Thursday (2/5) morning at the IDB Building of the Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB) UNY, the usual crowd was absent. Instead, the space was dedicated to four prospective blind students participating in the UTBK-SNBT, a special entrance exam for students with disabilities, hosted by UNY. Despite facing challenges, Wahyu Ishlakhuddin Ar Mansyah was determined to pursue higher education through the UTBK pathway. A graduate of MAN 2 Sleman, Wahyu set his sights on the S1 Special Education program at the Faculty of Education and Psychology (FIPP) UNY. Born in Lamongan on March 10, 2005, Wahyu has a vision impairment, but he remains committed to his educational goals. He made extensive preparations for the UTBK, including joining online tutoring sessions.

Another UTBK participant, Oktaviola Maya Tantri Ramadani, also shared her journey. She prepared diligently by studying hard, taking online tutoring, and participating in tryouts. Oktaviola, born on May 7, 2006, attends SMA 1 Sewon, an inclusive school equipped with supporting facilities. Like Wahyu, she chose the Special Education program at FIPP UNY as her study destination.

Dr. Bambang Saptono, Chair of UNY Admissions, highlighted the university’s commitment to supporting UTBK participants with special needs. "This year, we have 4 blind participants and 20 physically disabled participants," he explained. To accommodate these students, UNY has made special arrangements: providing strategic seating for easy access, wheelchairs, and dedicated companions. For visually impaired participants, the test was scheduled on Thursday, May 2, in a separate room with assistance from experienced lecturers of the Special Education program.

Dr. Maimun Sholeh, Location Manager (PJL) of the IDB FEB UNY Laboratory Room, detailed the provisions for the test. "The computers used for UTBK by students with special needs have specialized specifications, including adaptive software and audio support," he noted. "For blind participants, we provide a personal companion for each student, selected from the FIPP UNY Special Education program." These lecturers are skilled in communicating with and supporting individuals with disabilities, ensuring a smooth test process to achieve the best possible outcomes.

UNY’s commitment to inclusive education aligns with Regulation No. 46 of 2017 issued by the Minister of Research, Technology, and Higher Education, which guarantees the right of people with disabilities to access higher education. Minister of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology Nadiem Anwar Makarim also emphasized that students with disabilities are prioritized for the Smart Indonesia College Card (KIPK). UNY’s approach includes providing necessary support from the admission stage, such as offering companions during entrance exams, to offering learning aids like Braille textbooks, accessible libraries, and facilities designed for easy mobility, including elevators and wheelchair-accessible pathways in multi-storey buildings. (dedy/fdhl)

The Faculty of Economics and Business, Yogyakarta State University (FEB UNY), and the YKPN School of Management (STIM YKPN) held a signing ceremony to formalize a partnership aimed at strengthening collaboration in education and development.

The ceremony took place in the Dean's Meeting Room of FEB UNY on Friday (19/4), attended by key representatives from both institutions. Present at the event were the Vice Dean for Research, Cooperation, Information Systems, and Business (RKSIU), the Vice Dean for Planning, Finance, General Affairs, and Resources (PKUSD), department heads, coordinators of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, and heads of divisions within FEB UNY. The event was led by the Dean of FEB UNY, alongside the Head of STIM YKPN.

In his welcome remarks, Prof. Dr. Siswanto, M.Pd., Dean of FEB UNY, emphasized the significance of inter-institutional collaboration in enhancing educational quality and organizational growth. He remarked, "We are delighted to collaborate with STIM YKPN. This partnership is a continuation of previous discussions at the faculty level. We have much to learn from the organizational resilience at STIM YKPN. In this era, collaboration is essential. Together, we can engage in activities such as lecturer exchanges and joint publications. Following this agreement, we welcome your visits and further collaboration.”

Dr. Suparmono, Head of STIM YKPN, echoed these sentiments, underscoring the importance of collaboration in the educational sector. He noted, "Every contribution, no matter how small, adds value to this partnership. Additionally, some of our lecturers are pursuing further studies at UNY, which is another step toward deeper collaboration."

The Deputy Head of Academic Affairs at STIM YKPN added, "We see a great opportunity for joint efforts in curriculum development, and in the near future, we look forward to collaborating on the implementation of the MBKM program for the upcoming semester."

The event concluded with the signing of the cooperation agreement, followed by a group photo session to symbolize the shared commitment of both institutions to achieving their mutual goals.

This partnership is expected to foster positive outcomes for both institutions, enhancing educational quality and advancing human resource development in Indonesia. (fdhl)

Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat (PkM) dilaksanakan di Pendopo Prawiro Diharjo, Kampung Emas, Seyegan, Sleman, Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta, Senin (7/10) lalu. Kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat yang didanai oleh UNY ini diketuai oleh Dekan Fakultas Ekonomi dan Bisnis (FEB) UNY yaitu Prof. Siswanto, M.Pd., dengan anggota Dr. Sutirman, M.Pd., Dr. Mustofa, M.Sc., Ani Widayati, M.Pd., Ed.D, Arum Darmawati, M.M., Eka Ary Wibawa, M.Pd., Nenden Susilowati, M.Pd. dan Yuliansah, M.Pd. Acara ini dihadiri oleh 24 peserta yang merupakan pengelola UMKM di Kampung Emas Seyegan, serta Nur Laily Tri Wulansari, M.I.Kom. sebagai pengelola usaha di kawasan tersebut. Kegiatan dibuka oleh Ani Widayati dari tim pengabdi, yang diikuti oleh sambutan dari Nur Laily. Acara utama berupa pelatihan tentang perhitungan Harga Pokok Penjualan (HPP) dan pemasaran digital kemudian dilaksanakan.

Pada sesi pertama, Mustofa memaparkan pentingnya perhitungan HPP sebagai langkah awal dalam menjalankan usaha. Peserta dilatih untuk menghitung modal, HPP, dan menentukan harga jual yang menguntungkan menggunakan smartphone mereka. Materi dilanjutkan dengan sesi kedua yang disampaikan oleh Eka Ary Wibawa mengenai pemasaran digital melalui platform Shopee dan Google Profile Business. Peserta diajarkan cara membuat toko di Shopee serta pentingnya profil bisnis di Google untuk meningkatkan visibilitas usaha. Meskipun peserta menghadapi kendala dalam pengunggahan foto produk, mereka berhasil membuat profil bisnis dengan lancar, dan diharapkan untuk melengkapi profil mereka segera.

Kegiatan pengabdian ini diakhiri dengan evaluasi kepuasan peserta melalui angket yang menunjukkan hasil sangat positif. Hampir seluruh aspek, mulai dari materi pelatihan, narasumber, hingga fasilitas yang disediakan, dinilai sangat baik oleh para peserta. Hal ini menandakan bahwa pelatihan telah berhasil memenuhi harapan peserta dan memberikan manfaat nyata dalam meningkatkan pengetahuan serta keterampilan mereka, terutama dalam perhitungan HPP dan pemasaran digital. Tim pengabdi berharap pelatihan ini dapat berkontribusi terhadap perkembangan UMKM di Kampung Emas Seyegan, sehingga mampu bersaing dan tumbuh di era digital. (yul)

The Faculty of Economics and Business, Yogyakarta State University (FEB UNY) held a Coaching Indonesian International Student Mobility Awards (IISMA) event last Friday (16/2), as part of an effort to assist students in preparing themselves to participate in one of these student mobility programs. The event, attended by 25 students, presented two speakers who were alumni of IISMA 2023, Nuricha Fajariyani and Pradipta Aditya Putri from the Bachelor of Management 2020. Nuricha took IISMA at Hanyang University Korea, while Pradipta joined KU Leuven, Belgium. The event was also attended by the Dean, Vice Dean for Research, Cooperation, Information Systems, and Business (RKSIU) FEB UNY, Coordinator of the International Affairs and Partnership Unit Arum Darmawati, M.M., and Coordinator of Public Relations Lina Nur Hidayati, M.M. as well as lecturers from the study programs. In her remarks, the Vice Dean of RKSIU FEB UNY, Ani Widayati, M.Pd., Ed.D., emphasized the importance of understanding regulations and preparing administrative documents for IISMA participants.

Prof. Dr. Siswanto, the Dean of FEB UNY, urged the participants to prepare well. "Respect the culture in the destination country and maintain communication with the supervising lecturer. You will become ambassadors of FEB UNY and Indonesia, so we hope you uphold the culture and values ​​of the country," he said.

"The Student Mobility Program is expected to improve the Main Performance Indicator (IKU) 2, namely 'students have experience outside the campus'. This will impact IKU 8, namely the development of international-based study programs. I would be happy if IISMA participants took the proverb, 'Kill two birds with one stone'. So if there is an international seminar or workshop, you can participate," continued Siswanto.

The main session was hosted by two speakers, alumni of IISMA 2023, who guided how to write essays that can increase the chances of passing the IISMA selection. The purpose of this coaching is for participants to improve the quality of their essays to compete with other applicants. With this IISMA Coaching event, it is hoped that students can be more prepared and confident in facing the selection process and undergoing international study experiences, as well as making positive contributions to their academic and professional development. (isti/fdhl)