Pharmacy UGM – The Faculty of Pharmacy Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) discussed with SK Plasma, focusing on open recruitment opportunities for pharmacy students in the franchise industry sector of SK Plasma. This discussion aimed to provide students and alumni of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM with opportunities to build careers in the rapidly growing pharmaceutical franchise industry in Indonesia.

This discussion was organized as part of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM’s efforts to bridge the gap between education and industry, particularly in the pharmaceutical sector. SK Plasma is a leader in high-tech industrial components in Korea, second only to Samsung. SK Plasma’s factory is located in Andong, Korea, and it has expanded to 20 countries worldwide, including Indonesia. SK Plasma is supported by the Indonesian Ministry of Health, focusing on cooperation in Indonesia, which includes manufacturing equipment, training staff in Andong, Korea, and constructing factories in Indonesia. read more

Pharmacy UGM – Friday (14/2), the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM received a visit from PT. Mersifarma Tirmaku Mercusana to discuss the potential initiation of a collaboration to strengthen the relationship between academia and the pharmaceutical industry. The meeting, held in the Dean’s Meeting Room (RSP) on the 7th floor of the APSLC Building at the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM, was attended by the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM, along with the leadership team and academic staff.

During the meeting, both parties discussed various potential collaborations, including programs to meet the needs of the pharmaceutical workforce. PT. Mersifarma Tirmaku Mercusana, a leading pharmaceutical company, also expressed its interest in supporting pharmaceutical education by providing access to the latest technology and pharmaceutical industry knowledge. read more

Pharmacy UGM – Dexa Group has once again demonstrated its commitment to supporting the career development of pharmacy graduates by organizing a campus hiring event at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). The event occurred at the Auditorium on the 8th floor of the APSLC Building, Faculty of Pharmacy UGM, on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, from 08.30 AM until completion.

The event was officially opened by the Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Collaboration, and Alumni, Prof. Dr.rer.nat. apt. Nanang Fakhrudin, M.Si. In his opening remarks, he expressed his appreciation for the collaboration between the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM and Dexa Group in providing career opportunities for graduates. “Such events are highly beneficial for graduates seeking career opportunities in the pharmaceutical industry. We hope this collaboration continues to support the development of excellent human resources in the pharmaceutical field,” he stated. read more

Pharmacy UGM – The Faculty of Pharmacy Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) and Dr.B Lab Korea officially signed an Academic Cooperation Agreement aimed at strengthening collaboration in the fields of pharmaceutical research, product innovation, and global healthcare technology development on Tuesday (February 11).

The agreement was signed by the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM, Prof. Dr. Apt. Satibi, M.Si., accompanied by the Vice Dean for Research, Community Service, Collaboration, and Alumni, as well as the Vice Dean for Academic and Student Affairs, and the CEO of Dr.B Lab, Prof. Bonglee Kim, at the Leaderboard Court Room (RSP) on the 7th floor of the APSLC Building, Faculty of Pharmacy UGM. This collaboration aims to expand international academic networks and accelerate the development of innovative pharmaceutical research that can have a positive impact globally in pharmaceutical field. read more

Pharmacy UGM – On Tuesday (11/2), the College of Korea Medicine Kyung Hee University (KHU), South Korea, paid an academic visit to the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM). The visit aimed to strengthen international relations and discuss and finalize an academic cooperation agreement between the two institutions. The representative from the College of Korea Medicine KHU, Prof. Bonglee Kim, was welcomed by the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM’s leadership team, along with several lecturers and academic staff. read more

Farmasi UGM – The Pharmacist Professional Program (PSPA) of the Faculty of Pharmacy, Gadjah Mada University (UGM) held a guest lecture titled “From Development to Patients: The Journey of In Vitro Diagnostic (IVD)” on Monday (February 10th) at the Auditorium on the 8th floor of the APSLC Building, Faculty of Pharmacy, UGM.

This guest lecture, which also served as the inaugural lecture for new PSPA students in the Even Semester of the 2024/2025 Academic Year at UGM’s Faculty of Pharmacy, aimed to provide new insights to students regarding in vitro diagnostic (IVD) products, how these products are developed, tested, produced, and how their use is related to the pharmacist profession. read more

Pharmacy UGM – On Wednesday (5/2), the Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a Morning Tea event focused on the Fast Track Program and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOC). The event took place in the 8th-floor auditorium of the APSLC Pharmacy UGM building and aimed to enhance faculty members’ understanding of the Fast Track program and the implementation of MOOC in learning. The event was opened with welcoming remarks by the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM, Prof. Dr. apt. Satibi, M.Si. read more

Pharmacy UGM – On Friday (24/1), the Faculty of Pharmacy, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), took part in the Career Week 2025 event organized by the Career Planning Department of Kesatuan Bangsa School, Yogyakarta. This annual event aims to provide students with insights into various career options and the educational pathways required to achieve their career goals. With the theme “Navigating Your Future Path,” Career Week 2025 is designed to inspire students to be more prepared for future challenges. read more

Pharmacy UGM – In collaboration with the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM, Novell Group successfully organized a recruitment for students of the Professional Pharmacist Study Program (PSPA). The recruitment was held on Thursday (1/23), at the APSLC Building of the Faculty of Pharmacy UGM. This activity was held to open career opportunities for PSPA students who wish to pursue a career in the pharmaceutical industry.

The recruitment was attended by around 60 participants, who were PSPA students from various universities in Yogyakarta, including UII, UAD, and UGM. A representative from the HRD team of Etercom Pharma Plant, one of the companies under Novell Group, was present to give a brief presentation on the company profile and the career opportunities currently available. Participants also learned about the work dynamics and environment at Novell Group, which is known as one of the leading pharmaceutical companies in Indonesia. read more

Pharmacy UGM – Wednesday (22/1), the Faculty of Pharmacy at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held its second Focus Group Discussion (FGD) on Veterinary Pharmacy and Population-Based Veterinary Drug Prescription. This event was a follow-up to the first FGD conducted on December 19, 2024. The discussion aimed to refine the conclusions from the previous session and develop additional materials on prescription guidelines for the Veterinary Drug Responsible Officer (PJTOH) training module.

The FGD was facilitated by the UGM Faculty of Pharmacy and attended by various stakeholders, including the UGM Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, the Indonesian Veterinary Medical Association, the Indonesian Veterinary Drug Association, and the Central Board of the Indonesian Pharmacists Association. The forum aimed to formulate a policy brief on universal veterinary drug regulations, covering aspects such as drug management across different sectors, technical guidelines for pharmacist licensing by the Ministry of Agriculture, as well as standards and guidelines related to veterinary drugs. Additionally, this FGD served as a platform to develop the PJTOH veterinary drug prescription training module. read more