Yogyakarta, August 22, 2025 – Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada (SV UGM) has once again achieved a proud national accomplishment through the success of eight student teams that secured funding in the 2025 Student Creativity Program (PKM). Out of 56 funded teams from UGM this year, eight came from SV UGM.

The eight teams represented various PKM categories, including:

• 1 team in PKM-Constructive Idea Video (VGK)

• 1 team in PKM-Creative Invention (KC)

• 2 teams in PKM-Entrepreneurship (K)

• 1 team in PKM-Innovative Work (KI)

• 3 teams in PKM-Science and Technology Application (PI)

By department, three teams are from the Department of Electrical and Informatics Engineering (DTEDI), two from the Department of Economics and Business (DEB), two from the Department of Mechanical Engineering (DTM), and one from the Department of Biological and Veterinary Technology (DTHV).

The Student Creativity Program (PKM), organized by the Directorate of Learning and Student Affairs (Belmawa) of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, aims to foster innovation and creativity among university students across Indonesia. In 2025, PKM consists of ten categories focusing on idea development, entrepreneurship, community service, research, and technological innovation. The program supports ten national development priorities, including food security, health, MSME empowerment, environmental sustainability, and education enhancement.

The funded teams will implement their projects from August to October 2025, followed by the reporting and selection stages for the National Student Scientific Week (PIMNAS) at the end of the year.

This achievement demonstrates Sekolah Vokasi UGM’s strong commitment to nurturing students in producing creative, applied-science-based works that deliver real impact to society.

Yogyakarta, August 19, 2025 – Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) collaborated with Yogyakarta State University (UNY) to hold a book review event for River Restoration by Prof. Dr.-Ing. Agus Maryono, IPM., ASEAN Eng. The event, which took place at the UGM Center for Environmental Studies Building, 4th Floor, Room 407C, was attended by academics, students from both universities, and river conservation communities from the Special Region of Yogyakarta and surrounding areas.

Yogyakarta, August 14, 2025 – Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada (SV UGM) held an internal discussion on “Requirements for Homebase Lecturers and Lecturer Promotion” in the Ballroom on the 2nd floor of the Teaching Industry Learning Center (TILC) Building. The event was attended by the Vice Rector for Education and Teaching at UGM, Prof. Dr. Wening Udasmoro, S.S., M.Hum., DEA., Director of Human Resources at UGM, Prof. Suadi, M.Agr.Sc., Ph.D., and all SV UGM lecturers.

Jakarta, August 14, 2025 — Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada (SV UGM) actively participated in the Emergency Disaster Reduction & Rescue Expo (EDRR) Indonesia 2025, a national-scale exhibition held at JIExpo Kemayoran, Jakarta, from August 13–15, 2025.

Yogyakarta, August 7, 2025 — Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada (SV UGM) successfully held Pionir Permadani 2025, part of the Pionir Gadjah Mada 2025 series, which aims to introduce the academic environment to new students of Sekolah Vokasi, often referred to as Gamavo. Under the theme “Resilience and Acceleration of Vocational Education, Pillars of Educational Transformation for the Nation,” the event, which took place on August 6–7, 2025, was attended by hundreds of new students with great enthusiasm and excitement.

On the first day, Gamavo participated in activities in their respective departments. Gamavo was divided into groups according to their fields of study, then taken on a department tour to get to know the environment, facilities, and scientific characteristics of the department. In addition, Gamavo had the opportunity to interact directly with student organizations and department-level Semi-Autonomous Bodies (BSO), accompanied by entertainment performances that created a friendly atmosphere among new students.

The series of activities continued on the second day at Graha Sabha Pramana (GSP) UGM, which was the highlight of the Pionir Permadani 2025 event. On this occasion, Gamavo had the opportunity to gain inspiration directly from influential figures in their respective fields. The agenda began with a motivational speech by Prof. Dr. Anggito Abimanyu, M.Sc., GRCP, Deputy Minister of Finance and Professor of Economics at the Department of Economics and Business, Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada

In his presentation, Prof. Anggito emphasized the importance of taking pride in the study choices that have been made.

“When choosing, the options are very limited. But most importantly, you must be able to decide and give reasons,” he said.

The message encouraged new students to view their decision to continue their studies at Sekolah Vokasi UGM as a strategic step full of opportunities. More than just motivation, his speech served as a reminder that belief in one’s choices is the foundation for building resilience, developing potential, and contributing to the progress of the nation.

Next, the series of events continued with an interactive talk show hosted by Almeyda Legina, an outstanding student from the Department of Earth Technology, Geographic Information Systems Study Program. This session was designed to provide strategic insights and practical motivation for new students in facing challenges and opportunities in the world of work.

The talk show featured two inspiring speakers. Ir. I Made Andi Arsana, S.T., ME., Ph.D., a lecturer in Geodesy who is active in various Universitas Gadjah Mada academic forums. He discussed career prospects in the era of rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI). He emphasized that rapid technological advances are not a threat, but rather a great opportunity that vocational students can optimize to create innovations and make real contributions to society.

The second speaker, Angga Priyatmoko S.T., M.Eng, explained the business model canvas and design strategies, and encouraged students to not only understand the concepts, but also to immediately take concrete steps. He emphasized the importance of starting real action early, developing together with mentors, and building strong networks as preparation for accelerating their future careers.

Not only did they gain inspiring insights, Gamavo was also introduced to various student organizations, BSO, and Student Activity Units (UKM) at SV UGM, such as PMK, Java, Formasi, and others. The excitement was further heightened by UKM performances, sports flash mobs, theater performances by SV UGM students, and musical performances by the Vocational Music Forum (Formasi).

In closing, all Gamada members participated in a celebratory formation in front of the GSP, which was enthusiastically welcomed by the Garasi Vokasi UGM, marking the end of Pionir Permadani 2025 with a spirit of togetherness and optimism. Through this activity, Sekolah Vokasi UGM reaffirmed its commitment to producing strong, adaptive vocational graduates who are ready to contribute to the advancement of the nation.

Yogyakarta, July 21, 2025 — Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada (SV UGM) welcomed dozens of high school students from New Taipei, Taiwan, for a campus introduction event held at the Teaching Industry Learning Center (TILC). The visit aimed to introduce various programs and strengths of SV UGM, as well as encourage Taiwanese students to continue their studies in Indonesia, particularly at SV UGM.

The Pacific Asia Society (PAS) is set to host its World Friends Korea Summer Program 2025 at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) in Yogyakarta. This exciting event took place from July 7 to July 18, 2025, at the Department of Foreign Language, Arts, and Cultural Management, Vocational College of UGM. After several postponements due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the PAS team is thrilled to return to UGM, where they have previously conducted successful programs.

Jakarta, July 16 2025 —Prof. Dr.-Ing. Ir. Agus Maryono, IPM, ASEAN Eng., Professor of Water Resources and Environment and Dean of the Sekolah Vokasi Universitas Gadjah Mada, attended as an external examiner in the Public Examination at the Doctoral Program in Civil Engineering, UNTAR, Jakarta.

Yogyakarta, July 3, 2025 — As part of its commitment to promoting quality public information transparency in the digital era, representatives from UGM Vocational College participated in a Technical Training on Information and Documentation Management (PPID) organized by PPID UGM. The event carried the theme “The Strategic Role of PPID in Promoting Accountability and Public Participation.”

Gunungkidul, July 2025 — Lecturers from the Travel and Tourism Business Study Program at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) have developed a tourist guide for use by local guides on the “Grogol Kaloka Experience” Cultural Tour in Grogol Village, Paliyan District, Gunungkidul Regency. This guide serves as the primary resource for local guides accompanying participants in the 2025 Road to Jogja International Kite Festival (JIKF) during the two-hour cultural tour.