Librarian's Day: CABID offered a discussion on the impact of artificial intelligence on higher education and university libraries

The event, held online on Tuesday, July 11, brought together more than 100 participants from across the country and abroad, who had the opportunity to learn more about the scope, risks, and challenges of this technology, which is becoming increasingly important in the field of library management and administration. «The […]

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Study raises challenges in mental health prevention and promotion for CRUCH university communities

The Longitudinal Study of University Mental Health (ELSAM) by the Millennium Nucleus Imhay, in which more than 7,000 students from five CRUCH universities participated, revealed five areas of mental health problems: Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Substance Use Disorder, Harmful Alcohol Use, and High Suicidal Risk. The Commission of […]

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Rosa María Olave: “The mental health of university students is skyrocketing, and even more so among women.”

In an interview with CNN Chile's "Sana Mente" program, the president of the CRUCH's University Coexistence subcommittee stated that universities "reflect what is happening in society. Therefore, in recent years we have lived in a context of greater irritability, with difficulty connecting and exchanging experiences." […]

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CRUCH warns that CAE debt forgiveness does not solve structural problems in higher education in Chile

From CRUCH's perspective, the bill to forgive State-Guaranteed Student Loans (CAE) does not address the impact of its implementation nor does it consider universities as guarantors of the CAE system. Furthermore, it lacks the support of a comprehensive review of student financing, as well as studies that […]

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University rectors worry about deficits in CRUCH universities due to the implementation of regulated tuition fees.

“The Council has stated very clearly, and unanimously, that it is important, fundamental, to resolve the problem of non-detriment in the short term,” said CRUCH Executive Vice President Emilio Rodríguez. The Rector of the UC, Ignacio Sánchez, expressed that “for us this situation of detriment is particularly serious, because it means affecting the […]

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They will discuss a bill that prohibits denial of degrees due to tuition debts.

The Education Committee voted, both in general and in particular, on the bill that prohibits making the taking of exams and the awarding of degrees conditional upon the payment of tuition debts. Hans Richter, the alternate vice president of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities, considered the initiative commendable and desirable. The […]

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CRUCH begins a series of conversations about student coexistence and mental health

This week, a dialogue process began with the Directors of Student Affairs from the 30 universities belonging to the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) to gather their perspectives and identify challenges related to student life, considering its connection to mental health. The initiative is organized by the CRUCH Commission on University Life and Mental Health and aims to […]

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CRUCH raised concerns about the "I Care and Study" bill in the Senate Education Committee

Speaking on behalf of CRUCH, the rector of Alberto Hurtado University, Eduardo Silva, stated that “it is a bill we fully support” and that “its approval is a matter of justice.” He also said that some clarifications are needed regarding the academic compatibility and funding of the project. The session also included […]

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In Public Accountability Report: CRUCH announces “non-negotiable commitments” to the country's development with a view to 2030

Strengthening the national research system, working towards the academic modernization of the university system, and the design of public policies are the three commitments highlighted by the Executive Vice President of the Council of Rectors and Rectors (CRUCH), Emilio Rodríguez. The Secretary General, Angélica Bosch, presented the milestones of the institution's management over the past year […]

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Rectors and presidents of CRUCH commit to working on the academic modernization of the university system

The plenary session of the Council of Rectors unanimously adopted an agreement to advance the academic modernization of the university system, taking into account the demands of society and various environmental factors. Executive Vice President, Rector Emilio Rodríguez, stated that “the universities of the Council of Rectors have the obligation […]

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