The UGM Innovation and Creativity Arena (GIK), hailed as Southeast Asia’s largest super creative hub recently organized an inaugural music event titled Nusantara Beat Indonesian Tour. Teaming up with Erasmus Huis, Forum Musik Fisipol (FMF) from the UGM Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, and Warta Jazz, the Nusantara Beat Indonesian Tour stands as a […]
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) and the University of Dundee in Scotland have embarked on a partnership in education and research. This partnership encompasses several activities, notably the initiation of a double-degree program for master’s students. This collaboration was officially sealed on Thursday (Mar. 7) at the UGM Central Building with the signing of a memorandum […]
Dr. Kusmono has been officially appointed as a professor specializing in polymer-based composite material science at the Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). During his inauguration at the UGM Senate Hall on Thursday (Mar. 7), he delivered an insightful speech titled “Pioneering Natural Fiber Composite Materials for Sustainable Industrial Applications.” He emphasized the significant […]
Dr. Andreas Triwiyono was officially appointed as a professor specializing in structural strengthening science at the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, UGM, in a Thursday (Mar. 7) ceremony at the UGM Senate Hall. His keynote speech, “Assessments and Strategies to Reduce Reinforced Concrete Building Structures Vulnerability,” highlighted crucial insights. During his […]
The National Medium-Term Development Plan (RPJMN) 2020–2024 emphasizes developing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems in six major cities: Jakarta, Bandung, Semarang, Surabaya, Medan, and Makassar. This focus on BRT development aims to tackle the escalating issue of traffic congestion, which not only impacts air quality and public health but also influences the overall appeal and […]
In celebrating its 12th anniversary, the UGM Academic Hospital has taken a significant step by declaring an integrity zone towards a corruption-free zone. Alongside this milestone, the hospital has unveiled several enhancements, including the inauguration of the Wijoyokusumo ICU room, Gadjah Mada Orthopedic Center, Gadjah Mada Stroke Center, BPJS Executive Polyclinic, and public amenities such […]
Community service activities are integral to the tri-dharma of higher education. Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) stands out for its emphasis on KKN activities. The UGM Community Service Program (KKN-PPM) during the fourth period of 2023 took place from Dec. 18, 2023, to Feb. 5, 2024, reaching various corners of Indonesia. Among the 2023 teams was […]
Waste management is a pressing concern in Indonesia, with the challenge escalating as landfills reach their maximum capacities in various regions. One such example is the situation at the Piyungan Landfill in Bantul, Yogyakarta, which has surpassed its limit. Responding to this, the Yogyakarta Provincial Government has mandated the closure of the Piyungan Landfill by […]
Minister of Marine Affairs and Fisheries of Indonesia Wahyu Sakti Trenggono highlighted his ministry’s commitment to developing five key marine aquaculture commodities. This initiative aims to uplift the livelihoods of approximately 140 million coastal residents. The selected aquaculture commodities include shrimp, seaweed, tilapia, crab, and lobster, with a substantial market share totaling around 400 billion […]
The Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) is celebrating its 78th anniversary since its inception on Mar. 3, 1946. Previously known as the Faculty of Literature, it has undergone numerous transformations and achieved significant milestones, establishing itself as a cornerstone in advancing humanities sciences. Professor Setiadi, the Dean of FIB, emphasized […]