On December 16, 2025, students from the Kuliah Kerja Nyata (KKN) program at Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) organized a community training on ecoprint for residents of Padukuhan Turgogede, Kalurahan Harjobinangun, Pakem District, Sleman Regency. This activity was part of their community empowerment efforts, focusing on strengthening local creative skills using natural resources and environmentally sustainable principles.

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.

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.

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.

The UNY 2025 KKN-M Kependidikan Team 23928 organized a vermicomposting training program in Singgelo Hamlet, Poncosari Village, Srandakan Sub-district, Bantul Regency, Special Region of Yogyakarta. The activity featured Sujoko Slamet, an expert in organic agriculture and integrated farming, who shared insights on waste management strategies while improving soil fertility.

University of Yogyakarta (UNY) has once again shown its international presence. Five doctoral (PhD) students from the Vocational Technology and Education (PTK) program at UNY together with one professor took active participation in the international conference GeNeMe 2025 – Communities in New Media, recently held at Technische Universität Dresden (TU Dresden), Germany.

The prestigious conference served as a scientific forum for global researchers to share ideas and innovations in the fields of education, technology, and new media.

A team of students from Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) has once again made a mark in the creative industry with their product Herbascent, a natural incense made from coconut shell fibre and gemor wood that not only delivers a soothing aroma but also functions as a natural insecticide for local-cultural ceremonial use.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) conducted a graduation and inauguration ceremony for students of the Professional Engineer Program on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. The event took place at the Directorate of Professional and Competency Education (DPPK) building and was attended by university leaders, faculty members, and participants who had successfully completed the entire engineering professional education program.

Universitas Negeri Yogyakarta (UNY) continues to enhance its commitment to producing globally competitive graduates. On Sunday, October 19, 2025, UNY dispatched 12 students from the Faculty of Engineering and the Vocational Faculty to participate in an international internship program at Dai Ichi Pan Co., Ltd. in Japan. This initiative marks a significant step in expanding UNY's global network and enhancing students' competencies in the international workforce.

A team of lecturers from the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at UNY — namely Isti Yunita, Ph.D., Prof. Jaslin Ikhsan, Dr. Kun Sri Budiasih, Dr. Cahyorini Kusumawardhani, and Sukisman Purtadi, M.Pd. — carried out a community service program titled “Training and Mentoring Life Skills through the Making of Healthy Food for Children with Special Needs” at SLB Bhakti Pertiwi Yogyakarta.

This programme reinforces UNY’s commitment to inclusive and equal education, and the development of practical skills that provide independence for learners.