26 September 2025
Anita Kartika Pasaribu
FIB USU PR - On Friday, September 26, 2025, the Master's Program in Art Creation and Studies, Faculty of Cultural Sciences, University of North Sumatra (FIB USU), held a public lecture entitled "Dance Movement Therapy (DMT): Interpreting Creative Movement and Dance as a Medium for Therapy and Cultural Diplomacy." This event provided an academic platform to broaden the insights of students and the academic community regarding the role of creative movement and dance in the context of therapy and cultural diplomacy.
The public lecture was held at the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, University of North Sumatra and was attended by faculty leaders, lecturers, students of the Master's Program in Art Creation and Studies, and participants from various arts and cultural disciplines. The event was enthusiastic and interactive, reflecting the participants' strong interest in the interdisciplinary approach between art, health, and culture.
In the presentation, the speaker explained the concept of Dance Movement Therapy (DMT) as a therapeutic approach that utilizes body movement and dance as a medium to improve an individual's physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. DMT is understood not only as a form of artistic expression, but also as a means of self-reflection, nonverbal communication, and healing rooted in body awareness and movement experience.
In addition to the therapeutic aspect, this public lecture also examined the role of dance and creative movement as a medium for cultural diplomacy. Dance is seen as capable of bridging cultural differences, strengthening identity, and serving as a universal language that can convey humanitarian and cultural values at the local, national, and international levels. From this perspective, DMT contributes not only to the health sector but also to strengthening intercultural relations.
The Head of the Master's Program in Art Creation and Study stated in his remarks that this public lecture aligns with the program's scientific vision, which encourages the development of research-based art, critical reflection, and creative practice. This activity is expected to enrich students' understanding of the potential of art as a multidimensional medium that plays a role in social, cultural, and humanitarian life.
Through this public lecture, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences, University of North Sumatra, affirms its commitment to continuously presenting academic activities relevant to scientific developments and societal needs. The public lecture "Dance Movement Therapy (DMT)" is expected to inspire students and academics to develop innovative, contextual, and impactful arts studies and practices.
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