The Yogyakarta Special Region Manpower and Transmigration Office, in collaboration with Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) and supported by BPJS Ketenagakerjaan, once again strengthened collaboration through the Grand Job Fair 2026, held on June 10–11, 2026, at the UNY Auditorium. The event represents the university's commitment to accelerating graduate employment while fostering stronger partnerships among higher education institutions, government agencies, and industry.

Kepedulian terhadap isu ketahanan pangan mendorong sejumlah mahasiswa Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) untuk terlibat langsung dalam aksi sosial bersama komunitas Nasi Darurat Jogja. Melalui kegiatan ini, mahasiswa tidak hanya mempelajari persoalan kelaparan dan akses pangan secara akademis, tetapi juga berkontribusi nyata dalam mendukung pencapaian Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) poin 2, yaitu Zero Hunger (Tanpa Kelaparan).

Sleman – As part of its commitment to strengthening the competitiveness of Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) organized a community engagement program entitled "Integrated Assistance for Halal Certification and Business Identification Number (NIB) Registration as a Strategy to Enhance MSME Competitiveness" in Pulewulung Hamlet, Bangunkerto Village, Turi District, Sleman Regency, recently.

Bantul – Students participating in the Off-Campus Learning Program (PLK) at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) recently carried out a community engagement project at Abdul 'Alim Orphanage in Imogiri, Bantul. The orphanage was selected as the program site because the children's age range and educational needs aligned closely with the academic backgrounds of the PLK team members, enabling them to apply their knowledge in meaningful community service.

Klaten – Students participating in the Off-Campus Learning Program (PLK) at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) recently launched a community-based organic waste management initiative through the cultivation of Black Soldier Fly (BSF) larvae, commonly known as maggots, in Pandan Hamlet, Somopuro Village, Jogonalan District, Klaten Regency, Central Java. The initiative, titled Eco Point, was developed to address the longstanding challenge of household organic waste management within the local community.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) recently welcomed an academic delegation from Western Sydney University (WSU), Australia, consisting of five exchange students and two accompanying faculty members. Facilitated by the UNY International Office, the visit formed part of the University's ongoing efforts to strengthen international collaboration in education and cultural exchange.

Sleman – Students from the Pancasila and Civic Education (PPKn) Study Program, Faculty of Social and Political Sciences (FISIP), Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), recently organized a Project-Based Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) initiative titled "Re-Charm Lab: Transforming Used Plastic Bottle Caps into Value-Added Accessories to Support SDG 12" at MI Muhammadiyah Al Muttaqien in Sleman.

Hanoi, Vietnam – Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) continues to expand its international presence as part of its journey toward becoming a World-Class University (WCU) while contributing to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through academic and cultural collaboration. Beyond hosting international scholars, UNY actively engages with partner universities overseas to promote Indonesian education and culture.

Bantul – Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) demonstrated its commitment to environmental sustainability by participating in a series of coastal conservation activities, including sea turtle hatchling (tukik) release, beach clean-up, and mangrove planting, held on 4 June 2026 at Pelangi Beach and Baros Beach, Bantul. The activities formed part of the University's international conference program and served as an opportunity to strengthen environmental awareness among members of the academic community.

Bantul – Students participating in the Off-Campus Learning Program (PLK) at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) organized a cybercrime awareness program in collaboration with the Bambanglipuro Sector Police (Polsek Bambanglipuro) to educate the public about various forms of cybercrime, as well as effective strategies for prevention and response.