NEW SEMESTER, NEW SPIRIT: WELCOME TO THE ODD SEMESTER OF THE 2026–2027 ACADEMIC YEAR

Hello, Fikomers!

Welcome to the Odd Semester of the 2026–2027 Academic Year at the Faculty of Communication Sciences, Universitas Gunadarma!

The beginning of a semester is more than simply returning to the classroom and resuming academic routines. A new semester is an opportunity to reset your direction, set new goals, broaden your horizons, build meaningful connections, and develop competencies that will prepare you for the future.

Every semester brings different experiences and challenges. Let us begin this academic journey with renewed enthusiasm, curiosity, and a willingness to continue learning and growing.

STARTING THE SEMESTER WITH A SPIRIT OF GROWTH

University life is a process. It is not only about achieving the best grades, but also about how each experience shapes the way we think, develops our abilities and character, and prepares us to face future challenges.

In the classroom, students have opportunities to understand theories and strengthen their academic abilities. Beyond the classroom, student organizations, laboratories, research, competitions, creative projects, and various student activities can provide valuable opportunities to broaden their experience.

Make the most of every opportunity to discover your potential, try new things, and develop skills that align with your interests and personal goals.

STAYING ADAPTIVE IN A CHANGING COMMUNICATION LANDSCAPE

The world of communication continues to evolve. Developments in Artificial Intelligence (AI), social media, the creative industries, media transformation, and various digital technologies present both new opportunities and challenges for future communication professionals.

Fikomers need to continuously update their knowledge and skills to adapt to these changes. However, mastering technology alone is not enough. Critical thinking, creativity, ethics, empathy, collaboration, and the ability to understand people remain essential foundations for every communicator.

A new semester provides another opportunity to strengthen these competencies through active learning and diverse experiences.

BUILD CONNECTIONS AND STRENGTHEN COLLABORATION

University life also provides opportunities to meet and work with many people. Classmates, lecturers, student organizations, communities, alumni, and industry partners can all become part of your learning journey.

Build positive relationships and use collaboration as an opportunity to exchange perspectives, develop ideas, and create meaningful work together.

In the field of communication, the ability to collaborate and appreciate different perspectives is an essential competency. Many great ideas are not born from individual efforts alone, but from the intersection of diverse thoughts, perspectives, and abilities.

LEARN, CREATE, AND DARE TO INNOVATE

Make this semester an opportunity not only to understand what already exists, but also to explore new possibilities.

Start with simple steps: participate more actively in discussions, read more references, experiment with new technologies, join competitions, build your portfolio, conduct research, or create innovative work that can benefit others.

The process may not always be perfect. However, having the courage to try, evaluate, and improve yourself is an essential part of the academic journey.

THROUGH COMMUNICATION, CONTRIBUTING TO BUILDING THE NATION

Ultimately, the knowledge gained at university is expected not only to benefit ourselves but also to contribute to society.

As Communication Studies students, Fikomers have many opportunities to create positive change through ideas, research, creative work, media, and responsible communication.

Let us make every learning experience part of our journey toward becoming communication professionals who are creative, critical, adaptive, committed to integrity, and capable of making a positive impact on the world around us.

Welcome to the Odd Semester of the 2026–2027 Academic Year, Fikomers!

May this semester bring new experiences, broader knowledge, meaningful collaborations, and many achievements and works to be proud of.

Happy learning, creating, innovating, and writing new stories together with the Faculty of Communication Sciences, Universitas Gunadarma.

Through Communication, Contributing to Building the Nation.