyahTranslator: Jauza Maryam Mumtazah

Jatinangor, February 27, 2024 – Palliative Care and Mental Health experts from the Faculty of Nursing (Fkep) Universitas Padjadjaran delivered a public lecture in front of students and lecturers of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Universitas Muhammadiyah Gorontalo in Suharyati Hall, Fkep Unpad Jatinangor, Wednesday (21/2).  This activity was supported by various faculties in Unpad, one of which was the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB).  The speakers were Hana Rizmadewi Agustina, who discussed “Trends, Issues, and Development of Palliative Care” and Prof. Suryani, with the topic “Nursing Care with Psychosocial Disorders.” In his speech, the Dean of the Faculty of Nursing, Prof. Kusman Ibrahim, Ph.D hoped that the expert lecture attended by students and lecturers from Universitas Muhammadiyah Gorontalo could be useful, insightful, as well as become a valuable experience and more enthusiastic to advance palliative care and mental health.   According to the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Andi Akifa Sudirman, the visit of Universitas Muhammadiyah Gorontalo was also intended to establish cooperation with the Faculty of Nursing Unpad on the tridarma of higher education.  Hopefully, opportunities for cooperation between the two institutions in the future can be increased, especially in the fields of Palliative Care and Mental Health, for more significant benefits for the wider community. In addition, it is also hoped that nursing education will be more advanced and continue to keep up with the times. Writer: Yohanes William IvakdalamTranslator: Jauza Maryam Mumtazah