The development of campus infrastructure at Universitas Gadjah Mada (UGM) continues in phases. One of the latest priorities is synchronizing infrastructure within the health cluster, particularly road access and the planned construction of a new building at the UGM Faculty of Dentistry (FKG), reviewed on March 13, 2026.
During a site inspection led by UGM Vice Rector for Planning, Assets, and Information Systems, Arief Setiawan Budi Nugroho, S.T., M.Eng., Ph.D., and his team, they were welcomed by the Vice Dean of FKG UGM for Human Resources, Finance, and Assets, drg. Heribertus Dedy Kusuma Yulianto, M.Biotech., Ph.D., along with his staff. The review emphasized the importance of integrating vehicle access in the northern area of FKG UGM. This arrangement is part of broader efforts to improve building layout, road systems, and both vehicular and pedestrian mobility within an increasingly dynamic campus environment.
The health cluster area, which also includes services at the UGM Dental and Oral Hospital, is a key focus of this planning. Overall, existing operations are running well, with no significant issues identified.
However, the evaluation revealed a potential overlap in traffic flow between vehicles exiting the health cluster via Jalan Medika UGM and those leaving the planned new FKG building. Without proper alignment during the planning stage, this could lead to internal traffic conflicts within the campus.
Managing access is crucial, as the area is used not only by the academic community but also by the general public seeking healthcare services. The university aims to ensure efficient vehicle and pedestrian pathways while maintaining comfort and accessibility.
Attention is also being given to vehicle access control systems. Exit routes without gate barriers may allow unregistered vehicles to bypass the campus parking system, complicating internal traffic management at the faculty level.
Therefore, synchronizing the new building’s access points with the existing road system is essential. This adjustment is expected to prevent congestion and maintain orderly access within the health cluster.
Overall, no major issues were found in terms of building design or area concept. Improvements are primarily focused on strengthening infrastructure connectivity to ensure that new developments align with the campus’s long-term master plan.
Vice Rector Arief Setiawan emphasized that these efforts are part of maintaining a balance between expanding educational facilities, healthcare services, and mobility comfort in a growing campus environment.
Reporter: Andri Wicaksono, Photographer: Fajar Budi Harsakti
