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This community service program aims to optimize social media use among students of the Faculty of Informatics Engineering at Ibn Sina University Batam. Through a series of Zoom meetings, students received training on prudent and productive use of social media, along with strategies for leveraging it in academic and professional contexts. The evaluation of the program indicates a significant improvement in participants' knowledge and skills, though there were some challenges in initial practical application. Discussion and Q&A sessions were highly beneficial, but there were suggestions to include more in-depth topics and practical sessions. Overall, the program has had a positive impact on preparing students to use social media effectively, with participants recommending it to their peers.

This research aims to find out whether Brand Image can influence Viral Marketing and Product Design on Purchase Intention in Aerostreet Shoes products at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Bhayangkara University, Greater Jakarta. The method used in this research is a quantitative method. The sample used was 170 respondents and focused on students at the Faculty of Economics and Business, Bhayangkara University, Jakarta Raya. The sampling technique uses Purposive Sampling technique. The data collection technique uses a questionnaire. Data analysis techniques use statistical methods with SmartPLS 4.0 software. The results of this research show that there are variables that influence each other, as in the following brief explanation: 1). Viral Marketing has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Intention, 2). Product Design has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Intention, 3). Viral Marketing has a positive and significant effect on Brand Image, 4). Product Design has a positive and significant effect on Brand Image, 5). Brand Image has a positive and significant effect on Purchase Intention, 6). Brand Image is able to fully mediate Viral Marketing on Purchase Intention, 7). Brand Image is able to fully mediate Product Design on Purchase Intention.    

Environmental problems are becoming an increasingly urgent global issue to be addressed. One of the problems faced is the uncontrolled increase in waste volume, especially in urban areas and large institutions. Universitas Pembangunan Panca Budi, as one of the higher education institutions, has the responsibility to participate in environmental conservation efforts. Waste bank is a program that aims to reduce the volume of waste by collecting, sorting, and recycling waste that can be resold or processed into useful products. There are several benefits of waste banks including, in terms of the environment, reducing the volume of waste disposed of in landfills, reducing pollution, and encouraging recycling. In terms of economy, it can provide economic value from waste, create jobs, and support the circular economy. The various roles of the Waste Bank at the University are as a means of education and environmental awareness that serves as an educational tool for students and staff about the importance of sustainable waste management. The Waste Bank also provides opportunities for students and staff to be actively involved in waste management programs. It not only improves practical skills in waste management but also fosters a sense of social and environmental responsibility. The Waste Bank addresses waste issues that benefit the environment and the economy of the community.

The university community has three pillars in carrying out its duties and functions, namely the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. The three pillars are Teaching, Research, and Community Service. In this case, the service carried out is the development of faith for the people at Stasi Santo Thomas Onodohalawa. The development of the faith of the people is an act of love that aims to develop the faith of the people. The faithful of Stasi St. Thomas Onodohalawa are among the people who are willing to follow faith formation for the growth of faith that is useful for arranging a better life as Christians. The openness and enthusiasm of the people is an opportunity for STP Dian Mandala Lecturers to realize their identity as educators on campus and at the same time as solid teachers of the Catholic faith. The methods used for this community service are Liturgical Celebrations, sharing, and catechesis. This is the starting point of the need for faith development of the people at St. Thomas Onodohalawa. Based on these needs, the lecturers work together to divide the team in carrying out the coaching activities. The lecturers also involve students as a form of cadre for prospective young catechists. The preparation of the material was carried out by the team by studying together and exploring various reading sources that support the theme of community development. The purpose of this service is to help the growth of the faith of the people at the station. Thus, they are able to live in society as good and virtuous citizens in accordance with the true teachings of the Catholic faith.

The purpose of this study is to determine the Influence of Work-Life Balance and Work Stress on the Performance of Generation Z Employees (Study of students from the Faculty of Economics and Business Bhayangkara Jakarta Raya University Class of 2020). The method used in this study is a quantitative method with a type of survey method. The number of samples used in this study uses the calculation of the slovin formula as many as 100 respondents. The data processing tool used in this study is using SPSS software version 27. The results in this study show that the work-life balance variable partially has a significant effect on employee performance, the work stress variable partially has a significant effect on employee performance. The results in this study show that the variables of work life balance and work stress simultaneously have a significant effect on employee performance.

The background of this research is to determine the importance of controlling emotions in supporting students' social relationships. This research aims to (1) Determine the level of emotional control of Guidance and Counseling Students at Sanata Dharma University class of 2023. (2) Identify measurement items on questionnaire items for the level of emotional control of guidance and counseling students at Sanata Dharma University class of 2023 whose scores are low.This research is quantitative descriptive. The subjects of this research were Guidance and Counseling Students at Sanata Dharma University Class of 2023, totaling 47 students. Data collection used the level of emotional control scale with 42 valid items and has a Cronbach index of 0.761 which is based on aspects of emotional control, namely (1) emotional control, (2) assessing situations critically before reacting emotionally, (3) self-understanding.The research results show that (1) the level of emotional control is in the medium category (100%). (2) the emotional control instrument contained 2 item (4,8%) in the very high category, 14 items (33.3%) in the high category, 11 items (26.6%) in the medium category, 11 items (26.6%) %) in the low category, 4 items (9,5%) in the very low category.    

In order to increase understanding of the millennial generation and as a forum for preserving Jambi Malay cultural values, the Working Group for the Study of Socio-Economic and Cultural Issues at the Research and Community Service Institute (LPPM) of Muara Bungo University in collaboration with the Association of Indonesian Muslim Intellectuals (ICMI) Bungo Regional Organization held a Seminar and Discussion with the theme Reviving Malay Cultural Traditions and Customary Laws to Realize Social Piety Among Millennials. This activity involved elements of the Student Executive Board (BEM) organization and all Faculty of Economics students participating in UMB and Regional Insight courses. It is hoped that from the implementation of this seminar the millenial’s generation will have an understanding of being heirs to the nation's cultural wealth. Participants will be able to understand the customary laws and dress code of Malay people and the processions and attire of Malay brides.

Research objectives: 1) to determine whether there is a difference in self-resilience levels among Batak students based on gender, 2) to identify factors influencing the resilience of transient students, 3) to assess the level of self-resilience between male and female students, 4) to identify low-scoring resilience scale items that can be proposed as counseling topics. This study employed a quantitative approach with a comparative research design. Data collection utilized a survey method involving 60 respondents, comprising 30 male and 30 female Batak students at Sanata Dharma University. The validity test confirmed 60 valid items out of 72, and reliability was established with a Cronbach's Alpha of 0.756. Data analysis included an Independent Sample T-test to examine differences. The findings revealed: 1) no significant difference in resilience levels between male and female students 2) the resilience levels among male students were categorized as very high (17%), high (73%), and moderate (10%), 3) while female students were categorized as very high (17%) and high (83%), 4) several resilience scale items were identified as scoring low, suggesting areas that could benefit from counseling interventions.

This research aimed to describe the perception of English education study program students at PGRI Silampari University regarding the development of their teaching skills after participating in the Kampus Mengajar program. This research used a qualitative approach in a qualitative descriptive research design. The research subjects were 15 students of the English Education Study Program at PGRI Silampari University who had participated in the Kampus Mengajar Program batches 4, 5, and 6. The data collection technique used was an open-ended questionnaire. Data obtained from the questionnaire was analyzed using three techniques, namely identification, description, and conclusion. The results of this research showed that students who took the Kampus Mengajar program were able to make good planning and preparation before teaching, present lessons that matched the desired learning outcomes, manage time well and effectively, create a positive classroom climate, enforce class discipline by setting clear and consistent rules, assess student progress properly, and reflect on and evaluate teaching well to develop future teaching skills. In conclusion, students' teaching skills increased after participating in the Kampus Mengajar Program.

Thesis at the Wira Wacana Christian University Sumba Animal Husbandry Study Program involves the stages of submitting a title, registering for a proposal exam, and a thesis exam. This process currently uses Google Forms, with result announcements via WhatsApp, creating inconsistencies and taking a long time. Changing the thesis title requires additional steps, such as students having to come to campus to remove the old title after it is rejected. Challenges also arise in tracking the frequency of tutoring, especially with large student numbers. This research aims to develop an effective solution by applying the Extreme Programming (XP) method in developing web-based applications. Based on the System Usability Scale (SUS) test, this application received a usability score of 80.2%, making it suitable for use. The successful implementation of this web application makes a positive contribution in improving the quality and efficiency of thesis management in the Wira Wacana Christian University Sumba Animal Husbandry Study Program.

English, a crucial global language, is essential in education and communication. In Indonesia, mastering English is vital, with the 2013 curriculum emphasizing the four skills: speaking, writing, listening, and reading. Reading comprehension, which integrates written content with prior knowledge, is particularly important. Various internal and external factors, such as word recognition, parental support, and educational media, impact students' reading comprehension. Digital media like Webtoon offer advantages such as accessibility and interactivity, making them valuable educational tools. This study examined how well the Webtoon platform taught reading comprehension to second-semester students at Bhinneka PGRI University's English Education Department in the academic year 2023–2024. Twenty-two individuals were chosen at random from the student body to make up the sample. This study employed a quantitative research approach with a pre-experimental design that included a one-group pretest, treatment, and post-test to determine the impact of Webtoon on reading comprehension skills. Using this strategy, the effectiveness of the intervention may be evaluated by contrasting pre- and post-test results. Students' reading comprehension scores increased dramatically after using Webtoon; on average, their scores went from 69.00 to 81.81. The data distribution was validated by normality tests, and a significant difference was found using a paired t-test (t(15) = -12.854, p < 0.001). These results showed how Webtoon improves reading comprehension and makes a good contribution to education by demonstrating creative uses of digital media in the classroom.Using this strategy, the effectiveness of the intervention may be evaluated by comparing pre- and post-test results.  

The use of E-Commerce platforms has a significant impact on students' shopping patterns and consumption behavior. This article aims to analyze the factors that influence students in choosing to shop through E-Commerce and its impact on students' consumptive behavior from the perspective of consumption theory and modernization theory. The method used in this research is a qualitative approach, with sources collected through literature studies, data analysis, validity of analysis with data triangulation techniques. The results show that factors such as ease of use, price, product quality, availability of goods, emotional benefits, and tangible evidence influence students in choosing to shop through E-Commerce. The impact is a significant change in students' consumption patterns, which includes satisfaction with purchases, ease of product access, but also uncertainty about future needs and changes in shopping priorities. The implication is the importance of financial awareness and wise financial management skills for university students in dealing with the use of E-Commerce to minimize the negative impacts and maximize the benefits in improving their quality of life.    

This study aims to determine the effect of: (1) Social Media Marketing on Purchasing Decisions for UDINUS FEB Students, (2) Brand Image on Purchasing Decisions for UDINUS FEB Students, (3) Product Quality on Purchasing Decisions for UDINUS FEB Students. This research includes survey research. The population of this study were students of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Dian Nuswantoro University with a total of 160 respondents. Sampling using Non Probability Sampling with purposive sampling technique. The research data collection technique was carried out through an online Google Form questionnaire. The results showed that the Social Media Marketing had a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions with a significant value of 5.104 > 1.655, Brand Image had a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions with a significant value of 3.207 > 1.655, and Product Quality had a positive and significant effect on purchasing decisions with a significant value of 2.930 > 1.655 on Somethinc Cushion  on Students of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Dian Nuswantoro University.

The purpose of this research is to create learning media with the help of MtestM application about German language students' knowledge of listening skill A1 topic "Kennenlernen (sich vorstellen)". This research was conducted at the Language Laboratory of the Faculty of Languages and Arts, State University of Medan. This research uses Richey and Klein's model which consists of three stages, namely (1) research, (2) development, (3) evaluation. The data of this research are words, texts, sentences about "Kennenlernen" from the book Netzwerk Deutsch als Fremdsprache A1 Kursbuch by Stefanie Dengler, Paul Rusch, Helen Schmitz and Tanja Sieber pages 8-17. This interactive quiz is interesting and varied. The results of this study are German learning media and interactive quizzes for mastering the A1 listening skill 'Introducing oneself' with the help of MtestM.

The existence of financial literacy helps individuals make smarter purchases, for example by thinking about the needs that need to be met, the price of products, services and services provided. Good financial literacy facilitates thinking in making decisions, especially in the financial sector. Because in this case they are considered capable of reading or assessing and considering the current financial situation. Financial literacy is needed not only in personal life, but also in work, especially those that are closely related to financial activities. In the family itself, good financial literacy usually has to be carried out by the head of the family or other family members such as the mother. If the family lacks people who have good financial literacy, then the family's spending or consumption may not be commensurate with the income earned in the family, so it can be said that there is a lack of money to meet the family's living needs. This can also happen in social life. It could also be said that if we have good financial literacy, we cannot manage our expenses well.                                                     

This study aims to identify the phenomenon of gadget addiction among Pharmacy students at Muhammadiyah University Makassar through a qualitative literature review. Excessive gadget use has become a global issue, with students often being particularly vulnerable due to academic demands and easy access to technology. The research methodology employed is qualitative literature review, encompassing various sources such as scientific journals, books, and research reports on gadget addiction and its impact on students. Literature analysis involved identifying key themes emerging from the reviewed sources. Findings indicate that gadget addiction can affect various aspects of students' lives, including reduced study concentration, poor sleep quality, and decreased face-to-face social interaction. Additionally, the study found a correlation between gadget addiction and increased levels of stress and anxiety among students. The study concludes that gadget addiction is a significant phenomenon among Pharmacy students and underscores the importance of university interventions to mitigate its negative effects. Recommendations include education on healthy gadget use and provision of psychological support for students.

This research aims to identify the effect of different manufacturing methods on the sensory quality of bloeder bread. The method used is experimental. This research was conducted at Jakarta State University with a sample of 45 Culinary Education students who were somewhat trained panelists. Based on the Kruskal Wallis test, it can be concluded that there is an influence of different methods of making bloeder bread on the volume and crust aspects of the bread. Meanwhile, there was no real influence on aspects of upper skin color, skin characteristics, aroma, crumb pores, crumb color, crumb texture, taste and chewing quality.    

This research is motivated by the mental health phenomena experienced by students. The aim of this research is to determine the relationship between body image and psychological well-being of Nurul Hasanah Kutacane University students. This research is quantitative research using relevant quantitative methods. The population in this study was 62 students in Public Health Sciences class A, B and C. This research sample consisted of 62 students using saturated sampling techniques. In data collection. The researcher used a psychological scale for data collection techniques. The type of data collection used a Likert scale in the form of a body image scale (ɑ = 0.797) and a psychological well-being scale (ɑ = 0.948). The data analysis technique uses Pearson product moment correlation with the help of SPSS 22.0. The results of this research data analysis show that there is a correlation coefficient (rxy) of 0.246 and a significance of 0.027 <0.05, which means there is a significant positive correlation between student body image and psychological well-being at Nurul Hasanah Kutacane University. The impact of body image on mental health. In this case, the learning speed is 6.1%.    

Higher education is said to be of quality if the learning process takes place effectively and students gain experiences that are meaningful to themselves and beneficial to society and national development. The educational units that provide higher education are universities, one of which is the University of Timor. Every year, the University of Timor always searches for students through new student admissions which are carried out with socialization and promotional activities. This activity was carried out as a form of effort by the University of Timor to be able to provide information regarding new student admissions and to socialize a positive image to attract students' attention about the University of Timor. Socialization and promotional activities are carried out in the form of lectures, discussions and questions and answers. This activity was carried out at SMAN 1 East Tasifeto. The results of this activity went well and were able to increase students' interest in continuing higher education at the University of Timor as seen from their enthusiasm in asking further questions about how to register.

The focus of the problem in this research is the low motivation of students in learning physics. This research is a quantitative study using pre-experiment method, where the research design is one group design pre-test post-test. The sample of this study consisted of 32 students of Tadris IPA KH.Muhtar Syafaat University Blokagung Banyuwangi (UIMSYA). The results showed pretest data on students' physics learning motivation, namely with an average value of 102.13.average value of 102.13 is in the medium category. While the results of the post-test data obtained were 126.50 in the very high category. The N-gain score test results show a value of 0.5 in the medium category. This shows that the use of Kahoot! based assessment is very effective in increasing the physics learning motivation of Tadris IPA UIMSYA students. The results of this study are expected to be one of the innovations in scientific learning, especially physics courses so that students are not easily bored and much more active in learning.