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) hosted a visit from lecturers and administrative staff from Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) on Wednesday, December 11, 2024. The visit facilitated discussions and knowledge-sharing on the management of mandatory curriculum courses (MKWK), particularly Pancasila and Citizenship, as well as the implementation of the Religious Moderation and National Defense House program led by UGM’s Faculty of Philosophy.

The event opened with a welcome address by the Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, Dr. Rr. Siti Murtiningsih, S.S., M.Hum., who expressed appreciation for ITB’s visit. She highlighted the importance of inter-university collaboration to develop educational programs that prioritize both academic excellence and a strong foundation of values for students. read more

On Monday, December 2, 2024, the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) welcomed a visit from Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Raden Mas Said Surakarta. The event, held in the Persatuan Room on the 3rd floor, commenced at 8:00 AM and was attended by 70 students along with their academic supervisors.

Dr. Rizal Mustansyir and Dr. Septiana Dwi Putri Maharani were present as keynote speakers, delivering engaging presentations about the Faculty of Philosophy’s flagship programs, particularly the Nusantara Philosophy Laboratory. This laboratory exemplifies the faculty’s commitment to exploring and preserving the rich philosophical heritage of the Nusantara region. read more

Sapiens Club, a student organization from the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada, presented a vibrant cultural event titled Ode to Karsa. Held at IFI-LIP Yogyakarta in Sagan, this celebration brought together art, culture, and inclusivity through an engaging series of activities: kite painting, a sign language workshop, and a theatrical performance in collaboration with FSB Retorika titled Sukmaku Rawagede. Open to students, the Deaf community, and the general public, the event fostered creativity, understanding, and reflection on Indonesia’s historical and cultural narratives. read more

In commemoration of World Philosophy Day 2024, the Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted the Philoday Debate 2024. The competition embraced the overarching theme “Why Philosophy Matters?” with the subtheme “The Matters of Philosophical Issue in Science and Humanities Studies.” This event invited participants to reflect on the critical role of philosophy in scientific and humanities discourse.

The event attracted university students from various institutions across Indonesia, who competed in a debate testing their depth of understanding, argumentative skills, and critical thinking. Teams faced off in debates on predetermined motions, with each team assigned roles as either the proposition (pro) or the opposition (con), presenting arguments for or against the motion. read more

The Faculty of Philosophy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) successfully hosted the 12th International Conference on Nusantara Philosophy (ICNP) on November 25-26, 2024. Conducted online, this year’s conference centered on the theme “Philosophy of Well-Being: Revisiting the Idea of Sustainable Living and Development.”

The event brought together academics, researchers, and practitioners from diverse fields to discuss and seek a philosophical framework for sustainable development and societal well-being. A key focus of the conference was incorporating indigenous perspectives into the discourse on development while critically examining how such perspectives are often excluded from public policy and knowledge construction. read more