Yogyakarta, December 15, 2025 — Center for Southeast Asian Social Studies, Universitas Gadjah Mada (CESASS UGM) received a delegation from the Center of Peatland and Disaster Studies, Universitas Riau (CPDS UNRI). Representing the visit was Dr. phil. Vissia Ita Yulianto, Head of Program and Publication at CESASS, and Dr. Arifudin, S.P., M.P., Researcher at CPDS. Dr. Arif’s visit also served as a reunion with CESASS, as he was previously affiliated with the center as a doctoral student from 2016 to 2019.
During the visit, Dr. Arif shared his expertise on ongoing disaster-related issues in Indonesia through CESASS Vodcast, a newly launched video podcast initiative by CESASS. CESASS also shared its extensive experience in international academic programs, including the CESASS Internship Program and Summer Course, both of which are organized annually and consistently attract students from diverse academic and cultural backgrounds.
Overall, the visit highlighted the continuity of academic connection, reinforcing institutional ties while opening opportunities for future collaboration.
Reporter: Mellyana Nungki Pramitha