The Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a Guest Lecture and Coffee Chat with Students titled the Empower Youth for Food (EY4F) Campaign on Thursday (9/7) at FTP UGM campus, featured four master’s students from Erasmus University Rotterdam who are part of an International Research Project: Maaike van Rijs, Floor Vriesman, Daan Houweling, and Leon Biesbroeck. Through interactive discussion, the event served as a platform for exchanging ideas on the role of young people in building a more sustainable food system, while also strengthening international academic collaboration. 

Carrying the theme Empower Youth for Food, the event encouraged students to examine the various challenges facing the global food system from a broader perspective. The discussion covered the importance of innovation, entrepreneurship, and cross-disciplinary collaboration as ways to develop solutions to various issues in the agriculture and food sector. The presence of students from Erasmus University Rotterdam also gave participants the opportunity to learn about experiences, approaches, and practices developing at the international level.

The coffee chat session took place in a warm and interactive atmosphere. FTP UGM students had the opportunity to engage directly in dialogue on a range of issues, from innovation in the food system and entrepreneurship development opportunities to the importance of young people’s involvement in supporting the transformation towards a sustainable food system. The interaction also served as a space to expand academic networks and build cross-cultural understanding among participants.

Through this event, FTP UGM continues to strengthen it’s commitment to fostering a globally oriented learning environment. Collaboration with international students is expected not only to enrich students’ academic perspectives, but also to open up opportunities for cooperation in education, research, and community service that can create real impact for the development of the agriculture and food sectors.

This activity supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, through learning grounded in international collaboration; SDG 2 Zero Hunger, through strengthening young people’s capacity to support a sustainable food system; and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, through the development of academic networks and collaboration between FTP UGM and international partner.

Contributor: Bernadetta Shella

The Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a Human Resource Development Training titled “The Power of Working with Emotional Intelligence & Creative Problem Solving” on Monday (6/7) at the Kamarijani Soenjoto Auditorium, FTP UGM. the training, part of the series of event marking FTP UGM’s 63rd DIes Natalis, featured Prof. Dra. Kwartarini Wahyu Yuniarti,M.Med.Sc.,Ph.D., Psychologist, lecturers and education staff were encouraged to strengthen their emotional intelligence and creative problem solving skills to help build a healthy, adaptive, and productive work environment.

The Chair of the FTP UGM 63rd Dies Natalis Committee, Dr.Novita Erma Kristanti,S.T.P.,M.P., said the training was held as a part of a broader effort in human resource development that focuses not only on improving competence, but also on self-actualization. According to her, emotional intelligence is an essential asset in facing various workplace challenges, including the dynamics of change and demands for efficiency, and she hoped all participants would engage fully in the training and gain benefits that would support their daily work.

Meanwhile, the Vice Dean for Finance, Human Resources, Assets, and Information System, FTP UGM, Prof,Dr. Kuncoro Harto Widodo, S.T.P., M.Eng., expressed hope that the training would improve the academic community’s ability to manage emotional challenges. He also emphasized the importance of synergy among human resource as an asset for continuing to drive FTP UGM’s progress.

Contributor: Bernadetta Shella

The Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) welcomed a visit from students of SMA Negeri 3 Malang on June 24, 2026 at the FTP UGM campus. The event was part of FTP UGM’s ongoing effort to introduce high school students to university life and the academic environment.

During the event, Dr. Fiametta Ayu Purwandari, S.T.P., M.Sc., a lecture from the Department of Food Technology and Agricultural Product (TPHP), FTP UGM presented material on the profile of Universitas Gadjah Mada, its academic environment, and the various opportunities for self-development available to students during their studies at UGM.

Hendra Muhammad Fajar, S.E., staff of the academic and student affairs division, FTP UGM, presented material on the Faculty of Agricultural Technology UGM. The event continued with a sharing session led by FTP UGM student representatives on student life on campus. 

Through these presentations, the students gained an overview of university life and the academic atmosphere at the higher-education level.

The event ran interactively, with high enthusiasm from the students. During the discussion and Q&A session, students actively sought information on the learning system, student organization activities, academic support facilities, and what it’s like to live as a student at UGM. the relaxed and communicative atmosphere made it easier for students to get a firsthand feel for campus life.

Through this visit, FTP UGM hopes the students gained broader insight into higher education and felt motivated to pursue further studies at university. Beyond serving as an introduction to the academic environment, the event is also expected to help students in determining their interest and study choices for the future. 

This activity also supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG  4; Quality Education, through providing inclusive and quality access to educational information, and SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals, through strengthening collaboration between universities and school in preparing an excellent competitive younger generation.

The Faculty of Agricultural Technology (FTP) Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held a Handover of Office ceremony for the Chair and Secretary of the Faculty Senate on Friday, June 19, 2026 at the Operation Room, FTP UGM. The event symbolized a leadership transition as well as the continuity of service in supporting academic governance within FTP UGM.

The handover was carried out through the signing of an official transfer-of-office report, witnessed by faculty leadership and members of the Senate. The signing for the position of Senate Chair was carried out by the Dean of FTP UGM, Prof. Dr. Ir. Eni Harmayani, M.,CS., together with Prof. Dr. Ir. Lilik Sutiarso, M.Eng., and Prof Dr. IR. Umar Santoso, M. Sc., Senate Secretary was carried out by Prof Dr. Ir. Eni Harmayani, M.Sc., together with Prof. Dr. Sri Raharjo, M.Sc., and Prof. Dr. Ir. Bambang Purwantana, M.Agr., outgoing Senate Secretary for the 2021–2026 period. 

On the occasion, FTP UGM also expressed its appreciation and gratitude to Prof. Umar Santoso and Prof. Bambang Purwantana for their dedication and contributions during their tenure as Chair and Secretary of the FTP UGM Senate for the 2021-2026 period. The ideas, policies, and service they provided are expected to serve as foundation for the incoming leadership in supporting the faculty’s continued progress.

The new Chair of the FTP UGM Senate, Prof. Dr. Ir. Lilik Sutiarso, M.Eng., said the leadership transition forms part of an important regeneration process in maintaining organizational continuity and strengthening the role of the Faculty Senate. Under the new leadership, the FTP UGM Senate is expected to continue stengthening synergy among the academic community in supporting the development of education, research, and community service.

The ceremony was carried out solemnly and closed with an expression of gratitude, along with hopes that the new leadership of the FTP UGM Senate help the faculty grow ever more excellent, innovative, and principled.

This activity supports the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4: Quality Education, through the strengthening of academic governance and leadership continuity in support of quality higher-education management at FTP UGM.

Contributor: Shella Herdanti

This morning, August 10th 2024, at 08.00 Western Indonesia Time (GMT+7), marked the 12th day (last day) of the Summer Course (SC) 2024 held by the Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada.

At 08.00 the participants should submit their final presentation worked in a group. There are 6 on-site groups and 9 online groups. The presentation session was held in 3 classes namely 1.02, 1.03, 1.04. Each class consists of 2 on-site groups and 3 online groups as well as 2 reviewers. The on-site presentation was about a field trip and the online presentation was about a group project. The presentation time for each group was around 15 minutes (10 minute presentation, 5 minute feedback from reviewer) It started at 10.00 until 12.00 after coffee break.   

The next agenda was lunch break until 13.00. After that, the participants prepared themselves for the closing ceremony and country performance. Around 15.00 all participants gather in FAT Convention Hall to attend the closing ceremony including Dean of Faculty of Agricultural Technology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, Prof. Dr. Eni Harmayani, representative of Directorate of Partnerships and Global Relations UGM, Dr. Wiratni, Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, Prof. Dr. Yudi Pranoto, Vice Dean for Finance, Assets, Human Resources, and Information System, Prof. Dr. Kuncoro Harto Widodo, Vice Dean for Research, Community Services, Cooperation, and Alumni, Dr. Sri Rahayoe, chairman of the 6th summer course Faculty of Agricultural Technology, UGM, Dr. Agung Putra Pamungkas, Head of Department, Secretary of Department, and Head of Study Program, of Faculty of Agricultural Technology UGM, all lecturers of Faculty of Agricultural Technology, UGM and all the speakers and the participants of The 6th Summer Course Program

The first speech was from The Chairman of the 6th summer course to address the closing remark. Please welcome Dr. Agung Putra. Followed by the next was Dr. Wiratni, the Secretary of the Directorate of Partnerships and Global Relations UGM. And the last speech was from The Dean of The Faculty of Agricultural Technology , UGM Prof. Eni Harmayani to give a closing speech and to officially close the 6th Summer Course

An award was given to Muna from Thailand and Arun from Indonesia as the best participants of Summer Course FAT UGM 2024. Then, there were performances from each country. Thailand presented dancing, Philippines presented singing and dancing, Pakistan presented storytelling about culture, Bangladesh presented poem reading, Madagascar presented couple dancing and singing, Egypt and Yemen presented cultural video and singing lastly Indonesia presented dancing “poco-poco”. After all the participants performed, The best performance went to Madagascar, The Philippines, and Thailand. The session was closed by photo session