YOGYAKARTA, Indonesia — Sunan Kalijaga State Islamic University held a media gathering on Monday as it seeks to adapt its public communication strategy to rapid changes in digital information consumption.

The event, hosted at the Saphir Hotel in Yogyakarta, brought together more than 30 journalists and university communications officials from across the region, including Ahmad Dahlan University and Yogyakarta State University.

Ali Sodiq, head of the university’s Bureau of General Administration and Finance, said universities must now communicate their work more concisely and effectively as public attention shifts toward faster digital platforms. He also addressed budget constraints under national efficiency policies, saying the university aims to remain accountable without raising tuition fees by developing non-profit campus business units.

University officials outlined plans to open a medical faculty in 2026, expand international accreditation and partnerships, and implement the Ministry of Religious Affairs’ Asta Protas agenda on governance, education quality and digital integration.

Journalists raised questions about the development of a second campus in Pajangan, Bantul, and the affordability of future programs. University representatives said the project reflects historical and cultural considerations and pledged to maintain access for lower-income students.