Galih Wahyu Pradana, S.A.P., M.Si. is an alumnus of the Public Administration program at FISIP, Diponegoro University, class of 2012, who currently serves as the Coordinator of the S1 State Administration Study Program at PSDKU, Universitas Negeri Surabaya (Unesa). In his role in higher education, he is actively involved as a lecturer, curriculum developer, and instructor within the FISIPOL and PSDKU Magetan environments, making a strong contribution to strengthening the quality of learning and academic development. This role demonstrates his commitment to supporting SDG 4 (Quality Education), particularly through improving the quality of higher education, strengthening learning capacity, and developing an adaptive academic environment.
In the academic field, Galih Wahyu Pradana is known for his active involvement in research and community service, particularly on issues of public policy, community empowerment, digital villages, tourism villages, and local government governance. This focus shows a close connection between knowledge development, social innovation, and public governance practices relevant to community needs. His contributions align with SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) through strengthening villages and communities, SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) through the development of tourism villages and local economies, and SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions) through attention to more effective and responsive governance.
His academic achievements are also reflected in various accomplishments at both national and international levels. He received the Best Paper award at an international conference organized by IAPA in Manado in 2015, earned recognition as the 2nd Best Lecturer Performance at FISIPOL Unesa in 2023, and served as a Keynote Speaker at an international conference organized by Central China Normal University (CCNU), Wuhan, China, in 2024. These achievements affirm his role in strengthening international academic networks, encouraging cross-country exchange of ideas, and supporting SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals) through global academic collaboration that contributes to the development of internationally oriented higher education.
Overall, Galih Wahyu Pradana, S.A.P., M.Si. is worthy of being seen as an alumnus who has made an impact on global education through academic leadership, scientific contributions, curriculum development, and involvement in international academic forums. His work demonstrates how alumni of FISIP Undip’s Public Administration program can play a role in advancing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), especially SDG 4, SDG 8, SDG 11, SDG 16, and SDG 17, through quality higher education, strengthening governance, community empowerment, and expanding global academic networks.