About HIMARIS

Himpunan Mahasiswa
Jurusan Bahasa Inggris

Established in 2006 by the first cohort of English Department students, HIMARIS is the official student organisation of the English Department at Politeknik Negeri Bandung — providing a platform to channel aspirations and organise activities that enhance both academic and non-academic skills.

2006
Founded
150+
Articles
15+
Trusted Voices
50+
Subscribers
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Who We Are

HIMARIS serves as the English Department's student organisation, providing a platform to channel aspirations and organise activities that enhance both academic and non-academic skills for all English Department students. Activities conducted by HIMARIS benefit students in various ways — improving communication skills, gaining organisational experience, enhancing soft skills, and fostering other positive attributes.

HIMARIS also engages in community service projects. One notable initiative involves teaching English to elementary school children in the local area. Additionally, they regularly organise community events, such as buka bersama (breaking fast together) with orphans at nearby orphanages during the month of Ramadan.

To strengthen connections with other student organisations on campus, HIMARIS actively participates in events such as Pekan Olah Mahasiswa (POM) and LITANIA (Business Administration Futsal League), as well as other engaging campus events.

Vision & Mission

Vision

To become a dynamic, inclusive, and impactful student organisation that empowers every English Department student to achieve their fullest academic, professional, and personal potential.

Mission

  • Produce high-quality, informative, and engaging content for the campus community.
  • Organise meaningful events that connect students with industry professionals and alumni.
  • Provide accessible resources including job boards, scholarship info, and event listings.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, creativity, and continuous learning.
  • Engage in community service to develop students' social responsibility and leadership.

🔬 Logo Philosophy

The HIMARIS logo is not merely an emblem — it is a visual representation of the organisation's identity, values, and aspirations.

Black

Strength, firmness & stability — a steadfast foundation that safeguards its members.

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Yellow / Gold

A bright future, optimism & the intellect highly valued by HIMARIS members.

White

Purity — reflecting sincere intention in the pursuit of knowledge and creative work.

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Shield

Symbolises strength, resilience, and defense — reflecting the robust and unyielding spirit of HIMARIS in facing challenges and protecting the organisation's values.

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Book

The open book symbolises education and knowledge. As the "window of the world," the book is the primary foundation and infinite source of insight for English students.

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Lion

The rampant lion symbolises leadership and courage — the expected character of HIMARIS students: brave in taking initiative, confident, and capable of leading wisely.

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Classic Pen & Leaf

The quill pen symbolises persistence in literacy and writing. Its feather is stylised to resemble leaves — symbolising a shady tree that nurtures all members to grow together.

Diagonal Line

Symbolises balance between two pillars: Organisational Life (represented by the Lion) and Academic Life (represented by the Pen).

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Ribbon

The ribbon bearing "HIMARIS" represents a unifying bond — a symbol of unity, solidarity, and togetherness that binds all members into one harmonious family.

👥 Our Team

KE

Ketua Umum

Chair

WA

Wakil Ketua

Vice Chair

SE

Sekretaris

Secretary

BE

Bendahara

Treasurer

DI

Div. Konten

Content

DI

Div. Kreatif

Creative

DI

Div. Event

Events

DI

Div. Humas

PR

📱 Latest from HIMARIS

🎓 Let's give a big applause to this year's graduates! After years of hard work, you have finally reached an important milestone. Your journey in Polban is now coming to a close. But when one journey ends, another one begins.

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📚 English for Learning #2 — 10 Destination-Related Words You Need to Know! Make a travel itinerary and use these words when you have the chance.

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🦁 TOUR JURUSAN 2025 — Say hello to the new fresh lions of HIMARIS! This year, freshmen just finished their academic major tour to learn more about their new college life in Polban.

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About ESAA

English Student
Academic Association

ESAA is the academic branch of HIMARIS, dedicated to developing academic and linguistic skills through competitions, workshops, seminars, and collaborative learning among English Department students.

2006
Established
10+
Annual Events
D3 & D4
Programs Covered
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What is ESAA?

The English Student Academic Association (ESAA) is the academic arm of HIMARIS, focused on nurturing the intellectual and linguistic potential of English Department students at Politeknik Negeri Bandung.

ESAA organises a variety of academic activities including English competitions, language workshops, public speaking training, and academic seminars that bridge classroom learning with real-world professional skills.

Through ESAA, students are encouraged to push beyond their comfort zones, develop critical thinking, and build confidence in using English professionally and academically.

Our Programs

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English Competitions

Speech contests, debate tournaments, and writing competitions to sharpen academic English skills.

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Workshops

Hands-on workshops on writing, presentation, TOEFL/IELTS preparation, and professional English.

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Public Speaking

Regular training sessions to build confidence and improve public speaking in English.

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Academic Seminars

Guest lectures and seminars featuring industry professionals and academic experts.

Writing Programs

Creative and academic writing clubs for students who want to develop their literary voice.

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Peer Tutoring

Student-led study groups and tutoring sessions for junior students.

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More ESAA content coming soon

Stay tuned for updates on upcoming ESAA events and activities.

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About the Department

English
Department

The English Department at Politeknik Negeri Bandung offers D3 and D4 programmes in Applied English, preparing graduates for professional careers requiring strong English communication, translation, and intercultural skills.

2006
Est.
D3 & D4
Programs
A
Accreditation 2012
2022
Baik Sekali
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Visi & Misi

Visi

Menjadi jurusan yang unggul, adaptif, dan inovatif dalam lingkup pendidikan vokasi bidang studi Bahasa Inggris sesuai perkembangan ilmu pengetahuan dan kemajuan teknologi.

Misi

  • Menyelenggarakan pendidikan Bahasa Inggris Terapan untuk menghasilkan lulusan yang kompeten, bermoral, berjiwa kewirausahaan, dan berwawasan lingkungan.
  • Melaksanakan penelitian terapan yang berhubungan dengan Bahasa Inggris untuk mendukung kemajuan industri dan bisnis.
  • Melaksanakan kegiatan pengabdian kepada masyarakat melalui potensi pemanfaatan Bahasa Inggris menghadapi globalisasi.
  • Menyelenggarakan tatakelola yang efisien, akuntabel, transparan, dan berkeadilan.

📝 Sejarah Singkat

1997
Program studi D-1 English for Secretary dibuka oleh Dra. Ratna Padmi Trihartanti. Program ini berjalan satu tahun sebelum dihentikan karena peraturan Politeknik ITB tidak mengizinkan program D-1.
25 Februari 2004
Ketua UP-MKU mengeluarkan Surat Tugas untuk empat dosen sebagai tim penyusunan proposal pendirian Program Studi D-3 Bahasa Inggris.
12 Juli 2006
Proposal disetujui Dirjen Dikti dengan SK No.2681/D/T/2006 sebagai izin operasional Program Studi D-3 Bahasa Inggris.
Agustus 2006
POLBAN resmi membuka pendaftaran pertama Program Studi D-3 Bahasa Inggris dengan 50 orang pendaftar pada batch pertama.
2008
Jurusan Bahasa Inggris resmi dibentuk dengan SK Direktur POLBAN, membuka kesempatan untuk mengembangkan program studi baru.
2012
Program Studi D-3 Bahasa Inggris mendapatkan nilai akreditasi A dari BAN-PT — pencapaian tertinggi dalam sejarah jurusan.
2022
Prodi D-3 Bahasa Inggris mendapatkan nilai akreditasi Baik Sekali dari BAN-PT, mempertahankan kualitas pendidikan vokasi yang unggul.

Program Studi

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D3 Program

Bahasa Inggris Terapan

A 3-year vocational programme focused on applied English for professional communication, translation, secretarial, and business contexts.

Accreditation: Baik Sekali (2022)

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D4 Program

Sarjana Terapan Bahasa Inggris

A 4-year applied bachelor programme preparing graduates for advanced professional roles in communication, business English, and intercultural contexts.

Higher-level vocational degree

Find Us

English Department, POLBAN

Jl. Gegerkalong Hilir, Ds. Ciwaruga, Bandung 40012, Jawa Barat, Indonesia

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