Yogyakarta, January 31, 2025 – The Master’s Program in Mathematics at the Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM), once again held a graduation ceremony (yudisium) for students who have completed their studies. This online event was attended by the Dean and Vice Deans, Department and Program Managers for Master’s and Doctoral Programs, the Head of the Administrative Office, and the Coordinator of Academic and Student Affairs. ...
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“UGM Outstanding Alumni Selection Path”: A New Admission Test Path for the Master of Mathematics Program, FMIPA UGM, Batch IV, Semester II 2024/2025
The Master of Mathematics Program at FMIPA UGM is once again opening opportunities for prospective new students to continue their master’s studies. In the Batch IV selection test for Semester II of the 2024/2025 academic year, the Master of Mathematics Program offers three admission paths: the Outstanding Alumni Selection Path, the Research-Based Path (By Research), and the Regular Path. ...
Graduation Ceremony for Postgraduate Students of the Department of Mathematics FMNS UGM Academic Year 2024/2025 Period II
The Faculty of Mathematics and Natural Sciences (FMIPA) at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) held a graduation ceremony today for the postgraduate students of the Department of Mathematics, Academic Year 2024/2025 Period II. The event, held solemnly in the FMIPA UGM building, was attended by faculty members, lecturers, and the families of the graduates. ...
Community Service with MGMP Matematika of Brebes Regency
The Department of Mathematics at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) conducted a Community Service (PkM) activity in collaboration with the Mathematics Teacher Working Group (MGMP) of Brebes Regency. The event took place in the Auditorium on the 7th floor of the FMIPA UGM building and was attended by mathematics teachers from Brebes Regency who are members of MGMP, as well as faculty members of the Department of Mathematics at UGM involved in the PkM program. ...
Visit of SMA Negeri 3 Purwokerto to the Department of Mathematics UGM
The Department of Mathematics Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) welcomed a visit from SMA Negeri 3 Purwokerto on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The event was held in the Auditorium on the 7th floor of the FMIPA UGM Building, with the aim of introducing the benefits of mathematics in everyday life and career opportunities offered by the study programs in the Department of Mathematics UGM, which include Actuarial Science, Statistics, and Mathematics. ...
Open House for Graduate Programs at the Department of Mathematics, UGM
On Monday, December 30, 2024, the Department of Mathematics at Universitas Gadjah Mada successfully held a virtual Open House for its graduate programs via Zoom Meeting. This event aimed to introduce the Master’s and Doctoral programs in Mathematics to the general public. Attended by Dr. Nanang Susyanto, S.Si., M.Sc., M.Act.Sc. (Head of the Department of Mathematics), Prof. Dr. Sri Wahyuni, S.U. (Head of the Master’s Program), and Prof. Dr. Ch. Rini Indrati, M.Si. (Head of the Doctoral Program), the event provided a comprehensive overview of the curriculum, research opportunities, and career prospects for graduates. ...
Florence Nightingale: Pioneer of Modern Health Statistics
Florence Nightingale (1820–1910) is renowned as a nurse who made significant contributions during the Crimean War, but her legacy extends far beyond the nursing profession. Nightingale was a pioneer in the use of statistics to improve healthcare services. Through a data-driven approach, she revolutionized public health systems, making her one of the most important figures in the history of statistics. ...
Karl Pearson: Pioneer of Modern Statistics
Karl Pearson is one of the most important figures in the history of statistics, often referred to as the father of modern statistics. Born on March 27, 1857, in London, England, Pearson is known for his significant contributions to the development of various statistical techniques that are still widely used today. One of his greatest contributions was the development of the Pearson correlation coefficient and the chi-square distribution, both of which are foundational in many statistical applications and hypothesis testing. ...
Ronald A. Fisher: Father of Modern Statistics
Ronald Aylmer Fisher was one of the most influential mathematicians and statisticians in history, often referred to as the “Father of Modern Statistics.” Born on February 17, 1890, in London, England, he made extraordinary contributions to the development of statistical theory, which laid the foundation for many data analysis techniques still in use today. Throughout his remarkable career, he introduced several key concepts in statistics, such as Analysis of Variance (ANOVA), Maximum Likelihood Estimation, and Experimental Design, all of which play an important role in modern statistics and scientific methodology. ...
Information Entropy Theory: Measuring Uncertainty in a Connected World
In today’s digital era, we live in a world filled with data. Every second, new information is transmitted, received, and analyzed by devices across the globe. But how do we measure this information? Does all information hold the same value, or is there a way to quantify its worth? This is where the theory of information entropy plays a crucial role. ...