The Doctoral Program in Environmental Science, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), continues to strengthen the quality of its education and research through a benchmarking visit to several leading universities in Egypt. The visit was conducted by Prof. Eko Haryono, Head of the Doctoral Program, and Dr. Sudaryatno, Quality Assurance Coordinator of the program, on the sidelines of their participation in an international conference from April 12 to 19, 2025. Three prominent universities were visited: Cairo University, Suez University, and Ain Shams University.
Prof. Eko Haryono, Head of the Doctoral Program in Environmental Science, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), presented his research on sustainable management of Indonesia’s karst landscapes at the IGU Egypt 2025 Thematic Conference. As one of UGM’s delegates at the international event held from April 12 to 19, 2025, in Egypt, Prof. Haryono delivered a presentation titled “Sustainable Management of Mangkalihat Peninsula Karst Through Geopark Framework, East Kalimantan–Indonesia.” His presentation contributed to the main theme of the conference, “Geo-Spatial Technology, Global Changes & Sustainability.”
The Doctoral Program in Environmental Science, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), delegated Prof. Eko Haryono and Dr. Sudaryatno to participate in the IGU Egypt 2025 Thematic Conference. Initiated by the International Geographical Union (IGU), the conference was held in Egypt from April 12–19, 2025. This international event brought together scholars and experts from around the world to discuss pressing global environmental issues through the lenses of geospatial technology, global change, and sustainability.
Yogyakarta, April 21, 2025 — The Doctoral Program in Environmental Science, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), continues to strengthen its international network by organizing the Internship Doctoral Program, a collaboration between the Graduate School, Faculty of Geography, and Guilin University of Technology. The program is designed to provide both academic and research experiences for students from both institutions. This initiative represents a strategic step toward expanding international collaboration, as well as promoting mutual exchange of knowledge and experience among global academic communities.
Yogyakarta, March 21, 2025 — The Head of the Doctoral Program in Environmental Science, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a meeting with Universitas Gunungkidul (UGK) to discuss groundwater conservation in the Gunungkidul karst region. This meeting served as a follow-up to the Bribin-Baron Groundwater Resources Protection Program, an initiative of the global community Most Important Karst Aquifer Spring (MIKAS). The discussion focused on planning a collaborative, community-based empowerment program aimed at promoting sustainable water resource management in karst areas.
The Doctoral Program in Environmental Science, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), conducted a Monitoring and Evaluation (Monev) session for its students on Monday, March 17, 2025. Held virtually, the event was attended by the Head of the Study Program, the Quality Assurance Coordinator, and all doctoral students. The main objective of this activity was to monitor and assess students’ academic progress throughout their study period.
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The monitoring and evaluation session served not only to track students’ progress but also to provide a platform for them to communicate any challenges or obstacles encountered during their study. This activity plays a crucial role in ensuring that every student receives adequate academic and non-academic support. To facilitate this, the program provided a structured feedback form where students were invited to report their study targets, achievements, difficulties, and suggestions for improvement. The submitted information became an important reference for the study program in providing constructive feedback and tailored academic guidance.
The Doctoral Program in Environmental Science at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a Curriculum Workshop on Thursday, January 23, 2025, at ARTOTEL Suites Bianti, Yogyakarta. The event was conducted in a hybrid format and attended by a wide range of stakeholders, including faculty members, students, alumni, institutional partners, and employers of graduates. Participants represented diverse institutions—ranging from doctoral programs in environmental science across Java to government agencies, academic institutions, and environmental organizations.
Karangrejo, January 20, 2025 — The Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) once again demonstrated its commitment to advancing sustainable development in Indonesia through a community service program in Karangrejo Village, Loano District, Purworejo Regency. Five groundwater wells — the result of collaboration between the Doctoral Program in Environmental Science, Pamsimas, the Ministry of Agriculture, and alumni of SMAN 1 Purworejo — were officially inaugurated by the Dean of the Graduate School. This joint initiative now provides access to clean water for 160 households and supports local agricultural activities.
The Doctoral Program of Environmental Science Program, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), has initiated a Community Service Program (PKM) in collaboration with the Community-Based Drinking Water and Sanitation Program (PAMSIMAS) and Alumni of SMA Negeri 1 Purworejo Class of 1985 (MG85). The program, implemented in Karangrejo Village, Loano District, Purworejo Regency, aims to provide a sustainable source of clean water for the local community. The collaboration successfully resulted in the construction of a bore well capable of meeting the clean water needs of 160 families.

