Bandung, 11 November 2025. Two students from the Graduate Program in Performing Arts and Visual Arts Studies (PSPSR) at Universitas Gadjah Mada, Chentrika Matrella Swasti and Moeti Ayudhia Shali, were selected as presenters at the Asian Cultural Echoes: International Conference of Bamboo Music held at ISBI Bandung on 11 November 2025. Of the 19 submitted papers, only 5 were selected for presentation in the main session of the conference, which carried the theme Preserving and Innovating Bamboo Music for Cultural Sustainability. read more

Yogyakarta, October 5, 2025 – Khairunnisa Sholikhah, a student from the Master of Performing and Visual Arts Studies at Universitas Gadjah Mada (PSPSR UGM), participated as an artist in the Biennale Jogja 2025, themed “KAWRUH: The Land of Practice” (KAWRUH: Tanah Lelaku). The Biennale Jogja 2025 is held from October 5 to November 20, 2025, across 12 venues in Yogyakarta. Khairunnisa, who is collaborating with the Arungkala Collective, is one of the 60 participating artists.

Through the theme “KAWRUH: The Land of Practice” (KAWRUH: Tanah Lelaku),  Biennale Jogja 2025 aims to emphasize that knowledge can also emerge from experience, practice, and the social relations of village communities. This theme aligns with the residency project previously conducted by the Arungkala Collective in February at the Nyah Lasem Museum and Kendeng. The results of this residency are presented as two installation works at the Biennale Jogja 2025. read more

Yogyakarta, November 12, 2025 — In an effort to strengthen institutional relations and enhance academic coordination between higher education institutions, the Faculty of Dharma Acarya, Universitas Hindu Negeri (UHN) I Gusti Bagus Sugriwa Denpasar, conducted an educational visit to the Doctoral Program in Performing and Visual Arts Studies, Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.

Commencing at 8:00 a.m. local time, the visit aimed to monitor the academic progress of a faculty member, I Gede Tilem Pastika, who is currently pursuing his doctoral studies at the mentioned program. read more

Two students from the Master’s Program in Performing and Visual Arts Studies (PSPSR) at Universitas Gadjah Mada have achieved a remarkable accomplishment by presenting their research findings at the International Graduate Students and Scholars’ Conference in Indonesia (IGSSCI) 2025. This prestigious event, organized by the Graduate School of Universitas Gadjah Mada on November 4-5, 2025, carried the overarching theme Navigating The Future: Strengthening Resilience Through Glocal Collaboration Towards World Peace, emphasizing the importance of global-local collaboration in building resilience to face future challenges. read more

Yogyakarta, November 7th, 2025 – In commemoration of National Wayang Day which celebrated annually on November 7th, CEMPALA (Centre for Multidisciplinary Puppetry Arts Learning and Appreciation) is proud to present “Wayang World 2025,” a comprehensive celebration showcasing the global, diverse, and modern dimensions of this Indonesian art—recognized as a world intangible cultural heritage by UNESCO. ​The event organized in association with esteemed institutions, including Yale University Art Gallery, Ullen Sentalu Museum, Sonobudoyo Museum, and Universitas Gadjah Mada (PSPSR and FIB), held on Friday, November 7, 2025, utilizing a hybrid format (online and on-site). ​To reach a global audience, the event is also available for live streaming via Cempala’s website (www.cempala.com), Ullen Sentalu’s YouTube Channel, and Zoom Meeting, adapting to different time zones. read more

Bandung, October 22, 2025 — The Leader’s Summit Pascasarjana, a strategic forum that brings together Heads and Coordinators of Graduate Programs in Art, Design, and Art Education from various universities across Indonesia, was once again successfully held. This forum serves as a platform for dialogue and collaboration to strengthen the academic direction of art and design studies amidst the rapidly changing times.

Initiated in 2024, this year’s summit carried the theme “Strengthening Collaboration Among Graduate Programs in Art, Design, and Art Education in Indonesia,” and took place at Universitas Pendidikan Indonesia (UPI), Bandung. The main focus of the forum is to enhance creativity, research capacity, and managerial strength of study programs to effectively respond to the challenges of research-based and innovative higher education. read more

Yogyakarta, 22 October 2025 — Universitas Gadjah Mada once again held its graduation ceremony for postgraduate students on Wednesday, 22 October 2025. This event marked a historic milestone for graduates who have completed their academic journeys at the master’s and doctoral levels. The solemn ceremony took place at the Grha Sabha Pramana (GSP) building from morning until noon, followed by individual faculty and school ceremonies.

From the Doctoral Program in Performing Arts and Visual Arts Studies (PSPSR)at the UGM Graduate School, two doctoral students were officially conferred their degrees: Dr. Panakajaya Hidayatullahand Dr. R. Bima S. Raharja. Both graduates achieved remarkable academic accomplishments and made significant contributions to research in the fields of art and culture. The Graduate School’s ceremony continued at the UGM Postgraduate Building, featuring remarks from school leaders and academic supervisors who expressed their appreciation for the graduates’ dedication and scholarly excellence. read more

Yogyakarta, 22 October 2025 — Universitas Gadjah Mada held its Postgraduate Graduation Ceremony on Wednesday, 22 October 2025, at the Grha Sabha Pramana (GSP) building. This solemn academic event marked a significant milestone for graduates who have completed their scholarly journey at the master’s and doctoral levels. The ceremony proceeded smoothly and concluded on schedule, followed by individual recognition events held at each respective faculty and school.

From the Graduate Program in Performing Arts and Visual Arts Studies (PSPSR), fourteen master’s students were officially conferred their degrees. Among them, eleven graduates achieved the cum laude distinction, while three graduates received the very satisfactory predicate. These achievements reflect the dedication, perseverance, and academic excellence of PSPSR students throughout their studies and research in the fields of art and culture. read more

Students from the Master’s Program in Performing and Visual Arts Studies (PSPSR) demonstrated active contributions to the UGM Graduate School Family Gathering 2025 held on October 18, 2025, at the Backyard of the UGM Graduate School. This event served as the culmination of the UGM Graduate School Anniversary celebration, embodying the spirit of togetherness and collaboration among the academic community.

In this festive gathering, PSPSR students participated in various strategic roles. Delfin Febriansyah and Namirra Azzahra competed as participants in the Cooking Competition, showcasing their creativity and culinary skills. Meanwhile, Febri Anugrah was entrusted as a judge for the Coloring and Drawing Competition, sharing his expertise in evaluating children’s artwork. The event’s excitement was further enriched by musical performances from a band of PSPSR students, providing quality entertainment for the entire Graduate School community. read more

Logandeng, October 18, 2025 — Tiang Senja, a student from the Master’s Program in Performing Art and Visual Arts Studies (PSPSR) at Universitas Gadjah Mada, participated as an artist-participant in the Gelaran Olah Rupa (Visual Arts Exhibition) of the Yogyakarta Cultural Festival (FKY) 2025. Tiang Senja, alongside Nabila Rahma, collaborated with the Gunungkidul Artists Association (Ikatan Perupa Gunungkidul) in creating an artwork titled Gelu.

Gelaran Olah Rupa served as a meeting space for artists from various regions, emphasizing collaborative processes, research, and the cultivation of social relations. This activity was part of the Residensi Pekan Sowan (Visiting Week Residency), a program that convened nine artist collectives in diverse areas of Gunungkidul. Tiang Senja and Nabila Rahma, together with Ikatan Perupa Gunungkidul, undertook a residency in the Giring, Sodo, Paliyan, Gunungkidul region. During the residency, they explored several significant sites, such as the Pesarean (Tomb) of Ki Ageng Giring, Watu Gowang River, Watu Lumpang (Mortar Stone), and Mount Bagus. This journey not only provided geological insights but also fostered a spiritual and ecological understanding of the human relationship with land and water. The Giring–Sodo region demonstrated the interconnectedness between local knowledge, tradition, and the community’s daily life with their natural environment. read more