- Posted by : Asdos 2021
- on : July 15, 2026
Author: Bryna Calista
Editor: Irfani
Sixth-semester students of the Communication Science Study
Program at Universitas Gajayana (UNIGA) Malang demonstrated their professional
competencies by organizing the 2026 East Java News Anchor Competition on Monday
(July 13, 2026). The event served as a practical implementation of the Event
Management course, designed to provide students with hands-on experience in
planning, managing, and evaluating professional events.
The 2026 East Java News Anchor Competition was organized as
a platform for high school/vocational school (SMA/SMK) students and
university students across East Java to hone their skills in journalism, public
speaking, and broadcasting. Through this competition, participants were
encouraged to showcase their ability to deliver information accurately,
persuasively, and in accordance with journalistic standards.
Unlike typical broadcasting competitions, all participants
were required to draft their news scripts independently prior to presenting
them before the board of judges. This requirement presented a unique challenge,
as participants were evaluated not only on their delivery techniques but also
on their ability to process facts into coherent, informative, and news-worthy
scripts.
Behind the scenes, the sixth-semester UNIGA Communication
Science students acted as the organizing committee, managing the entire event
lifecycle—from concept development, proposal drafting, media publicity, and
participant coordination to judge liaison, guest relations, and execution. This
practical learning approach was structured to equip students with managerial,
communication, leadership, and teamwork skills.
The event was attended by the Head of the Communication and
Information Office of Kota Batu, Ipung Setiawan, S.E., M.M., and the Head of
the Communication Science Study Program at UNIGA Malang, Muhammad Asnan,
S.Sos., M.I.Kom. Their presence highlighted institutional support for student
initiatives that deliver academic value while contributing to youth skill
development in communication and broadcasting.
In his opening remarks, Muhammad Asnan emphasized that
modern university students must go beyond mastering classroom theory. He noted
that balancing academic knowledge with practical experience is vital to
preparing competent graduates who can adapt to workforce demands. Through
events like the News Anchor Competition, students gain opportunities to apply
their studies and develop professional acumen while still on campus.
The competition was evaluated by a panel of judges
comprising Rahmawati, S.I.Kom., CPS.; Irfani Zukrufillah, S.Sos., M.I.Kom.; and
Novi Ratriningtyas, S.I.Kom., M.I.Kom. Judging was conducted objectively based
on script quality, material mastery, delivery technique, articulation,
intonation, expression, posture, and professional poise.
Following rigorous evaluation, Rachel Aurellia Silvan from
SMA Kristen Petra 2 Surabaya secured 1st Place in the High School/Vocational
School category. 2nd Place was awarded to Bunga Arsistawa from SMA Ma’arif NU
Pandaan, while Revlin Armanda Dewi from SMKN 1 Kota Malang claimed 3rd Place.
In the University Student category, Viana Putri Aisyah from
Universitas Negeri Surabaya won 1st Place. 2nd Place was secured by Naufilla
Tsania Fatihah Al-Madani from Universitas Terbuka, followed by Sylvia Aprillia
Permata Sari from Universitas Kadiri in 3rd Place.
The successful execution of the 2026 East Java News Anchor
Competition reflects the practical learning approach embraced by the
Communication Science Study Program at Universitas Gajayana Malang. Through the
Event Management course, students gain more than theoretical insights; they
acquire direct experience in designing and executing regional-scale
competitions. This experience is expected to bolster student professional
capabilities while reinforcing the program’s commitment to providing
applicable, innovative, and community-benefiting education.