<![CDATA[Cultural preservation is a constitutional mandate and a strategic agenda of national education, embedded in the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. In this context, pedalangan students act as cultural agents by implementing learning outcomes and community service through Wayang Wong performances, positioning the art form as a cultural asset to be sustained. This study aims to explore how the Tri Dharma is realized through the practice of pedalangan and to analyze students’ roles in preserving Balinese culture. Using a qualitative method with a constructivist paradigm and a case study design, data were collected through participatory observation, interviews, documentation, and review of relevant legal frameworks. The findings indicate that: (1) the Tri Dharma is implemented through the integration of academic competencies in cultural activities and active student involvement in community-based cultural needs; (2) students contribute to cultural preservation through performance-based competency application, revitalization of visual-audio elements, use of performances for service, and digital media optimization for education. The study concludes that student-led Wayang Wong performances support the realization of the Tri Dharma while playing a significant role in safeguarding Balinese cultural heritage.]]>
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