Yogyakarta, 10 January 2024- The International Undergraduate Program (IUP) at the Faculty of Biology, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), proudly presents the IUP Bioexpo 2024. The event, graced by 31 participants, by online via zoom meeting, comprising high school students, parents, and teachers, offers a comprehensive insight into the IUP’s innovative initiatives.
Distinguished speakers, including Dr. Bambang Retnoaji, M. Sc., Vice Dean of Academic Affairs and Student Affairs, shed light on the IUP’s journey since its establishment in 2019. Dr. Eko Agus Suyono, M. App. Sc., Vice Dean of Research, Community Service, Cooperation, and Alumni, discusses the international exposure opportunities available for IUP students.
This event’s committee also invites Nur Indah Septriani, M. Sc., Ph. D., IUP Coordinator, guiding participants through the IUP application process via the official website um.ugm.ac.id. Additionally, Sabut Kharisona, an IUP student pursuing a Double Degree at the Australian National University (ANU) in Australia, shares his experiences as a student bridging the academic realms of Fakultas Biologi UGM and ANU. The event was closed with discussion guided by Dr. Tyas Ikhsan Hikmawan as moderator in this event and secretary of IUP, Faculty of Biology UGM.
IUP Bioexpo 2024 serves as a promotional platform for the upcoming IUP admissions opening in January. Beyond promotion, it reflects the commitment of the Faculty of Biology, UGM, to elevate education quality in alignment with Sustainable Development Goal 4. Written by Septriani