Building a Caring Campus: Healthy, Affordable Dining for Staff and Students

Jatinangor, August 30th, 2025 — As the number of staff and students continues to grow, the need for affordable and accessible food options has become increasingly important. To create a more supportive campus environment, the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB) at Universitas Padjadjaran has expanded its dining facilities by opening ‘Inspirasa’, located behind the FIB security post and near the main lecture halls.

Managed by members of Dharma Wanita, ‘Inspirasa’ offers home-style, organic meals that are both healthy and flavorful. With the addition of this canteen, FIB Unpad now hosts three canteens in total, giving staff and students more options for affordable and nutritious meals.
The canteen serves a variety of dishes at accessible prices, including ready-to-go meal packs for those rushing to class, as well as comforting homemade specialties like soto and kupat tahu, all prepared with care by the dedicated canteen staff.
“We want to create a space where everyone—staff, lecturers, and students—can feel cared for and supported,” said Hilman Fauzia, the Head of the Internationalization Unit Office at FIB Unpad. “Having more dining options is not just about convenience; it’s about ensuring that our academic community has access to healthy meals that keep them energized throughout the day.”
The presence of ‘Inspirasa’ plays a significant role in reducing food insecurity within the faculty, providing a sense of comfort and support for both academic and administrative staff. This initiative contributes to building a more inclusive and nurturing work and learning environment.
Through efforts like these, FIB Unpad reaffirms its commitment to supporting the well-being of the entire academic community, ensuring that both staff and students have access to nutritious meals and a welcoming campus atmosphere.

Red. Dilla Maharani Putri