The Faculty of Languages and Arts (FBS) at Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) officially inaugurated the new leaders of its Student Organizations (Lembaga Kemahasiswaan/LK) and Semi-Autonomous Bodies (Badan Semi Otonom/BSO) for the 2026 term on February 10, 2026. The inauguration marks an important step in strengthening student organizations as key platforms for leadership development and student achievement within the faculty.
The event was held in accordance with the Dean’s Decree of FBS UNNES Number B/99/UN37.1.2/KM.06.00/2026 concerning the Appointment of Supervisors and Chairpersons of Student Organizations at the Faculty of Languages and Arts, Universitas Negeri Semarang, for the year 2026.
Issued in Semarang on January 27, 2026, the decree formally appoints supervisors and student leaders of various organizations to ensure the sustainable development, orderly administration, and continuity of student activities within the faculty.
Several major organizations were included in the inauguration, such as the Student Representative Council (DPM), the Student Executive Board (BEM), Student Associations (HIMA), as well as a range of semi-autonomous bodies including Lingua Artistica, KBBI, Linguabase, Oengoe Cinema Club, the Language and Arts Training Unit, and eFBeeS Basketball.
Based on the official decree attachment, Vicky Nailus Soraya was appointed as Chairperson of DPM, Sabilla Arum Sekar as Chairperson of BEM, along with other HIMA and BSO leaders who will carry out their organizational responsibilities throughout 2026.
Acting Dean of FBS UNNES, Prof. Dr. Nur Qudus, M.T., IPM., emphasized that the inauguration was not merely ceremonial, but rather a strategic momentum to strengthen student contributions toward achieving the Key Performance Indicators (IKU) of higher education institutions.
“Student organizations play an essential role as spaces for leadership training, creativity, and character building. We hope that the newly inaugurated leaders will implement their programs professionally, accountably, and in alignment with the vision of FBS and the university,” he stated.
He also highlighted that productive, innovative, and achievement-oriented student activities contribute significantly to enhancing the institution’s reputation, including in international rankings such as the Times Higher Education World University Rankings (THE WUR).
Meanwhile, Vice Dean for Academic Affairs and Student Development, Dr. Eko Raharjo, M.Hum., noted that student organizations serve as vital leadership laboratories for students.
“Through LK and BSO, students learn organizational management, communication skills, and collective responsibility. We encourage every work program to be innovative, support academic achievement, and strengthen the academic and student atmosphere within FBS,” he explained.
According to him, impactful student programs are also part of the university’s efforts to fulfill IKU targets, including improving student achievements, increasing participation in national and international activities, and contributing to the global competitiveness of the campus.
With this inauguration, FBS UNNES expects all appointed leaders to carry out their responsibilities optimally and to develop constructive, inclusive programs that support the growth of student potential in the fields of language and arts.
