A collection of 40 new books, ranging from bestselling novels to self-development and general knowledge titles, is now available at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Library and Archives. The collection offers students a wider range of reading options, whether to broaden their knowledge or unwind amid their busy academic schedules.
Two international books donated by the University of the Philippines Diliman and Banaras Hindu University, India, have enriched the collections of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Library and Archives. Received on November 3–4, 2026, the books offer valuable references on language documentation, cultural identity, and scientific approaches to the study and preservation of cultural heritage.
Revitalizing a library that has experienced prolonged stagnation requires more than simply upgrading its facilities. It calls for comprehensive evaluation, needs assessment, and user-oriented planning. These principles were among the key focuses of Halu Oleo University’s (UHO) benchmarking visit to the Library and Archives of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), held from November 5, 2026.
The Library and Archives of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) has established a partnership with the Library of Universitas Islam Negeri (UIN) Raden Intan Lampung to improve library services, broaden access to information resources, and enhance librarians’ professional competencies. This collaboration is expected to encourage innovation in library management and strengthen support for implementing the university’s Three Pillars of Higher Education (Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi).
Perpustakaan dan Arsip Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) successfully hosted the 11th National Conference and FKP2TN National Seminar 2026 from October 28 to 30, 2026, at UC Hotel UGM, Yogyakarta. Organized in collaboration with the Forum Kerja Sama Perpustakaan Perguruan Tinggi Negeri (FKP2TN), the event brought together more than 100 participants from 63 state universities, along with members of the executive board, advisory board, and partners from Indonesia and abroad.
The commitment of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Library and Archives to supporting research has received recognition through the 2026 FKP2TN Award. UGM Library and Archives was named the First Place Winner in the Best Research Support Library Award category during the gala dinner of the 11th National Conference and National Seminar of the Forum for Cooperation among State University Libraries (FKP2TN), held on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, at University Club (UC) Hotel UGM, Yogyakarta.
Strengthening university library services requires sustainable collaboration. In line with this goal, the Library and Archives of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) welcomed a delegation from the Academic Library Unit (UPA) of the University of Bengkulu for the signing of a Cooperation Agreement on Tuesday, 27 October 2026, at the Archives Meeting Room of UGM Library and Archives.
Amid the demands of competitive research globalization, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) is increasingly opening up opportunities for the academic community to explore literature, understand research findings, and improve the effectiveness of scientific writing. To address this need, the University of Gadjah Mada (UGM) Library and Archives held a workshop titled “Harnessing AI Technologies for Writing International Publications Indexed in EBSCO” on Tuesday (October 27) at the Computer Lab, 5th Floor, L1 Building, UGM Library and Archives.
Inter-institutional collaboration is an important step toward expanding access to knowledge and improving the quality of information services. On Monday, October 26, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) Library and Archives welcomed a delegation from the South Sulawesi Chapter of the Indonesian Association of Literary Scholars (Himpunan Sarjana Kesusastraan Indonesia, or HISKI) at the Archives Meeting Room, 2nd Floor, Building L7. The visit aimed to strengthen institutional ties, exchange experiences in library management, and explore opportunities for closer collaboration.
In the midst of the rampant presence of predatory and fraudulent journals lurking within the academic realm, accurately selecting a scientific publication venue has emerged as a significant challenge to a researcher’s reputation. To mitigate these risks, the Library and Archives of Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) hosted a workshop on navigating scientific publications, aimed at guiding the academic community to submit their research to credible and targeted outlets.
