SMP Alfa Centauri took part in a talk show and Sundanese arts performance at the Innovation Exhibition, part of Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia’s (UPI) anniversary celebrations. The event was organized by UPI’s Center for Excellence of Lesson and Learning Studies (CELLS), supported by the Directorate of Science and Technology Dissemination and Utilization through the IN-SAINTEK 2026 program.
The event introduced the public to science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) connected with Sundanese culture. It focused on the local wisdom of Cireundeu Traditional Village, showing how cultural knowledge and practices can support learning and research related to everyday life.
As a partner of CELLS UPI in developing Ethno-STEM for young people, SMP Alfa Centauri was invited to speak at the talk show. The school was represented by its Research Based Learning (RBL) program coordinator and Ethno-STEM RBL project leader. They shared how students learn through research that explores local culture.
Three student groups presented their research plans, representing the school’s 25 Ethno-STEM project groups. This gave students a chance to explain their ideas, practice presenting research, and receive feedback on their plans.
Students received valuable advice directly from the Director General of Science and Technology and a research expert from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB). Their feedback helped students sharpen their research focus, improve their plans, and strengthen the connection between STEM and the culture they will study.
Parents also joined the event, showing their support for preserving Sundanese culture. By bringing together schools, universities, experts, and families, the event helped students connect their research with understanding and preserving local wisdom.