The 2024 Indonesian Flying Robot Contest (KRTI) officially kicked off at the Faculty of Vocational Studies of UNY Gunungkidul Campus on Friday (13/9), presenting hundreds of participants, visitors, and officials from the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology. This event is an important point in accelerating the development of flying robot and drone technology in Indonesia.

The cooperation between Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) and the University of Poitiers, France, which began 10 years ago through the Erasmus program, continues to grow rapidly. The partnership began with the visit of Dr. Gerard Mauco, Vice Rector for Academic Affairs at the University of Poitiers, and his wife Christine Mauco, a music expert from the Conservatorium of Poitiers, to UNY. The meeting paved the way for the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) and various collaborative programs that continue to be strengthened over time.

On Tuesday, September 10, 2024, the Graduate School of Universitas Negeri Semarang (SPs UNNES) visited the Graduate School of Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (SPs UNY). The group from SPs UNNES was led by the Coordinator of the Study Program, Prof. Dr. Sarwi, M.Si., who was accompanied by eight students of the Master of Economics and Development Education  program. Meanwhile, SPs UNY as the host was represented by Prof. Dr. Siswantoyo, M.Kes., AIFO, Director of SPs UNY, along with other leaders.

Margoagung Village, known as a cultural pioneer village, continues to maintain the tradition of bamboo crafts that have been passed down from generation to generation. However, in this modern era, innovation is needed to ensure its sustainability and increase competitiveness. Responding to these challenges, the PPK Team of Ormawa Haska JMF FMIPA UNY came up with the Bamboo Craft Diversification and Digital Marketing Program to help the craftsmen in this village not only maintain, but also develop their bamboo crafts.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) made another academic achievement by inaugurating Prof. Dr. Puji Yanti Fauziah, S.Pd., M.Pd. as a Professor in the field of Nonformal Early Childhood Education (PAUD) recently. The inauguration ceremony took place in the Main Conference Room of UNY and was attended by various academic figures, the university's extended family, and invited guests.

After achieving success in the 2023 Indonesian Flying Robot Contest (KRTI) by bringing home 1st place in the Racing Plane Division and 2nd and 3rd place in the Technology Development Division, the Universitas negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) Flying Robot Team is now preparing to compete in KRTI 2024. However, this time there is something special-UNY is not only participating as a participant, but also hosting this prestigious event which will be held from September 12 to 18, 2024 at the Faculty of Vocational Studies UNY and Gading Airfield, Gunung Kidul.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) through the Applied Linguistics Study Program of the Faculty of Language, Arts and Culture (FBSB), strengthened its commitment in supporting the development of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in the Special Region of Yogyakarta (DIY). This was realized through the signing of a cooperation document between UNY and the Sleman Regency Cooperative Office of Small and Medium Enterprises, which also involved 63 MSME partners from various sectors such as food, fashion, herbs, plants, to IT startups.

Beji Village, Patuk, Gunungkidul, Yogyakarta, is now filled with new enthusiasm thanks to the creative and cultural initiatives initiated by UNY Fine Arts Education students. Through the “Berbinar Kreatif (Wayang Kardus or Used Cardboard Puppet)” and “Berbinar Batik”(Batik Production) programs, the village is re-exploring local wealth while promoting environmental awareness and community economic empowerment.

On Monday, September 9, 2024, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) celebrated the 41st National Sports Day (Haornas) with full spirit. The event, which was held in the Rectorate yard, began with mass gymnastics involving the entire UNY academic community, ranging from lecturers, education staff, to students. Haornas is an important moment to reaffirm the importance of exercise as part of a healthy and fit lifestyle. Moreover, this celebration also supports the strengthening of the national sports system as a whole.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) is ready to host the 2024 Indonesian Flying Robot Contest (KRTI), which will be held on September 12-18, 2024. Taking place at the Faculty of Vocational Studies Gunungkidul Campus and Gading Airfield, Playen, this prestigious event is expected to be a stage to showcase students' best innovations in the development of flying robot technology. Collaborating with TNI-AU to provide airfield facilities, UNY is committed to presenting a competition that will spur creativity and research in the field of aerial robotics.