Venue: The Johannes Oentoro Library, Lippo Village
Description:
Today, July 3, 2025, Johannes Oentoro Library had the opportunity to receive a visit from Pelita Bangsa University Library. In his speech, Pak Hendra Thamrindinata as the first Vice President of Universitas Pelita Harapan expressed his hope for the library as a unit that is able to increase the understanding of the academic community (teaching lecturers, academic staff, and students) towards literacy while encouraging a love of books in the campus environment.
Pak Dhama in the discussion also emphasized the paradigm shift of libraries and librarians from a passive role as information and collection managers to a more active role through active learning of various technologies including artificial intelligence-based technologies that emerged as the spirit of the 21st century so that libraries and librarians are still relevant and needed in society.
During this visit, the two libraries exchanged ideas, experiences, and knowledge with the same goal of improving the quality of library services not only in the campus environment but also bringing bigger dreams, namely to contribute to advancing libraries in Indonesia.
The rapid development of technology has introduced various artificial intelligence (AI) tools designed to support the academic writing process, making it more effective and efficient. In response to this, ONE UPH Library, in collaboration with UPH HRD, organized a workshop focused on introducing AI tools that can assist in different stages of academic writing.
The session covered several AI platforms, including ChatGPT, Elicit, Perplexity, Consensus, and Scispace for generating ideas and drafting articles more efficiently; ResearchRabbit and Connected Papers for discovering academic literature relevant to research topics; ChatPDF, PopAI, and DocAnalyzer to assist in reading and analyzing scientific papers; as well as Grammarly and Quillbot for improving grammar, structure, and overall writing quality.
This workshop aimed to equip participants with the practical skills to utilize these AI tools for idea generation, literature discovery, article analysis, and enhancing writing accuracy and style.
Participants showed great enthusiasm throughout the session and left with not only new knowledge and skills but also increased confidence and motivation to integrate AI tools into their writing process, enabling them to produce academic work more effectively and efficiently.
Venue: ONE UPH Library (Jakarta, Medan, and Surabaya)
Description:
This year, the library hosted LIBANEV with the theme of "A Mind of Excellence: Upholding the Integrity". As an annual event spanning the 2024/2025 academic year, the library organized a webinar titled "Integritas Akademik dalam Perspektif Alkitab," which explored academic integrity from a biblical perspective. The webinar featured two speakers and aimed to deepen the understanding of both students and lecturers regarding academic integrity and how this value can harmonize with biblical teachings.
In addition to the webinar, the library also organized a talk show that discussed librarians' role as key pillars in upholding academic integrity. This event helped current and aspiring librarians recognize their crucial responsibilities in maintaining academic standards within their institutions.
LIBANEV also included two competitive events. The first was the Scholar Integrity Quest, an educational game show designed to teach information literacy and academic integrity. This event was held in collaboration with the Communication Studies Department of UPH, with two classes participating in a one-day game show experience. The event successfully engaged students in a fun and interactive way, enhancing their understanding of key topics, particularly as they prepared for their final papers.
The second competitive event was the Public Service Announcement (PSA) Competition, themed "Kearifan Lokal pada Masyarakat Multikultural" (Local Wisdom in a Multicultural Society). This national competition invited university students across Indonesia to submit their best PSA projects in video format. The winners were as follows:
- First Place: Team Aosogi, Politeknik Bandung
Team: Aosogi
University: Politeknik Bandung
Total Prize: IDR 5,000K
- Second Place: Team S-H, Universitas Pelita Harapan
Team: S-H
University: Universitas Pelita Harapan
Total Prize: IDR 3,750K
- Third Place: Team JBM Squad, Politeknik Bandung
Team: JBM Squad
University: Politeknik Bandung
Total Prize: IDR 2,500K
In addition to the main competition winners, we are also proud to announce the recipients of special awards for this year:
- Best Papers Category:
First Place – Best Paper Category
Team: Angelina, Clara, Pasra
University: Universitas Pelita Harapan
Total Prize: IDR 1,500K
Second Place – Best Paper Category
Team: Vokasinema
University: Institut Seni Indonesia Yogyakarta
Total Prize: IDR 1,000K
- Winner of the Most Favorite Video Award:
Team: From Zero to Hero
University: Universitas Nasional
Total Prize: IDR 750K
- Second Place – Most Favorite Video Category
Team: Soul of Language
University: Universitas Nasional
Total Prize: IDR 500K
LIBANEV concluded with a week-long celebration titled "Library Celebration Week," held on 16-20 June 2025 which focused on a series of activities designed for the UPH academic community. These activities included an eco-print workshop, book review session, photo challenge competition, book exhibition event that organized by UPH Press, and board games provided for the UPH's academic community to enjoy.
The Library Celebration Week culminated with an appreciation event dedicated to all participants, particularly the winners of the previously held, Public Service Announcement (PSA) Competition. Each winner from the various categories, including the Top Patron (Most Book Borrower), received appreciation prizes in recognition of their outstanding achievements.
ONE UPH Library: Jakarta Campus
- Top Patron – Lecturer : Stephanie Theodora Mulyono, S.ST., M.M.
- Top Patron – Student : Grace Angelica Christy
ONE UPH Library: Medan Campus
- Top Patron – Lecturer : Nanda Putra Saragi, S.Ak., M.Si.
- Top Patron – Student : Claureria Angie
ONE UPH Library: Surabaya Campus
- Top Patron – Lecturer : Dr.Evi Kongres,S.H.,M.Kn
- Top Patron – Student : Fitriah Rani
A short preview of the LIBANEV 2024-2025 activities is available through the link provided below.
The following pictures are some documentation related to the event that has been held
One UPH Library sincerely appreciates the opportunity to host LIBANEV throughout the year and extends heartfelt thanks to all of our sponsors, our internal and external partners, and collaborators who contributed to the successful execution of these events. We'll see you later on the next LIBANEV !
To strengthen the vital role of school libraries in education, the One UPH Library recently held a special training program for Teacher Librarians called the Ezra Training Program. The training brought together passionate educators from various schools who share a common mission—transforming their libraries into thriving centres of knowledge, creativity, and literacy.
Held on 26-28 May 2025 at The Johannes Oentoro Library, the training provided a space where theory met practice. From early morning sessions to engaging group discussions, the atmosphere was filled with energy and enthusiasm. Participants were eager to learn, connect, and find new ways better to serve their school communities through effective library management.
Pak Hendra Thamrin said in the opening session that literacy services are still crucial in this A.I. era. "We knew there were a lot of tools to help us with our research, but humans still cannot interchangeable, and in Christianity, we are taught to not only boast of our conduct, but we need to learn more within the bible; as this program called Ezra who called in the Bibles as the priest and scribe of the Law of the God of heaven (Sofer) we as Christian need to deep our literacies skills," Pak Hendra said.
He also mentions that Pak Dhama and Its teams have contributed significantly to literacy, especially in Indonesia. “In this AI era, teacher librarians are irreplaceable and a good effort to anticipate, to direct, and to give the best literacies services in every library, cause it still relevant to this age", Pak Hendra said.
The Ezra Training Program focused on several key areas: information literacy, library promotion, cataloguing, circulation systems, and the broader principles of managing a school library. These are not just technical skills but essential tools for turning a quiet room full of books into an active learning hub for students and teachers alike.
Behind the scenes, a team of dedicated trainers—experts in library science and education—guided the sessions carefully. They didn't just present slides or instructions; they shared experiences, sparked ideas, and created an environment where every question mattered. Through hands-on activities and real-world examples, the trainers helped participants grasp the "how" and the "why" of good library practices.
The heart of the event lay in its purpose: to empower. School libraries are more important than ever in today's fast-changing educational landscape. They are gateways to digital literacy, information skills, and independent thinking. With this training, the organizers hoped to ignite a sense of confidence and inspiration among Teacher Librarians and help them realize that they are not just keepers of books but leaders in learning.
By the end of the training, participants walked away with more than just new knowledge. They carried fresh ideas, practical tools, and a renewed sense of purpose. Most importantly, they left knowing they were part of a larger story—a community of educators working together to shape the future of school libraries, one book, one student, and one idea at a time.
Recognizing the growing need for awareness and understanding of academic integrity, One UPH Library organized a treasure hunt competition that combined the six pillars of academic integrity with information literacy. Titled Scholar Integrity Quest: The Game of Wits, the event took place at The Johannes Oentoro Library on Saturday, February 15, 2025, and attracted over 60 enthusiastic students.
The competition was executed successfully, with participants expressing their enjoyment of the experience. One participant remarked, “This game challenged our information literacy skills while deepening our understanding of academic integrity.”
The event concluded with the announcement of three winners. The first-place winner shared that the competition not only enhanced their information literacy skills but also increased their awareness of the six pillars of academic integrity. One UPH Library hopes that through this initiative, all participants have gained valuable knowledge to help them recognize and avoid actions that compromise academic integrity.
Venue: Daerah Istimewa Yogyakarta (UGM, UMY, UAJY, dan USD)
Description:
The UPH Library conducted a benchmarking study of several libraries in the Special Region of Yogyakarta last December 2024. This initiative aims to enhance the library's services, programs, and facilities for its users from learning with other libraries. Among the libraries visited were those recognized for their prestigious programs at the national level, such as the Sanata Dharma University Library, which won first place in the 2024 Higher Education Library Innovation Competition. Other notable institutions included Gadjah Mada University Library and Muhammadiyah University of Yogyakarta Library, which excel in cultural preservation and archiving. Atma Jaya University Library offers an engaging literacy program and effective social media management.
Based on this benchmarking activity, the UPH Library is committed to improving and adopting new programs and services to better serve its users' needs. The library hopes this benchmarking effort will foster positive relationships between libraries in Indonesia.
Over the past three years, the UPH Faculty of Law, UPH Library, and Hukum Online have collaborated to provide valuable services and information regarding criminal, civil, and business law through the Hukum Online portal. This portal is accessible via the UPH Library website. In response to the high interest and usage by UPH students and lecturers, we are pleased to announce the opening of the Hukum Online Corner on the 3rd floor of The Johannes Oentoro Library. This dedicated space offers enhanced services and access compared to the previous portal.
Equipped with Hukumonline ASK AI, the Hukum Online Corner assists students and lecturers in finding information on Indonesian law topics and helps them with assignments. Additionally, it provides full premium access, surpassing the previous access level.
The Hukum Online Corner also encourages students, lecturers, and staff to subscribe for free to Hukum Online premium stories (using UPH email only) and to receive the latest newsletters about Indonesian law. Premium story subscriptions can be activated through the link:bit.ly/aktivasi-hukumonline. We hope that this new corner will make studying more manageable and enjoyable for our law students.
One UPH Library competed in the national arena against 9 of the best universities in Indonesia, including Institut Agama Islam Negeri Langsa, Politeknik Internasional Bali, Politeknik Kesehatan Kemenkes Semarang, Universitas Andalas, Universitas Brawijaya, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia, Universitas Sanata Dharma, and Universitas Telkom. The One UPH Library won 2nd Runner-up in the Higher Education Library Innovation Competition held by the National Library of the Republic of Indonesia.
One UPH Library introduced the Collaborative Approach Innovation for Improving Digital Competence and Academic Writing of Lecturers program at this event. This program focuses on enhancing the academic writing skills of lecturers and teachers at UPH in the current era through collaboration between the Library and the Human Resources Department.
The results achieved by the UPH Library have motivated it to continue providing innovative and excellent service to the entire UPH academic community in the future.
