In recent weeks, waves of demonstrations led by students and civil society have voiced a range of demands, from short-term issues such as the deliberation of the asset forfeiture bill to long-term concerns on strengthening democracy and reforming the national economy. According to experts, these widespread demonstrations should not be viewed merely as spontaneous responses, […]
Dr. Azhari, a lecturer of the Department of Computer Science and Electronics, Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FMIPA UGM), was inaugurated as a professor in intelligent multi-agent systems engineering on Thursday (Sep. 4) at the UGM Senate Hall. In his inaugural address titled Collaborative Paradigm of Humans and Adaptive AI: Envisioning […]
The judicial review of Article 2 paragraph (1) and Article 3 of the Anti-Corruption Law (Tipikor) at the Constitutional Court (MK) has once again stirred public debate. The Movement for Fair Corruption Eradication filed an amicus curiae or “friend of the court” brief, arguing that the two articles should be revised as they distort the […]
Recent demonstrations across several regions have escalated into violence, looting, and the burning of public buildings and facilities. These protests began as expressions of dissent by students and the public against government and parliamentary policies perceived as failing to represent the people’s interests. Public anger intensified following the death of online motorcycle taxi driver Affan […]
The recent death of a toddler in Sukabumi, West Java, whose body was found filled with worms, has raised public concern over poor hygiene standards and limited health interventions. Although the Ministry of Health emphasized the possibility of other causes, such as tuberculous meningitis or more severe infections, the case serves as a stark reminder […]
The Faculty of Economics and Business at Universitas Gadjah Mada (FEB UGM) has launched the Diplomat Scholarship Program in 2025 as a new initiative of the Master of Business Administration (MBA) Program at its Jakarta campus. This initiative represents Indonesia’s commitment to educational diplomacy while serving as a strategy to build international networks through academic […]
The government is set to launch a digital social assistance program, with a pilot project to be carried out in Banyuwangi, East Java. The program is claimed to potentially save up to IDR 14 trillion annually while improving transparency and accuracy in social aid distribution. Responding to the initiative, UGM economist Dr. Wisnu Setiadi Nugroho, […]
The suspension of the live feature on the social media platform TikTok has sparked debate among the public. The move came during a series of demonstrations, where citizens widely used TikTok Live to share and access real-time information from the ground. Many demonstrators had relied on the feature to broadcast live updates, making the suspension […]
Universitas Gadjah Mada welcomed a delegation from PT Pertamina Bina Medika Indonesia Healthcare Corporation (Pertamedika IHC) on Tuesday (Sep. 2) at the UGM Central Office. The visit marked the beginning of discussions on potential collaboration between UGM Academic Hospital (RSA UGM) and Pertamedika IHC. President Director of RSA UGM, Dr. Darwito, stated that both parties […]
Three students from the Faculty of Animal Science, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Animal Science UGM), won the Best Formulation award and were First Runner-Up in the Animal Feed Formulation Competition, organized by the Animal Products Technology Student Association of Universitas Hasanuddin, on Aug. 30, 2025. The three students were Prima Cendekia Nirmala Afiatri as team leader, […]
