OPTIMALISASI PUBLIKASI ILMIAH MAHASISWA MELALUI PELATIHAN PENULISAN ARTIKEL ILMIAH DI PERGURUAN TINGGI

The ability to write scientific articles is a crucial competency for students, especially in the context of higher education's Tri Dharma, which includes education, research, and community service. However, many students lack the necessary skills and knowledge to produce quality scientific publications. This community service activity aims to enhance the capacity of undergraduate accounting students at Universitas Negeri Semarang (UNNES) to write and publish scientific articles. The activity was conducted online via Zoom on Friday, October 25, 2024, from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM, involving 82 participants from fifth-semester students as participants. Using a participatory training approach, the program covered topics such as structuring articles, selecting journals, and submission processes. The training results showed a significant improvement in students' understanding and confidence in writing scientific articles, as evidenced by post-training evaluations. Despite challenges like limited time and technical constraints, this program has successfully provided the initial foundation for fostering a culture of academic writing among students. It is recommended to implement follow-up activities, such as advanced training and intensive mentoring, to ensure sustainable outcomes.