Yogyakarta, 25 July 2025 — To strengthen ties between academia and the media, the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada hosted its first Media Gathering titled “Sapa FISIPOL (Silaturahmi dan Pemberitaan Aktual FISIPOL)” on Friday (25/7). This event served as a platform for dialogue and collaboration between the faculty and media outlets, recognizing the media as strategic partners in addressing societal issues.

At this inaugural gathering, FISIPOL introduced two of its active research centers that focus on digital and social issues in Indonesia: the Center for Digital Society (CfDS) and the Center for Capacity Development and Cooperation (PPKK). read more

Yogyakarta, 24 July 2025 — The tragic death of Arya Daru Pangayunan (39), a young diplomat of Indonesia’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, whose body was found at a boarding house in Menteng, Central Jakarta, has drawn wide public attention. This heartbreaking incident also sparked concern among academics, including Prof. Dr. Dafri Agussalim, a Professor of International Relations at Universitas Gadjah Mada.

According to Prof. Dafri, the death of an active diplomat is not merely a personal loss, but a moment for national reflection—particularly on how the state protects its diplomats. In an interview, he stressed the importance of this case being a wake-up call for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and other state institutions. He believes that employee protection should not only cover physical health but also psychological safety and economic well-being. read more

Yogyakarta, 24 July 2025 — Prof. Dr. Nur Rachmat Yuliantoro was officially inaugurated as a Full Professor in East Asian International Development at the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada. In his inaugural speech, he addressed the issue of loans and national debt within China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), which continues to spark debate over Indonesia–China relations. Prof. Rachmat offered a broad and critical perspective, raising concerns over financial risk and national stability. read more

Yogyakarta, July 23, 2025 — The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) graduated 54 students from its Master’s Program during the Postgraduate Commencement Ceremony for the fourth period of the 2024/2025 academic year, held on Wednesday (23/7).

This cohort consisted of 31 female and 23 male graduates, representing seven master’s programs: 15 from the Master of Communication Science, 14 from the Master of International Relations, 9 from the Master of Public Administration, 8 from the Master of Social Development and Welfare, 5 from the Master of Sociology, 2 from the Master of Public Policy and Management, and 1 from the Master of Politics and Government. read more

Yogyakarta, July 16, 2025─The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) of Gadjah Mada University (UGM), through the Academic Innovation Unit (UIA), is launching a free online class titled “Sustainable Transformation Towards Global Multifaceted Issues” on the FISIPOL Online Campus (FOCUS) website. This class is a product of a collaboration between FISIPOL UGM and Gaziantep University, and is supported by the Erasmus+ Project 2025.

Using English as the course language, this class aims to foster critical understanding in formulating inclusive and sustainable development strategies. addresses three main themes: industrial transformation in global production networks, sustainable food systems amidst multiple crises, and the green transition in Europe and its global implications. Participants will learn how global changes such as industrialization, climate and food crises, and environmental policies are reshaping urban spaces, local food security, and socio-economic policy directions. With case studies from Europe, Turkey, and Southeast Asia, the course fosters a critical understanding across diverse contexts and promotes academic collaboration in developing inclusive and sustainable development strategies. read more

Yogyakarta, July 15, 2025—The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) is rich with diverse innovation units operating in various fields, from academic to social. The Creative Hub, or C-Hub, under the faculty’s auspices, is no exception. It brings together various disciplines to elaborate and hone creative ideas that can improve the quality of life.

Using a transdisciplinary approach, C-Hub serves as a dialogue space for young people to create opportunities from the challenges and problems facing society today. These opportunities are developed with a proven spirit of social entrepreneurship (sociopreneurship), which has proven to have social and economic impacts. read more

Yogyakarta, July 15, 2025─The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) of Gadjah Mada University (UGM), through the Center for Digital Society (CfDS), is once again offering the Digital Intelligence course in 2025. The Digital Intelligence course is an annual CfDS initiative that encourages the public, especially students, to become critical, reflective, and empowered digital citizens. This course is an official elective under the Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Gadjah Mada University, and is open to the general public free of charge. read more

Yogyakarta, July 11, 2025—The Department of Social Development and Welfare (PSdK), Faculty of Social and Political Sciences, Gadjah Mada University (FISIPOL UGM), celebrated its 68th anniversary on Thursday (July 10). Since its founding on July 10, 1957, the department has traveled a long path of service, instilling the values of social development and welfare. Historically, the Department of Social Development and Welfare underwent a name change from the Department of Social Affairs through Government Regulation Number 15 of 1957, more precisely, referring to UGM Rector’s Decree Number 100/P/SK/HT/2010. read more

Yogyakarta, July 10, 2025─In a significant step toward experiential learning, Master of Public Policy (MKP) students at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) conducted a field visit to the Regional Development Planning Agency (Bapperida) of the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY). This visit was conducted as part of a field study on Regional Autonomy.

The event began with a presentation by Ni Made Dwipanti Indrayanti, Head of Bapperida DIY, who outlined strategic issues related to budget management and asset governance in regional development planning. Students listened attentively to the presentation, noting key points relevant to the implementation of regional autonomy and the complexities involved in local governance. read more

Melbourne, 9 July 2025 — The Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIPOL) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), in partnership with the University of Melbourne, successfully held the 5th Australia-Indonesia in Conversation (AIC) 2025. This year’s forum took place at the University of Melbourne, Australia, following its previous iteration hosted at FISIPOL UGM.

Carrying the theme “Bridging Development, Representation, and Indigenous Knowledge: Learning from Australia and Indonesia”, the forum brought together scholars and representatives of Indigenous communities to discuss critical issues at the intersection of social justice, sustainable development, and recognition of local knowledge. read more