Yamaguchi, 27–28 February 2025 – The Master of Environmental Science Program conducted an exploratory visit to Yamaguchi University to initiate prospective international collaboration. This activity aims to strengthen academic and research partnerships between the two universities, with significant contributions to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly in natural resource management, food security, and climate change mitigation.

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During the visit, the Master of Environmental Science Program discussed the development of a Double Degree program, which Yamaguchi University has previously implemented with several other partner institutions. This program enables students to obtain degrees from both universities through a special academic scheme. The initiative supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) by providing opportunities for students to access high-quality international education in Environmental Science. The offered courses also contribute to SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) and SDG 13 (Climate Action), such as Disaster Mitigation, Environmental Fluid Dynamics, and Climate Change. read more

Japan (25 February) – The Master of Environmental Science Program, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada, conducted a benchmarking visit to the Josaphat Microwave Remote Sensing Laboratory (JMRSL), Center for Environmental Remote Sensing, Chiba University. Led by the Dean of the Graduate School, Prof. Ir. Siti Malkhamah, M.Sc., Ph.D., the Master of Environmental Science Program discussed the advancement of Remote Sensing and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) with Prof. Josaphat Tetuko Sri Sumantyo, Ph.D., from JMRSL, Chiba University. The visit was concluded with the signing of a Collaboration Agreement concerning the appointment of visiting lecturers to strengthen Remote Sensing and GIS courses within environmental studies. read more

Entering the even semester of the 2024/2025 academic year, the Environmental Science Master’s Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held its Academic Orientation for New Graduate Students on Monday, 3 February 2025. Accredited “Excellent” by BAN-PT, the program consistently produces competent environmental researchers and practitioners who contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). “The Environmental Science Master’s Program at UGM is multidisciplinary, employing an ecological–spatial approach that integrates abiotic, biotic, and cultural aspects in line with the principles of sustainable development,” stated Prof. Dr. Ignasius Loyola Setyawan Purnama, M.Si., Head of the Environmental Science Master’s Program. read more

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. read more

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

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

On August 21–23, 2024, representatives from the Master’s and Doctoral Programs in Environmental Science at the UGM Graduate School, Dr. Sudaryatno, M.Si., and Dr. Nurul Khakhim, M.Si., attended the 11th National Working Meeting (Rakernas) of the Association of Environmental Science Study Programs (PEPSILI) in Bali. PEPSILI is a legally recognized network organization that facilitates collaboration among all environmental science study programs across Indonesia, aiming to advance environmental science in accordance with the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, particularly in education, research, and community service. read more

The UGM Environmental Science Summer Course on “Karst and Cave Sustainable Management” was conducted through several activities. On August 15, one of the key highlights was a field trip that allowed participants to directly observe natural phenomena in the karst and cave systems around the Special Region of Yogyakarta. This activity also served as an important platform to introduce participants to the diverse karst ecosystems of Indonesia, which exhibit structural characteristics distinct from the karst formations in the participants’ home countries. Through this field trip, participants were expected to directly identify karst structures in several caves and analyze both the potentials and challenges within these ecosystems. read more

On August 12–14, 2024, the Environmental Science Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) conducted the second Summer Course series. The 5th Asian Trans-Disciplinary Karst Conference 2024, an in-person follow-up to the previous online course, was attended by participants from over 15 countries. The event served as a platform for knowledge sharing, experience exchange, and direct international collaboration. The conference spanned three days and included seminars and panel sessions.

(International Conference Documentation)

The event was inaugurated by the Dean of the Graduate School and Prof. Dr. Eko Haryono, M.Si., the Chair of the Organizing Committee. The opening session continued with an introduction to the International Union of Speleology (UIS) by Prof. Nadja Zupan Hajna, followed by a presentation on the upcoming 19th International Congress of Speleology in Brazil, scheduled for July 20–27, 2025, delivered by Jose Ayrton Labegalini, Chair of the Congress Organizing Committee. read more