Madeleine Crothers (Maddie) is an ACICIS alumni who has recently completed the ACICIS Flexible Language Immersion Program (FLIP) in Yogyakarta. She said being on the back of the motorbike was the sweet spot when she was studying in Indonesia. One of her reasons was that she could have a 180º [...]
The Australian Consortium for ‘In-Country’ Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) is very pleased to welcome The University of Newcastle into the consortium. The University of Newcastle becomes the 19th member of ACICIS, joining 16 Australian universities and two international universities. ACICIS is delighted to have The University of Newcastle on board and [...]
As an Indonesian, my initial thought was, why would Australians need to learn Bahasa Indonesia? Wouldn’t it be easier if I just communicate with them in English? Though my way of thinking was dead wrong. It turns out that Australians need to learn Bahasa Indonesia, like Indonesians need to learn [...]
A Message from the Consortium Director ACICIS regards the health and security of our students ‘in-country’ in Indonesia as our first priority. We provide participants with accurate, up-to-date information on the security situation in Indonesia prior to their departure, and provide regular updates on any changes to this assessment. All [...]
This is a story of an ACICIS student who is fascinated by a traditional instrumental ensemble of Indonesia — gamelan. Alexandre Jeanson is currently in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, undertaking Flexible Language Immersion Program (FLIP), a semester-long program in which students can choose a mix of Indonesian language classes and other regular [...]
Dhira Rozaandiar Student Administration Officer (acting) Dhira joins ACICIS as a Program Assistant in 2022 to assist with Tours and Intensive Programs. Dhira holds a Bachelor of Letters from Sanata Dharma University (USD). During his final year, Dhira participated in a one-semester exchange program at Handong Global University, the Republic of Korea, in which he was fully immersed in Korean culture, language, and society. […]
Michelle Tjugito Program Assistant Michelle joins ACICIS as a Program Assistant to assist with the Professional Practicum programs in Jakarta. Michelle earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Atma Jaya Catholic University of Indonesia. From the beginning, she gradually developed her expertise in indigenous, marginalised, and heterogeneous communities. […]
Ario Bimo Seno Program Assistant Ario Bimo (Bimo) is a Corporate Communications Graduate from Atma Jaya Catholic University in 2021. Previously a volunteer as Liaison Officer for ACICIS for Professional Practicum Programs in 2018, 2019, and 2020. Bimo is currently joining the ACICIS team as a Program Assistant based in Jakarta. […]
Gisella Yurisda Rarassari Finance and Administration Officer Giselle joined the ACICIS Finance and Administration department in 2018. She holds a Bachelor degree in Accounting from Universitas Gadjah Mada, Yogyakarta. In 2013, she had the opportunity to participate in a Harvard World Model United Nation (HWMUN), held in Melbourne, Australia, and as a speaker for issues in Special Politics. […]
Berlin Adi Pranedya Marketing and Student Recruitment Officer Berlin holds a Bachelor of Education (English Language Education) from Sanata Dharma University. Prior to joining ACICIS as a Marketing and Student Recruitment Officer, Berlin worked as an Indonesian language instructor for foreigners and has worked with Peace Corps volunteers, diplomats from multiple countries, including Australia, and Fulbright researchers. […]
The Australian Consortium for 'In-Country' Indonesian Studies (ACICIS) is a non-profit consortium of universities that develops and coordinates high quality, in-country study options in Indonesia.
ACICIS programs enhance the student’s educational experience, and produce graduates with the ability to understand the world from a global perspective.
