On Friday, February 21, 2025, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) commemorated its 61st anniversary with a mass aerobics session held in front of the Rectorate Building. The event saw participation from over 2,000 members of the UNY community, including faculty, students, staff, and local residents.
UNY's Rector, Prof. Sumaryanto, highlighted that starting in 2025, anniversary celebrations are organized at the university level with a joint committee. "This year's theme is 'Synergy and Innovation for Achievement'," he stated. The celebrations feature 17 main events, culminating in the anniversary speech on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, along with 71 supporting activities hosted by various faculties, the graduate school, and other units.
The aerobics session, which began at 7:30 AM, was led by professional instructors who energized participants with dynamic movements and lively music. The atmosphere was further enlivened by exciting door prizes, including two motorcycles as grand prizes. One participant, Reva, expressed her joy, stating, "This group exercise is enjoyable and beneficial, especially as it brings friends together while promoting fitness."
