Shokudou FIB Unpad: A Student Canteen with a Well-Managed Smoking Area
Health and well-being stand as one of the core pillars of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being. Targets 3.a and 3.9 specifically emphasize the control of tobacco consumption and the prevention of exposure to tobacco smoke in public spaces, in line with the spirit of the Framework Convention on Tobacco Control (FCTC). Within a campus environment, these efforts are best realized through the implementation of smoke-free facilities while still providing designated spaces for smokers, ensuring that the rights and comfort of all individuals are respected.
One notable example can be found at Shokudo, the student canteen of the Faculty of Cultural Sciences (FIB), Universitas Padjadjaran. The canteen is equipped with a designated outdoor smoking area, serving as an effective solution to maintain collective comfort. This separation protects non-smoking students and faculty members from passive smoke exposure, enabling them to enjoy their time in the canteen in a healthier and safer environment. At the same time, the arrangement allows smokers to comply with regulations without creating unnecessary tension, striking a balance between discipline and inclusivity.
The management of Shokudo exemplifies a positive spatial arrangement: a smoke-free zone inside the canteen and a designated smoking area outside in the open air. The division is made clear with visible signage “No Smoking” signs prominently displayed inside the canteen, and clear markers in the outdoor area indicating the designated smoking zone. This system demonstrates not only the faculty’s concern for community health, but also how a simple spatial strategy can generate a profound impact on the quality of the learning and dining environment. Shokudo thus stands as a tangible example of how campus facilities can embody the principles of comfort, health, and adherence to SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being.
Beyond comfort, the existence of a smoking area at Shokudo also strengthens FIB Unpad’s reputation as an academic environment that cares deeply about the health and well-being of its community. The separation of spaces serves as a subtle yet powerful form of education, reminding students and staff alike that protecting shared health is an integral part of academic culture. With this simple yet impactful initiative, Shokudo FIB Unpad contributes directly to the achievement of SDG 3 by creating a dining space that is welcoming, healthy, and inclusive for all.
Red. Thurfah Mahira Ahnaf
