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Aldien, Narendra Nizam
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U-Curve Analysis of Cultural Adaptation in IISMA Warwick Students: The Impact of Time Constraints on the Adjustment Process Benung, Adventius Mayvero; Aldien, Narendra Nizam; Ramadhani, Azlia; Ramadhania, Aisyah Puspita
International Journal Of Education, Social Studies, And Management (IJESSM) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): The International Journal of Education, Social Studies, and Management (IJESSM)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52121/ijessm.v5i2.749

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This research focuses on the process of cultural adaptation experienced by students who received the IISMA scholarship and studied at Warwick University in the United Kingdom. These students participated in an international exchange program that lasted only one semester, which created unique time constraints compared to longer-term programs. Using the U-Curve theory as a framework, this research applies a qualitative approach by conducting structured interviews with four IISMA Warwick awardees to better understand how students adapt in a short period of time. The findings show that most students went through the typical phases of the U-Curve theory—honeymoon, culture shock, adjustment, and mastery. However, because of the limited duration of their stay, these phases happened more quickly than what is usually expected. Many students entered the adjustment phase much earlier than predicted, although none of them had fully reached the mastery phase. The awareness of having only a short time abroad pushed them to respond more quickly and actively to challenges such as language barriers, academic differences, and social adjustments. This research highlights the need to revise or adapt traditional cultural adjustment models for short-term programs. Since few studies have explored how students adapt under strict time constraints, especially in one-semester programs, this research provides an original contribution. It also emphasizes the importance of creating contextual support systems that match the fast-paced nature of short-term cultural adaptation experiences.
U-Curve Analysis of Cultural Adaptation in IISMA Warwick Students: The Impact of Time Constraints on the Adjustment Process Benung, Adventius Mayvero; Aldien, Narendra Nizam; Ramadhani, Azlia; Ramadhania, Aisyah Puspita
International Journal Of Education, Social Studies, And Management (IJESSM) Vol. 5 No. 2 (2025): The International Journal of Education, Social Studies, and Management (IJESSM)
Publisher : LPPPIPublishing

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52121/ijessm.v5i2.749

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This research focuses on the process of cultural adaptation experienced by students who received the IISMA scholarship and studied at Warwick University in the United Kingdom. These students participated in an international exchange program that lasted only one semester, which created unique time constraints compared to longer-term programs. Using the U-Curve theory as a framework, this research applies a qualitative approach by conducting structured interviews with four IISMA Warwick awardees to better understand how students adapt in a short period of time. The findings show that most students went through the typical phases of the U-Curve theory—honeymoon, culture shock, adjustment, and mastery. However, because of the limited duration of their stay, these phases happened more quickly than what is usually expected. Many students entered the adjustment phase much earlier than predicted, although none of them had fully reached the mastery phase. The awareness of having only a short time abroad pushed them to respond more quickly and actively to challenges such as language barriers, academic differences, and social adjustments. This research highlights the need to revise or adapt traditional cultural adjustment models for short-term programs. Since few studies have explored how students adapt under strict time constraints, especially in one-semester programs, this research provides an original contribution. It also emphasizes the importance of creating contextual support systems that match the fast-paced nature of short-term cultural adaptation experiences.
Generation Z workers on social media: A dramaturgical study of building professional identity online Aldien, Narendra Nizam; Hananta, Fiqi Pratama
Digital Theory, Culture & Society Vol. 3 No. 2 (2025): December
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61126/dtcs.v3i2.125

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This study examines how Generation Z workers form professional identities in the digital work environment using Erving Goffman’s dramaturgical theory. Professional identity is understood as a social process shaped through interaction, self-presentation, and impression control. This research focuses on Generation Z individuals working in digital and social media-based professions. Using a qualitative approach, this study collected data through structured in-depth interviews with five Gen Z informants employed in various digital fields, including content creation, social media management, and online entrepreneurship. Data were analyzed using deductive thematic analysis based on four dramaturgical aspects: front stage, back stage, impression management, and audience segregation. The findings show that Gen Z workers actively and strategically manage their professional identity online. The front stage functions as a space for planned self-branding, while the back stage allows boundary control, emotional regulation, and identity protection. Impression management is used to maintain credibility and career sustainability through various different strategies. Audience segregation enables workers to separate different audience groups across platforms and contexts, helping them balance professional and personal matters. This study demonstrates that professional identity formation among Gen Z digital workers is a layered and reflective process, shaped by structured self- presentation and boundary management in digital spaces.
Co-Authors Benung, Adventius Mayvero Hananta, Fiqi Pratama Ramadhani, Azlia Ramadhania, Aisyah Puspita