Quality Education

Creating a Musical Atmosphere Through Chord Progressions: An Innovative Approach to Enhancing Musical Intelligence and Productivity in Students

Prof. Dr. Kun Setyaning Astuti, M.Pd., a lecturer in the Department of Music Education at the Faculty of Languages, Arts, and Culture, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), recently presented and trialed her innovative research findings at the 36th International Society for Music Education (ISME) Conference held at the University of Sibelius, Finland. The conference, founded 72 years ago, brought together over 2,000 music educators worldwide, providing an opportunity for Prof. Kun to showcase her research funded by the DRTPM DIKTI National Competitive Grant 2024.

Landung Dwi Prakoso’s Journey Toward Quality Education

Dimas Landung Dwi Prakoso’s journey to higher education is a testament to perseverance and determination. Growing up in Bantul, Yogyakarta, the young man faced significant financial challenges and a lack of familial support for his education beyond junior high school. Despite these obstacles, Landung sought refuge and opportunity at the Darul Fatihah Islamic Boarding School in Pundong, Bantul, which provided him with free schooling and daily allowances.

Inauguration of Five New Professors at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) has officially inaugurated five new professors in a ceremony held at the Rectorate on Saturday, December 28, 2024. These distinguished academics include are Prof. Dr. Ratna Candra Sari, M.Si. (Professor of Behavioral Financial Accounting, Faculty of Economics and Business); 

Risa Nurullailiyah’s Inspiring Academic Journey

Risa Nurullailiyah Sujono, fondly known as Risa, has successfully completed her Master’s degree in Science Education at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) with impressive achievements. Her master’s thesis, titled Development of a Science Virtual Laboratory Integrated with the Local Potential of Kotagede Silver Craftsmanship Using a Scientific Approach to Enhance Critical Thinking and Learning Independence of Middle School Students, reflects her dedication to innovative and culturally relevant education.

Introducing Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta to Potential Students from MA Nurul Ummah

R. Dedy Herdito, M.M., a Public Relations Officer from the Sub-Directorate of Public Relations and Promotions at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), delivered a presentation on university admissions at MA Nurul Ummah on Tuesday, December 24. The event, held at the Joglo in the boys' dormitory complex of Nurul Ummah Islamic Boarding School, was attended by approximately 174 students across grades 10 to 12.

SciFlow Integrates Science into Outdoor Adventures

A student team from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), consisting of Pangesti Dwi Nugraheni (Biology Education), Pradika Larasati (Mathematics), Fauziatul Adhimah (Chemistry), and Sifa’ul Janah (Biology Education), has established SciFlow Event Organizer. According to Pangesti Dwi Nugraheni, SciFlow operates in the fields of services, tourism, and trade, emphasizing science-based outbound activities. “The initiative began with the idea of increasing visits to the Kampung Wisata Air Titik 0 Km in Central Java by integrating science into outdoor adventures,” she stated on Monday (12/23).

UPM Academic Visit to Lab school of UNY: Advancing International Collaboration

Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM) conducted an academic visit to SMP Labschool of UNY as part of its efforts to enhance educational quality and foster international collaboration. The delegation, comprising 20 UPM students led by Dr. Muhammad Arsyaf Che Amat, Head of the Department of Counsellor Education & Counselling Psychology, was warmly welcomed by the Lab school management, including Dr. Eva Imania, M.Pd., Head of the Educational Psychology and Guidance Laboratory at Faculty of Education and Pschology of  UNY.

Sustainable Partnership for Quality Education in Kuningan

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) hosted a partnership agreement signing with Universitas Kuningan (Uniku), West Java, at the Main Senate Meeting Room on Thursday, November 28, 2024. The event was organized by UNY's Directorate of Research, Collaboration, Information Systems, and Business (RKSIU).

Uniku's Rector, Prof. Dr. H. Dikdik Haryadi, S.E., M.Si., accompanied by university leaders, engaged in discussions with UNY representatives led by Prof. Dr. Margana, M.Hum., M.A., Vice Rector for RKSIU.

Launching of the Anti-Bullying Community "Sahabat Yogya Anti Bullying" at UNY

On November 26, 2024, the Faculty of Education and Psychology  at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) officially launched the "Sahabat Yogya Anti Bullying" (KOSAYO AB) community at the Abdullah Sigit Building. The event was attended by prominent figures including Prof. Dr. Farida Hanum, M.Si. (Chair of KOSAYO AB), Budi Santosa Asrori, S.E., M.Si. (Head of Yogyakarta's Youth and Sports Department), Prof. Dr. Suwarno, M.Pd. (Yogyakarta Education Council), and Dr. Hajar Pamadhi, M.A. (Vice Chair of the Yogyakarta Education Council), among others.