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• Exploring the Efficacy of Student Community Service Programs (KKN) in Higher Education Institutions: A Case Study in Indonesia

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  Miranda Hesti

  Valeria Markos

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  Every university student in higher education is required to take part in Kuliah Kerja Nyata, what is a study service program, according to the curriculum in higher education in Indonesia. Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) was appeared in a decree from the Department of Higher Education for the first time in 1973 (Kisnawat, 2009). In this study we present the origin of Kuliah Kerja Nyata and its policies implemented in the university, a description of Kuliah Kerja Nyata appeared on the universities’s websites, such as the University of Gajah Mada and Bandung Institute of Technology's website, and the benefits of its implementation for the stakeholders. This publication aims to review community service programs and promote community service in higher education. We present a synthetic literature review related to student community service. This publication offer how the Kuliah Kerja Nyata program has been effectively implemented in indonesian universities for students and lecturers.

• Exploring The Long-Term Impact of Music Therapy on Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities: A Comprehensive Narrative Review

  Loredana Muntean

  Laura Nicoleta Bochiş

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  This narrative review examines the long-term effects of music therapy on individuals with intellectual disabilities (ID), including those with comorbid conditions. A systematic search of Scopus and Web of Science identified 684 records, with empirical studies meeting strict longitudinal and methodological criteria retained. The review is structured around five key dimensions: (1) participant characteristics, including ID severity and co-occurring conditions; (2) research designs and methodologies; (3) types of music therapy interventions and their comparative long-term efficacy; (4) targeted cognitive, emotional, and social abilities; and (5) the overall long-term effectiveness of music therapy. Additionally, the review investigates contextual variables and processes of change, offering a nuanced perspective on the long-term impact of music therapy. Findings reveal significant gaps in the literature, particularly the scarcity of longitudinal and follow-up studies, thereby limiting conclusive insights into sustained benefits. This review underscores the pressing need for robust, long-term research to strengthen the evidence base and optimize the use of music therapy in clinical and educational settings. Such efforts are essential for enhancing cognitive functioning, emotional regulation, social interaction, and overall well-being among individuals with ID.