To strengthen disaster preparedness at the community level, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), through its Center for Work Safety, Health, and Environment (Pusat K3L), joined hands with the Indonesian Fire Safety Professional Society (MPK2I) to train residents of Kampung Mas Bumijo Kulon in fire prevention and emergency response. Held on Saturday, May 31, 2025, this initiative was particularly focused on empowering women—especially homemakers—to take the lead as first responders in local fire emergencies.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) paid a heartfelt tribute to Iqbal, a student from the Faculty of Engineering, who passed away shortly before his graduation. Although he had completed all academic requirements, Iqbal couldn’t attend the ceremony. In his place, his brother walked to the stage to receive his diploma—an emotional moment that brought quiet reflection and support from the entire audience.

On May 31, 2025, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) held its fourth graduation ceremony for the 2025/2026 academic year at the UNY Sports Hall (GOR UNY). A total of 1,579 graduates were officially conferred degrees, comprising 69 doctoral, 302 master's, 1,044 bachelor's, and 164 applied bachelor's graduates. The ceremony was also broadcast live through the university's official channels, allowing wider participation from families and the academic community.

A group of students from the Department of Nonformal Education at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) initiated a community empowerment program titled “From Waste to Blessings: Optimizing Circular Economy Empowerment for Widows through Eco-Friendly Prayer Bead Innovation.” Implemented from February to May 2025, the program was led by Rubiyantiningsih, Fitri Padmawati, Sabrinasurya Maharani, and Dinda Nurlisa Septiana.

In a meaningful step toward preparing future business leaders, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Trade of the Republic of Indonesia on May 23, 2025. The signing, held at the FMIPA UGM campus, marked the beginning of a shared mission: to equip UNY students and graduates with the mindset, skills, and confidence to become successful entrepreneurs at both the national and global levels.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) hosted a visit from Walailak University, Thailand, on Monday, May 26, 2025, at the Senate Meeting Room.  The meeting aimed to build stronger cooperation between the two universities, especially in student and lecturer exchange, joint research, publications, and non-academic activities. This partnership also supports international exposure for UNY students and staff.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) held its ‘Wonderroots’ Culinary Festival, turning humble root vegetables into innovative, nourishing dishes. The festival, led by passionate students, celebrated the potential of local crops—cassava, taro, sweet potatoes, and more—not only as culinary delights but also as sustainable solutions to address food security.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) has formalized a collaborative agreement with the Yogyakarta City Government, underscoring its commitment to community-focused initiatives. Represented by Vice Rector for Cooperation and Information Systems, Prof. Soni Nopembri, Ph.D., UNY signed the partnership contract on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at Hotel Tara, Yogyakarta. This agreement aligns with UNY's dedication to the Tri Dharma of Higher Education, emphasizing education, research, and community service.

On May 21, 2025, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) commemorated its 61st anniversary with a ceremonial event held at the university's auditorium. The ceremony featured traditional Javanese cultural elements, known as "Gagrak Mataraman," reflecting UNY's commitment to preserving cultural identity while advancing educational excellence. The event was attended by notable figures, including the Vice Governor of the Special Region of Yogyakarta, Sri Paduka KGPAA Paku Alam X, and representatives from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology.