The administrative staff of the Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada (Faperta UGM), recently participated in a grape harvesting event on the rooftop of Building A1. This event not only celebrated the success of their rooftop vineyard but also supported the Health Promoting University (HPU) initiative aimed at improving staff well-being. Additionally, the activity strengthened the sense of community within the faculty, fostering a positive and collaborative atmosphere.

The implementation of HPU at the Faculty of Agriculture is evident through efforts to enhance health and well-being, especially for administrative staff, by promoting healthy eating habits. One of these efforts includes harvesting and consuming grapes grown on the rooftop vineyard of Building A1. read more

The Agricultural Microbiology Student Association of Gadjah Mada University (PERMAHAMI UGM) is a student organization under the Agricultural Microbiology Department at UGM’s Faculty of Agriculture. Focused on expanding students’ knowledge, PERMAHAMI UGM runs the Sapa Komunitas Sosial Masyarakat program, fostering connections with external communities beyond the campus.

On 29 September 2024, the event Sapa Komunitas Sosial Masyarakat Peramahami: Make the World Better with Recycle took a place at Agro Mulya, a semi-Merapi area in Cangkringan, DIY. According to event chair Severinus Adrian Maitri (Agricultural Microbiology 2023), the program aims to build relationships with different communities while applying classroom knowledge in real-world contexts. read more

On Thursday, 3 October  2024, the Faculty of Agriculture UGM welcomed a visit from SMK Penabur Summarecon Bekasi. During the visit, the Faculty’s Public Relations Team provided an overview of the various pathways available for students to apply to Faperta UGM.

Dr. Elly Syafriani, S.P., a lecturer from the Department of Agronomy at Faperta UGM, warmly received the group at the Prof. Harjono Danoesastro Auditorium. She, along with the Public Relations Team, shared insights into UGM’s history, its range of faculties, and the undergraduate to doctoral programs offered. They also highlighted why UGM remains a top choice for students. read more