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Diary 7: A Meaningful Day of Learning and Friendship

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On Monday, October 14, 2024, I started my day by waking up at 3 a.m. for suhoor. That day, I planned to observe a make-up fast since I still had a few days to make up for from Ramadan due to four days of menstruation. After finishing my suhoor meal, I performed the Fajr prayer and then took a moment to relax, enjoying the quiet early morning while preparing for the day ahead. By 6:30 a.m., I was getting ready for my morning class. As usual, I took out my laptop and prepared the materials for my first lecture, which was scheduled to be online. However, at 7 a.m., we received word from our lecturer that he couldn’t attend due to illness, so the class was canceled. Although a bit disappointed, I decided to make good use of the free time by tidying up my dorm room. I swept the floor, made my bed, and ensured everything was neatly organized. This activity refreshed my mind and made the room feel more comfortable. After cleaning, I relaxed until around 10:30 a.m., then started preparing ...

Diary 6: A Day Full of Joy and Memories with Friends

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On Thursday, October 10, 2024, my classmates and I had planned a special gathering at one of our friend’s houses in Sidoarjo. We had actually been preparing for this get-together for a week, filled with enthusiasm and careful planning. After eagerly anticipating it, the long-awaited day finally arrived. Initially, we planned to head to Sidoarjo after finishing our first class in the morning. That day, I woke up extra early, at precisely 3 a.m., to have suhoor. I intended to observe a make-up fast for the four days I had missed during Ramadan due to menstruation. After enjoying my meal, I rested for a bit before preparing to head to campus. However, not long after, we received news from our first lecturer that he could not attend class due to illness. This news changed our plans; we decided to leave for my friend’s house in Sidoarjo earlier than planned. With excitement, we agreed to meet on campus at 9 a.m. as our meeting point. I ordered an online motorcycle taxi to take me to cam...

Diary 5: A Productive Day Balancing Classes and Friendships

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On Wednesday, October 2, 2024, I started the day by waking up at 3 AM for suhoor. The night before, I had ordered food through the GoFood app to eat during suhoor. Since I planned to observe a voluntary fast, I made sure to eat enough to sustain myself throughout the day. After finishing my meal, I took a moment to relax before taking a shower and preparing for my morning routine. Before I knew it, it was time for Fajr, so I made ablution and performed the Fajr prayer with full concentration. After praying, I planned to check the pending assignments and note down some lecture material I hadn’t had a chance to write during class. That morning felt peaceful, filled with the academic tasks that demanded focus and productivity. However, not long after I began taking notes, I unexpectedly got my period. As a result, I had to cancel my fast. Though slightly disappointed, I resolved to continue the day with the same enthusiasm. At 8 AM, I decided to get ready for campus. I used the online...

Diary 4: Mathventure Uniom 2024 A Day of Excitement and New Connections

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On Saturday, September 28, 2024, the Mathventure event, a moment I had been eagerly anticipating, finally took place. For days leading up to it, my excitement had been growing significantly in anticipation of this event. Mathventure  Uniom 2024  is an important opportunity for us, the new students, to get to know university life better, meet new friends, and interact directly with seniors and lecturers. This time, the  Mathventure  Uniom 2024  event felt special because, unlike the previous week where most activities were held online or in a limited format, today’s event was held offline at the multipurpose hall of Universitas Negeri Surabaya, and all new students were required to attend. I was extremely excited and didn’t want to miss a single moment. Early in the morning, I woke up to prepare. I didn’t want to leave anything out, so I neatly organized all the necessary items mentioned by the committee, from the appropriate attire, personal identification, to a...

Diary 3: Volunteer Day Introducing National Competitions to Schools

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On Friday, September 20, 2024, my classmates and I, who were part of a volunteer activity, planned a competition promotion at several schools designated by the committee. This activity aimed to introduce the national-level competitions held by Universitas Negeri Surabaya to a wider audience. We promoted two types of competitions: MCR, aimed at junior and senior high school students, and LRP, specifically for elementary school students. I started preparing at 5 a.m. to ensure everything was ready before gathering at 6 a.m. by the lake at Universitas Negeri Surabaya. After getting ready, I took an online ride and felt excited about the day ahead. Upon arriving at the lake, I met up with my friends who had already arrived. We gathered briefly to discuss the plan for the promotions at each school, including who would present the information and other key details. After the short discussion, we headed to the first school. However, upon arrival, we found that the school was holding ano...

Diary 2: My Journey Through UNIOM 2024

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On Saturday, September 14, 2024, I participated in the UNIOM 2024 activities, an orientation event for new students at Universitas Negeri Surabaya (UNESA). This event brought together all new students from the Mathematics, Mathematics Education, and Actuarial Science departments. As a first-year student majoring in Mathematics, I was very excited about the day ahead. Even though the event started later in the morning, I decided to wake up early at around 4:00 AM to prepare everything I needed. That morning felt a little different, the air was cooler and the atmosphere more serene. I immediately double-checked all the items I had prepared the night before, such as the designated dress code, ID card, and various other supplies required for the UNIOM event. In addition to preparing physically, I also took some time to calm myself mentally, knowing that the day would be long and challenging. By around 6:30 AM, I was already sitting in front of my phone, ready to join the event, which...

Diary 1: First Day of University Embracing New Beginnings and Building Connections

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On Monday, September 2, 2024, I experienced one of the most memorable moments of my life: my first day as a university student. Since morning, a mixture of nervousness and excitement filled me. I tried to prepare everything as best as I could for my first online class. After ensuring that my laptop was ready, I immediately opened the UNESA SSO and accessed the Zoom link for my first class. As the minutes ticked down to the start of the lecture, I felt a bit tense, but once the class began, everything went smoothly. The lecturer explained the material clearly, and I was able to follow the entire class without any issues. When the session ended, I felt relieved and satisfied that I had successfully passed the first step. Before getting ready for my second class, which was held offline, I felt hungry and decided to order breakfast through the GoFood app. While waiting for the food to arrive, I didn't waste any time. I jotted down notes from the lecture that had just been delivered i...