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SDG 4: Quality Education

UPPKM Faculty of Psychology UGM Welcomes Two Research Assistants from University College London and Leiden University

In an effort to expand scientific networks and international collaborations, the Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has developed various schemes for researchers wishing to join through the Research and Community Service Unit (UPPKM). This program aims to support the implementation of research and the production of scientific knowledge through UPPKM activities. Additionally, the scheme seeks to enhance students’ research capabilities, create a research ecosystem involving trained research resources, and encourage the publication of research results at both national and international levels.

UGM Psychology Lecturer Validates Measurement Tool for Resistance to Framing Effects

Yogyakarta, June 5, 2025 — Dr. Rahmat Hidayat, a lecturer at the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, along with Ajeng Putri Pertiwi, successfully validated the Indonesian version of the Resistance to Framing Scale, a tool that assesses an individual's ability to make rational decisions without being influenced by how information is presented. This research was published in the Jurnal Pengukuran Psikologi dan Pendidikan Indonesia (JP3I), Vol. 14 No. 1 (2025), published by the Faculty of Psychology, UIN Syarif Hidayatullah Jakarta. The JP3I journal is indexed in Scopus (Q4) with an SJR score (2023) of 0.123.

Faculty of Psychology UGM Supports SDGs through KNB Scholarship Selection for Developing Countries

Yogyakarta – Faculty of Psychology Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), through the Unit Pengembangan Kualitas Manusia (UPKM), held a psychological interview session for prospective recipients of the Developing Country Partnership Scholarship (KNB) on June 3–4, 2025. This activity is part of the scholarship selection process provided by the Indonesian Government to citizens of developing countries from various countries in Asia, the Pacific, Africa, South America, and Eastern Europe.

Faculty of Psychology UGM Lecturer Receives Australian Alumni Grant 2025 for Inclusive Learning Development

The Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada, has once again received positive news from the international grant arena. Elga Andriana, S.Psi., M.Ed., Ph.D one of the faculty members, has been selected as a recipient of the Australian Alumni Grant 2025. This grant is a prestigious recognition awarded to Australian alumni who are considered to have significant potential to contribute to the development of education, collaboration, and community empowerment.

From NGOs to the Corporate World: The Inspirational Journey of Prabaswara Dewi in the Field of Psychology

Who would have thought that a psychologist's career path could be so varied and colorful—such is the story of Prabaswara Dewi, often called Mbak DJ. A graduate of the Faculty of Psychology at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), she has worked in psychology for over two decades, starting in the non-profit sector, reaching the peak of her career in prominent companies, and eventually becoming an independent psychologist.

UGM Wins First Place as the Best Implementer of Inclusive Learning Innovation Project

Yogyakarta – Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has achieved first place as the Best Implementer in the Inclusive Learning Innovation Project initiated by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology (Kemendikbudristek) of the Republic of Indonesia. The award was presented on Sunday (15/12) during the closing seminar held as part of the program.

The Inclusive Learning Innovation Project aims to develop innovative and inclusive learning strategies for students with special needs in higher education. As part of this initiative, each team from funded universities was required to design inclusive learning plans, textbooks, and educational videos. Additionally, the teams conducted research that resulted in journal articles evaluating the effectiveness of the implemented strategies.

The UGM team, composed of faculty members from the UGM Faculty of Psychology, was led by Elga Andriana, S.Psi., M.Ed., Ph.D., and Edilburga Wulan Saptandari, S.Psi., M.Psi., Ph.D., Psychologist. They developed a learning strategy that integrates traditional Photovoice methods with AI-based Photovoice, specifically tailored for the course on Educational Psychology and Character Development.

Key contributors to the project included Naida Shafa Ghozalba, a student from UGM’s International Undergraduate Program (IUP) in Psychology (Class of 2021), and Ukhtina Duhi Anindita, S.Psi., M.Psi., Psychologist, an alumna of UGM’s Professional Psychology program. They played pivotal roles in developing learning materials and acted as peer researchers alongside other team members.

The project also involved three UGM Psychology students with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) as peer researchers. They contributed to designing inclusive learning strategies and ensured that the approaches accommodated diverse learning needs, particularly for students with special conditions. According to one of the participating students, the project provided them with a sense of gratitude as their challenges during lectures were heard and addressed with effective solutions and support.

Prof. David Evans from the University of Sydney, Australia, also participated in the project, leading focus group discussions and offering valuable insights throughout its implementation.

Elga Andriana expressed, “This award is a recognition of the importance of creating inclusive learning environments where every student feels accepted and supported to reach their full potential. It also reminds us that diversity is not a barrier but a strength that enriches the learning process. Moving forward, we are increasingly motivated to create adaptive, supportive, and empowering learning environments for students with various needs.”

Elga also conveyed a message to the academic community: “Appreciate diversity as a strength. Be open-minded and support your peers, regardless of their backgrounds or needs. By supporting one another, we not only foster an inclusive learning community but also build a more equitable and humane society,” she concluded.

Writer: Relung Fajar Sukmawati

UGM MTQ Community Achieves Outstanding Success at the 2024 National Gebyar Brawijaya Qur’ani

The 10th Gebyar Brawijaya Qur’ani Nasional (GBQN X) 2024 was held at Samantha Krida Hall, Universitas Brawijaya. This year’s theme was “Grounding the Heart in Upholding Eternal Civilization of the Quran.” The event aimed to strengthen Quranic values among students and university youth through nine competition categories focused on religious and Islamic artistic skills.

GBQN X attracted 1,465 participants from 16 provinces across Indonesia. The competition series included registration, administrative selection, submission of written papers (for the Musabaqah Karya Tulis Ilmiah Al-Qur’an or MKTIA), announcement of finalists (for MKTIA), competition rounds, and the final announcement of winners. Universitas Gadjah Mada sent nine delegates to compete in the categories of Musabaqah Tilawatil Qur’an (MTQ), Musabaqah Tartilil Qur’an (MTrQ), Musabaqah Karya Tulis Ilmiah Al-Qur’an (MKTIA), and Musabaqah Khattil Qur’an (MKQ) – Decorative Category.

Celebrity Worship: How Do Psychologists and Influencers Respond?

The Islamic Psychology Study Group (KKPI) of the Faculty of Psychology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held an online webinar entitled Discover the Truth about Celebrity Worship: Insights from Psychologist and Influencer, on Friday (28/6). The webinar, which is part of the Islamic Psychology Summit 2024, aims to provide in-depth insights into human behavior, social influence, and the significant impact of media on individual values and society.

Chairperson of the Islamic Psychology Summit (IPS) committee, Indrayanti, M.Si., Ph.D., Psychologist, explained the series of events in IPS 2024, “The event towards the Islamic Psychology Summit 2024 will begin with an online webinar every month, discussing specifically about contemporary issues, for example like today which discusses in detail about celebrity worship. In addition, there are also calls for paper activities, pre-conference workshops, and then closed with a peak event that presents 15 expert speakers on Islamic psychology from around the world.”

Fuadh Naim, S.I.Kom, the first speaker who is also a content creator and founder of XKwavers explained why teenagers can become K-pop fans, “The majority of Korean artists have multi-talents that have been formed by entertainment agencies. They can sing and are also good-looking, smart, good at playing musical instruments, and various other advantages. This has resulted in Korean artists being seen as perfect by K-pop fans, K-popers are willing to fight anyone who dares to make fun of their idols”.

Fuad conveyed three factors that can make a person experience celebrity worship, “The first is of course a cool product, the second is an injury that eventually makes the individual look for fun entertainment, the third is the most influential, namely having no life value. As a result, someone who experiences celebrity worship can potentially absorb values contrary to existing norms”.

The second speaker who is a professor of social psychology at the Faculty of Psychology, Prof. Drs. Koentjoro, M.BSc., Ph.D., Psychologist, advised, “When having an idol, try to choose one that is by religious law, exemplify the spirit of your idol instead of copying his lifestyle. In order not to be easily carried away, then make a directed life plan and study with full seriousness. Imagine the tears of your parents because of your achievements, not because of your negative behavior that hurts their hearts.”

 

Author: Relung Fajar Sukmawati

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