The Federal University of Juiz de Fora (UFJF) is preparing for the start of its first semester for 2026 on Monday, with around 14,000 students expected to attend classes across its campuses in Juiz de Fora and Governador Valadares. A total of 1,972 new students will be entering this semester in Juiz de Fora, which presents logistical challenges due to recent disruptions in the area's infrastructure caused by heavy rainfall earlier this year. Significantly, the closures of roads connected to the campus, particularly the Engenheiro Gentil Forn access road, have hindered traffic flow in and around the university. The road has been closed since a severe storm in February that resulted in the deaths of 65 individuals, and many roads remain damaged. The local municipality has not yet announced when repair work will commence, causing concerns about vehicular access to the university. Given the situation, the university has advised students to explore alternative routes for accessing the Cidade Alta area while attending classes. These include paths through different local neighborhoods in Juiz de Fora such as Borboleta and Cascatinha. This circumstance highlights the continued impact of the February floods not only on public safety but also on educational logistics as students navigate returning to school under challenging conditions.