Amid the bustling atmosphere of the graduation ceremony, the story of Muis Dela Pondesta stands as a testament to the perseverance of a student who faced and overcame limitations. Muis graduated from the English Literature Study Program, Faculty of Languages, Arts, and Culture (FBSB) at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta. He is a person with autism and bipolar disorder—hidden disabilities that often go unnoticed but present real challenges both academically and socially.

Wrapped in the proud blue alma mater jacket of Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta, Karina Ade Rahmawati confidently walked into her classroom at the Faculty of Education. Her calm smile showed the joy of a student of the Educational Technology Study Program (Class of 2024), yet behind today’s certainty lay a journey that was not simple.

Karina was born in Kulon Progo Regency on March 23, 2005 and grew up in a humble environment that shaped her into a resilient and determined person. She believed that education was the best way to change her future.

Students participating in the National Community Service Program (Kuliah Kerja Nyata Kebangsaan/KKN Kebangsaan) from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) collaborated with students from Universitas Samudra (Unsam) to install clean water tanks (water reservoirs) at several strategic locations in Aceh Tamiang Regency. This activity took place from January 10 to February 10, 2026 and became a real form of student service helping communities affected by the flood disaster.

Education in the Society 5.0 era demands that the world of education go beyond mere transfer of knowledge. This challenge was addressed by Roro Wilis, M.Pd., through her master’s thesis which examined the implementation of Contextual Teaching and Learning (CTL) in history learning at SMA Negeri 9 Yogyakarta. The study emphasized that history learning can be made more meaningful by connecting lesson material to the real life context of students.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) highlighted its commitment to inclusive education with the inspiring academic achievement of Liring Anindya Maharani, a deaf student from the Faculty of Sports Science and Health (FIKK).

Despite facing hearing limitations, Liring successfully completed her studies with a Cum Laude distinction and a GPA of 3.75. She enrolled in the Sports Science program in 2021 through an academic achievement admission track.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) officially inaugurated the leadership of the Student Organizations (Ormawa) and Student Activity Units (UKM) at the university level for the 2026 service period. The inauguration ceremony was held formally and solemnly at the UNY Hotel Ballroom on Friday (13/2/2026).

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) held the yudisium (graduation) ceremony for participants of the Pendidikan Profesi Guru (PPG) program for Guru Tertentu — specifically Cohorts 3, 4, and 5 of the 2025 session — on Wednesday, February 12, 2026 at the UNY Auditorium. This ceremony marked an important milestone for the teachers who have completed the entire professional teacher education and competency exam process under the PPG program.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) proudly highlighted the academic and leadership achievements of Desi Safitri, who graduated as the top undergraduate student with a Cumulative GPA of 3.95 at the UNY February 2026 Graduation Ceremony held at GOR UNY on Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Her accomplishment was not instantaneous but the result of a long journey shaped by academic dedication, organizational involvement, and educational service experience.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) held the Graduation Ceremony for the Doctoral, Master’s, Bachelor’s, and Applied Bachelor’s Programs — Period III of the 2025/2026 Academic Year on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, at the UNY S A total of 1,566 graduates were officially conferred degrees across all study programs.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) officially opened registration for its International Undergraduate Program (IUP) for the 2026/2027 academic year as a flagship program designed to offer international-standard learning experiences through English-medium instruction and global academic exposure.