Mataram, October 9, 2024 – Mataram, October 18, 2024 – The ESSAY AND POSTER COMPETITION (EPIC) 1.0 event was successfully held with great excitement and enthusiasm from all participants. The peak of the event, which was closed with a Cultural Night, became an event to celebrate creativity and the beauty of art, filled with a series of performances that amazed all attendees. The event began with an official opening followed by a warm welcome from the committee and guests of honor. These greetings provided motivational encouragement to the participants, emphasizing the importance of creativity in developing themselves. After the welcome, the event continued with a joint prayer to ask for smoothness and blessings throughout the event. The moment of togetherness was then immortalized with a group photo between the participants and the committee, creating unforgettable memories. The Cultural Night began with a stunning traditional dance performance, showcasing the richness of local culture and successfully captivating the attention of the guests. The atmosphere was even more lively with entertaining vocal performances, bringing a cheerful nuance to the middle of the event. One of the special performances came from an invited guest from Malaysia, who gave a different nuance to the evening. Their involvement strengthened cultural ties and added color to the EPIC 1.0 Cultural Night. One of the highlights of the event was the performance of peresean, a traditional martial art filled with spirit and courage, which captivated the audience with its energetic actions. The audience was captivated by the tension and beauty of the martial arts displayed in the performance. The most anticipated moment for all participants was the announcement of the winners of the essay and poster competitions, where the best works from the participants received well-deserved awards. Cheers filled the room as the winners were announced, creating an atmosphere full of joy. The event closed with an exhilarating singing performance, followed by an official closing accompanied by prayers and hopes for the success of similar events in the future. The excitement of EPIC 1.0 proved that activities like this not only provide space for student creativity, but also become a means to strengthen togetherness and increase appreciation for art and culture.