SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
UGM expert highlights the need to strengthen human capital and align research with industry demands to accelerate campus-based downstream innovation.
Through UGM’s fast-track program, Tria Sofie completed her master’s degree at 22, becoming the youngest graduate of the Faculty of Geography.
UGM provides internal financial assistance to over 500 students facing tuition payment difficulties to ensure equitable access to higher education.
UGM alumni runners donate over Rp500 million through a charity run to support scholarships, disaster-affected students, and UGM’s endowment fund.
UGM doctoral graduate Dea Angelia Kamil earned her PhD in Computer Science at just 26 years old, becoming one of the youngest doctoral graduates.
An inspiring story of Manuel Vong, UGM alumnus from Timor-Leste, whose journey led him to serve as minister, rector, and education advocate.
Pertamina Hulu Energi Finance Director Bayu Kusuma Dewanto shares insights on perseverance, networking, and skills to build a successful career.
UGM graduates 1,061 postgraduate students, highlighting academic excellence, research impact, and leadership in higher education.
UGM and the West Sulawesi Provincial Government sign an MoU to strengthen education, affirmative pathways, and human resource development.
Kagama’s Central Board inaugurates 47 new regional leaders in West Sulawesi, reinforcing alumni collaboration for regional development.
UGM researchers develop high-nutrient, affordable green fodder products to support livestock productivity through downstream research innovation.
A UGM economist warns that proposed cuts to coal production may have a limited global impact and could reduce Indonesia’s state revenue.
A UGM expert urges the government to ensure sufficient supply, demand data, and fair distribution following Indonesia’s ban on 12 imports.
A UGM doctoral student joins academic programs at NTUA, Greece, to strengthen international research collaboration in waste management and sustainability.
Universitas Gadjah Mada inaugurates 901 new professional engineers, strengthening Indonesia’s human resources in engineering and technology.
UGM economist calls for stronger law enforcement and improved tax literacy as Indonesia’s 2025 tax revenue falls short of its APBN target.
UGM and the North Maluku Provincial Government formalize cooperation to strengthen human resources through education, research, and community service.
UGM economists say Indonesia’s planned bullion bank can deepen financial markets and support macroeconomic stability through gold-based instruments.
UGM students win the Nutrifood Leadership Award 2025 after excelling in leadership training and a national health-focused social project.
UGM and the Yogyakarta City Government collaborate to revitalize Terban Market, promoting humane spatial planning and community-based trade.
UGM research explores sustainable buffalo production systems in Gayo, Tapanuli, and Kalimantan to support national food self-sufficiency.
Premium hydroponic melon research supports sand-land farmers, boosts productivity, and develops value-added products for food resilience.
UGM KKN students plant Vanda tricolor orchids on Mount Merapi’s slopes to conserve endemic flora and develop edutourism potential.
A UGM expert says 14 million workers earning below the minimum wage reflects limited job creation and weak worker bargaining power.
A Pustral UGM survey shows 90.9% public satisfaction with transportation services during the 2025 Christmas and 2026 New Year holiday period.
UGM research finds Indonesia’s stock market responds slowly to technology investment announcements, reflecting thin market characteristics.
UGM builds 100 temporary shelters in Aceh. A disaster expert emphasizes the importance of safety, risk-based planning, and mitigation in post-disaster reconstruction.
UGM received 14 awards at Anugerah Diktisaintek 2025, including a Silver Winner for impactful collaboration with government and civil society.
Pursuing 5.4 Percent Economic Growth in 2026, UGM Expert Urges Government to Prioritize Job Creation
UGM economist warns the 5.4 percent growth target for 2026 will be hard to reach without large-scale job creation and active government intervention.
A UGM student team secured first place in the Escoration essay competition with an innovation that turns chicken waste into sustainable feed supplements.

