SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has proudly clinched an A-ranking in the Incubator Award 2023, a distinguished accolade bestowed by the Ministry of Cooperatives and Small and Medium Enterprises.
The Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology has targeted engaging around 193 thousand students in the Merdeka Belajar Kampus Merdeka (MBKM) programs in 2024. This initiative is designed to empower students to master diverse knowledge and skills applicable to the professional workforce. Throughout 2023, over 134 thousand students from various universities participated in eight […].
28 UGM students conducting the Community Service Program (KKN) have descended upon Pacitan Regency, sparking the initiation of a groundbreaking digital village program in Kendal and Wareng Villages, Punung District.
Nezar Patria, the Deputy Minister of Communication and Information Technology, enthusiastically endorses research and studies probing the ethical dimensions of deploying artificial intelligence (AI) in industrial and educational domains. This resonates with the minister’s recently introduced policy, unveiling ethical guidelines for AI application in the public sector, a strategic move to ensure AI’s secure and […].
UGM, in tandem with state-owned enterprises (BUMN), hosted the BUMN Internship Fair 2023, spanning two days on Dec.
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) stands at the forefront of innovation in the ever-evolving landscape of Indonesian education. The dynamic shifts brought about by the internet, automation, and artificial intelligence have significantly reshaped the employment terrain, demanding a more adaptable and continually educated workforce. Recognizing the potential challenges of this transformative period, UGM is embracing its […].
As Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) celebrated its 74th anniversary on December 19, 2023, the spotlight was on the university’s commitment to transforming and fortifying its leadership in science and innovation, guided by the tri dharma of higher education. In the anniversary meeting held at Grha Sabha Pramana on Tuesday (December 19), Professor Ova Emilia, the […].
In celebration of the 74th anniversary of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), a vibrant array of events awaits, echoing the theme, “Digital Transformation: Harmonizing Innovation and Humanity.” Among the noteworthy annual celebrations is Nitilaku, a tradition rooted in UGM’s history since 2012.
To enhance business development among young entrepreneurs, the UGM Directorate of Community Service organized an MSME seminar with the theme “Planning Enhancement to Become Resilient Entrepreneurs,” attended by 35 selected participants.
A team from the Accounting Education Program (PPAk) at the UGM Faculty of Economics and Business launched digital financial literacy training in collaboration with the Keerom Trade and MSMEs Office. This training is aimed at Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) owned by the Papuan people in Keerom Regency.
The Digital Intelligence Course (MKKD), the collaborative course between the UGM Center for Digital Society (CfDS), the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Siberkreasi, and the Ministry of Education and Culture, has concluded with success.
The year 2023 has been a year full of achievements for UGM.
Among the 2,163 graduates at the UGM bachelor’s and applied bachelor’s degree graduation in November 2023 were 72 from the 3T (frontier, outermost, and underdeveloped) regions.
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) have contributed 60.5% to the National GDP.
After appearing in several news reports recently, the Environmentally Friendly Catfish Smoker, a creation by UGM students, was showcased directly at the 2023 PIMNAS at Universitas Padjajaran, Jatinangor. Dinda Iffana Silma, the team leader, expressed gratitude because her project was funded and participated in the 2023 event.
The UGM Faculty of Agriculture, in collaboration with the Berau Regency Government in East Kalimantan and partners, has implemented the Inspirational Action Program for Citizens towards Change for Prosperous Communities (Pejuang Sigap Sejahtera). The program aims to improve the human resources (HR) quality in Berau Regency by facilitating village governance, natural resource management, and economic […].
Five UGM students have developed Integrated Smart Vertical Hydroponic Farming to help improve the productivity of hydroponic vegetable cultivation for the Tuwuh Makmur Women Farmers Group in Santren Hamlet, Sleman Regency.
The UGM Agrotechnology Innovation Center has developed super smart fertilizer (SSF) for various crops, including tea.
Dr. Ganies Riza Aristya, a lecturer at the UGM Faculty of Biology, has been honored with the Outstanding Flagship Project Award at the 2023 RCE Awards for Innovative Projects on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD).
The UGM Faculty of Animal Science, in collaboration with Global Food Partners (GFP) and PT Lion Super Indo, conducted Cage-Free Eggs System Training in Yogyakarta. The three-day training, held from November 3 to 5, 2023, took place at the Faculty of Animal Science and the International Training Center Cage-Free Innovation and Welfare Hub owned by […].
A team of UGM researchers has developed a tool for dyeing fabric and yarn using natural dyes called GamaWarni.
The UGM Faculty of Philosophy community service team conducted an IT-based art coaching and literacy program in Nagari Koto Gadang, Agam Regency, West Sumatra.
Agriculture is an essential sector inseparable from Indonesia’s economic sustainability.
A group of UGM students involved in the Student Creativity Program for Community Service conducted an empowerment activity for a women’s group in Bendung Village, Gunungkidul Regency. They provided training for non-working homemakers to process the abundant potential of sorghum into processed products like nutritious brownies and cookies, which also hold economic value.
Universitas Gadjah Mada and the Central Kalimantan Provincial Government have forged cooperation in education, research, and community service. At least 12 cooperation agreements were signed by department heads within the Central Kalimantan Provincial Government and Vice Deans from the UGM Faculty of Engineering, Faculty of Economics and Business, Faculty of Forestry, Faculty of Animal Science, […].
Sorghum is a functional food known for its health benefits in preventing diseases associated with the immune, endocrine, nervous, digestive, and circulatory systems.
The UGM Faculty of Philosophy organized a karawitan festival on Wednesday (October 25).
UGM students have developed an integrated carbon absorption technology that can be monitored in real time using smart sensors.
The village of Duwet in Gunungkidul has attracted the attention of five UGM students.
Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has been recognized as a higher education institution concerned about workplace social security. This award was presented directly by the Vice President of Indonesia, Ma’ruf Amin, to Professor Supriyadi, the UGM Vice-Rector for Human Resources and Finance, in Jakarta on Friday (October 20) during the 2023 Paritrana Award ceremony.