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. read more

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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. read more

The 2024 Anugerah Insan Berprestasi (Outstanding Individual Awards) was once again held by Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). One of the award categories was secured by the Environmental Science Master’s Program, Graduate School. On 13 November 2024, the Rector of Universitas Gadjah Mada presented the award for Graduate Program Excellence in Modular Course Planning and Development to the Environmental Science Master’s Program. This recognition forms part of the series of events celebrating UGM’s 75th Anniversary (Dies Natalis) and its 15th Lustrum. read more

Community empowerment is one of the key elements in building social and economic resilience within local communities. In Dusun Kembang Sentikan, Tirtomartani Village, Kalasan Sub-district, Sleman Regency, lecturers and doctoral students from the Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) initiated a community empowerment program based on three main approaches: research literacy, environmental awareness, and art appreciation. These approaches aim not only to enhance the knowledge and skills of the local community but also to foster sustainable practices while preserving cultural values. read more

The Master of Environmental Science Program of Universitas Gadjah Mada conducted a field practicum for the courses Natural Resource Management and Environmental Management in Klaten Regency, Central Java, on 10 October 2024. Participated by 21 students, the activities were carried out at three locations focusing on water resource studies.

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The first field observation point was Rawa Jombor, located in Bayat District, Klaten Regency. The site is a freshwater swamp situated between the Baturagung Hills to the south and Mount Merapi to the northwest. Unlike most swamps typically found in coastal areas, Rawa Jombor is uniquely located in the middle of inland territory. read more

Bantul (7 October) – From March to October 2024, the Master of Environmental Science Program carried out a community service program in Trimurti Village, Srandakan District, Bantul Regency. The program, themed innovation in rural waste management, is part of the 2024 Community Service Grant of the Graduate School, Universitas Gadjah Mada, led by Prof. Dr. Ig. L. Setyawan Purnama, M.Si. The primary focus of the activity was to provide public outreach on the importance of effective and sustainable waste management. read more

The Doctoral Program in Environmental Science at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has once again demonstrated its contribution to the community. This time, the team successfully identified a potential well water source that can be utilized to provide clean water in Karangrejo Village, a region long recognized for its limited water availability.

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The detection of this potential water point offers a significant relief to the village residents, who have long faced challenges in accessing clean water for their daily needs. The UGM team applied a scientific approach using the Geomagnetic and Magneto-Telluric methods—appropriate technology that can be directly implemented to benefit the local community. read more

On September 10, 2023, the Doctoral Program in Environmental Science initiated the 2023 Community Service (PkM) activities in Dukuh, Sinduharjo, Ngaglik, Sleman. In collaboration with the Anom Sari Youth Organization, the Environmental Group, and the Migunani Waste Management Self-Help Group, the PkM program was carried out through three main activities: a Waste Management Workshop, a visit to Omah Maggot Jogja, and assistance in the production of compost and organic liquid fertilizer (NPK). As a result of these activities, the “Migunani Maggot House” was established and continues to operate. read more

The Master of Environmental Science Program, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada, has conducted a deficiency course for new students of the 2024/2025 academic year. This activity served as both an orientation and an academic briefing designed to ensure that incoming students from diverse disciplinary backgrounds gain a foundational understanding of coursework related to environmental studies. A total of 80 students participated in this mandatory program, comprising students from the Master of Environmental Science (Graduate School of UGM) and the Master of Geography Program (Faculty of Geography, UGM). read more