Students of the Environmental Science Master’s Program, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), once again made remarkable achievements beyond the academic sphere. Two postgraduate students, Dina Aprilia and Wahyu Febriani, successfully earned prestigious awards in events highlighting strategic issues in public health and cultural preservation.

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Dina Aprilia, a student from Tangerang, achieved the Top 4 Favorite Position of Duta Kesehatan (Health Ambassador) of the Special Region of Yogyakarta. Her motivation to join the competition stemmed from her personal experiences and academic background in environmental studies, which are closely related to health issues. read more

Yogyakarta, May 12, 2025 — Doctoral students from the Environmental Science Program, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), participated in a public lecture titled “Green Growth: Sustainable Growth with Equity,” organized by The Yudhoyono Institute (TYI) in collaboration with the Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability. The event was part of TYI’s 25th Lecture Series, held at the Marriott Hotel Yogyakarta, and featured prominent global figures such as Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono, Agus Harimurti Yudhoyono, Ban Ki-Moon, and Dr. Arun Majumdar. read more

On Saturday, 26 April 2025, nine students of the Environmental Science Master’s Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) took part in a field study at the Song Terus Site, the Song Terus Museum, and Tabuhan Cave in Pacitan, East Java. This activity was part of the Cultural Environment course taught by Dr. Dra. Niken Wirasanti, M.Si.

The field study aimed to deepen students’ understanding of the relationship between prehistoric humans and their natural environment, as well as how early cultural adaptations shaped their living spaces. Direct observations were conducted from 09.00 to 14.00 WIB, accompanied by a museum educator from the Song Terus Museum, Anjar Laksita, and technical staff member, Tulus Wahyudi. read more

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. read more

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. read more

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. read more

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

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