UGM Library and Archives once again demonstrated its role as a strategic partner in strengthening research literacy. This was evident in the Legal Research Methodology Class organized by the Faculty of Law, Universitas Gadjah Mada, on Monday (September 29) and Wednesday (October 1, 2025), which featured three competent staff members as speakers.
The three representatives from UGM Library and Archives were Wahyu Supriyanto, S.E., M.Si. (Head of Library Division), Safirotu Khoir, Ph.D. (Coordinator of Public Relations and International Affairs), and Janu Saptari, S.IP. (Head of Reference Services). They shared insights and best practices on accessing digital legal resources, citation ethics, and the use of Zotero as a reference management tool.
In his presentation, Wahyu emphasized the importance of information literacy skills for law students. “Librarians do not only provide books; we also equip students with the ability to search, evaluate, and utilize scholarly sources effectively. This is an essential foundation for producing academic work that is credible and impactful,” he stated.
Adding an international perspective, Safirotu Khoir highlighted the value of global databases. “By utilizing international databases subscribed to by UGM, students can access the latest legal literature from around the world. This is not just about references, but also about broadening global perspectives in legal research,” she explained.
Meanwhile, Janu Saptari guided students in the practical use of reference management tools. “Applications like Zotero make it easier for students to organize citations and bibliographies. This also supports academic integrity by minimizing the risk of plagiarism,” he noted.
The workshop not only strengthened student competencies but also aligned with UGM’s commitment to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Inclusive access to legal research literacy reflects SDG 4
(Quality Education), the use of academic information technology aligns with SDG 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure), while collaboration between the faculty and the library demonstrates a concrete example of SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
Through the active contribution of its librarians as resource persons, UGM Library and Archives reaffirms its role not merely as a collection provider, but as an academic literacy hub that fosters the growth of more critical, ethical, and competent generations of legal researchers.
Contributor: Wasilatul Baroroh