Yogyakarta, April 17 2026 – Field research often presents the greatest challenges and the most valuable experiences for social scientists. To equip and inspire its researchers, the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) organized a strategic academic agenda as part of its visiting scholar program. On Friday, April 17, the faculty held a methodology workshop titled “Doing Field Research in Southeast Asia” in the Dean’s Meeting Room.

This event, aimed at faculty members and doctoral students, featured Dr. Priyambudi Sulistiyanto, an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Flinders University, Australia. While the previous session focused on comparative study approaches, this workshop specifically delved into the practical aspects, methodological tactics, and the art of survival during field research. The activity was designed to ignite the spirit of young researchers on campus, encouraging them to step out of their comfort zones and directly uncover the realities of the regional landscape. read more

Jakarta, April 17, 2026─Since 2025, the Institute of International Studies (IIS) of the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has officially become a member of the International Steering Group for the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), which is committed to advocating for humanitarian disarmament and the elimination of weapons of mass destruction, autonomous weapon systems, and other non-humanitarian weapons.

In line with this commitment, UGM’s IIS had the opportunity to attend the “Asia-Pacific Regional Conference on the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW) and Security Concerns related to Nuclear Weapons” on Friday (April 17) in Jakarta. The conference was organized in collaboration with Indonesia, Austria, the International Campaign to Abolish Nuclear Weapons (ICAN), and the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). read more

Yogyakarta, April 17, 2026─Faculty of Social and Political Sciences UGM, in collaboration with the University of Melbourne and Kopernik, held a five-day Gender Durability Research Workshop from April 13–17, 2026. This workshop served as a crucial part of preparing the 2026 field research agenda, as well as a space for academic consolidation and strengthening cross-institutional collaboration.

The workshop was designed to bring together researchers, lecturers/academics, and practitioners from various backgrounds to develop a research framework that is comprehensive, contextual, and responsive to local social dynamics. The primary focus of the study was on women’s everyday politics, which is seen as a crucial space for understanding power relations, social practices, and the challenges women face in their daily lives in various regions of Indonesia. read more

Yogyakarta, April 17, 2026 ─ The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) once again held an academic event as part of its visiting scholar program with Dr. Priyambudi Sulistiyanto, Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Flinders University, Australia. This time, FISIPOL UGM held a methodology workshop for lecturers and doctoral students entitled “Doing Field Research in Southeast Asia” on Friday (April 17) in the FISIPOL UGM Dean’s Meeting Room. read more

Yogyakarta, 17 April 2026─The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) remains committed to creating a comfortable campus environment by providing public facilities such as Fisipmart, Fisipoint, and Digilib Cafe. The faculty recognizes that student needs extend beyond the dynamics of the classroom, positioning these three facilities at the heart of student activities.

The presence of these diverse facilities is specifically designed so that the academic community can practically meet their various needs without having to leave the campus area. One of the most relied-upon facilities is the Fisipoint Minimarket (Fisipmart). Adopting the concept of a modern convenience store or minimarket, Fisipmart serves as a one-stop solution for students’ daily needs. This facility offers a comprehensive display, ranging from snacks and flavored beverages to ready-to-eat packaged meals. Furthermore, Fisipmart also provides a variety of daily necessities such as stationery, medicines, masks, and much more. Official merchandise from FISIPOL and UGM is also available at this minimarket. read more

Yogyakarta, April 16, 2026 – The Southeast Asian region continues to be a dynamic and complex area of study for academics. To strengthen the methodology and depth of analysis regarding this region, the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) held a workshop titled “Comparative Southeast Asia” on Thursday, April 16. This event took place in the Dean’s Meeting Room BA 201 and featured Dr. Priyambudi Sulistiyanto, an Adjunct Senior Lecturer from Flinders University, Australia, as the speaker. read more

Yogyakarta, April 16, 2026 – The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) UGM held a workshop titled “Comparative Southeast Asia” on Thursday (April 16). This academic event was part of a series of visiting scholar programs by Dr. Priyambudi Sulistiyanto, an Adjunct Senior Lecturer at Flinders University, Australia. The workshop was attended by doctoral students, lecturers, and academics from various institutions.

Dr. Priyambudi’s presence provided a valuable discourse space for participants to deepen their insights into the political, social, and cultural dynamics of the Southeast Asian region through a comparative approach. In his research, he compared three Southeast Asian countries: Indonesia, Thailand, and Burma (Myanmar). He also shared his field experiences, from the similarities and differences he found during the 1997 political and economic crisis, the dynamics of field research, to his reflections, which are included in the book “Melawai ke Asia.” read more

Yogyakarta, April 15, 2026—FISIPOL UGM trained 25 educational staff in public relations and protocol on Wednesday in the Dean’s Meeting Room to improve their professionalism in handling events with important guests.

This training aims to equip educational staff with practical knowledge regarding ceremonial procedures, venue layout, respect, and dress code for official events in accordance with government standards. This activity was held as a strategic step to strengthen FISIPOL UGM’s image as a professional, responsive, and international-class institution. read more

Yogyakarta, April 15, 2026—FISIPOL UGM trained 25 educational staff in public relations and protocol on Wednesday (April 15) in the Dean’s Meeting Room. This training was held to improve professionalism in handling events with important guests.

This training provided educational staff with practical knowledge regarding ceremonial procedures, venue layout, respect, and dress code for official events in accordance with government standards. This activity was held as a strategic step to strengthen FISIPOL UGM’s image as a professional, responsive, and classy institution. read more

Yogyakarta, April 14, 2026—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (FISIPOL UGM), provides a Joint Secretariat as an inclusive learning space for the entire academic community.

Amidst busy lecture schedules and organizational commitments, FISIPOL UGM students now have a dedicated space to foster collaboration and innovation. The Joint Secretariat, or Sekber, serves not only as a gathering place for student organizations but also as an inclusive learning space for the entire academic community. read more