Four alumni of the UGM Korean Language and Culture Program have successfully passed the selection process for the 2025 Global Korea Scholarship (GKS). They have gone through a long and rigorous selection process and have finally been declared successful in obtaining the opportunity to continue their studies at a higher level in South Korea. Who are they, and what are their impressions of this process? Let’s find out together!
Name: Sindy Novi Nurjanah
Class of: 2018
University and program of study: Kyung Hee University – Korean Language and Literature
Alhamdulillah. Even now, I still can’t believe I’ve become a GKS 2025 awardee and will be heading to Korea. For me, Korea was once just a distant and expensive dream. However, as long as hope is held onto and there’s a willingness to fight, nothing is impossible. Finally, I’ve reached this day. Insha’Allah, I’m ready to learn and grow through many first-time experiences in Korea.
Name: Amirah Ayu Kamilia
Class of: 2018
University and Program of study: Dongguk University – Korean Language Education as a Foreign Language
“Failure is the mother of success.” Failing the GKS-G 2024 exam didn’t make me give up. I realized there was a dream I had to pursue, and alhamdulillah, that dream has now become a reality. Don’t limit your dreams just because you’re afraid of failing. As long as you’re willing to keep moving forward, your dreams are still achievable—because failure isn’t the end, but part of the process toward success.
Name: Irda Julianingsih
Class of: 2020
University and program: Kyungpook National University (KNU) – Korean Language and Literature
Your efforts will never betray you. All of your efforts will pay off. These words truly came true for me. From preparing documents to the interview, it was a long and challenging process, but it all paid off the moment I saw my name on the final announcement. It is a great honor to be selected as a GKS-G 2025 awardee, and this marks a new chapter in my life. I will work hard.
Name: Regita Mutiara Putri
Class of: 2020
University and program: Hanyang University (Seoul Campus) – Media & Communication
The sky isn’t always clear, and the path isn’t always easy. But this time, my small steps have finally reached the starting point of my big dream: becoming a GKS 2025 awardee. Thank you for the unceasing prayers, the hugs when I wanted to give up, and the universe that never stops surprising me. This is not the end, but a new chapter full of hope. Korea, here I come. With a heart ready to learn and dreams ready to grow even higher.
Congratulations and all best wishes to the alumni! May your academic journey in South Korea be smooth and filled with valuable experiences. We look forward to hearing your exciting stories from there!
(Sherina Azmi Ahmad)
