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PRESERVING CULTURAL HERITAGE THROUGH CUISINE: SYMBOLIC MEANINGS OF NASI HADAP-HADAPAN IN MALAY WEDDINGS IN TANJUNG BALAI Lubis, Suci Ramadhani; Purwarno, Purwarno; Sahri, Zulfan; Suhendi, Andang
JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE Vol 7, No 2: November 2025
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30743/jol.v7i2.12037

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Food plays a pivotal role in the construction of cultural identity and the preservation of intangible heritage across societies. This study explores the symbolic meanings embedded in the Nasi Hadap-Hadapan tradition, a central element in Malay wedding rituals in Tanjung Balai, North Sumatra. The practice of Nasi Hadap-Hadapan—a ceremonial meal shared by the bride, groom, and their families—represents not only a social gathering but also a transmission of philosophical values and cultural wisdom. Using a qualitative descriptive method, data were collected through interviews with cultural practitioners, community elders, and government officials, complemented by participant observation. The findings reveal that each component of the food—such as rice, ayam masak bulat (whole chicken), assorted cakes, sweets, and vegetables—carries symbolic meanings that reflect prosperity, harmony, perseverance, and readiness for married life. Despite its deep cultural significance, the tradition is increasingly perceived as a form of entertainment rather than a sacred practice, largely due to modernization and diminishing intergenerational knowledge. This article argues that revitalizing and contextualizing Nasi Hadap-Hadapan is essential for safeguarding Malay intangible heritage while reinforcing social cohesion in multicultural Indonesia.
ANDALIMAN: HARMONIZATION OF SPICES WITH BATAK CULTURE Puji Hariati; Purwarno Purwarno
Indonesian EFL Journal Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : University of Kuningan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/ieflj.v11i2.11673

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This research aims to describe the relationship among ecolinguistics, andaliman, and Batak Culture. It explains how andaliman as Batak’s spices can hold ecolinguistics and Batak Culture. This study employs a qualitative research approach where the data is taken from observation, interviews, and documentation. The finding indicates that in Batak culture, andaliman is not just a culinary ingredient but also an important part of traditional rituals and festivities. The spice is deeply ingrained in the cultural identity of the Batak people such as: Social Interaction, Batak’s Connection to Nature, Respect for Natural Resources, Spiritual Beliefs, Modern Batak Culture, Preserving Tradition in a Modern World, Andaliman in Tourism, and Cultural Connector. It means that andaliman and and Batak culture is not only ecological but also linguistic and symbolic. Andaliman holds cultural significance to be tied to local stories, practices, and beliefs about the plant's power. The symbolic value of andaliman in these contexts goes beyond its flavor and is woven into the cultural fabric of Batak life. Language functions as a vehicle for passing down traditional ecological knowledge, ensuring the continued use and conservation of plants like andaliman. plays a significant role in shaping attitudes toward the sustainable harvesting of plants like andaliman. The way elders talk about andaliman could serve as a cultural guide to ensuring that its use is sustainable and harmonious with nature.
Representations of Feminism in Linda Howard’s Cry No More: A Sara Mills Feminist Stylistics Analysis Chairani, Sri; Manugeren, M; Arafah, Burhanuddin; Purwarno, Purwarno
Lingua Susastra Vol 6, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Departemen Bahasa dan Sastra Indonesia dan Daerah

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.24036/ls.v6i2.498

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This study examines the representation of feminism in Linda Howard’s novel Cry No More using Sara Mills’ Feminist Stylistics model. Situated within the romance thriller genre, the novel offers a productive site to explore how female agency is negotiated between empowerment and vulnerability. The data consist of selected narrative units featuring the protagonist, Milla Edge, which are analyzed through lexical and syntactic categorization focusing on Subject–Object positioning and reader positioning. The analysis reveals three dominant patterns: Milla is constructed as an active Subject through high-transitivity verbs and agentic nominalizations in her role as leader of the “Finders” organization; she is simultaneously rendered an Object via passive structures and a lexicon of suffering; and key resolutions of the plot often depend on male protectors. These findings demonstrate that Milla’s agency functions as “negotiated empowerment,” thereby contributing to feminist Critical Discourse Analysis of popular fiction by showing how patriarchal norms are both challenged and reproduced at the level of linguistic choice.
Disability and Structural Injustice in Miracle in Cell No. 7: A Critical Disability Analysis Efrizah, Doni; Pebriani, Dela; Puspita, Clara; Purwarno, Purwarno
JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE Vol 8, No 1: May 2026
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30743/jol.v8i1.13273

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This study examines how intellectual disability and structural injustice are constructed in Miracle in Cell No. 7, directed by Hanung Bramantyo. It aims to analyze the discursive construction of disability and the reproduction of structural discrimination within legal and social contexts. Using a qualitative research design with a critical discourse analysis approach, this study applies Critical Disability Theory to interpret selected dialogues and key scenes that reflect power relations and institutional practices within the narrative. The findings reveal that intellectual disability is constructed as deviance within legal discourse, leading to discursive marginalization and the denial of agency. Discrimination operates structurally through institutional mechanisms such as coercive interrogation, lack of accommodation, and biased legal procedures within the criminal justice system. At the social level, stigma and dominant cultural narratives construct disability as a marker of danger and incompetence, reinforcing exclusion and legitimizing injustice. The novelty of this study lies in highlighting how cinematic narratives reproduce institutionalized ableism across both legal and social domains. It contributes to Critical Disability Studies by emphasizing discrimination as a multidimensional and structurally embedded phenomenon shaped by power relations. Practically, the study underscores the need for disability-inclusive legal frameworks and increased social awareness to promote justice, equality, and dignity for persons with disabilities.
A Sociological Analysis of Child Abuse and Psychological Trauma in Colleen Hoover’s Hopeless Ramadani, Nadya; Purwarno, Purwarno
JOURNAL OF LANGUAGE Vol 8, No 1: May 2026
Publisher : Universitas Islam Sumatera Utara

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30743/jol.v8i1.13211

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This study examines the representation of child abuse in Hopeless by Colleen Hoover, focusing on the experiences of the protagonist, Sky Davis, also known as Hope. It aims to identify the forms of child abuse depicted in the novel and to analyze their psychological effects on the main character. In this research, child abuse is defined as any form of maltreatment inflicted upon a child, including physical and emotional abuse, educational and medical neglect, and sexual violence. Using a qualitative research design, the data were collected from relevant quotations and significant narrative events in the novel. The analysis is based on the theoretical frameworks of child abuse proposed by Siswanto (2007) and Shackelford (2021). The findings reveal that Sky is a victim of sexual abuse committed by her biological father during her childhood. This traumatic experience leaves profound and lasting psychological scars, significantly influencing her emotional and behavioral development. As a result, Sky exhibits symptoms of phobia, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and aggressive behavioral tendencies. Ultimately, the novel vividly portrays the devastating long-term impact of child abuse on an individual's mental health, personal identity, and capacity to form healthy interpersonal relationships.
Feminist Perspectives on Domestic Violence in the Film Adaptation of It Ends with Us By Justin Baldoni Purwarno Purwarno; Nabila Feby Feby Erika Br Pa; Raissa Septy Zarfiana
Edulitics (Education, Literature, and Linguistics) Journal Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025): July - December 2025
Publisher : Prodi Pendidikan Bahasa Inggris, Fakultas Keguruan dan Ilmu Pendidikan, Universitas Islam Darul Ulum Lamongan*

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52166/edulitics.v10i2.10011

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Domestic violence is a widespread social problem that disproportionately affects women and reflects deep-seated gender inequalities embedded in personal, cultural, and institutional structures. Feminist theory offers a critical lens for understanding how patriarchal norms and unequal power dynamics normalize abusive behavior while restricting victims’ access to justice and support. This study explores the feminist representation of domestic violence in the film It Ends with Us, adapted from Colleen Hoover’s bestselling novel, which has drawn significant attention for its portrayal of intimate partner abuse. Using a qualitative approach grounded in feminist criticism, the research examines the film’s depiction of physical violence, emotional manipulation, coercive control, and the psychological complexities faced by survivors. The narrative follows Lily Bloom, a woman trapped in a cycle of affection and harm, whose experiences highlight the intergenerational transmission of trauma and the lingering effects of witnessing violence in childhood. Her journey reflects the difficult process of asserting identity and agency within an abusive relationship. The analysis considers cinematic and narrative techniques such as framing, symbolism, dialogue, and character development to assess how the film shapes audience empathy and understanding. It also evaluates whether the film challenges or reinforces traditional gender roles and societal misconceptions surrounding domestic abuse. The findings suggest that It Ends with Us has meaningful potential to raise awareness, influence public conversation, and support feminist advocacy aimed at confronting patriarchal structures. Ultimately, the study argues that the film demonstrates the transformative capacity of feminist storytelling to encourage social reflection and empower survivors.
MENINGKATKAN KETERAMPILAN BERBICARA BAHASA INGGRIS DI KALANGAN SISWA SMA MELALUI DISKUSI DAN DEBAT Puji Hariati; Nurmayana Nurmayana; Purwarno Purwarno; Purwanto Siwi; Sri Handayani; Nurhalimah Nurhalimah
Community Development Journal : Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 6 No. 2 (2025): Volume 6 No. 2 Tahun 2025
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/cdj.v6i2.43777

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Pengabdian ini bertujuan untuk mengukur efektivitas metode diskusi dan debat dalam meningkatkan keterampilan berbicara bahasa Inggris di kalangan siswa SMA Yayasan Pendidikan Nazhirul Asrofi. Dalam konteks globalisasi, kemampuan berkomunikasi dalam bahasa Inggris sangat penting bagi siswa untuk berkompetisi di dunia internasional. Namun, banyak siswa yang masih mengalami kesulitan dalam berbicara dengan lancar dan percaya diri. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini mengimplementasikan metode diskusi dan debat sebagai sarana untuk meningkatkan keterampilan berbicara siswa. Pengabdian ini menggunakan pendekatan mixed methods, dengan kombinasi penelitian kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Subjek penelitian adalah siswa kelas XI SMA Yayasan Pendidikan Nazhirul Asrofi yang terlibat dalam kegiatan diskusi dan debat. Data dikumpulkan melalui tes berbicara yang dilakukan sebelum dan sesudah kegiatan, kuesioner untuk mengukur persepsi siswa, serta wawancara dan observasi untuk menggali pengalaman siswa dan guru. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan adanya peningkatan signifikan dalam keterampilan berbicara siswa, baik dari segi kelancaran, penguasaan kosakata, maupun pengucapan. Berdasarkan temuan dari kuesioner dan wawancara, siswa juga melaporkan peningkatan rasa percaya diri dalam berbicara bahasa Inggris. Pengabdian ini menyimpulkan bahwa diskusi dan debat dapat menjadi metode yang efektif dalam meningkatkan keterampilan berbicara bahasa Inggris siswa, dengan meningkatkan kemampuan mereka dalam menyusun argumen dan berbicara secara terstruktur. Oleh karena itu, disarankan agar metode ini diterapkan secara rutin dalam pembelajaran bahasa Inggris di SMA Yayasan Pendidikan Nazhirul Asrofi dan sekolah-sekolah lainnya untuk memaksimalkan potensi siswa dalam berkomunikasi dalam bahasa Inggris.
BENGKEL BILINGUAL: PENERAPAN BAHASA INGGRIS DALAM LAYANAN DAN KOMUNIKASI PELANGGAN DI BENGKEL AUTO CARE MEDAN Puji Hariati; Derlini Derlini; Zulkarnain Lubis; Purwarno Purwarno; Tony Siagian; Wirda Novarika AK
Community Development Journal : Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Vol. 6 No. 5 (2025): Vol.6 No. 5 Tahun 2025
Publisher : Universitas Pahlawan Tuanku Tambusai

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/cdj.v6i5.50878

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Kegiatan Pengabdian kepada Masyarakat (PkM) ini bertujuan meningkatkan kemampuan komunikasi berbahasa Inggris para teknisi dan staf Bengkel Auto Care di Kota Medan. Pelatihan dilakukan sebagai kolaborasi antara dosen Program Studi Bahasa Inggris dan dosen Program Studi Teknik. Program ini merupakan bentuk inovasi sosial untuk menjawab kebutuhan layanan bengkel yang mampu berkomunikasi efektif dengan pelanggan asing di wilayah Medan yang multikultural. Metode mixed methods digunakan, menggabungkan pendekatan kualitatif dan kuantitatif. Data diperoleh melalui observasi, wawancara, pre-test dan post-test. Hasil menunjukkan peningkatan signifikan pada penguasaan kosa kata teknis otomotif, keterampilan berbicara, dan kepercayaan diri peserta dalam melayani pelanggan asing. Kolaborasi antara pengajaran bahasa dan penerapan teknis di bengkel memperlihatkan sinergi nyata antara dunia pendidikan dan kebutuhan praktis lapangan.
INTEGRAL HUMAN DEVELOPMENT (IHD) IN LEILA S. CHUDORI’S NOVEL LAUT BERCERITA: A LITERARY PSYCHOLOGICAL ANALYSIS Hidayati Hidayati; M Manugeren; Purwarno Purwarno; Pardi Pardi; Mayasari Mayasari; Devi Pratiwy
English Review: Journal of English Education Vol. 13 No. 3 (2025)
Publisher : University of Kuningan

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.25134/jwp1xb45

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Integral Human Development cannot be separated from the lives of people as every human being is dynamic and is always developing both internally and externally. The study of integral development makes a major contribution to improving the quality of life for individuals and groups so that everyone can anticipate what needs to be done. The entire research is conducted using a qualitative descriptive research method with a discourse analysis approach and supported by Integral Human Development theories tied to psychology of literature with a thought that personality development is related to the existences of the characters in the novel and is a discussion point in psychology of literature. Integral Human Development (IHD) or Whole Human Development is a concept that emphasizes the development of humans as a whole covering physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual aspects so that humans can achieve a balance between personal growth and social contribution. The novel is chosen as the research object as the novel highlights talks much of the personality progress of the characters in fighting for their rights. Within the internal human development conceptual framework supported by the theory of psychology of literature, there are four steps to improve the quality of life, which become the subject of the research. The results of the analysis show that the novel provides an important lesson that success can be obtained through the implementation of Integral Human Development which in the novel is manifested in the forms of social awareness, hard work, tolerance, and discipline. 
Interdependent Cultural and Postcolonial Readings of Violence in Chinua Achebe’s Things Fall Apart Doni Efrizah; Purwarno Purwarno; Indah Sari; Nurbaiti Ali; Eka Surya Fitriani
Aksara Vol 38, No 1 (2026): AKSARA, EDISI JUNI 2026
Publisher : Balai Bahasa Provinsi Bali

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.29255/aksara.v38i1.4961.280-293

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Existing scholarship on Things Fall Apart tends to examine indigenous and colonial forms of violence as separate analytical domains, leaving their interconnections underexplored. This study aims to analyze how domestic, ritual, ideological, and structural forms of violence operate as an interdependent system within the novel. Employing a descriptive–interpretive qualitative approach, the study draws on 42 purposively selected textual excerpts from the 2000 edition of the novel. Data were collected through textual documentation and analyzed using close reading and thematic coding informed by postcolonial and gender theory. The findings reveal that violence in the novel operates as a recursive and multi-layered system. Internally sanctioned forms of violence, particularly patriarchal control and culturally legitimized practices, sustain social order while simultaneously generating structural vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities are subsequently exploited by colonial forces through ideological delegitimization and institutional domination, indicating a shift from physical toward epistemic and symbolic forms of violence. Acts of resistance, although grounded in indigenous moral logic, produce ambivalent outcomes by restoring symbolic authority while provoking intensified repression. These results demonstrate that violence in Things Fall Apart functions as a cyclical and mutually reinforcing process across personal, cultural, and political domains. The study contributes by offering an integrated analytical framework that bridges postcolonial and gender perspectives, while highlighting the novel’s relevance for understanding cultural resilience, identity reconstruction, and the ethical complexities of resistance in postcolonial contexts. Abstrak Kajian-kajian sebelumnya pada Things Fall Apart cenderung meneliti bentuk-bentuk kekerasan pribumi dan kolonial sebagai domain analitis yang terpisah, sehingga keterkaitannya kurang dieksplorasi. Studi ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana bentuk-bentuk kekerasan domestik, ritual, ideologis, dan struktural beroperasi sebagai sistem yang saling bergantung dalam novel tersebut. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif deskriptif-interpretatif, studi ini mengambil 42 kutipan teks yang dipilih secara purposif dari edisi novel tahun 2000. Data dikumpulkan melalui dokumentasi tekstual dan dianalisis menggunakan pembacaan cermat dan pengkodean tematik yang didasarkan pada teori pascakolonial dan gender. Temuan menunjukkan bahwa kekerasan dalam novel beroperasi sebagai sistem rekursif dan berlapis-lapis. Bentuk-bentuk kekerasan yang disetujui secara internal, khususnya kontrol patriarki dan praktik-praktik yang dilegitimasi secara budaya, mempertahankan tatanan sosial sekaligus menghasilkan kerentanan struktural. Kerentanan ini kemudian dieksploitasi oleh kekuatan kolonial melalui delegitimasi ideologis dan dominasi institusional, yang menunjukkan pergeseran dari bentuk kekerasan fisik menuju bentuk kekerasan epistemik dan simbolik. Tindakan perlawanan, meskipun berlandaskan logika moral pribumi, menghasilkan hasil yang ambivalen dengan memulihkan otoritas simbolik sekaligus memicu represi yang lebih intensif. Hasil ini menunjukkan bahwa kekerasan dalam Things Fall Apart berfungsi sebagai proses siklik dan saling memperkuat di berbagai domain pribadi, budaya, dan politik. Studi ini berkontribusi dengan menawarkan kerangka analitis terintegrasi yang menjembatani perspektif pascakolonial dan gender, sekaligus menyoroti relevansi novel ini untuk memahami ketahanan budaya, rekonstruksi identitas, dan kompleksitas etika perlawanan dalam konteks pascakolonial.
Co-Authors . Zulfan Abiri Sabil Khaira Achmanuddin Berutu Adilla Paradiba Aditya Putra Aditya Reza Malvino Afni Rosalina Alda Dwi Afangka Alfarras, Riziq Prio Alice Shanthi Anayati, Wan Andang Suhendi Anjani, Juli Annisa Octaviani Arafah, Burhanuddin Arif Fathurrahman Hutapea Arifah Pertiwi Br Kembaren Balqis, Kesya Aprilia Balqis, Kesya Aprillia Belangi, Nadia Adinda Berutu, Achmanuddin Br Kembaren, Arifah Pertiwi Br. Saragih, Revi Chairani, Sri Cherry Adistya Nasution Dea Jesikha Debby Melviana Hasibuan Dedi Darmadi Dedi Darmadi Dela Pebriani Derlini Devi Pratiwy Dinda Tanjung Dwi Insany, Fitrah Efendi Barus Efendi Barus, Efendi Efrizah, Doni Eka Surya Fitriani Ekalestari, Susi Erika Br Pa, Nabila Feby Feby Evelyn Sharminnie Farhan, Muhammad Daffa Faulandi, Yusuf Feni Aisyah Fhadila, Riska Firman Pangeran Lubis Fitra Andira Wardana Fitrah Dwi Insany Habibi Habibi Haksa Romatua Pohan Hamzah Sya’bani Nasution Harahap, Riska Muktia Nur Aminah Hasibuan, Debby Melviana Hayati, Zukhaira Hayatullah Hayatullah Ika Wulandari Ikbal, Muhammar Indah Sari Intan Novia Sari Iswandi Iswandi Jane Xavierine Januar, M. Aidil Juli Anjani Juli Anjani Julianti Hairani Jumino Suhadi Jumino Suhadi, Jumino Kartika Utami, Windri Kesya Aprillia Balqis Khair, Muhammad Khairun Nisyak Lailatul Zuhriah Liesna Andriany Lim Teck Heng Lubis, Suci Ramadhani M Manugeren M Manugeren M. Aidil Januar M. Manugeren M. Manugeren M. Manugeren, M. Mahid, Perveen Sonia Mahlina Sariani Harahap Malisa Surayya MS Manugeren, M Mayasari Mayasari Mayasari Mayasari, Mayasari MJ , Nurbasyirah Muhammad Daffa Farhan Muhammad Kemal Habib Muhammad Kemal Habib Muhammad Kiki Wardana Muhammar Ikbal Mustofa Mustofa Nabila Feby Feby Erika Br Pa Nanda Aulia Alfarisi Nasution, Cherry Adistya Naufal Karim Siregar Nita Novianda Tanjung Nur'ain, Syifa Nurbaiti Ali Nurbasyirah MJ Nurhalimah Nurhalimah Nuril Eka Yuanda Nurlaili Nurlaili Nurmayana Nurul Amelia Nurul Amelia Nurul Azmi Paradiba, Adilla Pardi Pardi Pebriani, Dela Perveen Sonia Mahid Puji Hariati Puji Hariati Puji Hariati Purwanto Siwi Puspita, Clara Rahma, Risky Kartika Raissa Septy Zarfiana Ramadani, Nadya Revi Br. Saragih Riska Muktia Nur Aminah Harahap Risky Kartika Rahma Riziq Prio Alfarras Rizki Nurhidayah Sitompul Safrizal Safrizal Saiful Anwar Matondang Sari Indah Wahyuni Satiman Satiman Sembiring, M. Indra Arikami Sihaloho, Anugrah Syafrizar Siregar, Naufal Karim Siwi, Purwanto Sri Chairani Sri Chairani Sri Handayani Sri Wirda Sri Wulan Sri Wulan Sri Wulan, Sri Sumarno Sumarno Supian Supian Surayya MS, Malisa Susi Ekalestari Syafrizal Azzali Syahruddin Said Syarifah Syarifah Syifa Nur'ain Tanjung, Dinda Tanjung, Nita Novianda Tony Siagian Tuti Herawati Umami, Elvi Wahyu Fatahilla Wahyuni, Sari Indah Wan Anayati Wanda Prayoga Ilyas Waradana, Fitra Andira Wardana, Fitra Andira Windri Kartika Utami Wirda Novarika AK Yuanda, Nuril Eka Yuhandri Pane Yusni H., Yusni H. Yusuf Faulandi Zarfiana, Raissa Septy Zuhriah, Lailatul Zukhaira Hayati