UGM University's Credibility Questioned Amid Jokowi's Diploma Controversy
The credibility of Gadjah Mada University (UGM), a prominent Indonesian higher education institution, is facing a crisis due to allegations surrounding President Joko Widodo's academic diploma. Experts suggest UGM is at its 'nadir,' raising concerns about its future operations and educational quality.
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