The Rector of Busan University Korea Talked How to Respond to the Global Era and Multiculturalism at UMM

Author : Humas | Friday, September 30, 2022 04:41 WIB

The atmosphere of the Lecture Series activity with the theme Multiculturalism for the Human Development in Asian Community (Photo: Istimewah)

One thing that is considered necessary in forming an international community is citizenship and multiculturalism. So the advice is given by Prof. Jung Gi Young, P.hD. in the Lecture Series with the theme Multiculturalism for the Human Development in Asian Community. The study was conducted at the Basement Dome of the University of Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM). Meanwhile, Jung Gu Young is a lecturer and professor at Busan University of Foreign Studies.

This activity results from a collaboration between the ASEAN Study Center (PSA) of UMM and the Eurasia Foundation and will take place from September to December 2022. In total, more than 400 students participated and presented 16 speakers from within and outside the country.

Furthermore, Jun Gi Young explained how to live in the current and future global era. There are a few keys to watch out for. The first is enthusiasm for facing various challenges. Then another thing that is no less important is the mastery of foreign languages.

"Even though there are people who claim to be global, if they can't speak a foreign language, they can't be said to live in a global era. So, there is no other way to prepare human resources who understand and can use foreign languages," said the 9th Chancellor of Busan University of Foreign Studies.

For him, the global spirit is not only about knowing the vast diversity but how to respond to differences. In addition, the ability to apply it in daily life creates cross-cultural.

"So it can be concluded that the spirit to face challenges, the ability to communicate, respond to differences and cultural synergy are important aspects to navigate life in a global era," he said.

He also had time to give tips to grow global power, one of them by meeting new people. Humans can learn about new cultures, languages , and knowledge through introductions. "Second is reading a new book that will make you experience a significant change. And lastly, discover new areas. With tourism, we will experience many thoughts and insights," he said.

On the other hand, Prof. Dr. Syamsul Arifin, M.Si, explained multiculturalism. According to him, Indonesia is rich in diversity, especially in religion. However, the fact that often occurs is that there are many conflicts between religious communities. However, it should not have happened and could be more harmonious.

"That's why it's important to mainstream multiculturalism. Mainstreaming multiculturalism is a strategy to build and develop mutual respect for one another toward existing differences and pluralism. One of the goals is to avoid conflict and create peace in society," he said.

According to the Vice Chancellor I of UMM, peace is born from the mind. The essence of multiculturalism is recognition, which is acknowledging the existence of others and giving space to others. Mainly to express or articulate in religion. (cdr/ros/wil)

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