Photo: Coordination Meeting for the Preparation of the BAN-PT On-Site Accreditation Assessment for the Master’s Program in Arts Management, held at the Postgraduate Building Conference Room, ISI Bali, Wednesday (11/2).
The Master’s Program in Arts Management at Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI Bali) is currently preparing for the On-Site Accreditation Assessment conducted by the National Accreditation Board for Higher Education (BAN-PT), scheduled to take place on 19–21 February 2026. This assessment marks the first accreditation process for the Arts Management Study Program since its official establishment in 2024.
As part of the strategic measures toward the upcoming assessment, the Postgraduate Program of ISI Bali convened a coordination meeting on Wednesday (12/2) at the Conference Room of the Postgraduate Building, ISI Bali.
The meeting was chaired directly by the Director of the Postgraduate Program, Nyoman Dewi Pebryani, Ph.D., and attended by members of the postgraduate leadership team, officials from the Institute for Quality Assurance and Learning Development (LPMPP), the accreditation document preparation team, lecturers, and administrative staff directly involved in the accreditation process.
In her remarks, Nyoman Dewi Pebryani, Ph.D., stated that the meeting was organized to establish a shared understanding, assess the level of preparedness, and ensure that all supporting components of the accreditation process operate in a coordinated and systematic manner. She expressed her expectation that all members of the academic community involved would actively contribute in accordance with their respective roles and responsibilities, thereby ensuring that the on-site assessment proceeds smoothly and optimally.
“Through this meeting, we aim to ensure that all documents, supporting data, and evidence of performance owned by the study program are thoroughly prepared and accurately presented. The on-site assessment must be approached with comprehensive preparation, solid teamwork, and a shared commitment to quality,” she emphasized.
The meeting also addressed the allocation of responsibilities, the finalization of accreditation documents, and the implementation of a mock on-site assessment scheduled for (18/2) as part of strengthening readiness prior to the arrival of the BAN-PT assessors. (ISIBALI/Public Relations)
Photo: Audience between the Rector of the Indonesian Institute of the Arts Bali (ISI Bali), Prof. Dr. Wayan “Kun” Adnyana, and the Governor of DKI Jakarta, Dr. Ir. Pramono Anung Wibowo, M.M., at the Governor’s Reception Room, Jakarta City Hall, Thursday (5/2).
The Indonesian Institute of the Arts Bali (ISI Bali) has initiated a strategic collaboration with the Provincial Government of the Special Capital Region (DKI) of Jakarta in the fields of arts and culture. The exploration of this cooperation was discussed during an audience between the Rector of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. Wayan “Kun” Adnyana, and the Governor of DKI Jakarta, Dr. Ir. Pramono Anung Wibowo, M.M., held at the Governor’s Reception Room, Jakarta City Hall, on Thursday (5/2).
The meeting was also attended by the Head of the DKI Jakarta Provincial Office of Culture, Mochamad Miftahulloh Tamary, S.STP., M.T., M.Sc., and the Head of the Regional Cooperation Bureau of the DKI Jakarta Provincial Secretariat, Marulina Dewi, S.STP., MPA. Representing ISI Bali were the Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Cooperation, Prof. Dr. Komang Sudirga; the Chair of the Senate, Prof. Dr. Ketut Muka; the Protocol Officer, Made Irma Novita Sari, S.Sn.; and ISI Bali’s Public Relations Officer, Rara Tian Anyar Sari, S.S.
During the meeting, both parties discussed various potential forms of collaboration between the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government and art higher education institutions to support the strengthening of the cultural ecosystem. This cooperation is expected to encourage artistic development, cultural preservation, and increased public participation through sustainable collaborative programs.
Photo: Audience between ISI Bali and the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government at the Governor’s Reception Room, Jakarta City Hall, Thursday (5/2).
On the occasion, the Rector of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. Wayan “Kun” Adnyana, presented one of ISI Bali’s flagship programs, Bali Nata Bhuwana, as a national platform for the dissemination of arts and culture that has been implemented since 2022. The program has been held in various regions, including Kediri (East Java), Labuan Bajo (East Nusa Tenggara), Lampung, and Yogyakarta, and is planned to continue in Kendari in 2026.
According to the Rector, Bali Nata Bhuwana not only functions as a medium for disseminating artistic works and ideas, but also plays a role in strengthening the arts ecosystem by providing direct benefits to the community, particularly in terms of education, the creative economy, and the reinforcement of cultural identity.
The Governor of DKI Jakarta, Dr. Ir. Pramono Anung Wibowo, M.M., expressed his appreciation for the cooperation initiative proposed by ISI Bali. He emphasized that Jakarta, as a multicultural city, offers broad opportunities for the development of arts and culture from diverse backgrounds, making collaboration with art education institutions such as ISI Bali highly relevant and strategic.
This audience meeting marked an initial step toward building synergy between ISI Bali and the DKI Jakarta Provincial Government in creating an inclusive, dynamic, and impactful arts and cultural ecosystem for the wider community.
Photo: Signing of the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between ISI Bali and Sampoerna University, Friday (6/2), at the Sampoerna University Meeting Room.
Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI Bali) and Sampoerna University have formally established a partnership in the implementation of the tridharma of higher education, encompassing education, research, and community service. This collaboration was officially marked by the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) by the Rector of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. Wayan ‘Kun’ Adnyana, and the Rector of Sampoerna University, Dr. Wahid Salasi April Yudhi, on Friday (6/2), at the Sampoerna University Meeting Room.
The MoU signing was witnessed by the Vice Rector for Student Affairs and Cooperation of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. Komang Sudirga; the Chair of the ISI Bali Senate, Prof. Dr. Ketut Muka; as well as members of the leadership of Sampoerna University, including the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering and Technology, Dr. Eng. Farid Triawan; the Head of the Visual Communication Design Study Program, Tombak Matahari, M.Ds.; and lecturers of the Visual Communication Design Study Program, namely Santo Tjhin, M.M., M.Ds., M.CHt, and Arlene Dwiasti Soemardi, M.Arts.
Photo: The Rector of ISI Bali and delegation touring several learning facilities at Sampoerna University, Friday (6/2).
The Rector of ISI Bali, Prof. Dr. Wayan Adnyana, stated that this collaboration opens broad opportunities for partnership, particularly in the areas of education, research, and community engagement. Potential forms of cooperation include joint research initiatives, faculty exchange and guest lectures, collaborative academic activities, and curriculum development based on the respective strengths and excellence of each institution. In addition, Prof. Wayan Adnyana offered opportunities for Sampoerna University lecturers to pursue doctoral studies at ISI Bali, noting that ISI Bali currently offers a Doctoral Program (S3) in Design, which is the only program of its kind in Indonesia.
Meanwhile, the Rector of Sampoerna University, Dr. Wahid Salasi, warmly welcomed the establishment of this partnership. He emphasized that Sampoerna University, particularly through its Visual Communication Design (VCD) Study Program, views this collaboration as a strategic opportunity to strengthen elements of uniqueness and local wisdom in academic development and design practice, in line with the character and strengths consistently upheld by ISI Bali as an arts higher education institution.
On this occasion, the Rector of ISI Bali and the delegation also had the opportunity to visit several learning facilities at Sampoerna University, including design studios, computer laboratories, classrooms, the library, and other supporting academic facilities. This visit is expected to serve as an initial step toward realizing various forms of concrete collaboration between the two institutions in the future.
Photo: FSRD ISI Bali Yudisium, Wednesday (4/2) at the Natya Mandala Building, ISI Bali
The Yudisium of the Faculty of Fine Arts and Design (FSRD), Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI Bali), for the Odd Semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Year, held on Wednesday (4/2) at the Natya Mandala Building, ISI Bali, was particularly significant as it once again marked the largest yudisium ever conducted by FSRD ISI Bali. Following the completion of the ISI Bali Berdampak Final Project Dissemination and the attainment of their final academic assessments, a total of 391 students from nine study programs within FSRD participated in the yudisium. These comprised the Study Programs of Fine Arts (37 students), Craft (11), Interior Design (65), Visual Communication Design (DKV) (106), Photography (28), Fashion Design (71), Film and Television Production (PFTV) (28), as well as the two newest programs—Product Design (22) and Animation (22)—which also produced graduates of the Applied Bachelor (D4) degree.
According to the report delivered by the Vice Dean I of FSRD ISI Bali, who also served as the Chair of the Yudisium Committee, Dr. I Made Pande Artadi, S.Sn., M.Sn., the ISI Bali Berdampak programs that had been implemented included the Independent Study Berdampak Program, Entrepreneurship Berdampak, Internship Berdampak, and Teaching Assistant Berdampak. It is expected that future creative works produced by the graduates will not merely represent aesthetic achievements, but will also embody humanitarian values, provide utility, and generate a meaningful impact on society at large. “Today marks the initial gateway for you to truly Meraya Citta Samasta. Remember that the academic degree you will carry is a responsibility to become individuals who are both solution-oriented and innovative,” Dr. Artadi emphasized.
It was also announced that the top graduates of FSRD ISI Bali from the nine study programs achieved notably high Grade Point Averages (GPAs), ranging from 3.90 to 4.00. Three Best Graduates at the Faculty Level for the Bachelor’s Degree (S1) Program were recognized: Naomi Eunike Erasti Andrianto as Best Graduate I with a GPA of 4.00 from the Craft Study Program; Komang Pradnya Triandana Iswara as Best Graduate II with a GPA of 4.00 from the Interior Design Study Program; and Kadek Candra Purnami as Best Graduate III with a GPA of 4.00 from the Visual Communication Design (DKV) Study Program. In addition, three Best Graduates at the Faculty Level for the Applied Bachelor’s Degree (D4) Program were also awarded: Trixie Liang Gono as Best Graduate I with a GPA of 4.00 and Ni Putu Ayu Sugiari as Best Graduate II with a GPA of 4.00, both from the Fashion Design Study Program; and Gede Bumi Apnala Bayu as Best Graduate III with a GPA of 4.00 from the Film and Television Production (PFTV) Study Program.
Photo: Participants of the FSRD ISI Bali Yudisium, Wednesday (4/2) at the Natya Mandala Building, ISI Bali
Meanwhile, the Best Creative Works were awarded to Shafa Auliapay Aisyah (Fine Arts), I Kadek Yogi Kertayasa (Craft), I Made Bayu Prihanjagat (Interior Design), I Gusti Ayu Agung Ari Yovita Adriani (Visual Communication Design), I Made Surya Hendra Sujana (Photography), Ni Kadek Dwi Astridiani (Fashion Design), Gloriya Trivika (Film and Television), I Putu Gede Osana (Product Design), and I Nyoman Arya Bagus Pangestu (Animation). This year, Naomi Eunike Erasti Andrianto from the Craft Study Program was appointed to represent the graduates in delivering reflections and messages on behalf of the yudisium participants. She conveyed that the academic journey at FSRD was neither as brief nor as effortless as it might appear, highlighting the strong sense of solidarity among her peers who continuously struggled, collaborated, and created together. She expressed her hope that FSRD ISI Bali would continue to serve as a positive role model, progressing with improved facilities that further support academic activities.
“The MBKM program and ISI Bali Berdampak have become essential experiences in our academic journey, as we were entrusted with opportunities to explore and refine our competencies, as well as to engage directly with industry realities, thereby gaining deeper scholarly and professional insights,” Naomi explained.
During the course of the event, several performances—including gamelan music, traditional dance, vocal performances, band music, and acoustic sessions—were presented to entertain the yudisium participants and attending lecturers. The yudisium proceedings were then concluded with closing remarks from the Dean of FSRD, Drs. I Nengah Sudika Negara, M.Erg. He congratulated the students on reaching this long-awaited milestone and expressed his hope that the graduates would continue to maintain strong relationships with one another while upholding the good name of their alma mater in their future endeavors, whether in professional careers or further academic pursuits. “This yudisium marks the end of your journey at FSRD ISI Bali, but also the beginning of your journey beyond it. Never forget your alma mater,” he reminded the graduates.
The Animation Study Program, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, Institut Seni Indonesia Bali, conducted its inaugural Final Project Dissemination for the first cohort of students admitted in 2022. This activity represents a significant milestone in the development of the Animation Study Program at ISI Bali, while simultaneously marking the completion of the students’ academic journey, which spanned approximately three and a half years or seven semesters.
The inaugural Final Project Dissemination was held under the theme “Anima Cinema,” which represents the learning outcomes of the Animation Study Program in the form of animated film works. The entire creative process was implemented in accordance with the ISI Bali Berdampak Curriculum, which emphasizes practice-based learning, collaboration, and alignment with the needs of the professional workforce. Through this scheme, Animation students collaborated with ISI Berdampak partners to gain professional experience relevant to the creative industry.
The Final Project Dissemination took place on 30 January 2026 at the Vicon Room, Citta Kelangen Building, ISI Bali. The dissemination served as an academic presentation forum for students to articulate the creative processes, concepts, and underlying ideas of the animated films they produced.
In this inaugural dissemination, students from the 2022 cohort presented five animated film works, consisting of both two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) animations. These works explored themes related to social impact, environmental impact, and economic impact, conveyed through innovative storytelling approaches grounded in artistic and cultural values.
The implementation of this dissemination is a source of pride for the Animation Study Program, Faculty of Fine Arts and Design, ISI Bali, as it marks the emergence of its first graduates who possess academic competence, creativity, and readiness to contribute to the field of animation and the creative industry. This activity also reflects ISI Bali’s commitment to delivering arts education that is adaptive, relevant, and impactful.
Through this inaugural Final Project Dissemination, ISI Bali extends its appreciation and congratulations to the Animation Study Program students of the 2022 cohort for their academic achievements. It is hoped that this accomplishment will serve as an inspiration for other students and members of the academic community to continue creating, innovating, and enhancing the institution’s reputation at both national and international levels.
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The Craft Study Program of the Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI Bali) conducted a Community Service Program (Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat/PKM) in the form of Basic Ceramic-Making Training for students of SLB Negeri 1 Badung at the junior secondary school (SMP) level, located on Jalan By Pass Ngurah Rai, Nusa Dua, Badung Regency, Bali, on Friday (January 30). The community service activity was attended by 15 students of SLB Negeri 1 Badung and was guided by lecturers involved in the program.
At the opening of the event, the Coordinator of the Craft Study Program of ISI Bali, Dr. Ida Ayu Gede Artayani, S.Sn., M.Sn., explained that the basic ceramic-making training constituted an implementation of the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, specifically in the field of community service, which is routinely carried out each year with varying themes and target groups. The training was not merely an artistic practice activity but also served as a highly beneficial learning medium, particularly for children with special needs. Through hands-on interaction with clay—shaping, pressing, and experiencing its texture—students were trained to develop sensory awareness, fine motor skills, concentration, and self-confidence.
Furthermore, the Head of the Craft Study Program emphasized that every work produced represented a process of learning, self-expression, and self-discovery. Each child is believed to possess unique abilities and potential. It is the responsibility of educators, facilitators, and educational institutions to provide a safe, enjoyable, and meaningful environment in which such potential can develop optimally. Craft art, particularly ceramics, offers an inclusive and humanistic approach to achieving these objectives. At the conclusion of her remarks, she expressed her appreciation to SLB Negeri 1 Badung for the collaboration and expressed hope that the activity would provide new experiences for the students and serve as an initial step toward opening sustainable skill-development opportunities in the future.
On this occasion, the Principal of SLB Negeri 1 Badung conveyed gratitude to the Craft Study Program of ISI Bali for its attention, concern, and partnership through the training activity. The principal also noted that the presence of the Craft Study Program of ISI Bali represented a tangible form of synergy between higher education institutions and special education in creating inclusive and meaningful learning experiences. The basic ceramic training activity was considered to hold significant value, as the process of recognizing and working with clay not only enhances artistic skills but also contributes to the development of sensory abilities, fine motor skills, focus, and self-confidence. Students were given opportunities to express themselves, learn through direct experience, and experience joy in the creative process. The school further hoped that students would gain new learning experiences, while teachers and assistants would acquire additional insights that could be developed in future instructional activities.
The stages of this community service program began with the introduction of ceramic materials and tools, followed by an introduction to basic hand-building ceramic techniques. The activities then continued with practical sessions in creating simple works such as pencil holders, small bowls, or free-form objects, followed by simple finishing and drying processes. The students participated enthusiastically in a cheerful atmosphere and were able to produce fairly good works in accordance with their individual abilities.
Photo: Students of SLB Negeri 1 Badung with their artworks, accompanied by teachers, assistants, and lecturers of the Craft Study Program, Institut Seni Indonesia Bali (ISI Bali), after the training session, Friday (January 30), at SLB Negeri 1 Badung.
Photo: Ceramic artworks created by students of SLB Negeri 1 Badung.
