Innovation continues to flourish at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Library and Archives. In an effort to promote a culture of literacy while reinforcing the principles of sustainability, the library now offers free books that visitors can take home and keep. Launched in March 2025, this program is a tangible contribution from the UGM Library and Archives in supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly Goal 4: Quality Education.
As access to information becomes increasingly widespread, the role of librarians is also evolving. Beyond managing collections, librarians are now expected to understand and effectively communicate digital information to users. To support this expanded role, the UGM Library and Archives held a Training of Trainers (ToT) for junior expert librarians on Thursday, May 15, at the Computer Laboratory, L7 Building, 1st Floor.
The commitment of the UGM Library and Archives in realizing quality education (SDG 4) and building strong global partnerships (SDG 17) was once again demonstrated through the implementation of the “How to Publish Journal Article with Sage” Workshop held on Thursday (8/5). This workshop was organized in a hybrid format, with an in-person session held at the Computer Laboratory, Building L1, 5th Floor, UGM Library and Archives, and an online session via Zoom meeting. This event provided a strategic learning space for the academic community to explore strategies for publishing in reputable international journals.
The UGM Library and Archives routinely holds a program called Library Clinic, and this time it focused on the topic of “Database Access.” Held in the WOW Meeting Room of the UGM Library and Archives on Monday (May 5), the session was led by librarian Barid Budi Wicaksono, S.IP., M.A.
On Thursday, April 10, 2025, the Library and Archives of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) welcomed a visit from the Embassy of the Republic of Poland. The visit was attended by the Wielkopolska Delegation led by Mr. Marshal Marek Wozniak, as well as the Poland-Indonesia Parliamentary Friendship Group, headed by Mr. Krzysztof Gadowski, MP, accompanied by six other members. The delegation was joined by Ms. Barbara Szymanowska, a representative of the Polish Embassy in Jakarta, along with three Polish students currently studying in Yogyakarta, including at UGM. The delegation was received by the Library and Archives Management and Public Relations Teams at the UGM Archives Meeting Room.
On Wednesday, April 9, 2025, a strong sense of warmth and togetherness filled the Seminar Room, Building L1, 2nd Floor of the UGM Library and Archives. The Halal Bihalal event, held after the Eid al-Fitr celebration, brought together the entire UGM Library and Archives family—leaders, staff, retirees, cleaning service personnel, and part-time student workers. The event reflected the high value placed on friendship and unity within the institution.
In the spirit of togetherness and compassion during Ramadan, the UGM Library and Archives is offering a free takjil-sharing program for library users. The takjil, consisting of snacks for breaking the fast, is available in the lobby on the first floor and can be enjoyed by all visitors while supplies last.
