Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) continues to demonstrate its commitment to building inclusive and disability-friendly higher education through an international research collaboration with the University of Exeter, United Kingdom, under the project “Disability Rights and In/Equalities in Higher Education.” Two lecturers from UNY’s Department of Special Education, Pujaningsih, Ed.D and Nur Azizah, Ph.D, recently conducted an academic visit to the University of Exeter as part of the project’s implementation.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) once again achieved a proud milestone at the National Final of Abdidaya PPK Ormawa 2025, held at Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang (UMM) from 4–7 December 2025. Out of 119 participating teams from across Indonesia, three UNY PPK Ormawa teams successfully secured prestigious national awards, bringing further recognition to the university.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), in collaboration with the Blora Regency Government, successfully organized a Fun Cycling Event to commemorate the 276th Anniversary of Blora Regency on Sunday, 7 December 2025. The event was held in a lively atmosphere, engaging members of the general public and the academic community, and highlighting the strong synergy between education institutions and community development.

Students of the D4 Culinary Arts Study Program, Faculty of Vocational Studies, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), Gunungkidul Campus, recently conducted an outreach activity themed “The Importance of Clean Water for Life” at SD Negeri Mijahan 1, Wonosari, Gunungkidul. This activity was part of a community service program as well as an implementation of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 6: Clean Water and Sanitation.

The Faculty of Vocational Studies at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), through the Sustainable Development Education (Pendidikan Pembangunan Berkelanjutan/PPB) course, continues to contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) and SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure). One of these contributions is realized through MSME digitalization assistance provided to small business owners in the Kulon Progo region.

A community service team from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) has established an international collaboration with the University of Poitiers, France, in the implementation of the 2025 Nusantara Arts Innovation Program (PISN), a newly launched initiative by the Directorate of Higher Education through BIMA. The program runs from October to December 2025 and focuses on developing artistic innovations rooted in the traditions of the Indonesian archipelago.

In an effort to strengthen governance and ensure the quality of student internship programs in Japan, a total of 12 higher education institutions and two sending organizations participated in a Workshop on the Development of Joint Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Guidelines for Internship Programs in Japan. The workshop was held on Monday, 1 December 2025, at UNY Hotel, with participants from Japan joining online.

Students of the D4 Marketing Management Study Program, Faculty of Vocational Studies, Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY), through the Sustainable Development Education course, organized a Beach Clean-Up Action at Goa Cemara Beach, Bantul. This activity represents a tangible academic contribution to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 14: Life Below Water, which emphasizes the importance of preserving coastal and marine ecosystems.

Students of the Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata or KKN) from Yogyakarta State University (UNY), placed in Potronanggan Village, Tamanan, Bantul, held a training program on making tempe nuggets as part of their community engagement activities. The training aimed to encourage residents' creativity in processing local food ingredients and help increase family food security. The activity involved local residents, especially the PKK (Family Welfare Movement) women of Potronanggan Village.

Ninety students from the German Language Education program (Pendidikan Bahasa Jerman) at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) conducted their Final Semester Exam (UAS) in an unconventional, outdoor format at the iconic Prambanan Temple complex on 22 November 2025. The exam, for the Regionale Reiseleitung course, was part of a project-based learning initiative which integrates case studies and real-world communication skills beyond the classroom.