Yogyakarta, August 19, 2025 – The Undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral Programs in Urban and Regional Planning (PWK), Universitas Gadjah Mada, welcomed the 2025/2026 academic year with an inaugural lecture themed “The Role of Information Technology in Enhancing the Effectiveness of Spatial Planning.”

The lecture was held onsite at the SGLC (Smart Green Learning Center) Auditorium, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada. It was attended by faculty members and students of the PWK program across all levels—undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral—particularly new students. read more

Yogyakarta, May 27, 2025 — A heartfelt and proud atmosphere filled the Department of Architecture and Planning (DTAP), Universitas Gadjah Mada, on Tuesday, May 27, 2025, during the farewell ceremony for 12 graduates of the Undergraduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning (PWK) UGM. The event marked the official completion of the students’ academic journey while serving as a symbol of appreciation from the Department for the graduates’ dedication throughout their studies.

In a warm, emotional, and spirited gathering, lecturers, staff, and families joined to offer prayers and support to the graduates. The Department of Architecture and Planning delivered inspirational messages and hopes that the graduates will continue to carry the spirit of lifelong learning, integrity, care, and service into the next chapter of their lives, whether in their professional careers or through contributions to the wider community. read more

Yogyakarta, July 8, 2025 – The Urban and Regional Planning Program, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada once again demonstrated its commitment to actively contributing to the field of urban and regional planning. Dr. Ir. Tri Mulyani Sunarharum, S.T., one of the faculty members of the Undergraduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning at UGM, shared valuable insights in the Pro Justicia legal talk show with the theme “Harmony of Cultural Preservation and the Right to Space in Yogyakarta Special Region (DIY).” The event was held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, broadcast live on TVRI Yogyakarta, and organized by students of the Master of Law and Bachelor of Law Programs, Faculty of Law, Universitas Gadjah Mada. read more

On Thursday, June 12, 2025, students of the 2024 Master of Urban Design Program, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Even Semester), held the Final Presentation of the Basic Urban Design Exploration Studio. The event featured an external reviewer from the Yogyakarta City Office of Land and Spatial Planning, Mr. Pamungkas, S.T., M.T., along with his team.

The Basic Exploration Studio is part of the learning process that emphasizes initial explorations of urban issues in depth. This semester, under the guidance of Dr. Eng. Ir. Muhammad Sani Roychansyah, S.T., M.Eng. and Dr. Dyah Titisari Widyastuti, S.T., MUDD, the project theme was “West Jogja Rapid Growth Area”, with a specific focus on the area surrounding HOS Cokroaminoto Street, Yogyakarta. The students conducted spatial, social, and environmental analyses as the foundation for developing sustainable area development strategies. read more

July 23, 2025 – Dr. Yori Herwangi, S.T., M.URP., served as a guest speaker in a training session organized by the World Resources Institute (WRI) Indonesia, a research organization known for its approach of “Count It, Change It, and Scale It” in driving impact through data-based research. The training was held online via Zoom from 10.00 to 12.00 WIB.

In this session, Dr. Yori presented a topic titled Basic Applied Quantitative Research: Data Collection and Analysis. She began by introducing the fundamentals of quantitative, qualitative, and mixed-method research, explaining their characteristics and types. She then delved into quantitative analysis methods, covering descriptive and inferential statistics. The presentation also included explanations of univariate, bivariate, and multivariate statistics, supported by real-world examples to help participants better grasp the concepts. read more

How do we care for a living world heritage site? Not merely by admiring it, but by deeply understanding it, this is exactly what the participants of this program aimed to do.

Yogyakarta, a city rich in cultural heritage, once again captured international attention. The city’s Cosmological Axis and its surrounding historic landmarks are key elements recognized by UNESCO. In an effort to strengthen conservation efforts and deepen understanding of this heritage, the UGM-UNESCO Chair in Heritage Cities Conservation and Management, in collaboration with the Yogyakarta Municipality Government, Kanki Laboratory, and the Jogja Heritage Society, held the 2nd International Field School on the Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta and Its Historic Landmarks: Conservation and Management of the Buffer Zones. The five-day field school, held from 14 to 18 July 2025, took place in multiple key locations: the Department of Architecture and Planning, Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada; Yogyakarta Municipality Office; four subdistricts (Kadipaten, Patehan, Panembahan, and Ngupasan) within the buffer zone; and various points along the Cosmological Axis of Yogyakarta. read more

Architect and professional practitioner Ir. Adi Utomo Hatmoko, M.Arch., who also serves as a lecturer at the Architecture and Planning Department, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), has once again achieved national recognition. His design for the Bali International Hospital received the highest recognition for architectural masterpieces in the Hospital and Healthcare category from IndoBuildTech on July 4, 2025. This award highlights the excellence of the design concept, the precision in planning, and the contribution of architecture to sustainability and quality of life. read more

Yogyakarta, June 11, 2025 — Ir. Adi Utomo Hatmoko, M.Arch., an Architecture lecturer at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), had the honor of serving as one of the key speakers in the Architectural Advanced Professional Development Course (AAPDC), an advanced architectural competency development initiative organized by Ikatan Arsitek Indonesia (IAI). This program represents a collaborative effort between the IAI National Board and Provincial Chapters and serves as an annual forum for enhancing the professional capabilities of architects through specialized and context-relevant content. Topics include building design, construction technologies, and professional regulations. read more

Yogyakarta, May 27, 2025 – The Undergraduate Program in Urban and Regional Planning at Universitas Gadjah Mada held another guest lecture on May 27, 2025, with the topic “Learning from Co-Designing Public Space for Environmental and Social Benefit.” The lecture was delivered in a hybrid format and was open to the general public.

This session featured Fildzah Husna Amalina, S.PWK., M.Sc., a Knowledge and Learning Specialist at Kota Kita Foundation, as the speaker.

The speaker emphasized the vital role of community influence in shaping cities, particularly through community-based organizations. Kota Kita Foundation is one such example. read more

Yogyakarta, May 24, 2025 — The Master Program in Urban and Regional Planning (MURP), Faculty of Engineering, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), welcomed a delegation from the China Center for Urban Development (CCUD) to explore potential collaboration in the field of smart and sustainable city development.

The delegation, led by Mr. Liu Qiang, Deputy Director General of CCUD, and Ms. Zhao Fanfan, Director of the Digital Economy Office within the Smart and Low-Carbon Development Division, was received by Dr. Eng. Muhammad Sani Roychansyah, S.T., M.Eng., and Dr. Ir. Tri Mulyani Sunarharum, S.T., Head and Secretary of the MURP Program. The meeting served as a platform to exchange insights and identify opportunities for future cooperation in areas of urban innovation, planning, and policy. read more