Yogyakarta, May 19, 2026—The Social Movement Institute (SMI), together with POLGOV Fisipol UGM, held a conference as a space to unite forces, gather initiatives, and build a bold, creative, militant, and imaginative youth politics.

Amidst political deadlock, the dominance of power, military strengthening, and the arrest of over 6,000 young people, this event focused specifically on igniting youth political awareness to bring about change.

Prof. Amalinda Savirani, one of the speakers, emphasized the importance of realizing change through our communities. “Return to the community, organize yourself, and continuously connect one point with another. In this way, hopefully, the desired change can occur,” she said. read more

Yogyakarta, May 19, 2026─DEMA FISIPOL UGM’s Selasar Forum highlighted the vulnerabilities faced by migrant domestic workers on Tuesday at the FISIPOL UGM Selasar Barat.

In commemoration of Labor Day (May 1), the Student Council (DEMA) of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Gadjah Mada University held a Forum Selasar with a primary focus on highlighting the vulnerabilities experienced by Indonesian migrant domestic workers. The event took place at the West Selasar, FISIPOL UGM, and featured several speakers from Beranda Migran and the Coordination of Former Indonesian Migrant Workers (KOPPMI). read more

Yogyakarta, 19th May, 2026—In a significant step toward environmental sustainability, the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has transformed the parking lot located on the west side of the Bank Mandiri FISIPOL UGM branch into a vibrant green space. This initiative marks a crucial step in the faculty’s commitment to increasing green open spaces within the academic environment.

The transformation of the area is clearly visible, as what was once a crowded parking lot has become a clean expanse of lush green grass and newly planted trees. This change not only beautifies the campus but also aligns with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) focused on environmental sustainability and climate action. read more

Yogyakarta, May 18, 2026─The Undergraduate Communication Sciences Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL), Universitas Gadjah Mada, is conducting an accreditation field assessment by the Independent Accreditation Institute for Social, Political, Administrative, and Communication Studies (LAMSPAK) on Monday (May 18) in the Dean’s Meeting Room, FISIPOL UGM.

The LAMSPAK assessors present at the assessment were Prof. Dr. Suwandi Sumartias, M.Si., and Dr. Irwansyah, S.Sos., M.A. The two assessors conducted a series of comprehensive assessments of various aspects of the study program’s implementation, from the curriculum and learning process to governance, to outcomes and impacts on society and the academic world, in line with the Tri Dharma of Higher Education. read more

Yogyakarta, May 18, 2026 — Often, the production of knowledge and social science discourse, especially sociology, resonates exclusively within classrooms, academic journals, or limited discussion forums. The confinement of knowledge beneath the roof of the ivory tower frequently makes it difficult for the wider public to access and understand the urgency of existing social theories. Stemming from this concern, the Social Research Centre (SOREC) of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM has officially introduced an innovative breakthrough called the “SEKOCI Project.” read more

Yogyakarta, May 12, 2026—As a manifestation of the educational institution’s commitment to facilitating inclusive dialectical spaces, the Social Research Centre (SOREC) of the Sociology Department, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM, took a strategic initiative by hosting the ‘Papua Solidarity Space for Land, Food, and Life Sovereignty’ (Ruang Solidaritas Papua Untuk Kedaulatan Tanah, Pangan, dan Kehidupan). This event was realized through a screening, collective viewing, and discussion of the documentary film entitled Pesta Babi (Pig Feast). Held on Tuesday (12/5) in the Auditorium on the 4th Floor of FISIPOL UGM, this agenda sparked widespread enthusiasm and was attended by various elements, ranging from the academic community to the general public. read more

Yogyakarta, May 12, 2026─SOREC FISIPOL UGM initiated the “Papuan Solidarity Space for Land Sovereignty, Food, and Life,” which included a screening and discussion of the film “Pig Feast.” Held on Tuesday (May 12) in the 4th Floor Auditorium of FISIPOL UGM, the event was well-attended by members of the FISIPOL UGM academic community and the general public.

The event began with a screening of “Pig Feast,” directed by Dandhy Dwi Laksono and the entire documentary team. The discussion continued with a discussion session moderated by Sana Ulaili (Forum Cik Di Tiro) and invited three moderators: Bagus Sulistiono (Center for Capacity Development and Cooperation (PPKK) FISIPOL UGM), Made Supriatma (CRRS, Knowledge Council YLBHI), and Herni Saraswati (Women Farmers). The discussion focused on the issues raised in the film, which were then addressed by the Papuan Student Alliance (AMP) and the Papuan Indigenous Peoples of the Meepago, Lapago, and Animha Regions. read more

Hereby, we announce that the following participants for IUP Intake 2 Admission Faculty of Social and Political Sciences Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM) 2026 have passed their GMST and English Proficiency Test:

The above applicants are invited to join the essay and interview tests that will be held on Saturday, May 9, 2026.

Please pay attention to the exam schedule. Good luck!

Yogyakarta, May 8, 2026─The Department of Politics and Government (DPP) of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM reaffirms its commitment to advocating for democracy and human rights issues. Through the Master’s Program in Political Science, DPP FISIPOL UGM organized a guest lecture titled “Religious Freedom as a Test of State Capacity and the Rule of Law” on Friday (8/5). The event, held at the Big Data Lab, featured Dr. Hurriyah, an academic from the Department of Political Science, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) Universitas Indonesia (UI), as the guest lecturer. read more

Yogyakarta, May 7, 2026─In an effort to respond to the increasingly challenging dynamics of national politics, the Politics and Government Student Corps (KOMAP), Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) Universitas Gadjah Mada, in collaboration with the Association for Elections and Democracy (Perludem), successfully organized an interactive talkshow. Presenting the main theme “From Campus for Democracy: Safeguarding Election Reform Through the Revision of the Election Law,” the event took place solemnly and enthusiastically on Thursday (7/5) in the open area of the West Corridor (Selasar Barat), FISIPOL UGM. read more