Coordinating Minister for Human Development of the Republic of Indonesia, Dr. Abdul Muhaimin Iskandar, stated that the government is currently facing the persistent challenge of high poverty rates. In response, the government is seeking innovative approaches to significantly reduce the number of people living in poverty. Minister Iskandar reported that 24.06 million people in Indonesia, […]
The national airline company PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk awarded GarudaMiles Platinum membership to Universitas Gadjah Mada’s Vice Rectors. The award was a form of appreciation for their continued loyalty to the airline’s services. Dennis Pudya Pradana, Acting General Manager of Garuda Indonesia Yogyakarta, handed over the GarudaMiles Platinum certificate, which was received by UGM […]
The Photography Unit of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UFO UGM) held a photo exhibition titled Kaleidoscope of Yogyakarta, carrying the theme Dynamics of Yogyakarta, on Friday (Apr. 2) beneath the Wreksodiningrat Bridge, located on the western side of the UGM campus. The exhibition was a requirement for new UFO members before their official induction into the […]
May is filled with national holidays and collective leave, making it ideal for vacations, family gatherings, or simply taking a break from daily routines. However, holidays often come with temptations—plentiful, delicious food, irregular mealtimes, and a more relaxed lifestyle. For many, this is often followed by guilt and the urge to detox or follow a […]
Lupus, or systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), is a chronic autoimmune disease that can cause inflammation in various parts of the body. Due to its complex and varied symptoms, lupus is a potentially serious illness that often goes undetected. To raise awareness, UGM Academic Hospital (RSA UGM) held a health education talk show titled “Get to […]
Professor Suci Paramitasari Syahlani, a lecturer at the Faculty of Animal Science, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), was inaugurated as a Professor in the field of Livestock Product Marketing on Thursday (Apr. 8) at the UGM Campus. In her inauguration speech titled “The Urgency of Collective Biosecurity in the Sanitation Hygiene Certification Process for Animal-Based Food […]
Like many regional languages, Javanese faces challenges in maintaining its existence amid the growing influence of foreign languages and cultures, particularly among younger generations. Although Javanese has the largest number of native speakers in Indonesia, it is not immune to the effects of modernization. Globalization, technological advancements, and lifestyle shifts have influenced language use and […]
Thrifting, the trend of purchasing and wearing secondhand clothing, has grown increasingly popular among young people. While many can afford quality clothing at reasonable prices, buying pre-owned garments should be approached with caution. Several consumers have reported experiencing skin infections after wearing secondhand clothing. Used garments that are not properly cleaned may risk transmitting infectious […]
After more than a decade of legislative stagnation, the Indigenous Peoples Bill (RUU Masyarakat Adat) has returned to the 2025 Priority National Legislation Program (Prolegnas). Academics and activists who have long advocated for the recognition and protection of Indigenous peoples’ rights, including Dr. Yance Arizona, a lecturer at the UGM Faculty of Law (FH UGM) […]
Fourteen study programs under the three departments of Universitas Gadjah Mada’s Faculty of Economics and Business (FEB UGM), comprising three undergraduate programs, seven master’s programs, three doctoral programs, and one professional program, have officially received national ‘Excellent’ accreditation status. This milestone follows the recent accreditation of the Master of Science in Economics program, which was […]
