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Journal of Communication Studies
ISSN : -     EISSN : 27989585     DOI : https://doi.org/10.37680/jcs.v1i2.850
Core Subject : Education, Social,
JCS is an academic journal published two times annually (June and December) by Program of Islamic Communication and Broadcasting (KPI), Faculty of Dakwa, published by Sunan Giri Institute of Islamic Studies (INSURI) Ponorogo. This journal publishes original researches in multi concepts, theories, perspectives, paradigms and methodologies on communication studies
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Political Preferences of Muslim Generation Z in the Digital Age: A Case Study of Students at UIN SATU Tulungagung Siti Khoirotul Ula; Lailatul Masruroh, Binti
Journal of Communication Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): JCS: Journal of Communication Studies
Publisher : Program Studi Komunikasi dan Penyiaran Islam, Fakultas Dakwah, Institut Agama Islam Sunan Giri Ponorogo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/jcs.v6i1.9193

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This research analyzes the preferences of UIN Sayyid Ali Rahmatullah (UIN SATU) Tulungagung students, as representatives of Generation Z, toward political content on social media. This study aims to determine the preferences of UIN SATU Tulungagung students for political content on social media, a typology of their chosen political social media, and analyze it using agenda-setting theory to understand the influence on their political awareness. This study uses a descriptive-prescriptive qualitative approach with a case study, interviews with 90 respondents via Google Forms, FGDs with 17 informants, and analysis using agenda-setting theory. The research findings indicate that almost all students (91%) consistently access political content thru Instagram, TikTok, X, and YouTube for quick insights, engaging visuals, and diverse perspectives that are considered more credible than mainstream media. Their primary preferences include accounts like Kompas.com, Tirto.id, PinterPolitik, Malaka Project, and Mojok.co, with content characterized by informative articles, infographics/short videos, relevance to social issues such as human rights, education, government transparency, and critical/progressive narratives that encourage discussion. They categorized accounts into five typologies: (1) mainstream news (Kompas.com, CNN Indonesia) for neutral facts; (2) political literacy (PinterPolitik, Perspektif.Idn) with educational infographics; (3) activism/criticism (Malaka Project, Social Movement Institute) focusing on social justice; (4) satire/narrative (Mojok.co, Harus Mikir) combining humor and analysis; and (5) personal/institutional (Akbar Faizal, Constitutional Court) for vocal opinions or formal law. They compared the advantages/disadvantages of accounts, demonstrating high digital literacy despite 37.6% being inactive in organizations. Agenda setting by these accounts shapes opinions thru issue salience such as corruption, government policy, and public welfare, raising critical awareness without directly determining political choices—the majority of respondents (in three forms: fully/partially/not influenced) use them for reflection, multi-source analysis, and social participation. The findings confirm that Generation Z at UIN SATU has good literacy, is sensitive to civil issues, and is independent in filtering out hoaxes/polarization
The Role Of Tapal Kuda Television Journalists Association In Transforming University Students Into Competent Journalists Nilu Dian Apriliana; Iqbal , Muhammad
Journal of Communication Studies Vol. 6 No. 1 (2026): JCS: Journal of Communication Studies
Publisher : Program Studi Komunikasi dan Penyiaran Islam, Fakultas Dakwah, Institut Agama Islam Sunan Giri Ponorogo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37680/jcs.v6i1.9346

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This study aims to analyze the communication strategies implemented by the Tapal Kuda Jember Television Journalists Association in presenting local television news content. The background of this study stems from the need for journalist organizations to adapt amid the dynamics of media digitalization, audience fragmentation, and demands for journalistic professionalism. The strategic organizational communication approach is used as a theoretical basis to understand how organizational structures, communication channels, and feedback mechanisms are built to achieve the goal of presenting informative and relevant news to the local public. The research method used a qualitative descriptive design with data collection techniques in the form of in-depth interviews, observation of organizational activities, and analysis of internal documentation. The results of the study show that the communication strategy of IJTI Tapal Kuda Jember includes vertical, horizontal, and collaborative communication patterns among its members to ensure consistency in news presentation, strengthen journalistic professionalism, and preserve local identity in content production. Internal evaluation mechanisms and routine coordination were also found to play a role in improving the effectiveness of information dissemination and editorial decision-making. This study concludes that the organizational communication strategy implemented by IJTI Tapal Kuda Jember has a direct impact on the quality and character of local television news. These findings contribute theoretically to the study of strategic organizational communication and offer practical recommendations for journalist associations and local television stations in improving coordination, content quality, and media sustainability at the regional level.

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