PT Pegadaian continues to demonstrate its commitment to supporting the development of student literacy and creativity. This was reflected in the visit of PT Pegadaian’s management team to the Library and Archives of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) on Friday (October 3, 2025), aimed at monitoring and evaluating the use of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) facilities, The Gade Creative Lounge (TGCL) and the podcast studio.
The visit was attended by Dr. Ir. Umiyatun Hayati Triastuti, M.Sc., Commissioner of PT Pegadaian, Edy Purwanto, Head of Pegadaian Regional Office XI Semarang, and other members of the Pegadaian team. They were warmly welcomed by Prof. Dr. apt. Puji Astuti, M.Sc., Director of Partnerships and Global Relations at UGM, along with Arif Surachman, S.I.P., M.B.A., Head of UGM Library and Archives, and the management team.
During the visit, Dr. Umiyatun Hayati Triastuti had the opportunity to speak directly with library users who were utilizing the TGCL space. “We want to see firsthand how the facilities we have provided truly benefit students—serving as creative spaces that spark innovation and modern learning,” said Umiyatun Hayati Triastuti.
Head of UGM Library and Archives, Arif Surachman, expressed his appreciation for PT Pegadaian’s continuous support. “The TGCL and podcast studio have become important hubs for productive academic activities. We
deeply appreciate Pegadaian’s commitment to helping build a culture of literacy and creativity within the university,” he remarked.
In addition to the evaluation, both parties discussed potential future collaborations in financial education. These include plans to hold regular financial literacy seminars and launch the Pegadaian Ambassador Program, which will engage students as financial literacy agents within the campus community.
“We want students not only to excel academically but also to be wise in managing their personal finances. Financial literacy is an essential skill to prepare young people to be independent and competitive,” added Edy Purwanto.
This activity aligns with the commitment of UGM Library and Archives to support the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)—particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education) through enhanced literacy and non-formal learning, SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by strengthening financial awareness among youth, and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through ongoing collaboration between academia and industry.
The visit reaffirmed that synergy between education and industry is not merely about CSR, but a long-term investment in building a generation that is literate, creative, and financially responsible.
Contributor: Wasilatul Baroroh