On 30 January 2026, the Department of Plant Pests and Diseases, Universitas Gadjah Mada, conducted a graduation (yudisium) ceremony for 21 students. The January II 2026 graduation ceremony was held in the Meeting Room of the Department of Plant Pests and Diseases, 3rd Floor, Building A1.
The twenty-one graduates shared reflections and experiences from their academic journey at the Faculty of Agriculture, Universitas Gadjah Mada. They expressed that studying in the Plant Protection, Plant Pathology, and Entomology study programs provided valuable experiences, including the development of both hard and soft skills, comprehensive scientific understanding and its application, as well as the expansion of professional networks. In addition to expressing gratitude for having completed their studies in the Plant Protection Study Program at Universitas Gadjah Mada, the graduates also conveyed their hopes for the future development of the department, namely that the Department of Plant Protection will continue to grow, produce excellent and impactful graduates, and that all lecturers will always be granted good health.
A touching moment occurred when one of the students expressed heartfelt gratitude to the lecturers who had guided them throughout their academic journey, from coursework and research to the completion of their studies. The graduates also expressed their pride and enthusiasm with the chant, “HPT JAYA!”
This series of activities reflects the commitment of the Department of Plant Pests and Diseases to supporting sustainable development through community engagement and academic excellence, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-Being), and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).

