The Faculty of Philosophy, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), welcomed a delegation from SMA Negeri 8 Depok on Tuesday morning. Held in the Persatuan Room, 3rd Floor, the event was attended by 150 students and teachers, aiming to provide an in-depth introduction to UGM and the Faculty of Philosophy.

Dr. Rizal Mustansyir, M.Hum., as the main speaker, opened the session by introducing UGM’s long history as an educational institution dedicated to community service and the development of national leaders. He also highlighted UGM’s strengths, including its international reputation and fair, inclusive student admission pathways. read more

A total of 218 students and 30 accompanying teachers from SMA Negeri 1 Pamarayan, Serang Regency, Banten, visited the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) on Thursday afternoon. The event took place in the First Floor Hall of the Faculty of Philosophy, starting at 1:00 PM, with Dr. Rizal Mustansyir as the guest speaker.

The visit began with a warm welcome from the Faculty of Philosophy, followed by a brief introduction to the faculty’s vision and mission to nurture critical and reflective young minds. In his presentation, Dr. Rizal Mustansyir provided an overview of UGM’s history as Indonesia’s first national university, which has played a pivotal role in education and nation-building. He highlighted UGM’s strengths, including its commitment to community service and its student admission pathways designed to provide broad opportunities for talented students across the country. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted a visit from SMA Negeri 14 Tangerang Regency on Thursday morning (January 9), held at the First Floor Hall of the Faculty of Philosophy. The visit was attended by 249 students and 18 accompanying teachers, all eager to learn more about UGM and the Faculty of Philosophy.

The event began at 9:00 AM with a brief opening by the moderator, followed by an insightful presentation by Dr. Rizal Mustansyir. He provided a comprehensive overview of UGM’s history as the first university established by the Indonesian government, its excellence as a leading educational institution, and various student admission pathways. read more

In celebration of World Logic Day, the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a public lecture titled “Why Logic Matters”. The event featured Dr. Sara L. Uckerman from Durham University, United Kingdom, as the keynote speaker. It marked the culmination of a series of lectures, following two earlier sessions on January 6, which covered the topics “History of Logic” and “Fiction Writing as Philosophical Methodology”.

The series drew significant attention from students and participants representing various institutions, including UGM, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Universitas Nahdlatul Ulama, Universitas Ahmad Dahlan, and others. In addition to in-person attendance, the event was broadcast live via the official YouTube channel of the Faculty of Philosophy, enabling a wider audience to engage in discussions about logic and its multifaceted applications. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at UGM is offering opportunities for students to join as part-time social media staff.

Registration is open until January 19, 2025, via the link: ugm.id/oprecmedfilsafat.

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) continued its Lecture Series in celebration of World Logic Day, featuring Dr. Sara L. Uckerman from Durham University, United Kingdom, as the keynote speaker. In the second session, held yesterday (6/1), Sara presented an intriguing and in-depth topic: “Fiction Writing as Philosophical Methodology.” She began by discussing philosophical methodologies in general, focusing particularly on approaches within the analytic philosophy tradition. read more

January 14 is recognized as World Logic Day, an observance established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). To mark the occasion, the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted a lecture series featuring Dr. Sara L. Uckerman from Durham University, United Kingdom, as the keynote speaker.

The lecture series commenced yesterday (7/1) with two sessions that explored fundamental and methodological aspects of logic studies. The first session, titled “History of Logic,” delved into the historical development of logic, covering its definitions, significant periods, and key figures in the discipline. The second session, “Fiction Writing as Philosophical Methodology,” examined how fiction writing can serve as an effective methodological tool for exploring and conveying philosophical arguments. read more

January 14 is celebrated as World Logic Day, an observance established by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO). To commemorate this occasion, the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) is hosting a series of lectures featuring Dr. Sara L. Uckerman from Durham University, United Kingdom, as the keynote speaker.

Lecture Series
January 6, 2025
Persatuan Meeting Room, Notonagoro Building, 3rd Floor

• Lecture 1 (12:45 – 14:00): History of Logic
• Lecture 2 (14:45 – 16:00): Fiction Writing as Philosophical Methodology

Public Lecture
January 7, 2025
13:00 – 15:00
Persatuan Meeting Room, Notonagoro Building, 3rd Floor read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) actively participated in the Community Engagement Exhibition held from December 10-12, 2024, at the UGM Innovation and Creativity Center. Organized by the Directorate of Community Service at UGM, the event featured booths from faculties and work units showcasing various community service initiatives, as well as small and medium enterprises (SMEs) from across Indonesia marketing their products.

At the Faculty of Philosophy’s booth, visitors were treated to a unique collection from the Nusantara Philosophy Laboratory, educational videos on philosophy, as well as posters and booklets documenting the faculty’s community service activities conducted by lecturers across Indonesia. The booth also highlighted the contributions of students, especially through the Student Activity Bureau “Sapiens.” read more

In commemoration of World Philosophy Day, the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted a public lecture on Thursday, November 23, 2024, themed “Why Philosophy Matters.” The event featured Prof. Andrew Arana from the University of Lorraine, France, who discussed the concept of localism through a philosophical lens.

The lecture explored how localism, or preference for local matters, is reflected in various aspects of life, such as consumption, language, and even mathematics, and how philosophy uncovers the commonalities between these areas. Prof. Arana began by discussing consumer localism, which is often manifested through a preference for local products. read more