KOMUNIKASI INTERPERSONAL MAHASISWA DAN DOSEN PEMBIMBING DALAM MENYELESAIKAN BIMBINGAN SKRIPSI (Studi Pada Mahasiswa Prodi Ilmu Komunikasi Angkatan 2020 FISIP UIN Raden Fatah Palembang)

Abstract

This study aims to analyze interpersonal communication between students and

their supervisors during the thesis guidance process. This study uses symbolic

interaction theory, which views that meaning in communication is formed through

social interaction and interpretation of symbols that emerge during the guidance

process. The method used is a qualitative approach with data collection

techniques through in-depth interviews and observations of students from the

class of 2020 and their supervisors. The results show that interpersonal

communication during thesis guidance occurs through verbal and nonverbal

communication. Verbal communication is evident in students' ability to ask

questions, explain revisions, and respond to lecturer feedback systematically.

Meanwhile, nonverbal communication is reflected through facial expressions, eye

contact, gestures, and tone of voice that influence the atmosphere of the

interaction. The interactions that occur show the development of students'

attitudes from anxiety to confidence during the guidance process. This study also

found several obstacles in thesis guidance, such as academic unpreparedness,

psychological anxiety, time constraints, and decreased motivation to make

revisions. Overall, symbolic interaction between students and their supervisors

forms a shared understanding that supports the smooth completion of the thesis.