The Faculty of Geography at Gadjah Mada University (UGM) continues to strengthen its relationship and collaboration with the UGM Faculty of Geography Alumni Association (KAGEGAMA). This collaboration was also reflected in the Welcome Dinner organized by KAGEGAMA in conjunction with the National Research and Innovation Agency (BRIN) in Yogyakarta on Tuesday, May 7, 2026. The UGM Faculty of Geography provided the venue for the event, while KAGEGAMA contributed to the event’s funding. This event served as an opportunity to strengthen ties among the academic community, alumni, and institutional partners.
The event took place in a warm and friendly atmosphere. It also served as a space for interaction, bringing together various parties in a more informal setting, thereby facilitating more relaxed discussions. Also in attendance were Joko Widodo, S.Si., M.Si., Ph.D., Acting Secretary of the DIRI Deputy and UN ESCAP National Contact Point at BRIN, and Dr. Joncik Muhammad, S.Si., S.H., M.H., Chairman of KAGEGAMA and Regent of Empat Lawang Regency. In his remarks, Mr. Joncik emphasized the importance of maintaining relationships between universities and their alumni as part of efforts to strengthen their joint contributions to society. Additionally, Mr. Joko noted that cross-sectoral collaboration is considered a key element in supporting the development of research, innovation, and sustainable regional development.
This event also reflects the UGM Faculty of Geography’s commitment to continuing to build strategic networks with alumni through various opportunities for closer and more inclusive collaboration and communication. The event concluded in a warm and convivial atmosphere as all participants enjoyed a dinner together, further strengthening the bonds among them.