ICAC UMS 2025, A Colorful Space for International Student Expression
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LPM CAMPUS – Universitas Muhammadiyah Surakarta (UMS) once again demonstrates its commitment to strengthening global networks by hosting the 4th International Culture and Academic Competition (ICAC) 2025 on June 18, 2025, at the Moh. Djazman Auditorium, Campus 1 UMS. Organized by the International Cooperation and Affairs Office (BKUI), this event serves as a vibrant platform for cultural and academic exchange, attracting both local and international students from various countries.
ICAC 2025 provides an opportunity for international and local UMS students to showcase the cultural richness of their respective countries. The event features a variety of captivating performances, including traditional dances, fashion shows, competitions, and other cultural showcases, creating a dynamic and collaborative atmosphere. One unique highlight of the event is the food and beverage booths run by UMS international students. By purchasing vouchers ranging from Rp10,000 to Rp20,000, visitors can enjoy signature dishes from participating countries, offering an authentic cross-cultural culinary experience.
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This event illustrates that UMS is not only a place of learning but also a home for students from around the world. The presence of international students from countries such as Kazakhstan, represented by Ikhlas, adds to the event’s vibrancy. Ikhlas expressed his joy in studying in Solo, Indonesia, and appreciated the warmth of the local community.
“I study at UNS, and living in Indonesia is very enjoyable. The people are very kind and empathetic, making me feel right at home,” he said.
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ICAC also serves as a platform to introduce cultures from various countries through authentic artistic performances. Hany, the secretary of the ICAC organizing committee, stated that the event was both enjoyable and educational, providing insights into foreign cultures. “It’s fun because you can chat with people from other countries, especially since they’re not just from one country but from various countries, so you can experience different things. The food is also different, so you get to know what it’s like to taste food from other places.”
Overall, the event reaffirms UMS’s role as an educational institution that promotes the concept of “internationalization at home,” where students from various countries can learn, interact, and share cultures in a harmonious environment. ICAC 2025 is not just a competition, but also a celebration of diversity and global friendship that enriches both academic and social experiences.
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Writer: Naufal Ahmad Alfian (Communication Science’22)
Editor: Shafira Ayyu Listia Azizah (Communication Science’22)
