For the Economotion team, dancing is not merely about movement, but also about togetherness, unity, and commitment. Economotion serves as a space for growth and self-expression, particularly in the field of modern dance, for students of the Faculty of Economics and Business, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FEB UGM).
Although relatively new, Economotion has demonstrated promising development. The team was formed in 2024, coinciding with FEB UGM’s first participation in the Universitas Gadjah Mada Sports and Arts Week (Porsenigama). In its debut appearance, Economotion immediately broke into the top five, an achievement that became an initial source of motivation for all team members.
In addition to actively participating in competitions, Economotion also frequently performs at various events. One of these was the FEB UGM Family Fun Day held in September 2025, where the team enlivened the event with an energetic modern dance performance.
The consistency and hard work of Economotion once again paid off at Porsenigama 2025. In the competition held on Sunday, 9 November 2025, at GOR Pancasila UGM, the Economotion team secured third place in the Modern Dance Category. This achievement proves that dedication, intensive practice, and togetherness can lead to proud accomplishments.
This achievement was the result of collaboration among all members of the Economotion team: Alun Kayana Sebayang (Management 2024), Revalya Dwi Kartika (Accounting 2024), Areta Taqi Sahasika (Accounting 2024), Cantika Aliyah Salsabila (Management 2025), Siti Zahra Alea Nafeesha (Management 2025), Nadhifah Arrania Yumna (Accounting 2025), Faiza Alifa Algerie (Management 2025), Nabilla Mawangi Kirana Ramadhani (Accounting 2025), Fathma Muthi’ah (Economics 2025), and Maisha Aurora Donovan (Management 2025).
Thanks to its diverse team, Economotion has been able to coordinate effectively despite its members’ various academic commitments, ensuring the choreography’s neat and effective presentation. The process of achieving this accomplishment was not without challenges, particularly in managing practice schedules. This year’s Porsenigama coincided with the Mid-Semester Examination (UTS) period, requiring the team to adjust the intensity of their training to their academic agendas.
“The biggest challenge for the team was time management because Porsenigama coincided with the mid-semester exams. The total preparation was about one month, but during the first two weeks of October, our practice sessions were still limited. Only in the last two weeks were we able to practice more intensively to catch up with the choreography, which had quite a long duration,” said Alun Kayana Sebayang, one of Economotion’s members.
Winning the bronze medal became a memorable moment for the Economotion Team and a tangible contribution to FEB UGM’s achievements at Porsenigama. This success felt even more special because it came alongside accomplishments in other sports disciplines, which also contributed to the faculty’s medal tally.
“Being able to contribute a medal to FEB after last year only reaching the top five is a source of pride for the team. It feels like all the effort and commitment we put in during the preparation have truly paid off,” she added.
More than just a competitive achievement, the success of the Economotion Team of FEB UGM reflects the faculty’s commitment to supporting the development of students’ interests and talents in the arts. It should motivate FEB UGM students to continue excelling and contributing to the faculty’s reputation in various competitions.
Reporter: Dwi Zhafirah Meiliani
Editor: Kurnia Ekaptiningrum
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