In an exciting step toward embracing digital innovation, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) welcomed Prof. Dr. Thomas Köhler, a renowned expert in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and education, for an international guest lecture on April 24, 2025. Students, lecturers, and education leaders gathered with great enthusiasm to explore how AI is reshaping higher education and contributing to global sustainable development goals.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) showed its strong support for inclusivity by providing special assistance during the 2025 Computer-Based Written Examination for students with disabilities. Held at the Faculty of Economics’ IDB Building, UNY made sure that every student, regardless of their abilities, had the tools and support needed to take the exam comfortably and equally.

On April 23, 2025, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) hosted a field assessment for its Bachelor of Science Education program, conducted by the Independent Accreditation Institute for Teacher Education (LAMDIK). The assessment aimed to evaluate the program's quality and readiness for accreditation. The session was inaugurated by UNY's Vice Rector for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) successfully hosted the National Computer-Based Written Examination 2025 entrance exam for 11,216 prospective students across five days, from April 23 to April 28, 2025. According to Prof. Eduard Wolok, General Chair of the SNPMB Organizing Committee, a total of 860,975 participants nationwide registered for National Computer-Based Written Examination this year. Most applicants aimed for Bachelor’s programs (799,230), followed by Applied Bachelor’s (45,582), and Diploma programs (16,164).

In a warm and heartfelt celebration, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) held a Syawal Gathering on April 8, 2025, at the Rectorate Hall. The annual event brought together university leaders and staff for a moment of reflection, gratitude, and renewed togetherness following the holy month of Ramadan. The atmosphere was filled with smiles, laughter, and sincere greetings as colleagues exchanged forgiveness and strengthened bonds beyond the professional setting.

A group of innovative students from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) has found a creative way to turn food waste into a healthy treat. Through the Student Creativity Program in Entrepreneurship (PKM-K), five students from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences—Indah Aulia, Telaga Zia, Mufidah Nur, Adinda Putri, and Aghna Jadarah—developed Kedelite, a nutritious snack bar made from soybean skins and jackfruit seeds. Guided by lecturer Dita Puji R., M.Pd., their mission was to create a delicious snack while also reducing food waste.

What once clogged local waterways is now a promising solution for cleaner, safer food. A group of students from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) has created SteriLiz, a natural antibacterial spray made from water hyacinth, a plant often considered a nuisance. This innovation was born from both environmental concern and a growing awareness of food hygiene.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) continues to shine on the global academic stage. On March 20, 2025, UNY was honored at the "Appreciation for World-Class University Achievements: QS World University Rankings (QS-WUR) Top 500 by Subject" event in Jakarta. This recognition follows the release of the QS World University Rankings by Subject on March 12, 2025, where UNY's English Language and Literature, as well as Education programs, were ranked among the top 251-300 in the world.

A team of Community Service Program (KKN) students from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) has successfully implemented initiatives aimed at enhancing the welfare of residents in Pedukuhan Timpang, Gebangan Hamlet, Pengasih Village, Kulon Progo Regency. Led by Muhammad Aji Farid Fadila, with Anindya Nari Dewati as a resource person, the group focused on programs that promote food independence and community creativity.​

On February 24-25, 2025, the Bachelor's Program in Physics Education at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta's Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences underwent a comprehensive field assessment by the Independent Accreditation Institute for Education (LAMDIK). This evaluation aimed to evaluate academic quality, facilities, and learning systems to bolster educational standards within the program.