English Student Department Student Association

EDSA (17/1/2025) – Mahasiswa Program Studi Tadris Bahasa Inggris (TBI) Institut Agama Islam Negeri (IAIN) Lhokseumawe kembali menunjukkan perannya sebagai agen perubahan melalui program pengabdian masyarakat bertajuk Tutor English Network (TEN). Program ini berlangsung di MTsN 2 Aceh Utara, dengan fokus utama memberikan pelatihan bahasa Inggris melalui aktivitas tutoring oleh para mahasiswa yang menjadi volunteer.

Program TEN bertujuan menjadi wadah bagi mahasiswa untuk mendistribusikan bakat mengajar mereka ke masyarakat dan lembaga pendidikan, sekaligus memperkuat kemampuan mereka dalam praktik pengajaran. Para tutor dalam program ini, yang mayoritas berasal dari mahasiswa TBI IAIN Lhokseumawe, diberikan kesempatan untuk mengaplikasikan ilmu yang telah mereka pelajari di kelas kepada siswa-siswa di sekolah, khususnya dalam keterampilan berbahasa Inggris.

Selain menjadi pengalaman berharga bagi para tutor, program ini juga dirancang untuk mendukung pengembangan kemampuan berbahasa Inggris siswa di MTsN 2 Aceh Utara, yang diharapkan dapat menjadi bekal penting bagi mereka dalam menghadapi persaingan akademik dan global.

Melalui program ini, mahasiswa yang berpartisipasi diharapkan mampu mengasah keterampilan mereka dalam pengajaran bahasa Inggris. Program TEN memberikan pengalaman nyata yang melengkapi teori di kelas, sehingga para mahasiswa dapat lebih percaya diri dan terampil dalam mengelola proses pembelajaran. Selain itu, kegiatan ini juga menjadi kontribusi nyata mahasiswa terhadap peningkatan kualitas pendidikan, terutama di daerah yang membutuhkan pendampingan lebih intensif.

Salah satu tutor yang terlibat menyampaikan, “Program ini adalah pengalaman luar biasa. Saya belajar banyak tentang bagaimana mengajar secara efektif, menghadapi siswa dengan berbagai latar belakang, dan merasa bangga dapat membantu mereka belajar bahasa Inggris.”

Dengan pelaksanaan program di MTsN 2 Aceh Utara, TEN menjadi bukti nyata bagaimana kolaborasi antara lembaga pendidikan tinggi, mahasiswa, dan masyarakat dapat menciptakan dampak positif yang berkelanjutan. Program ini akan terus dikembangkan, dengan harapan mampu menjangkau lebih banyak sekolah dan komunitas yang membutuhkan.

Melalui Tutor English Network, mahasiswa TBI IAIN Lhokseumawe tidak hanya belajar, tetapi juga berkontribusi sebagai agen perubahan yang nyata dalam masyarakat. Program ini sekaligus menjadi bukti bahwa pendidikan tinggi memiliki peran penting dalam membangun masa depan yang lebih baik.

EDSA - In an effort to strengthen the implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education collaboration at the international level, Dr. Nurul Fadhillah, M.Hum., who serves as a lecturer as well as the Secretary of the English Tadris Study Program at the Faculty of Tarbiyah and Teaching Science (FTIK) IAIN Lhokseumawe, was invited as a keynote speaker in an International Conference held at three well-known universities in India on November 11, 13, and 14, 2024.

Dr. Nurul's journey began at Ernad Muslim Education Association (EMEA) College Kondotty, Mallapuram, Kerala, India. In this event, he presented a topic titled “Teaching and Learning English: Current Global Perspectives”, sharing the stage with Dr. Fahim Korasen Kandi from Shaqra University, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. According to him, the conference organized by EMEA College, the majority of whose lecturers and students are Muslim, provides a space for international collaboration, including with Islamic institutions such as IAIN Lhokseumawe. He also mentioned that this collaboration is often established through good relations with Lt. Abdul Rasheed, the former head of EMEA College.

On the second day, Dr. Nurul was the keynote speaker at Christ College (Autonomous) Irinjalakuda, Thrissur, Kerala. The English Language Education conference brought her together with renowned speakers such as Prof. Dr. Latha Nair R. from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham and Dr. Anupama P from K.S.M.D.B.C Sasthamcotta. On this occasion, Dr. Nurul delivered a presentation entitled "ELT Reimagined: Overcoming Challenges, Unlocking Potential". She explained that Christ College and IAIN Lhokseumawe had previously collaborated through an online conference facilitated by IES2C (Indonesian Education Share to Care), an international association of academics.

On the last day, Dr. Nurul attended a conference at Assumption College, Changanassery, and delivered a presentation titled "English Language Education in the 21st Century: Overcoming Challenges, Embracing Opportunities". In this session, she again discussed with Dr. K.J. Varghese from Christ College and Dr. Smita Joseph from Hyderabad University. The last two campuses that invited him are institutions under the auspices of Christian foundations.

Dr. Nurul emphasized that this collaboration reflects religious moderation through academic interaction between Islamic and Christian institutions. Education is a means to build mutual contributions regardless of religious and cultural differences.

Full support from the Head of the English Department, Dr. Zurriyati, M.Hum., as well as the Dean of FTIK, Dr. Jumat Barus, M.S., contributed to Dr. Nurul's success as a keynote speaker. Dr. Jumat Barus said that this participation strengthens IAIN Lhokseumawe's role in the international arena and expands the global network in the field of English education. He also hopes that the professional competence of lecturers and students will continue to develop, especially ahead of the transformation of IAIN Lhokseumawe into UIN Sultanah Nahrasiyah Lhokseumawe.

EDSA (10/11/2024) - In a spirited effort to build stronger connections and foster a sense of unity among students, the Student Affairs Division of EDSA has organized a highly anticipated friendly futsal match between two of the university's student associations: the Islamic Education Student Association (HMJ PAI) and the English Department Student Association (EDSA). This thrilling event is set to take place on Sunday, November 13th, at the Alouh Futsal Court in Cunda, kicking off at 4 PM.

The match aims to encourage camaraderie, teamwork, and healthy competition among students. Sports events like these are integral to university life, as they provide a break from academic pressures and offer a platform for students to engage in physical activity, develop leadership skills, and build lasting friendships. With this futsal match, the Student Affairs Division hopes to foster a supportive environment where students from diverse departments can come together, appreciate each other’s talents, and form meaningful connections outside the classroom.

Match Highlights and Preparations

Both teams—HMJ PAI and EDSA—have been preparing diligently for the upcoming showdown, practicing regularly to refine their strategies and improve their teamwork. HMJ PAI, representing the Islamic Education Department, is known for its dedication and strong sense of community. Meanwhile, EDSA, from the English Department, brings a blend of creativity and enthusiasm to the field. This friendly competition is expected to be intense, as both teams are determined to give their best performance, showcasing their skills and sportsmanship.

HMJ PAI’s team captain shared, “We are thrilled to participate in this match. It’s not just about winning or losing; it’s about enjoying the game and building friendships with other students. We hope to inspire everyone to support each other, no matter what department we belong to.”

Likewise, EDSA’s representative expressed similar excitement, stating, “We’ve been looking forward to this event for weeks! Futsal is a fantastic way to bond with our friends from HMJ PAI, and we are excited to show our support for each other. We’re ready to give it our all and make this an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.”

Importance of Sports in University Life

The Student Affairs Division of EDSA believes that sports play a crucial role in promoting a well-rounded university experience. Beyond the physical benefits, sports events like this friendly match encourage mental resilience, discipline, and teamwork, all of which are essential skills for students as they prepare to enter the workforce. These events also provide an opportunity for students to represent their departments, instilling a sense of pride and responsibility as they engage in healthy competition.

EDSA (07/11/2024) - The collaboration class activity entitled “Exploring Indonesian and Malayalam Languages through Interpreting” was successfully held online, on Wednesday, October 30, 2024. This collaborative class activity was attended by IAIN Lhokseumawe English Department students and Emeacollege of arts and Science Kondotty students, Kerala-India.

This activity was organized by students of the English Department as a learning course of Translation and Inerpreting Practice. The purpose of this event was to give English students experience in interpreting languages and learning about the mechanics of translation and interpretation.

This activity presents a student controller from Emeacollege of Arts and Science, Kendotty, Kerala-India, the Indian student controller is Lt. Abdul Rasheed Bavus, a lecturer at the college who provides a space for Tadris English students to interact with his students.

This collaborative class not only helps English Department students learn to translate and interpret languages, but English Department students also gain new knowledge about the culture, ethnicity and uniqueness that exists in Kerala-India, and vice versa. These inter-campus students exchanged cultures in their respective regions.

During this learning activity, students from both campuses used three languages, namely Indonesian, Malayalam, and English. Tadris English students, IAIN Lhokseumawe, communicate with Emeacollege of Arts and Science students, Kondotty, dividing groups consisting of 2 students per group, the two students then share their tasks, the first student speaks using Indonesian and then interpreted into English by the other friend. The students of Emeacollege of Arts and Science, Kondotty, also did the same thing with the students of English Department, IAIN Lhokseumawe by dividing two people per group. After the delivery of information in English by Tadris English students, then Emeacollege of Arts and Science, Kondotty students who are in charge of receiving and providing information using English explain to their group mates using Malayalam, as well as the process of providing information from Malayalam into English to Tadris English students.

The learning session guided by the lecturer of Translation and Interpreting Practice course who is also the Secretary of English Department, Dr. Nurul Fadhilla, M. Hum., was interactive and attracted the interest of the inter-country students. Dr. Nurul Fadhilla, M. Hum., who is often known as Miss Lulu, helps prevent confusion when learning.

At the end of the activity, the lecturer of Translation and Interpreting Practice course, Dr. Nurul Fadhilla, M. Hum., provided education and understanding to Tadris English students. “Translation uses written text, while Interpreting uses spoken text, so it is more difficult to interpret, because when interpreting has a very short time”, said Miss Lulu.

The event was closed by giving appreciation by Dr. Nurul Fadhilla, M. Hum., to students for successfully conducting this collaboration class, then held a photo session with students from both campuses.

This activity provides new insights into how social media can be utilized as a tool to preserve culture, as well as an instrument to help carry out education.