Singaperbangsa Karawang Research Articles

Collaboration and Negotiation Practice by Students in News Production

The competence of Communication Science graduates has not yet met the needs of the mass media industry. Higher education institutions have failed to produce professional and skilled journalists. This research aimed to discover the experience of student negotiation and collaboration during journalism practices. It was a case study with a qualitative-descriptive approach. The informants were 104 students of Communications Science at the University of Singaperbangsa Karawang (Unsika). Data were collected through written interviews with open-ended questions, participatory observations, and document studies. This study examined the informants’ negotiation and collaboration skills in journalistic reporting. The determination of these two skills was developed from the journalist competency standards of the Press Council and was studied using the Negotiation Theory and Collaboration Concept. This study concluded that 27 out of 34 informant groups can conduct distributive bargaining and integrative negotiation in penetrating the source and 15 out of 34 informant groups can establish Group Projects, Cross-Group Collaboration, and Collaborative Projects with fellow group members, cross-groups, and the Student Press Institute (LPM) to publish news.

Respon Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Microgreens Beberapa Varietas Tanaman Caisim (Brassica juncea L.) pada Berbagai Jarak Tanam

The diminishing amount of land available for agriculture and the growing demand for nutritious food have made it necessary to find alternative sources of fresh vegetables. Urban farming, especially the cultivation of microgreens, can help meet this demand. Microgreens offer several advantages, such as time and cost savings, and they require minimal space while growing quickly. However, the optimal spacing for different types of microgreens is not extensively documented, as research on microgreens is still limited in Indonesia. The Brassicaceae family is one of the most commonly cultivated families for microgreens. This study was carried out at Room A, Faculty of Agriculture, Singaperbangsa Karawang University, Campus 2. The experimental method used was a factorial randomized block design (RBD Factorials) with two treatments for varieties and three for spacing, repeated five times, resulting in 30 experimental units. Factor I, Varieties, consisted of v1 (Tosakan) and v2 (Shinta). Factor II, Spacing, consisted of j1 (1 cm x 1 cm), j2 (1 cm x 2 cm), and j3 (2 cm x 2 cm). The data were analyzed using an analysis of variance (Uji F) at a 5% level. If the results of the analysis of variance were significantly different, the study continued with a multiple range test (DMRT) at a 5% level to determine the best-performing treatment. There was an interaction between the treatments for microgreen varieties and spacing on parameters such as plant density, dry weight of the plant, and fresh weight. There was a significant effect of the variety on the parameter of chlorophyll content, and a significant effect of spacing on the parameters of plant growth rate and the age of leaf appearance. Additional types of plants are needed to determine significant differences related to spacing and their interactions.

Respon Pertumbuhan dan Hasil Beberapa Tanaman Microgreens Famili Brassica terhadap Jenis Media Tanam

This research aims to determine the growth of Brassica plant species under various planting media. The study was conducted in a room at Building A, Faculty of Agriculture, Campus 2, Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang, in Margasari Village, East Karawang District, Karawang Regency, West Java. The experiment took place from April to May 2024. The research method employed a Randomized Block Design with a factorial pattern consisting of two factors. The first factor is the Brassica family (t), divided into three levels, while the second factor is the planting media (m), also divided into three levels. There were a total of nine treatments, each repeated three times, resulting in 27 experimental units. Each unit contained seven plant samples. The effects of treatments were analyzed using analysis of variance (ANOVA), and if the F-test at the 5% significance level was significant, a post hoc Duncan Multiple Range Test (DMRT) was conducted. The experimental results showed an interaction between Brassica family and planting media on growth parameters, including plant height growth rate, leaf emergence age, fresh weight, and dry weight. Cabbage plants grown in soil yielded the best results in terms of fresh weight, while purple cabbage plants grown in cocopeat media performed best in terms of dry weight. Radish plants grown in peatmoss media exhibited the best growth rate, leaf emergence age, fresh weight, and dry weight. Broccoli plants grown in soil showed the best results in terms of leaf emergence age, while broccoli plants in cocopeat media excelled in fresh weight.

The Level of Knowledge of Students of Singaperbangsa Karawang University About How First AID When A Sports Injury Occurs

The Level of Knowledge of Students of Singaperbangsa Karawang University About How First AID When A Sports Injury Occurs

Strategi Bersaing antara Produk Susu Ultramilk dan Cimory Menggunakan Teknik Analisis Game Theory dan Marcov Chain

The competition in the Ultramilk milk market is becoming increasingly fierce due to strong competition from various competitors in the dairy processing industry, including brands like Cimory that are becoming more popular among consumers. This research aims to understand how brand switching occurs among Cimory and Ultramilk packaged milk consumers and to identify effective marketing strategies to retain customers. The methods used in processing the research data involve Markov Chain and Game Theory. The research was conducted by distributing questionnaires to Industrial Engineering students of the 2020 class at Singaperbangsa Karawang University. The results of the study indicate that the factors influencing brand switching are the size of the milk packaging. Marketing strategies that need to be improved for both milk products include pricing, flavor variations, packaging, and product availability. From the results of the Markov chain calculations on Ultramilk and Cimory milk, the researchers concluded that the market share forecast for the next 5 years shows an increase in Cimory milk sales by 18% and a decrease in Ultramilk sales by 4%, with variable chances of change each year. Keywords: Game Theory, Markov Chain, Marketing Strategy, Packaging Milk.

Pembinaan di Bidang Pemasaran dan Permodalan kepada Industri Pengolahan Kulit Ikan di Kabupaten Karawang

The production process in the fish processing industry indeed produces waste, including fish skin. The fish skin waste is then processed by the fish skin processing industry, one of which is in Tegalsari Village, Cilamaya Wetan Subdistrict, Karawang Regency, so the waste can be helpful and has more added value. In practice, this industry experiences several problems in its development, especially marketing and capital problems. Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang and other universities took the initiative to hold community service activities, such as coaching for the industry actors. The coaching activity aims to obtain solutions for the fish skin processing industry in this village to the two problems. The coaching method is carried out through counseling for the management of the Berkah Mandiri Women's Cooperative as players in the fish skin processing industry in the village. It requires the involvement of all stakeholders and synergy between them so that the industry's problems can be resolved effectively and thoroughly.

Improving train services to increase student mobility and safety on the Purwakarta-Karawang route

Transportation is essential for the mobility of workers and students, yet many prefer motorcycles over public transportation like trains due to inadequate schedules and limited train availability. This choice contributes to Indonesia's high motorcycle usage and associated traffic accident risks. This study focuses on the Purwakarta-Karawang train route and its impact on student mobility at Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang. Employing a qualitative method with descriptive data collection and SWOT analysis, this research gathers student feedback on current train schedules and their impact on daily commutes. Findings indicate that increasing the number of train schedules could significantly improve student mobility and reduce the reliance on motorcycles, thereby decreasing traffic accidents. Moreover, better train schedules could enhance access to educational and employment opportunities. The study suggests that the local government should consider expanding and optimizing train services to address these issues. This research contributes to the broader field of transportation studies by highlighting the importance of efficient public transport schedules in reducing traffic accidents and supporting student mobility. It emphasizes the need for policy adjustments to improve Indonesia's public transportation infrastructure and services by proposing practical solutions.

Program Design to Improve Punctual Graduates of Students in the Unsika Industrial Engineering Study Program by Using the 5C-4C Knowledge Conversion Method

The Faculty of Engineering, University of Singaperbangsa Karawang (Unsika) was established in 1995, one of which is the S1 Industrial Engineering (IT) Study Program, officially registered in 1996. Currently, the faculty is trying to achieve Superior Accreditation or A. The number of applicants for the Industrial Engineering Study Program will increase in 2023, reaching 891 prospective students through the SNBT route, but the capacity can only accommodate 56 people. However, it is in demand as the 4th out of 29 study programs at Unsika. The increase in the number of students is not in line with the on-time graduation rate. This study aims to identify the results of grouping students of the Industrial Engineering Study Program (S1) using the 5C-4C (Knowledge Conversion) process and then implement the relationship with learning activities for the 2017, 2018 and 2019 batches. Next, the data is transformed into information by using the 5C knowledge conversion method: contextualization, categorization, calculation, correction, and condensing. In order to build a program that increases the percentage of students who graduate on time, this information is transformed into knowledge utilizing the 4C knowledge conversion method: comparison, consequence, connections, and conversation. In this study, the population focus is on students of the Industrial Engineering Study Program from three batches, namely 2014, 2015, and 2016. The results of grouping Industrial Engineering students using the 5C process provide a deep understanding of the characteristics and factors that affect learning achievement. This provides a solid foundation for designing appropriate programs to increase the on-time graduation rate.

Analysis of Student Reading Interest in UNSIKA Library with K-Means Algorithm

This study aims to analyze students' reading interest at the Singaperbangsa Karawang University Library using the K-Means algorithm. The K-Means method is used to group books based on borrowing patterns, so as to provide better insight into students' reading preferences and assist libraries in managing book collections. Book borrowing data was obtained from the university librarian database, while literature study was carried out by studying and looking for references in related journals and literature. After the data is clean and can be processed, the clustering process is carried out using the K-Means algorithm by determining the value of k. The clustering results are displayed in the form of a table showing the groups of books that are frequently borrowed, books with a moderate borrowing frequency, and books that are rarely borrowed by students. Cluster quality evaluation was carried out using the Davies Bouldin value. The findings of this study indicate that the K-Means algorithm is effective in classifying books based on borrowing patterns. With a better understanding of students' reading interest, libraries can optimize the placement of books, increase the availability of books of interest, and develop strategies to increase overall student reading interest. The results of this study make a significant contribution to the development of university libraries and provide useful guidelines for decision-making in library management.

Pengaruh Kompetensi dan Lingkungan Kerja terhadap Kinerja Pegawai Biro SDM Polres Karawang

Viranty Herlyna Putri, 2023. The influence of competency and work environment on employee performance Biro SDM Polres Karawang. Thesis. Faculty of Economics. University of Singaperbangsa Karawang. In this study, it is related to the influence of competency and work environment on employee performance Biro SDM Polres Karawang. The quantitative method used in this study along with descriptive and verification approaches. Quantitative methods are relied on in this case along with descriptive and verification approaches. The primary data relied on in this case, namely questionnaires and unstructured interviews, non-probability sampling technique is the technique for collecting data for this research. Employees at the Karawang Police HR Bureau are the population in this study, with a total of 59 employees, in determining the sample by relying on saturated sampling, there were 59 employees consisting of Polri and ASN or PNS Polri. The success of this research using Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel and SPSS 24. In this study, it provides the fact that there is a significant parcial effect on the competence variable of 0,41% and the work environment variable of 44,1% on employee performance at Biro SDM Polres Karawang. Furthermore, there is a simultaneous effect on competence and work environment variables on the performance of Biro SDM Polres Karawang with simultaneous value contribution reaching 74,4% and the remaining 25,6% is contribution of other variables not examined in this study.

Studi Fenomenologi Unpaid Intership di Kalangan Mahasiswa Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang

Entering the world of work, one of the important steps that every individual must go through is to take part in an apprenticeship program. Training is conducted in a work environment with direct instructor guidance and supervision through an integrated training system. This research uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. The theory used in this research is Alfred Schutz's phenomenological theory. The subjects in this study amounted to four resource persons selected based on certain criteria, namely students of Singaperbangsa University of Karawang who had participated in unpaid intership activities. Data collection techniques used were in-depth interviews, observation, and literature study. The purpose of this study was to determine the motives, meanings, and communication experiences of Singaperbangsa Karawang University students participating in unpaid intership activities. The results stated that there were several motives, meanings and communication experiences known from each informant. There are two motives, the first is the cause motive, which is due to an obligation to fulfill courses and work systems and affordable scope. Second, the purpose motive is to increase self-potential. The meaning obtained is that informants think that it is okay to take part in unpaid internships as long as they know their own capacity and do not harm themselves. And the experience of participating in unpaid internship activities as a means of learning how to work, learning how to work, and learning how to work

Students’ Perception Towards The Use Of Zoom Meeting For Online Learning In Teaching English Speaking Skill In Times Of Covid-19

This article examines students’ perception of using Zoom Meeting for online learning in teaching English speaking skill. Qualitative descriptive method was used to find out students’ perception related to the use of Zoom Meeting during learning speaking. The data collection used was collected by creating a questionnaire that consisted of 15 statements. The questionnaire was distributed via Google Form. The participants of this study were students of English Education Department from Singaperbangsa Karawang University which is selected randomly about 9 students from second semester students. The result showed that the use of Zoom Meeting for online learning in teaching English speaking skills give positive and negative impacts. Zoom Meeting applications make them understand some speaking class learning materials easily. However, in the other case, most of the students were bored with the implementation of online classes and lost of motivation to study during the COVID-19 pandemic.

PERSONAL COMPETENCIES OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING STUDENT GRADUATES BEFORE ENTERING THE WORLD OF WORK

To be able to survive in a world of work that changes and develops dynamically, humans are required to continue to improve their abilities periodically. Companies not only require good academic skills but also additional skills that support the company's needs. Relevant abilities (hard skills) balanced with qualified interpersonal skills (soft skills) will be very helpful in work. This ability is useful for creating career opportunities or improving career paths. So, students are required to have quality personal abilities before entering the workforce. The purpose of scientific writing is to provide a description of the self-competencies needed by a chemical engineering graduate as evaluation material for preparation for entering the real world of work. soft skills needed by a chemical engineering graduate, such as analytical skills, problem-solving skills, good communication skills, teamwork, and leadership skills. In this era of globalization, communication skills intersect with foreign language skills such as English and Japanese. Some multinational companies expect their employees to be able to speak foreign languages for the smooth operation of the company. Various efforts have been made by Chemical Engineering at Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang in order to accommodate students and help them develop their potential. Through several activities such as chemical engineering software training, procurement of foreign language classes, and routinely holding public lectures by presenting practitioner teachers from companies. It is hoped that chemical engineering graduates from Universitas Singaperbangsa Karawang will have sufficient provisions to face the world of work.

Pengaruh Word Of Mouth terhadap Keputusan Mahasiswi Fisip Unsika Membeli Produk Kosmetik Hanasui Mattedorable Lip Cream Boba Edition

This research aims to determine the influence of Word of Mouth on the decision college students Faculty of Social Science and Political science Singaperbangsa Karawang University to buy the Hanasui Mattedorable Lip Cream Boba Edition cosmetic product. The research object is word of mouth as the (independent variable) and buying decisions as the (dependent variable) and use Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM). The research method used is quantitative method with a survey design for 88 college students respondents who knew and had purchased the Hanasui Mattedorable Lip Cream Boba Edition cosmetic product. The questionnaire was used to measure how much influence word of mouth had on Unsika FISIP students in making purchasing decisions. The analysis technique used is Simple Linear Regression. The result of this research was that the word of mouth had a significant effect on purchasing desicision. Three variables that are believed to be indicators of word of mouth, namely discussing, recommending, encouraging. The research results of hypothesis testing recommend variables have no influence on purchasing decisions, while the variables discussing and encouraging influence purchasing decisions. Based on the results of the coefficient of determination test, it shows that word of mouth has a significant influence of 54.8% on purchasing decisions

DIGITAL MARKETING MANAGEMENT TRAINING FOR FAMILY WELFARE EMPOWERMENT MEMBERS IN BANDUNG REGENCY

There is no denying that the COVID-19 pandemic, which broke out at the start of 2020, had an influence on Indonesia's family economy, both positively and negatively. A decline in family income levels is one of the COVID-19 pandemic's negative effects on Indonesian families, although there are also beneficial effects, such as increased usage of digital technologies worldwide, including in Indonesia. Teaching women how to be productive without having to leave the house while still being able to fulfil their responsibilities as mothers is one of the answers suggested by academics from Singaperbangsa Karawang University. This time at the community service, the volunteer proposes a way to improve mothers' knowledge by giving them training in operating digital stores using their social media. This service will be provided to mothers who are members of the Bandung Regency Family Empowerment and Welfare Group of mothers. Participants in this programme should gain an understanding of how women can manage digital shops to boost family income.

Hiperrealitas dalam Media Sosial


 This study reviews the phenomenon of hyperreality which has now become part of people's lifestyles, especially social media users, namely the phenomenon of makan cantik. This study uses a qualitative method to view and describe the process of makan cantik on social media among female students of the 2019 Communication Science Study Program, Singaperbangsa Karawang University as a hyperreality phenomenon. This study aims to determine whether there is a value discrepancy between what is uploaded on social media, and what actually is. Makan cantik is a simulation activity to show a certain image through social media which is considered to represent an upper-class lifestyle. Makan cantik often try to display only the best sides of food uploaded on social media which can not only increase the attractiveness of food and public interest in the food, but also show a classy lifestyle side. Where in the makan cantik activities that are uploaded on social media, there are conditions that turn out to be different from the reality. Where they will create video or photo content that shows the side of pleasure to the quality of the food that is uploaded. Therefore, currently social media no longer always displays reality so that the phenomenon of hyperreality is created.
 Keywords: hyperreality, beautiful eating, social media

Presentasi Diri dan Praktik Hustle Culture pada Mahasiswa

This research is motivated by the hustle culture phenomenon which is now starting to spread among university students. In this study, researchers tried to discuss the hustle culture phenomenon from a student's point of view. This study uses a qualitative method with a phenomenological approach. The theory used in this study is the theory of phenomenology according to Alfred Schutz and the theory of self presentation. The purpose of this research is to find out how communication experience is, what are the meanings and motives of Communication students at Singaperbangsa Karawang University to experience a hustle culture by participating in various activities outside of their lecture activities such as being active in campus organizations, activities and/or work while studying. The results of the study stated that there were differences in communication experiences, meanings and motives that were known from informants, including the communication experiences experienced, namely: positive communication experiences, experienced by informants while undergoing a hustle culture, communication experiences before and after undergoing a hustle culture, reduced communication experience during breaks and interactions with friends and family, decreased health communication experience at certain moments when living in a hustle culture and known motives, namely because motives is social motives is productivity motives, self-confidence motives and objective motives (in-Order Motive), among others motives improvement in soft skills, networking and financial motives as well as a hustle culture which is interpreted by learning and practicing knowledge, maximizing one's time and potential, getting to know the world of work, feeling joy and proud. 
 Keywords: Communication experiences, motives, meaning, hustle culture, students

Training on the Basic Communication Development and Basic Teaching Skills at the 3rd Batch of Basic Instructional Technique Skills Improvement Training (PEKERTI) at the University of Bengkulu

This training aims to train lecturers in developing the basics of Communication and Basic Teaching Skills in PEKERTI (Basic Instructional Engineering Skills Improvement) Batch 3 2023 activities. The activity was carried out in May 2023 at the University of Bengkulu, with 53 participants in the training who were lecturers from the Singaperbangsa Karawang University College. The research instrument used was a closed questionnaire with four answer choices. The data analysis technique used is descriptive statistical analysis. PEKERTI participant response analysis related to training activities was carried out on the data obtained as a percentage. Percentages are obtained based on modified Likert Scale calculations. The research results show that almost 80% of the respondents were in the Strongly Agree category based on the guidelines in Table 4 of the Likert scale interpretation. Moreover, only one respondent is in disagree category. In other words, the respondents who were the sample in this study only gave answers that strongly agreed and agreed to the 52 positive statements submitted in the questionnaire developed regarding training on Basic Communication Development and Basic Teaching Skills at the 3rd Batch of Basic Instructional Technique Skills Improvement Training (PEKERTI) at the University of Bengkulu. In conclusion, the training for developing the Basics of Communication and Basic Teaching Skills in PEKERTI Batch 3 at the University of Bengkulu received a positive response from the participants.

Virtual reality-based tabata training: a professional method for changing levels physical fitness and psychological well-being on student-athletes

Background and Study Aim. Physical fitness and psychological well-being of student-athletes had decreased significantly and became the main problem in this study. This study aims to investigate the effect of virtual reality-based Tabata training to increase the level of physical fitness and psychological well-being through a mixed method.
 Material and Methods. This study used a mixed method. The participants involved in this study were student-athletes (n=40) at Singaperbangsa Karawang University (Indonesia). Quantitative instruments used to measure physical fitness include 20 m shuttle run, 30 m sprint run, horizontal jump and leg dynamometer. While the qualitative instrument used to measure student-athlete perceptions through in-depth interviews for 30 minutes. Quantitative statistical analysis through IBM SPSS was used to find the mean and standard deviation. Independent samples t-test was used to test the difference in values between the experimental and control groups before and after the experiment. Meanwhile, the Paired samples t-test was used to investigate the effect of this training, both in the experimental and control groups. Qualitative statistical analysis was carried out qualitatively thematically, namely the results of in-depth interviews were coded and categorized into three themes.
 Results. There were several finding in quantitative research. First, there was no difference in physical fitness or psychological well-being between the experimental and control groups before the experiment (p>0.05). Second, there were differences in the values of physical fitness and psychological well-being between the experimental and control groups after the experimental program (p<0.05). Third, there was a significant effect in the experimental group on the level of physical fitness and psychological well-being (p<0.05) and the control group also showed an effect on changes in physical fitness and psychological well-being but smaller than the experimental group (p<0.05). In Qualitative research, student-athletes provided positive perceptions about virtual reality-based Tabata training which was easy, efficient and effective, fun and encouraged them to be more active. Negative perceptions were not all student-athletes and universities were equipped with virtual reality facilities. It must carried out in a location or place that was completely safe or far from vehicles.
 Conclusions. Our mixed study confirms that virtual reality-based Tabata training had positive effect to change the level of physical fitness and psychological well-being among student-athletes.

PENINGKATAN MUTU DOSEN DALAM PROSES PEMBELAJARAN DI UNIVERSITAS

This research aims to study and analyze in depth about improving the quality of lecturers in the learning process at the university which is focused on university policies and programs in improving lecturer qualifications and competencies in terms of seven quality elements. The method used is a qualitative method with a case study approach in 27 study programs at the University of Singaperbangsa Karawang, and involves elements of leadership, quality control units, lecturers and students as research participants. The results of this study indicate that the university has implemented policies and programs to improve the qualifications and competencies of lecturers, but overall the results have not shown superior quality in accordance with the quality standards of lecturers that have been set as a prerequisite in organizing a quality learning process at the university. Seven quality elements to improving lecturer qualifications and competencies namely quality philosophy, quality standards, quality policy objectives, quality structure, processes quality, quality control cycle and quality assessment, so that it increasingly meets the prerequisites for organizing a quality learning process.