Unisa Jogja Investigation Results on Student Toilet Controversy
The Ethics Committee of Universitas ’Aisyiyah (Unisa) Yogyakarta has released the initial findings of its investigation into a student who was alleged to have dressed in women’s clothing and entered a female toilet. Head of the Public Relations and Protocol Bureau, Sinta Maharani, stated that the committee is conducting the investigation according to standard operating procedures. “To date, the matter related to the student in question is still under investigation to find the truth,” Sinta said in a statement on Wednesday (1/7/2026). “The initial investigation found no facts that the student entered the women’s toilet. UNISA Yogyakarta hopes that all members of the public will uphold the principle of presumption of innocence.”
Sinta emphasised that as an educational institution, Unisa does not tolerate any ethical violations, whether committed by students or other members of the academic community. “UNISA Yogyakarta will make a decision based on the recommendations of the investigation team, whether in the form of guidance or heavier sanctions, depending on the type of violation,” she added.
Vice Rector III of Unisa Yogyakarta, Prof Mufdlilah, explained that the university is handling two similar cases. The first case occurred some time ago and resulted in the student being expelled. In the second, more recent case, the student who appeared inappropriately dressed is currently undergoing guidance. Mufdlilah stated that the university will continue to strengthen its student development system and evaluate policies to ensure a safe, orderly, and conducive academic environment for the entire academic community. The university also urged the public to respond to information wisely, prioritise clarification, and avoid spreading personal identities or engaging in bullying against those involved. “As an educational institution, UNISA Yogyakarta believes that the enforcement of rules must go hand in hand with respect for human dignity, ethics, and civilised educational principles,” Mufdlilah said.