14 October 2026  |  Yogyakarta, Indonesia
SYLECTION 2026

The 5th Symposium of Literature, Culture and Communication

"Collaborate, Communicate, Create"

International Symposium of Literature, Culture and Communication. Join researchers, practitioners and students from across the globe to explore "Humanity in the Age of AI".

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About Sylection

Sylection is organized by the Faculty of Literature, Culture and Communication of Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, it is an annual International Seminar on Literature, Culture, and Communication held to bring together researchers, practitioners, and students to identify and share various aspects in literature, culture and communication.

Theme

The 5th SYLECTION 2026 (Symposium of Literature, Culture, and Communication), held under the spirit of "Collaborate, Communicate, Create" and this year's theme, "Humanity in the Age of AI: Language, Culture and Communication Challenges".

EVENT WILL START IN
October 14, 2026
Dr. Tristanti Apriyani

WELCOME SPEECH

Assalamu’alaikum warohmatullahi wabarokaatuh.

It is our great pleasure to welcome you to The 5th SYLECTION 2026 (Symposium of Literature, Culture and Communication), held under the spirit of “Collaborate, Communicate, Create” and this year’s theme, “Humanity in the Age of AI: Language, Culture and Communication Challenges”.

As artificial intelligence continues to transform the way we communicate, create knowledge and interact across cultures, it is increasingly important to reflect on its impact on humanity. The 5th SYLECTION 2026 provides a dynamic forum for academics, researchers, practitioners, students, and professionals from around the world to exchange ideas, present innovative research and discuss the opportunities and challenges that AI brings to language, culture and communication. This symposium encourages interdisciplinary collaboration to explore how technological advancements can be aligned with human values, cultural diversity, ethical responsibility, and sustainable development.

Throughout the symposium, participants will have the opportunity to engage in inspiring keynote speeches, insightful parallel sessions, interactive discussions, and valuable networking activities. These sessions are designed to stimulate critical thinking, promote scholarly collaboration, and foster innovative solutions to the evolving issues surrounding artificial intelligence and its influence on society. Whether your expertise lies in literature, linguistics, communication, media, cultural studies, education, or related disciplines, The 5th SYLECTION 2026 offers an excellent platform to broaden your perspectives and establish meaningful academic and professional connections.

We warmly invite you to be part of this inspiring international symposium. Together, let us collaborate across disciplines, communicate with openness and integrity, and create knowledge that contributes to a future where technological innovation strengthens, rather than diminishes, our shared humanity. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you to The 5th SYLECTION 2026 and to sharing this remarkable academic journey with all of you.

Wassalamu’alaikum warahmatullahi wabarakaatuh.

Conference Chairman

Dr. Tristanti Apriyani, S.S., M.Hum.

Keynote Speakers

Prof. Ir. Anton Yudhana
Keynote 1

Prof. Ir. Anton Yudhana, S.T., M.T., Ph.D.

Universitas Ahmad Dahlan

Bai Long, Ph.D.
Keynote 2

Bai Long, Ph.D.

Dongguan University of Technology

Dr. Aprillia Firmonasari
Keynote 3

Dr. Aprillia Firmonasari, S.S., M.Hum., DEA.

Faculty of Cultural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada

PUBLICATIONS


Selected papers will be published in international conference proceeding. Another selected papers will be published in:

SCOPUS

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INTERNATIONAL PROCEEDING OF SYLECTION

Submitted Abstract and Full Paper must follow the formatting guidelines specified by committee. Guidelines and submission link can be accessed through Submission Guidelines.

Link Proceedings: https://seminar.uad.ac.id/index.php/SYLECTION

Submission Guideline

Abstract Submission (Author Guidelines)
  1. To submit an abstract, you need to register to the conference.
  2. The abstract can be written in English, including the introduction, the aim of the study, the contributes, method, results, conclusion, and keywords.
  3. The abstract should be no longer than 300 words.
  4. The keywords consist of 3 to 5 words, written in alphabetical order.
Abstract Submission Deadline
1 Sept – September 20, 2026
Full-Paper Submission
  1. We accept full-paper written in English based on the TEMPLATE SYLECTION.
  2. The full-paper should include Introduction, Literature Review (optional), Method, Findings and Discussion, Conclusion, Acknowledgement (optional), and References.
  3. The paper should be submitted after the notification of abstract acceptance.
  4. The full-paper submitted must be revised according to the reviewers’ suggestions.
  5. Minimum 5000 words (exclude references).
  6. All references must use Mendeley.
Payment Information
Conference Fee
IDR 1.750.000  /  $ 115  /  RM 450  /  ¥ 850
BankBNI
Virtual Account Number1863953341
NameFuandani
Payment Confirmation+62 877-3461-1228

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Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline
September 1–20, 2026
Notification of Abstract Acceptance
September 23, 2026
Full Paper Submission Deadline
October 20, 2026
Registration and Payment Deadline
September 28, 2026
Conference Presentation
October 14, 2026

Co Host Conference

“Humanity in the Age of AI: Language, Culture and Communication Challenges”

Institutional Collaborators

Proudly supported by leading institutions in research, education and communication

FSBK UAD
Ilmu Komunikasi UAD
Sastra Indonesia UAD
Sastra Inggris UAD

FSBK UAD
Ilmu Komunikasi UAD
Sastra Indonesia UAD
Sastra Inggris UAD