CRUCH supports the clause on “non-sexist education” in the law on Women's Right to a Life Free of Violence

In a public statement, the rectors of the 30 universities that make up CRUCH declared that “to overcome arbitrary discrimination, inequalities, stereotypes, and gender hierarchies, it is essential to ensure non-sexist education at all educational levels. Consequently, we consider it imperative that this be […]

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Public Statement: CRUCH supports the clause on "non-sexist education" in the Law on Women's Right to a Life Free of Violence

The Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) welcomes the passage of the Law on Women's Right to a Life Free of Violence on March 6, after seven years of processing in the National Congress. The 30 universities that make up CRUCH have, for some time now, supported this initiative.

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Rectors and rectors of CRUCH delivered to the Minister of Education a report on strengthening pedagogies “Teaching Changes Lives”

The Minister of Education, Nicolás Cataldo, stated that “it is very important to receive the CRUCH's recommendations on Initial and Continuing Teacher Training.” He added that “this is precisely what we expect from the universities that have shaped the history of development and education in our country.” The report, prepared by a commission of experts […]

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CRUCH will deliver the report “Teaching Changes Lives” to the Ministry of Education”

The document, prepared over a year by a commission of experts from CRUCH universities, aims to contribute to public policy processes regarding issues related to attracting, training, and retaining professors, as well as to highlight the importance of teaching at the national level. This Thursday […]

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CRUCH renews its institutional website as part of its 70 years of service to Higher Education in Chile

To commemorate seven decades of networking for educational excellence and the development of the country, the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) updated its website to better respond to current needs and the CRUCH's strategic priorities for 2030, as well as to improve the […]

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In the context of March 8th: The CRUCH Gender Equality Commission announces that in 2024 it will advance in mainstreaming a gender perspective in curricular plans

  • Gender Equality Commission

To commemorate International Women's Day on March 8, the CRUCH Gender Equality Commission collaboratively produced a video. In addition, CRUCH universities have organized various initiatives, which can be viewed on the Instagram account @consejoderectores. To advance equality in universities, the commission has defined […]

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CRUCH's 2024 work agenda will be marked by the commemoration of its 70 years of history

In commemoration of the anniversary of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH), which will be celebrated on August 14, various activities will take place throughout the year. At the first meeting of the CRUCH Executive Committee this year, the Rector of the University of Los Andes was welcomed, […]

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Cristián del Campo Simonetti SJ assumes the role of rector of the Alberto Hurtado University

In an extraordinary session of the Academic Council, the investiture ceremony was held for the Jesuit priest who will lead Alberto Hurtado University for the next four years. The highest authority of our institution received the medal symbolizing the transfer of power from the outgoing rector, Eduardo […]

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Rectors of CRUCH universities unanimously agree to collaborate with the National Search Plan

Justice Minister Luis Cordero spoke at Thursday's session and requested the collaboration of the CRUCH universities. Acting President Rosa Devés emphasized the importance of participating in this public policy through contributions from various fields of knowledge. The session also addressed issues related to financing […]

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“Universities without gender violence”: CRUCH universities launch joint video to commemorate November 25

CRUCH universities shared a message in the context of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, commemorated on November 25. This is in addition to various activities organized by universities in different regions of the country, such as talks, fairs, campaigns, discussions, and others, which can be reviewed at […]

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