EAT, LOVE, and PRAY:
Living diversity in Indonesia
08 – 20 July 2024

Terms of References&Application Guidelines

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Rationale
Although none of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focuses specifically onculture, the outcome of the Agenda makes references to cultural aspects. For example, thethird target of Quality Education is to promote global citizenship and the appreciation ofcultural diversity and of culture’s contribution to sustainable development. In addition, as
highlighted in the goal of Sustainable Cities and Communities, the world's cultural andnatural heritage should be protected and safeguarded.
In efforts to promoting and fostering global citizens who are aware and appreciate cultural
diversity and heritage, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI) offers a summer program on
Indonesian cultural diversity. As a multi-ethnic nation, Indonesia takes pride in its nationalmotto of Bhinneka Tunggal Ika (Unity in Diversity). Indonesians believe that differences
make them united and stronger. Since its independence in 1945, Indonesia has been living
harmoniously amidst differences of ethnic cultural backgrounds. Despite global influences
which have gained more popularity among Indonesian youth, Indonesian society today still
regards local cultures as an integral part of their life. Besides maintaining religious attitudes,
Indonesians are also striving to safeguard their traditions, such as arts and cuisines.
Bandung is an example of such cities where it is easy to find diverse Indonesian culturalheritage. In 2024, for the second time, UPI welcomes international students to experience,learn and enjoy Indonesian cuisines, traditional arts, and religions through a program called
Eat, Love, and Pray: Living diversity in Indonesia.

ParticipantsThis summer program is organized for international students who are interested in learning
Indonesian culture. More specifically, UPI welcomes students who are:-interested in cross-cultural understanding
willing to study hybrid (online and on site) during the program
thinking of studying in Indonesia
interested in improving their English
willing to work in teamnominated by UPI’s partner university

The Program
The program comprises of-Online lectures provided by Indonesian experts from UPI
On site workshops and activities on Indonesian cuisines, traditional arts, andreligions

2-A cultural program that introduces Sundanese culture as the predominant culture ofBandung where UPI is located.

Program Committee and Experts

NoName1

Ahmad Bukhori Muslim

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Nia Nafisah

3Tuszie Widhiyanti

4

Safrina Noorman

5

Heni Komalasari

6

Yan Gahinsah

7

Yulia Rahmawati

8Vidi Sukmayadi

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Intan Pratidina Dewi
Siti Nurzihan Nabilla

Position
DirectorofDirectorateof
International Affairs (DIA) UPI,
professor of educational linguistics(steering committee)
Head of International Program
Development DIA, assistant professor
at English Language and Literature
Study Program (committee chair)
Head Section for International
Collaboration DIA, assistant professor
at Chemistry Education Study Program(committee secretary)
Guestlecturer
on Indonesiancontemporarysocialcontext,associate
professor in English
Language and Literature Study
Program,
Universitas Pendidikan
Indonesia
Guest lecturer on Indonesian dance,
associate professor, Dance Education
Study Program
Guest lecturer on Indonesian music,
professional musician, KABUMI
Guest lecturer on Indonesian cuisine,
associate professor, Culinary Arts
Education Study Program
Guest lecturer on Introduction toIndonesian history and culture,assistant professor at Communication
Science Study Program
Contact person, DIA UPI (committee)
Contact person, DIA UPI (committee)

Program Schedule and ItineraryThis program is designed as a dual mode, two-week program. The first week is conducted
online in which the student-participants listen to lectures from UPI’s professors aboutIndonesian contemporary society and culture. Each course lasts for 90 minutes, from 3:30 –5:00 PM (Indonesian Time). The second week is conducted on site in which thestudent-participants come to Bandung and stay for six nights. During the onsite mode, they3are going to have workshops and games on Indonesian, more specifically Sundanese,culture.

Day

Activities (online)

Activities

1–Mon
July 8(3:30– 5:00p.m.)

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2–Tue
July 9(3:30– 5:00p.m.)-Contemporary
Social Context ofIndonesia

Participants learn about social issues and trends in Indonesia

3–Wed
July10(3:30– 5:00p.m.)-

Religious Diversity inIndonesia

Participants learn about religious diversity in Indonesia

4–Thu
July11(3:30– 5:00p.m.)-

Revitalizing
Traditional Arts

Participants learn about Sundanese (one of predominant ethnicgroup in Indonesia) music and dance
Assignment: making video performing the song learned-Opening
Overview ofprogram
Introduction
Indonesia

theParticipants learn about Indonesian history and geography in brief
Assignment: writing a short essay about the reason for joining theprogram.

to5–FriJuly
12(3:30– 5:00p.m.)

Introduction to Indonesian
Culinary

Participants learn about Indonesian cuisine, more specifically
Sundanese cuisine.

DayActivities (on site)

Activities4

1–SunJuly
14

Arrival inJakarta)

2–Mon
July
15

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2.

Bandung(viaParticipants check in at the hotel nearby UPI campus

Opening ceremony
Campus
Tour,MuseumofEducation

1.
2.

Participants are welcomed by UPI; Introduction of theparticipants; Group orientation; Photo sessions
Participants take a campus tour

3–Tue
July
16

Bandung Tour – Amazing
RaceParticipants go on a Bandung tour in which they have games about
religious diversity, traditional arts, and cuisine.

4–
Wed
July
17

Playing Angklung and Making
Batik

Participants play Indonesian traditional games

5–Thu
July
18

Kampung Naga

Participants learn to play Sundanese
instruments and experience making batik.

6–FriJuly191.
2.

Making Tumpeng
Closing ceremony

7–SatJuly
20Departure

1.
2.

traditionalmusicalParticipants learn how to cook Tumpeng, a traditional foodfor special occasions.
Participants display and enjoy their tumpeng at the closing
ceremony

Participants depart from Bandung to Soekarno-Hatta International
Airport

The program fee $325* includes:● Visa on arrival● Course fee● Accommodation around UPI’s campus (2 students per room, incl. breakfast)● Local transportation● Meals● Tickets*Program fee excludes return airfare and travel/health insurance

5Application Guidelines
1. Application Requirements- Active undergraduate student, which is proven by copy of Student card andphoto (3 cm x 4 cm)- A copy of passport- Sufficient English proficiency to be able to involve in discussions- Willing to learn and study about Indonesian culture- Interested in cross-cultural understanding
2. Fees for Program Participation
Program fee: $325 USD
3. Application
Deadline of application: May 30th 2024
Submit application forms to https://bit.ly/RegistrationELP2024
4. Credit and certificates
Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia will issue certificates after the completion of thecourse. The certificates can be taken as credit transfer equal to 2 credit hours inIndonesian universities.
5. Others
The participants are requested to follow Indonesian rules and regulations.

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