Yogyakarta, August 28, 2026 — The Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Academic Hospital (RSA) is conducting free health screenings today, Friday (August 28), at the BRI Work Amphitheater, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (Fisipol) UGM. This activity is part of RSA UGM’s “Mobile MCU Plus” program, a proactive, on-site medical check-up (MCU) service provided by the hospital for the UGM campus community.

The screenings include blood pressure checks, urine and blood sampling, and electrocardiograms (ECG). Participation is subject to specific criteria: participants must be over 40 years of age and serve as permanent lecturers or educational staff members at UGM. read more

Yogyakarta, August 27, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM) once again presented Sansiro Fair 2026, a special venue for new students to immerse themselves in the diverse organizations and student activity units that form the heartbeat of campus life.

Held over two days, this event served as an initial gateway for the Class of 2026 to map out their interests and unlock their potential beyond the classroom. Dozens of booths representing various Departmental Student Associations (HMD) and Faculty Student Activity Units (UKMF) stood ready to welcome enthusiastic participants. Each booth showcased the group’s identity, flagship programs, and past achievements, allowing new students to gain a clear picture of which community best aligned with their spirit and aspirations. read more

Yogyakarta, August 26, 2026—Amid the hustle and bustle of college life and academic demands, the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) features a green open space that serves as the heart of student life: Sansiro Park. More than just a green space, Sansiro Park has transformed into a hub for student activities—a place for discussions, relaxation, and hosting various informal events.

Located on Bulaksumur Street, the park has a long history. The nickname “San Siro” is said to have originated in the ’80s or ’90s, coined by the students themselves. The name was inspired by the legendary soccer stadium in Milan, Italy, as the park was then primarily a volleyball and soccer field frequently used for sports. read more

Yogyakarta, August 21, 2026—The Global Engagement Office (GEO) of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a gathering for international exchange students. The event, with a warm and friendly atmosphere, was specifically organized to welcome foreign students participating in the Fall 2026 Student Exchange Program. The program is run from August through December 2026.

For this period, FISIPOL UGM officially welcomed 67 international students from 12 different countries. Students from the Netherlands make up the largest group of participants this year, followed by students from Japan and France. The presence of students from various parts of the world is expected to further enrich the cultural diversity of the UGM campus environment. GEO FISIPOL UGM designed the event to be highly informal and interactive. Held in the faculty’s West Hallway, the activity allowed international students to mingle freely. This relaxed atmosphere provided an immediate opportunity for participants to converse and get to know their peers from other countries better. read more

Yogyakarta, August 20, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (Fisipol) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a “Graduation Send-off Ceremony for Bachelor’s Degree Students (Period IV, Academic Year 2025/2026).” Taking place on Thursday (August 20) at the West Concourse of Fisipol UGM, the event served as the culmination of celebrations and a historic moment for students who have officially completed their studies at the faculty.

In this graduation period, Fisipol UGM proudly sent off 194 graduates who are now ready to step into the professional world or pursue higher education. The top graduate for this period was Elvira Chandra Dewi Ari Nanda from the Department of Communication Science; the Department of Communication Science also recorded the highest number of graduates, totaling 51. This was followed by the Department of International Relations with 42 graduates. Next were the Department of Politics and Government (32 graduates), the Department of Social Development and Welfare (29 graduates), the Department of Public Policy and Management (25 graduates), and finally, the Department of Sociology (15 graduates). read more

Yogyakarta, August 19, 2026—The Center for Capacity Building and Cooperation (PPKK) of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Universitas Gadjah Mada (Fisipol UGM), together with the Bojonegoro Regency Government and the Bojonegoro Regency Regional House of Representatives (DPRD), held a finalization session for the Academic Draft of the Regional Regulation on Public Order, Public Tranquility, and Community Protection (*Trantibumlinmas*) for Bojonegoro Regency. The event took place on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, in the Dean’s Office Meeting Room at Fisipol UGM. It was officially opened by Dr. Fina Itriyati, Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni Affairs at Fisipol UGM, and was attended by relevant regional government agencies (OPD) and representatives from the Regional Regulation Formation Body of the Bojonegoro Regency DPRD. The event featured a presentation on the findings of the Academic Draft study and a discussion among relevant stakeholders. The study was driven by existing social and legal imperatives. Socially, there is a need to address the currently low level of compliance with regional regulations (*perda*) and regional head regulations (*perkada*). From a legal perspective, the study identified a need to further adjust the regional regulation to ensure alignment with national-level legislation.

The study emphasizes the importance of involving community elements—specifically through the Community Protection Unit (*Satlinmas*)—in maintaining public order and tranquility to enhance the effectiveness of enforcement and compliance regarding regional regulations. It also highlights the need to strengthen the roles and authority of the Bojonegoro Regency Public Order Enforcers (*Satpol PP*) in collaboration with other regional agencies, particularly regarding the enforcement of regional regulations and the guidance and empowerment of *Satlinmas*. read more

Yogyakarta, August 18, 2026—Marking the start of the Fall Semester 2026/2027, the Department of Politics and Government (DPP) at Universitas Gadjah Mada held a semester-opening public lecture featuring four early-career lecturers who shared the stories behind their respective dissertation research. The event highlighted the research processes undertaken, the findings produced, and the contributions offered to the advancement of knowledge and public policy.

Kicking off the presentations, Dr. A. Sudiana Sasmita outlined his dissertation, which examines the relationship between ethnicity and democracy in West Papua through a comparative case study of South Sorong and Keerom Regencies. His fieldwork findings demonstrate that the relationship between ethnicity and democracy is not necessarily negative—contrary to common assumptions in mainstream political literature. Instead, his research reveals that ethnic politics in West Papua can coexist with democratic participation. “Although transmigrant groups are numerically dominant, they collectively support Indigenous Papuan (OAP) candidates to ensure stability, security, asset protection, and bureaucratic continuity. In return, strategic positions within the bureaucratic hierarchy are made available to non-Papuan migrant groups,” he stated. read more

Yogyakarta, August 14, 2026─Entering its eighth decade post-independence, Indonesia is facing a massive wave of changes across various strategic sectors. Responding to these dynamics, the academic community of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), together with several civil society elements, held a discussion titled “Republic Panel: Crisis, Transition, and the Future of the Republic” at the 4th Floor Auditorium of Fisipol UGM on Friday (14/8). This event, held in a hybrid format, is a manifestation of a joint effort between the Department of Sociology Fisipol UGM, Laboratorium Indonesia 2045, Forum 2045, and Nalar Institute. read more

Yogyakarta, August 14, 2026—The Department of Sociology Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (Fisipol) UGM, in collaboration with Laboratorium Indonesia 2045, SOREC, the Nalar Institute, and Forum 2045, is hosting a discussion titled “Republic Panel: Crisis, Transition, and the Future of the Republic.” This strategic event is taking place today, Friday (August 14), at the Mandiri Auditorium (4th Floor, BB Building, Fisipol UGM) at 13:00 WIB.

Stemming from reflections ahead of the 81st anniversary of the Proclamation of Independence of the Republic of Indonesia, this event serves as a platform to address the interconnected dynamics of political, economic, and socio-technological change in Indonesia. The Republic Panel features Prof. Francisia Saveria Sika Ery Seda, Ph.D., a Professor at the University of Indonesia, as the keynote speaker via an online link. The discussion also includes a lineup of speakers from diverse backgrounds, including Jaleswari Pramodhawardani, M.Hum., Prof. Dr. Amalinda Savirani, S.IP., M.A., Dr. Andreas Budi Widyanta, S.Sos., M.A., Dhivana Anarchia Ria Lay, and Bintang Mesa. read more

Yogyakarta, August 14, 2026—Amid the increasingly massive onslaught of modern retail development, the local community of Kampung Batik Kauman in Solo continues to strive to preserve their batik businesses. The Gentriset Team from Universitas Gadjah Mada, through the Student Creativity Program in Social and Humanities Research (PKM-RSH), investigated the adaptation strategies employed by local business owners in this area, known as a cultural village.

The Gentriset team, through the Student Creativity Program in Social and Humanities Research (PKM-RSH), studied the strategies employed by the local community of Kampung Batik Kauman in Solo to survive amid the rise of modern retail. The team was led by Hanel Aulia Afro (B.A. in Sociology), along with Nasywa Izzati Firdaus (B.A. in Politics and Government), Elang Gading Permana (B.A. in Geographic Information Systems), Laras Dwi Anggraeny (B.A. in Politics and Government), and Nasywa Adinda Ibrahim (B.A. in Cultural Anthropology). They were supervised by Odam A. Artosa, M.A., a Sociology lecturer at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at UGM. read more