Publication Search

The development of digital technology has fundamentally changed political communication patterns, especially among Generation Z who grew up in a social media ecosystem. This study aims to analyze the influence of political campaigns through Instagram on changes in political attitudes of students at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Bina Bangsa University. This study uses an explanatory quantitative approach. Data collection techniques were carried out through a survey using a closed questionnaire, which was distributed to 100 respondents. Data were analyzed using a simple linear regression test with the help of SPSS software version 25. The results of the study indicate that political campaigns on Instagram have a significant influence on changes in students' political attitudes. The dimensions of attitudes influenced include attention to issues, understanding of political messages, and acceptance of certain ideas or figures. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that credible, relevant, and communicative digital campaigns have great potential in shaping the political orientation of Generation Z. Therefore, adaptive communication strategies are needed as well as strengthening political and digital literacy among students to encourage more critical and responsible political engagement.

This study aims to analyze the influence of interpersonal skills (soft skills) and practical skills (hands-on skills) on the work readiness of students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Pembangunan Nasional “Veteran” East Java in the 2021 academic year. The approach used was quantitative with a survey method through the distribution of questionnaires to 79 respondents. The collected data were analyzed using the Partial Least Squares (PLS) technique. The results of the study indicate that both interpersonal skills and practical skills play an important role in improving students' work ability or work readiness. This finding confirms that mastery of two types of skills, namely technical skills (technical skills) and non-technical skills (non-technical skills), is essential for students to be able to adapt and compete in the world of work. Thus, educational institutions are expected to balance the development of academic aspects and practical skills to prepare graduates who are ready to face professional challenges.

This qualitative case study examines how the Communicative Language Teaching (CLT) approach can be adapted to general English classes in a higher education institution in Timor-Leste to answer the long-standing question of how students can acquire speaking proficiency in a multilingual learning environment. The paper brings into focus the incorporation of CLT into classroom activities with special emphasis on the application of role play, pair work, seminars, simulations, and task-based learning as means of promoting interactive and communicative competence. A descriptive qualitative case study design was used to develop in-depth knowledge of contextual teaching and learning experiences, the perspectives of the participants, and naturally occurring practices in the institutional setting. Semi-structured interviews, classroom observations, and document analysis were the data-gathering methods. Purposive sampling was used to select the two lecturers and seven students directly involved in teaching general English. Thematic analysis was used to analyse the data, which made it possible to identify repeated themes and patterns that revealed both opportunities and difficulties in implementing CLT in context. The results of the study indicate that, despite the adaptation of the CTL approach in teaching practices, its implementation is often sporadic due to concerns about English proficiency, teacher training, and flexibility in using local and official languages during instruction. The research demonstrates the necessity of adapting CLT methods to the local education environment and arranging long-term professional development for lecturers. This study helps us understand how context-sensitive CLT approaches can lead to improved results in teaching and learning English in Timor-Leste. The interactive approach and the systematic teacher model could significantly improve students' communicative competence.

This community service activity aims to strengthen the understanding and practice of Pancasila values as the state ideology for scout group members in the university environment. This is motivated by the phenomenon of low ideological awareness among young people, especially students, which can become a serious challenge in maintaining the unity and identity of the nation. The activity is carried out as a means to strengthen student character so that they have great potential to instill national values. The activity is implemented through a participatory approach, including lectures and interactive discussions. The results of the activity show an increase in students' knowledge and awareness of Pancasila values, reflected in their commitment to continue internalizing Pancasila values both within and outside the campus environment. This activity is expected to serve as an initial step in shaping a young generation with Pancasila character, integrity, and a strong sense of nationalism.

The 2025 Independent Community Service Program (KKN) of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra was held at SD Negeri 102028 Sei Parit, Sei Rampah District, Serdang Bedagai Regency. Sharia financial education from an early age is an important step in shaping a generation that is financially literate and has Islamic morals. This study aims to describe the process and results of Islamic financial education activities through the “Saving from an Early Age” program for students at State Elementary School 102028 Sei Parit, Sei Rampah District, Serdang Berdagai Regency. The implementation method used a participatory approach with direct observation, counseling, mini banking simulations, and educational games. The results of the activity show that students are able to understand the basic concepts of saving, recognize the prohibition of usury, and show a high interest in saving consistently. This activity also succeeded in fostering basic Islamic financial literacy, especially in the context of wise pocket money management. This study recommends that similar programs be carried out continuously through collaboration between schools and Islamic financial institutions.

The implementation of Biology learning in senior high schools still faces various challenges, particularly the limitations of laboratory facilities and the low level of students’ science process skills(KPS). KPS  is an essential ability that supports conceptual understanding and critical thinking development through practical activities. This community service program aimed to improve students’ basic laboratory skills and KPS through hands-on training. The program was conducted at the Biology Education Laboratory of the Faculty of Teacher Training and Education, Kuningan University, involving students from SMAN 1 Ciwaru. The methods included socialization, laboratory equipment training, preparation of practical materials, animal dissection training, application of virtual laboratory technology, and mentoring and evaluation sessions. The results showed a significant improvement in students’ abilities to use laboratory tools, prepare materials, and perform experiments according to scientific procedures. Before the training, only 32% of students were able to use laboratory equipment correctly, while after the training, this increased to 84%. The average scores for observation, measurement, data interpretation, and scientific communication also improved significantly. Furthermore, a satisfaction survey revealed an average score of 4.6 out of 5, with 92% of participants stating that the activity was very beneficial. This program proved effective in enhancing students’ basic laboratory and science process skills, providing meaningful, applicable, and sustainable science learning experiences. Keywords: : training, basic skills, laboratory, science process skills, biology.  

This study investigates the algebraic reasoning processes of university students when expanding mathematical expressions in the context of nonroutine problem-solving. The research adopts a qualitative approach to explore how students interpret algebraic structures, apply symbolic transformations, and construct logical explanations while working through unfamiliar tasks. Data were collected through written tests, task-based interviews, and detailed analysis of students’ solution strategies. The findings reveal significant variation in students’ ability to generalize patterns, recognize structural relationships, and justify algebraic procedures. Students with strong conceptual understanding demonstrated flexible reasoning, coherent explanations, and appropriate use of algebraic properties. In contrast, students who relied heavily on procedural rules often struggled with symbolic manipulation, produced fragmented reasoning, and exhibited misconceptions related to variables and distributive operations. These results highlight the importance of fostering conceptual understanding, metacognitive awareness, and reasoning-oriented instruction in university mathematics. The study provides insights for educators seeking to design learning environments that promote deeper algebraic thinking and enhance students’ ability to solve complex, nonroutine problems.

The globalization era presents considerable challenges to the development of Islamic identity among university students. Technological progress, intercultural interaction, and exposure to various ideologies significantly affect students’ values and moral orientations. This study aims to analyze the Aqidah Akhlak paradigm as a framework for reinforcing students’ Islamic identity within the global context. This research applies a qualitative method through library research by examining classical and contemporary Islamic educational literature as well as relevant scholarly works. The findings demonstrate that the Aqidah Akhlak paradigm, which combines solid theological belief (aqidah) with moral character development (akhlak), plays an essential role in cultivating spiritual strength, ethical consciousness, and social responsibility. The reinforcement of Islamic identity is not limited to religious rituals, but also includes the internalization of faith-based values and the consistent application of moral principles in academic and social environments. Therefore, a contextual and integrated approach to Aqidah Akhlak education is necessary to develop intellectually competent and ethically grounded Muslim students in the era of globalization.

This study aims to examine the influence of Career Motivation, Understanding of Motivation, and Family Environmental Factors on Interest in Becoming a Public Accountant. This study was conducted at Slamet Riyadi University and Sebelas Maret State University. The data used are quantitative. The data source is primary data. The entire population in this study was 1,330 accounting students at Slamet Riyadi University and Sebelas Maret State University. The sample used was 93 respondents. The sampling technique used was the Solvin equation and was tested using SPSS version 25. Data analysis techniques were descriptive tests, independent sample t-tests, validity tests, reliability tests, classical hypothesis tests, multiple linear regression tests, hypothesis tests, and model tests. The results of this study indicate that: (1) Career Motivation has a positive and significant influence on Interest in Becoming a Public Accountant, (2) Understanding of Motivation has a positive and significant influence on Interest in Becoming a Public Accountant, (3) Family Environmental Factors have a positive and significant influence on Interest in Becoming a Public Accountant

The 2025 Independent Community Service Program (KKN) of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra was held at SD Negeri 102028 Sei Parit, Sei Rampah District, Serdang Bedagai Regency. Sharia financial education from an early age is an important step in shaping a generation that is financially literate and has Islamic morals. This study aims to describe the process and results of Islamic financial education activities through the “Saving from an Early Age” program for students at State Elementary School 102028 Sei Parit, Sei Rampah District, Serdang Berdagai Regency. The implementation method used a participatory approach with direct observation, counseling, mini banking simulations, and educational games. The results of the activity show that students are able to understand the basic concepts of saving, recognize the prohibition of usury, and show a high interest in saving consistently. This activity also succeeded in fostering basic Islamic financial literacy, especially in the context of wise pocket money management. This study recommends that similar programs be carried out continuously through collaboration between schools and Islamic financial institutions.

The 2025 Independent Community Service Program (KKN) of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra was held at SD Negeri 102028 Sei Parit, Sei Rampah District, Serdang Bedagai Regency. Sharia financial education from an early age is an important step in shaping a generation that is financially literate and has Islamic morals. This study aims to describe the process and results of Islamic financial education activities through the “Saving from an Early Age” program for students at State Elementary School 102028 Sei Parit, Sei Rampah District, Serdang Berdagai Regency. The implementation method used a participatory approach with direct observation, counseling, mini banking simulations, and educational games. The results of the activity show that students are able to understand the basic concepts of saving, recognize the prohibition of usury, and show a high interest in saving consistently. This activity also succeeded in fostering basic Islamic financial literacy, especially in the context of wise pocket money management. This study recommends that similar programs be carried out continuously through collaboration between schools and Islamic financial institutions.

This research aims to analyze the significance of the influence of personality, courage to take risks, income expectations on students' interest in entrepreneurship at Slamet Riyadi University, Surakarta. The types of data used in this research are quantitative. The data sources used are primary and secondary data. The sample in this research was 100 students at Slamet Riyadi University, Surakarta. The method used in sampling was proportional random sampling. Data collection techniques in this research used questionnaires. Test the research instrument using validity and reliability tests. The classical assumption test uses tests: multicollinearity, autocorrelation, heteroscedasticity and normality. Data analysis techniques use multiple linear regression tests, t tests, F tests, and R2. The results of the validity and reliability tests show that all statements regarding personality, courage to take risks, income expectations and interest in entrepreneurship are declared valid because the p-value is < 0.05 and reliable because Cronbach's alpha is > 0.60. The results of the classical assumption test show that all variables have passed the multicollinearity, heteroscedasticity, autocorrelation and normality tests with normal distribution. The results of the regression analysis obtained the equation Y = .612 + 0.221 X1 + 0.326 X2 + 0.556 X3 + e. The results of the t test show that personality (X₁), courage to take risks (X₂), and income expectations (X₃) have a significant effect on students' interest in entrepreneurship at Slamet Riyadi University, Surakarta. The results of the F test showed that the regression model used in this research was correct. The R² test results show that the contribution of the independent variable to the dependent variable is 45.5%, the remaining 54.5% is influenced by other factors outside the variables studied  

This study investigates the influence of TikTok usage on the changes in interpersonal communication styles among university students in Indonesia. The rapid development of digital communication platforms, especially TikTok, has reshaped the way young people interact, express themselves, identify changes in their interpersonal communication styles, and analyze the effect of TikTok usage on those changes. Using a quantitative survey method with 100 active university students as respondents, data were collected through an online questionnaire. The results indicate that students’ TikTok usage is categorized as high, particularly in terms of frequency, duration, and engagement intensity. Findings also show a significant shift in communication styles, especially in language choice, expressive patterns, and interaction modes. Simple linear regression analysis confirms that TikTok usage has a strong and significant influence on changes in interpersonal communication styles (p < 0,001; R² = 0,944). These results demonstrate that TikTok not only serves as an entertainment platform but also plays a substantial role in shaping students’ communication behavior. The study highlights important implications for understanding digital communication trends among young adults in Indonesia.   

This study aims to determine the effect of economic literacy and lifestyle on the consumptive behavior of 2021 cohort students in the Economics Education Department, Faculty of Economics and Business, State University of Gorontalo. This research is motivated by the increasing tendency of consumptive behavior among students, which is influenced by easy access to information and modern lifestyles. The type of research used is quantitative research with primary data sources obtained through questionnaires distributed to 35 respondents. The data analysis technique uses multiple linear regression with the help of statistical software. The results show that the variables of economic literacy and lifestyle simultaneously have a significant effect on students' consumptive behavior. The contribution of these two variables is 0.406 or 40.6%, while the remaining 59.4% is influenced by other factors outside this research model.These findings are expected to serve as a consideration for students to be wiser in managing their finances and forming a rational lifestyle, as well as to increase awareness of the importance of personal financial planning for a more stable and sustainable future well-being in today's modern social and economic environment.

The Community Service Program (KKN) from the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra in 2025 took place in Dolok Kahean Village, Tapian Dolok District, Simalungun Regency, with the theme "Entrepreneurship as a Solution for Community Economic Empowerment. " The main objective of this activity was to improve the competence of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by implementing digital marketing strategies and strengthening local product brands, especially rengginang businesses. The methods applied included observation, interviews, socialization, and participatory training. The core program included logo and product identity creation, photography training and promotional content editing, social media account creation, and education on Go Digital Safe for the community. The results of this activity showed an increase in the skills of MSMEs in using digital media for promotion, expanding market share, and increasing product competitiveness. In addition, students gained practical insights in the application of entrepreneurship, communication, and social project management. The main challenges faced, namely the lack of internet access and low digital literacy in the community, can be overcome through a direct approach and intensive mentoring. Overall, the KKN program has been successful in strengthening collaboration between higher education institutions and the community and has become an example of digital-based economic empowerment at the village level.

Independent Community Service Program (KKN) is a form of student community service that aims to apply knowledge practically in the field. This activity was carried out by students of the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra with the theme "Building Student Financial Awareness Through Education and Socialization in Schools. " This program aims to improve financial understanding among students from Elementary and High Schools in Perkebunan Gunung Melayu Village, Rahuning District, Asahan Regency. The methods applied include interactive socialization, educational games, and quizzes to stimulate students' interest and understanding of the importance of saving and managing finances from an early age. The results of this activity show that students begin to recognize the basic concepts of financial management, including how to distinguish between needs and desires, the significance of saving, and the application of Islamic financial principles in daily routines. In addition, this activity also serves to increase public understanding of the importance of financial education for children. The main element that facilitates the implementation of activities is support from educational institutions, village governments, and local communities, while the main challenge faced is the lack of attention of elementary school students caused by their habits that still prefer to play. Overall, this KKN program has a positive impact on increasing students' financial awareness and has the potential to be a simple financial education model at the elementary and secondary school levels

This study aims to determine the influence of the Independent Learning Independent Campus Program (MBKM) on the soft skills of students of the class of 2021 in the Department of Economic Education, Gorontalo State University. The method used is quantitative with an explanatory approach, which aims to explain the causal relationship between the variables of the MBKM program and students' soft skills. Primary data was obtained through the distribution of questionnaires to 35 respondents who were active students in the batch. Data analysis was performed using simple linear regression with the help of SPSS software version 21. The results of the study show that the MBKM Program has a positive and significant influence on students' soft skills. This means that the higher the level of student involvement in the MBKM program, the better their abilities in terms of communication, teamwork, time management, adaptability, and confidence. The magnitude of the influence of the MBKM program on students' soft skills reached 65.3%, while the remaining 34.7% was influenced by other factors that were not discussed in this study. These findings provide important implications for the development of curriculum and learning strategies in higher education, especially in integrating the MBKM program as an effort to improve the quality of graduates who are ready to face the challenges of the world of work and global society.  

University students frequently face various academic demands, such as coursework, research, field practice, and examinations. These pressures may lead to psychological stress that can trigger anxiety. If not properly managed, anxiety can negatively affect academic performance, social interactions, and students’ psychological well-being. The aim of this study was to examine the relationship between the intensity of Qur’an recitation and the level of anxiety among students. This research employed a quantitative descriptive design involving 103 students from the Department of Psychology, Padang State University as participants. The sampling technique used was nonprobability sampling with a purposive sampling approach. The instruments consisted of the Qur’an Reading Intensity Scale adapted from Pradika (2014) with a reliability coefficient of 0.721, and the Zung Self-Rating Anxiety Scale with a reliability coefficient of 0.829. Data were analyzed using Pearson’s product-moment correlation test. The findings revealed a significant negative correlation between the intensity of Qur’an recitation and students’ anxiety levels (r = -0.801; p = 0.000 < 0.05). This indicates that the more frequently students read the Qur’an, the lower their anxiety levels, and vice versa. Categorization results further showed that most students had a high intensity of Qur’an recitation (42.7%) and experienced low to moderate levels of anxiety (78.7%). These results reinforce previous studies suggesting that spiritual practices such as Qur’an recitation can serve as an effective spiritual coping strategy to foster tranquility, regulate emotions, and strengthen resilience in facing academic stressors. Therefore, Qur’an recitation can be recommended as a complementary approach to maintaining students’ mental health in higher education settings.

Community Service (KKN) is one method to implement the Tri Dharma of Higher Education through community service activities. The Independent KKN Project from the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra in 2025 was implemented in Dolok Kahean Village, Tapian Dolok District, Simalungun Regency, with the theme "Innovation and Creativity as Keys to Entrepreneurial Success in the Digital Economy Era. " The purpose of this study is to improve the ability of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) actors in maximizing product marketing using digital marketing, with an emphasis on the use of photo and video content for business branding. The implementation methods of this activity include observation, interviews, socialization, and training in photography practices, editing, and digital content strategies. The results of this activity show an increase in knowledge and skills of MSME actors in creating promotional content, building brand identities (such as logos and product packaging), and utilizing social media as a marketing tool. In addition, social activities such as mutual cooperation, economic education in schools, and the creation of educational signs about waste also contribute to increasing social awareness in the community. The success of this activity was facilitated by community cooperation and support from village officials, while the main challenges were geographical conditions and limited transportation. Overall, this KKN activity had a positive impact on the development of local MSMEs, increased digital literacy, and strengthened the relationship between students and the village community, demonstrating the role of higher education institutions in community empowerment.

The Community Service Program (KKN) from the University of Muhammadiyah North Sumatra in 2025 took place in Dolok Kahean Village, Tapian Dolok District, Simalungun Regency, with the theme "Entrepreneurship as a Solution for Community Economic Empowerment. " The main objective of this activity was to improve the competence of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) by implementing digital marketing strategies and strengthening local product brands, especially rengginang businesses. The methods applied included observation, interviews, socialization, and participatory training. The core program included logo and product identity creation, photography training and promotional content editing, social media account creation, and education on Go Digital Safe for the community. The results of this activity showed an increase in the skills of MSMEs in using digital media for promotion, expanding market share, and increasing product competitiveness. In addition, students gained practical insights in the application of entrepreneurship, communication, and social project management. The main challenges faced, namely the lack of internet access and low digital literacy in the community, can be overcome through a direct approach and intensive mentoring. Overall, the KKN program has been successful in strengthening collaboration between higher education institutions and the community and has become an example of digital-based economic empowerment at the village level.