Katarina Monika Archives - UPH Visual Communication Design

November 21, 2023

KOMA DKV 2023

From November 15-17, 2023, VCD UPH recently held the Visual Communication Design Student Conference (KOMA DKV) 2023. The event was conducted in a hybrid format, with the first two days held online and the third day in a hybrid manner. The conference received support from Universitas Budi Luhur, Universitas Trisakti, Universitas Mercu Buana, and Universitas Multimedia Nusantara.

On the first day, there were keynote sessions by Salima Hakim, S.Sn., M.Hum (Universitas Multimedia Nusantara), Ahmad Thaba, S.I.Kom., M.Ds. (Universitas Budi Luhur), and Dr. Lala Palupi Santyaputri, S.Sn., M.Si. (Universitas Pelita Harapan). They delivered engaging presentations for visual communication design students from various educational institutions attending online.

The second day featured parallel sessions where various visual communication design students presented their research and design outcomes in panels moderated by professors from various universities.

The third day included a work review session with reviewers Katarina Monika and Jason Iskandar. They selected works deemed commendable and interesting for discussion during the review session. The KOMA DKV 2023 event concluded with appreciation for the best participants in the conference.

Katarina Monika Reviewing Ryan Fazriqy’s Work

Jason Iskandar Reviewing Elisabeth Katie Solaiman’s Work

Best Presenter

Sherly Thresia (Universitas Bunda Mulia)
Carren Miquella Chen (Universitas Pelita Harapan)

Best Paper

Peran Sosial Iklan Layanan Masyarakat Bersama Hapus Kekerasan Seksual Edisi “Jangan Menyalahkan Korban” – Dewinta Putri Nugraha, Elda Franzia Jasjfi (Universitas Trisakti)
Analisis Penggunaan Ilustrasi Editorial dalam Digital Media Outlet Tempo.co – Kaysha Bernadette Soelistyo (Universitas Pelita Harapan)

Best Artworks

Ryan Faziqry (Universitas Mercu Buana)
Vanessa Leoni (Universitas Pelita Harapan)
Elisabeth Katie Solaiman (Universitas Pelita Harapan)
Ryo Bryan Lienardy (Universitas Bunda Mulia)

Photo of Everyone at KOMA DKV 2023 Closing

We express our gratitude to all the university partners, reviewers, moderators, curators, speakers, committees, and participants of KOMA DKV 2023 for their excellent cooperation and active participation throughout the entire event. We look forward to seeing everyone again next time.

September 8, 2023September 5, 2023

Alumni: Katarina Monika

Photo of Katarina Monika. Image provided by Katarina Monika

First and foremost, I feel incredibly fortunate to have been a part of such a prestigious institution. My experience at Universitas Pelita Harapan has been quite a journey. Occasionally, I encountered a few challenging events during my study, but fortunately, the lecturers were friendly, inspiring, thoughtful, and resourceful individuals. They guided me to flourish my character into a better person. Their guidance, resources, and mentorship not only imparted valuable knowledge but also instilled in me a lifelong passion for my field.

As a student at Universitas Pelita Harapan, I discovered my deep-rooted passion for self-expression through various assignments. The university’s rich curriculum and facilities exposed my work to a diverse range of artistic disciplines, including painting, typography, branding, advertising, photography, and art history. Various learning methods and the library have widened my horizons, especially in design knowledge and taste, and played a pivotal role in shaping my academic and career trajectory.

As a graphic designer, personally, I felt like I embarked on a transformative journey during my time as a design student at Universitas Pelita Harapan. My experience and personal growth in the university’s vibrant design community shaped my artistry and laid the foundation for my creative career.

My time in the university’s study program was characterized by an atmosphere of inspiration and collaboration. Engaging with fellow students and faculty members provided valuable opportunities for critique, discussion, and artistic growth. The university’s teaching and learning activities became a sanctuary where creativity flourished, fostering an environment that nurtured our imagination and allowed ideas to come to life.

I wholeheartedly recommend the Universitas Pelita Harapan to prospective students seeking an enriching and transformative educational experience. My journey at this institution was nothing short of exceptional, and I am forever grateful for the opportunities it provided me. Thank you once again for being a crucial part of my academic journey.

The only way to do great work is to love what you do.
Steve Jobs

Katarina Monika

Universitas Pelita Harapan
Visual Communication Design
Bachelor of Arts – BAGraphic Design
2005 – 2009

August 25, 2023

Alumni Talk with Katarina Monika

On Thursday, August 24, 2023, during the UPH Festival 2023 Faculty Talks event, one of our alumni, Katarina Monika, made an appearance. The name Katarina Monika has recently been widely discussed because her design work was chosen to be the logo for Indonesia’s 78th birthday.

On that afternoon, Katarina Monika, along with two other UPH alumni, shared her experiences as a designer after graduating. She also shared the things she learned and the values she applies in her work. In an event attended by prospective students of UPH’s visual communication design program, Katarina Monika’s presence provided inspiration and an overview of what graduates of UPH’s visual communication design program can achieve as leaders in the field of design, capable of creating transformative designs for society.

Katarina Monika with Universitas Pelita Harapan’s School of Design Dean, Dr. Martin Luqman Katoppo, S.T., M.T.

Katarina Monika with her UPH Visual Communication Design lecturers: Eston Kamelang Mauleti, S.Sn., M.Ds. (no. 1 from left) and Donny Ibrahim, S.Sn., M.Ikom. (no. 4 from left).