Julian Algaza, Psychology student Universitas Muhammadiyah Lampung (UML), get the national achievement in the 1st place of Psychophoto. The announcement was conducted online. Based on an interview with the Public Relations of UML on Thursday (10/06), Julian Algaza explained his experience chronologically. At first, the Psychology UML sent their three students to follow three different categories, namely psychophoto, storytelling, and Mental Health video promotion.
The Lecturer of Psychology Faculty, Sovi Septiania MSi, guided this psychopoto category. She aimed to convey the right message that the mental health concept portrayed in the photo. The Psychology Department Association of Muhammadiyah-’Aisyiyah Higher Education Institutions (APSI-PTMA) was the competition organizer. Approximately 18 representatives of the Indonesian campus followed the competition.
Gaza, in more detail, explained the psychophoto named “Menggapai Asa Masa Depan” (Pursue The Future Dream) told about a child as the future generation of a nation should have the opportunity to play based on his developmental age. This opportunity could be in providing their right as a child. “Alhamdulillah, I achieved 1st place in psychophoto category,” he said. Gaza expected that he could share his talent in photography in the Student Activity Unit (UKM) in the university to encourage other students to embrace their talent and interest.
The Rector of UML, Dr H Dalman, MPd expected that this national achievement could bring advantages, significantly contributing to the national achievement of UML students. “I hope UML rising in prominence and progressive,” he said. Dalman added that the students should keep motivated and be aware of the opportunities in all activities and works.