BKA Holds Talkshow: Socialization of Gen Z Political Education Discussion
The Bureau of Student Affairs and Alumni (BKA) of Aisyiyah University (UNISA) Yogyakarta held a talk show entitled “Socialization of Political Education Discussion in the Era of Gen Z” in Hall 4 Baroroh Baried on Wednesday (31/01). The event was attended by around 300 UNISA Yogyakarta students who enthusiastically listened to the presentation of two main speakers, Gerry Katon, S.IP., M.IP and Ir. Syauqi Soeratno, M.M.
In his speech, Vice Rector III of UNISA Yogyakarta, Prof. Dr. Mufdlilah, S.SiT., M.Sc, emphasized the importance of students to think critically in choosing future leaders.
“In this activity we will all get enlightenment, I hope that students who belong to generation Z will remain enthusiastic and not be apathetic in this election,” said Mufdlilah.
Prof. Mufdlilah also reminded students not to abstain and utilize their votes in the election. “Don’t let us not utilize our votes in the election, let alone abstain. Choose a leader with a mature and critical mind,” she added.
During the talk show, the two speakers, Gerry Katon and Ir. Syauqi Soeratno, presented material on the importance of the role of students in politics. They emphasized that students are not just complementary votes, but also have the potential to play an active role in elections. In fact, one of the students from generation Z could become a legislative candidate in the future.
“Generation Z has an important role in determining the country’s political direction. Students must actively participate in political education discussions, love to seek information, and participate in the election process,” said Gerry Katon.
Dr. Ir. Syauqi Soeratno added, “Political education is not only limited to theory in the classroom, but must be implemented in everyday life. Students must be smart in filtering information and critical in thinking.”
The talk show ended with a question and answer session between students and speakers, strengthening interaction and getting to know each other between generation Z and political figures.
