I shared my experiences in accomplishing a PhD study with young lecturers of Universitas Kristen Satya Wacana (UKSW) in Salatiga. Around 50 young lecturers were there, enthusiastically listened to my stories. I also gave some tips and tricks in securing scholarships.
The event was fun and with full supports from Madam Rector Intiyas. I just realized that she is the first female rector of UKSW. Such a courageous and brilliant lady with progressive minds. It seems that she is also close to her colleagues, young lecturers at UKSW. She was there all the time during my session to show her full support.
Before the session, Rector Intiyas also took me to a cafe she manages. It was a relatively old house with various kinds of arts. I found a great number of paintings, antiquate collections, statues and some others. It really feels like a combination of classic values, strong tradition and contemporary art. The rector informed me how she has been producing works and policies while siting there at the cafe while enjoying coffee, traditional music, and the aroma of incense sticks.