The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a communal iftar gathering on Tuesday (March 3) at the faculty’s courtyard. The event brought together all members of the faculty—from students to academic and administrative staff—in a warm and convivial atmosphere.

The iftar gathering is one of the faculty’s annual traditions in welcoming the holy month of Ramadan. In addition to breaking the fast together, the event featured a religious lecture delivered by Prof. drh. Agung Budiyanto, M.P., Ph.D., a professor from UGM’s Faculty of Veterinary Medicine. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a send-off ceremony for undergraduate graduates as part of the Graduation Ceremony for Period II of the 2025/2026 Academic Year on February 25, 2026, at the Faculty’s Assembly Hall. A total of 30 students were officially awarded the degree of Bachelor of Philosophy. Of these, 21 graduates (70 percent) earned cum laude honors, while the remaining nine received a “very satisfactory” distinction.

In her remarks, the Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, Prof. Dr. Rr. Siti Murtiningsih, S.S., M.Hum., expressed appreciation to the graduates and their parents for their support throughout the academic journey. “Today, the sons and daughters entrusted to us several years ago have completed all their academic obligations and are officially graduating. This is a significant achievement for all of us,” she said. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held its second Integrated Development Post for Non-Communicable Diseases (Posbindu PTM) on February 13, 2026. The event followed its inaugural implementation at the end of 2025 and forms part of an ongoing effort to enhance health awareness and monitoring among the academic community.

A total of 87 participants took part in the program, marking an increase from the previous session. Participants represented a broad cross-section of the faculty, including lecturers, administrative staff, students, outsourced workers, daily staff, and canteen personnel. This wide participation reflects the faculty’s inclusive approach to fostering a culture of healthy living across the entire campus community. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), in collaboration with ICT Watch, presented the preliminary findings of a joint research project titled AI Insight Report 2025 as part of the AI Literacy Summit. The findings were delivered by researcher Luthfi Baihaqi Riziq, offering an early overview of how Indonesian society—particularly Generation Z—relates to artificial intelligence (AI).

The study employed questionnaires and in-depth interviews with Generation Z respondents from across Indonesia, as well as informants from the industrial sector, government, and civil society organizations. It adopted a postdigital approach, viewing AI not merely as a digital technology but as embedded within physical infrastructure, governance systems, access distribution, and human–technology relationships. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indonesian ICT Partnership Association (ICT Watch) as part of the AI Literacy Summit series. The agreement was signed by ICT Watch Executive Director Indriyatno Banyumurti and the Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, Prof. Dr. Rr. Siti Murtiningsih, M.Hum., marking a shared commitment to strengthening collaboration between academia and civil society.

ICT Watch is an organization that has initiated various digital literacy movements in Indonesia, including internetsehat.id. The partnership is aimed at advancing education, research, and community engagement within the Faculty of Philosophy UGM, particularly in the areas of digital literacy, technological development, and artificial intelligence (AI). read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), in collaboration with ICT Watch, held the AI Literacy Summit on Thursday, February 12, 2026, at the UGM Innovation and Creativity Hub (Gelanggang Inovasi dan Kreativitas/GIK). The event brought together academics, policymakers, and digital literacy advocates to discuss the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) for humanity, education, and society.

Executive Director of ICT Watch, Indriyatno Banyumurti, noted that since 2002 ICT Watch has been promoting positive internet use and digital literacy in Indonesia. “Together, we are building a cyberspace that is safer, more ethical, and inclusive. Technology always has both positive and negative sides, so it must be used wisely,” he said. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) आयोजित an orientation session for new postgraduate students on Wednesday, February 12, 2026, at the Faculty of Philosophy. The event was attended by incoming master’s (S2) and doctoral (S3) students for the even semester of the 2025/2026 Academic Year, serving as an introduction to the academic environment, curriculum, and direction of study at the faculty.

The program opened with remarks from the Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, who expressed appreciation for the students’ decision to pursue their advanced studies at the faculty. The Dean emphasized that postgraduate study is an intellectual journey rich in shared learning experiences. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) organized a workshop on Compulsory Curriculum Courses (MKWK) on February 2, 2026, at the Grand Rohan Hotel Yogyakarta. The event brought together lecturers responsible for MKWK courses as part of preparations for the upcoming academic semester.

The workshop aimed to align perspectives and enhance the quality of MKWK instruction through the development of Semester Learning Plans (RPKPS), as well as technical coordination for course implementation. During the session, lecturers discussed learning outcomes, teaching methods, and evaluation strategies to ensure that the learning process remains effective and aligned with the university’s academic standards. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted the International Model United Nations (IMUN), an international-scale United Nations simulation forum attended by high school students, university students, and graduates from various countries. The event took place over three days from January 28 to 30.

In her opening remarks, the Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni of the Faculty of Philosophy, Dr. Iva Ariani, S.S., M.Hum., expressed appreciation for the presence of participants from across the globe. “Welcome to the Faculty of Philosophy. We hope that students and participants can develop a deeper understanding of how national interests can be balanced with international solidarity, while also recognizing the limits of diplomacy in navigating global power dynamics,” she said. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a leadership handover ceremony alongside its Workshop on Organizational Structure and Governance (SOTK) on January 22–23, 2026, at the Marriott Hotel Yogyakarta. The event included the formal transition of leadership for the Departments of Philosophy of Religion, Western Philosophy, and Eastern Philosophy.

Dr. Ridwan Ahmad Sukri, S.S., M.Hum., was officially appointed Head of the Department of Philosophy of Religion for the 2026–2031 term, succeeding Prof. Dr. Lasiyo, M.A., M.M. Meanwhile, Dr. Sonjoruri Budiani Trisakti, M.A., was named Acting Head of the Department of Western Philosophy for the 2026–2028 period, replacing Dr. Supartiningsih, S.S., M.Hum., and Dr. M. Rodinal Khair Khasri, S.Fil., M.Phil., was appointed Acting Head of the Department of Eastern Philosophy for the same term, succeeding Dr. Sartini, M.Hum. read more