Yogyakarta, 20th July 2026—Australia–Indonesia in Conversation (AIC) 2026 at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at UGM hosted a panel titled “Sustaining Imagination: Eco-Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Ethics of Intelligent Futures.”

Unlike the previous panel, which discussed the governance of power, this panel focused on the perspectives of human creativity, ethics, and ecological sustainability. In his opening remarks, Wawan Mas’udi, Dean of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at UGM, emphasized the importance of discussing the influence of AI on human imagination that is both ethical and ecologically conscious. “This panel invites us to reflect on how technological innovation can support—rather than replace—human imagination, while remaining committed to ethical responsibility and ecological awareness,” he said. read more

Yogyakarta, July 20, 2026—The Department of Politics and Government (DPP) at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (Fisipol) UGM hosted a visit today (July 20) from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences of Universitas Musamus Merauke in Room BA 412, Fisipol UGM. The visit was organized to provide guidance on accreditation management for the Social Development and Political Science study programs at Musamus University Merauke.

Attendees included representatives from DPP Fisipol UGM—Dr. rer. pol. Mada Sukmajati, Dr. Joash Elisha Stephen Tapiheru, and Alfath Bagus Panuntun El Nur Indonesia, M.A.—along with the Fisipol UGM Quality Assurance Unit team and representatives from the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences at Musamus University Merauke. read more

Yogyakarta, July 20, 2026—The focus of the Australia–Indonesia in Conversation (AIC) 2026 event at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM shifted from the politics of knowledge to a fundamental human existential issue: how imagination and aesthetics endure amidst the rapid rise of artificial intelligence (AI). The second panel session, held on Monday afternoon in the Dean’s Meeting Room, was titled “Sustaining Imagination: Eco-Aesthetics, Creativity, and the Ethics of Intelligent Futures.” read more

Yogyakarta, July 20, 2026—The advent of Artificial Intelligence (AI) can no longer be perceived merely as a technological marvel; rather, it constitutes a complex instrument with the potential to perpetuate domination and structural inequalities. This discourse emerged during the critical deliberations of The 6th Australia-Indonesia in Conversation (AIC) 2026. The inaugural panel, entitled “Governing Intelligence: Ethics, Power, and the Politics of Knowing,” featured Prof. Robert Hassan and Dr. Silvia Montaña-Niño from the University of Melbourne, alongside Prof. Ridi Ferdiana and Pratiwi Utami, Ph.D. from Universitas Gadjah Mada. Moderated by Dr. Indah Surya Wardhani, the session convened at the 4th Floor Auditorium of FISIPOL UGM on Monday (July 20). read more

Yogyakarta, July 20, 2026—The 6th Australia-Indonesia in Conversation (AIC) 2026, organized by the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) in collaboration with the University of Melbourne, continued today, Monday (July 20), with a panel discussion session at the FISIPOL UGM Auditorium.

Centered on the theme “Governing Intelligence: Ethics, Power, and the Politics of Knowing,” Panel 1 highlighted the urgent need for artificial intelligence (AI) governance as it increasingly intersects with the dynamics of ethics and power. The session featured interdisciplinary experts: Prof. Robert Hassan and Dr. Silvia Montaña-Niño from the University of Melbourne, alongside Prof. Ridi Ferdiana and Pratiwi Utami, Ph.D. from Universitas Gadjah Mada. The discussion was moderated by Dr. Indah Surya Wardhani. read more

Yogyakarta, July 20, 2026 — The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), in collaboration with the University of Melbourne, is hosting the annual Australia-Indonesia in Conversation (AIC) 2026 event today, Monday (July 20). Centered on the theme “Is AI the Game-Changer? Intelligence Unbound: Ethics, Power, and the Imagination of Life in the Digital Age,” the event series kicked off with a press conference held in the Dean’s Meeting Room at FISIPOL UGM. read more

Yogyakarta, July 14, 2026—The Department of Management and Public Policy (DMKP) at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Fisipol UGM), in collaboration with the National Commission on Human Rights (Komnas HAM), held a coordination meeting today, Tuesday (July 14), to prepare for the development of a “Grand Design for Integrated Complaint Handling Regarding Alleged Human Rights Violations.” Fisipol UGM is serving as the expert team for the drafting of this grand design document. read more

Yogyakarta, July 13, 2026─The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) once again became a historic gathering point for its alumni. On Saturday (11/7) and Sunday (12/7), the class of 1991 alumni returned to their beloved campus to celebrate the “35th Anniversary Reunion of FISIPOL UGM 91,” carrying the main theme “Reunite, Serve & Share for Our FISIPOL!” (Bersatu Kembali, Mengabdi & Berbagi untuk FISIPOL Kita!).

The series of events on the first day focused on strengthening cultural bonds and camaraderie. Following the registration session, the festivities opened with the “Kirab Bregodo” (Bregodo Parade) in the afternoon. The participants’ use of traditional attire based on the Gagrak Yogyakarta concept served as a symbol of cultural representation deeply ingrained among UGM alumni. The agenda continued with a group photo session and the release of three balloons from each department, creating a memorable visual before participants were directed to a break session. read more

Yogyakarta, July 9, 2026 – The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) is preparing to welcome a new leadership transition for the 2026-2031 period. To ensure a democratic and open process, this year’s FISIPOL Dean Selection Committee prioritizes transparency that directly broadens the space for participation, extending even to the student body.

This selection process is overseen by a committee led by Prof. Dr. Wahyudi Kumorotomo as the Chair and Dr. Dian Arymami, S.I.P., M.Hum. as the Secretary. Overall, this selection team was formed in accordance with the university’s mandate and consists of nine members, comprising three professors and six non-professors. read more

Yogyakarta, July 2, 2026—The Master of Public Policy and Management (MKP) program at FISIPOL UGM underwent an in-person LAMSPAK accreditation field assessment today (July 2) at the 4th-floor Auditorium of FISIPOL UGM. Prof. Dr. Teguh Kurniawan, S.Sos., M.Si. (Universitas Indonesia) and Dr. Dra. Sinta Ningrum, M.T. (Universitas Padjadjaran) served as the assessor team for this process.

The Dean of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Dr. Wawan Mas’udi, explained that the LAMSPAK accreditation process is part of the faculty’s efforts to encourage its study programs to achieve international recognition. read more