Yogyakarta, September 11, 2026—The Sociology Student Association (KMS) of Fisipol UGM held an Open House today, Friday (Sept. 11), at the West Concourse (Selasar Barat). This activity is part of the broader “Family Journey 2026” series, an event designed to welcome new students to the Department of Sociology.

The Open House was structured to help new students adapt to the dynamics of student life. The event began with a comprehensive introduction to KMS, followed by division tours that allowed new students to gain a closer understanding of the functions, structures, and operational focuses of the various divisions within the association. read more

Yogyakarta, September 10, 2026—Three students from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM)—Widyastri Prabaningrum (Communication Sciences, 2024), Nayla Devira Cahyani (Communication Sciences, 2024), and Upik Maulia (Social Development and Welfare, 2023)—along with Rizki Laidha Putri (Law, 2024) and Dini Rindang Ekarini (Economics, 2023), are examining clickbait practices in affiliate content on the X platform under the guidance of Mashita Phitaloka Fandia Purwaningtyas, S.I.P., M.A. This study is being conducted through the Student Creativity Program for Social Sciences and Humanities Research (PKM-RSH). The research is titled “The Price of a Click: Clickbait Practices in Affiliate Content on the X App as a Consequence of the Attention Economy within the Gig Economy.” read more

Yogyakarta, September 8, 2026—Sharing details of children’s daily lives on TikTok has become an increasingly widespread phenomenon among parents. In fact, 82% of parents have engaged in this practice of “sharenting” (Stephenson et al., 2024). However, the sharenting content proliferating on TikTok today serves not merely as documentation but is also monetized to generate profit. This monetization of sharenting content can potentially lead to forms of child exploitation on social media. read more

Yogyakarta, September 4, 2026—The use of data in the social sciences has become a necessity amid the explosion of digital information. To address this urgent need, the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has optimized the Big Data Analytics Laboratory as a research center that prioritizes a social data science approach to utilize raw data from the digital realm as the primary tool for interpreting, analyzing, and predicting collective social behavior. read more

Yogyakarta, September 8, 2026—Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) students, participating in the Student Creativity Program for Social Sciences and Humanities Research (PKM-RSH), have formulated a preventive strategy rooted in Javanese culture to address the rise of klithih (street violence) cases in Yogyakarta. The research was conducted in the Special Region of Yogyakarta from May to September 2026.

Guided by Dr. Phil. Oki Rahadianto Sutopo, Ph.D., a lecturer from the Department of Sociology, a team of five students—Arsillia Wempin Yaurilasari (Faculty of Social and Political Sciences), Ariani Nur Wulandari (Faculty of Social and Political Sciences), Khayyahatti Maulidina Surgawi (Faculty of Psychology), Gracia Hana Ester W. K. P. (Faculty of Psychology), and Carlos Jose Prabakusuma (Faculty of Cultural Sciences)—carried out a research project titled “Clash Over Klithih: Self-Regulation Based on the Sedulur Papat Limo Pancer Philosophy as a Preventive Factor Against the Klithih Phenomenon in Yogyakarta.” read more

Yogyakarta, September 7, 2026—The term “self-reward” has become increasingly synonymous with the lives of Generation Z. Whether after completing a task, getting through an exhausting day, or reaching a milestone, purchasing favorite foods, clothing, skincare products, or long-coveted items is often viewed as a form of rewarding oneself.

However, amidst the ease of shopping via digital platforms, the practice of “self-rewarding” can also pave the way for consumerist behavior and impulsive purchasing. So, is self-rewarding truly a form of self-appreciation, or does it actually drive consumption patterns that jeopardize the financial well-being of young people? read more

Yogyakarta, September 4, 2026—GAMAPI has officially launched this year’s Policy Land event series under the theme “Policy Deck: The Ground Where Future Policy Makers Shape Their First Move.” This theme positions the event as a foundational platform for aspiring policymakers to take their initial steps.

The event series is divided into two main sessions. The morning began with an introduction to the academic program and curriculum. This session was designed to provide a fundamental understanding of the academic structure and the course progression that new students will experience. read more

Yogyakarta, September 4, 2026—The Department of Public Policy and Management (DMKP) at Fisipol UGM hosted a visit from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP) of Universitas Andalas, West Sumatra, this morning, Friday (Sept 4), in the Dean’s Office meeting room. The visit was organized to expand the academic collaboration network between Fisipol UGM and FISIP Universitas Andalas, specifically regarding student exchanges and internationalization programs.

The Dean of Fisipol UGM, Dr. Wawan Mas’udi, stated that student exchanges between the two universities are highly feasible through specific schemes. He also noted that several students from FISIP Universitas Andalas had previously participated in exchanges at Fisipol UGM under the MBKM program. read more

Yogyakarta, September 3, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) received a courtesy visit from representatives of the Institute of International Business at National Cheng Kung University (NCKU), Taiwan, on Thursday afternoon.

The meeting, held in the FISIPOL UGM Dean’s Office meeting room, brought together the NCKU delegation with representatives from the Department of Management and Public Policy (DMKP) and the Public Administration (IAP) study program. This event was part of efforts to strengthen cross-border academic and research cooperation between the two institutions. read more

Yogyakarta, September 2, 2026—Five Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) students, forming the Student Creativity Program for Social Sciences and Humanities Research (PKM-RSH) team, are developing a sociotechnical approach to address the threat of tidal flooding in the Muara Baru area. Two of the students are from the UGM Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL): Muhammad Aditya Nugroho Sofyan and Muhammad Aditya Ibnu Salim. The other three hail from different UGM faculties: Nurul Aliyyah (Faculty of Law), Khansa Najla Athaya (Faculty of Engineering), and Aryo Wicaksono (Faculty of Geography). read more