Penyesuaian Sosial Mahasiswa Perantauan di Fakultas Psikologi Universitas Negeri Surabaya

The Social Adjustment of Overseas Students at the Faculty of Psychology, State University of Surabaya

Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui bagaimana proses penyesuaian sosial yang dialami oleh mahasiswa perantauan di Fakultas Psikologi Universitas Negeri Surabaya. Penelitian menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dengan metode studi kasus terhadap dua partisipan yang berasal dari luar Pulau Jawa dan telah tinggal di Surabaya selama minimal dua tahun. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kedua partisipan mengalami kesulitan dalam hal bahasa, budaya, dan norma sosial saat pertama kali merantau. Namun, seiring waktu mereka mampu menyesuaikan diri melalui strategi seperti observasi, membangun komunikasi, dan dukungan dari lingkungan sekitar. Penyesuaian sosial berlangsung secara bertahap dan dipengaruhi oleh faktor internal serta eksternal yang saling mendukung.

This study aims to explore the social adjustment process experienced by out-of-town students at the Faculty of Psychology, State University of Surabaya. The research uses a qualitative approach with a case study method involving two participants from outside Java Island who have lived in Surabaya for at least two years. The findings show that both participants faced difficulties related to language, culture, and social norms during their early period of adaptation. However, over time, they were able to adjust by observing their surroundings, building communication, and receiving support from people around them. Social adjustment occurred gradually and was influenced by both internal and external factors.