68 years of CRUCH: Some strategic challenges

In a column published in the newspaper La Tercera, the executive vice president of the Council of Rectors, Emilio Rodríguez, highlighted the institution's contributions on the occasion of its 68th anniversary. The rector of the University of Tarapacá stated that “at this moment, as the CRUCH celebrates its 68th anniversary, it once again has the opportunity to […]

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With a call to work together, Dr. Marcos Cikutovic assumed the position of rector of the University of Antofagasta.

The new rector was sworn in at a solemn ceremony held at the Angamos Campus, in the presence of the university community and special guests. An award was also presented to the outgoing rector, Dr. Luis Alberto Loyola. The historic Horacio Meléndez Hall, the setting for the most important institutional events, once again hosted a ceremony of great significance for the university.

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Dr. Rodrigo Vidal Rojas assumed the rectorship of the University of Santiago, Chile

“We know it will be an arduous task, but we will face it with joy,” said the architect, who was officially appointed this Wednesday as the highest authority of the institution for the next four years. With the signing of the Institution's Golden Book and the presentation of the rector's medal, Dr. Rodrigo Vidal Rojas […]

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The executive vice president of CRUCH suggests that the regulated tuition model should consider the principle of "no detriment" to universities.

Before the House Education Committee, which began reviewing the bill that modifies the effective date of regulated tuition fees, Rector Emilio Rodríguez argued that this debate should also consider an evaluation and adjustment of the consequences of applying Article 108 of the Law […]

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With an emphasis on dialogue, participation, and partnership with the local community, José Maripani assumed his position as rector of UMAG.

More than 200 people attended the inauguration ceremony held at the Punta Arenas Municipal Theater, which hosted officials, academics, researchers, regional authorities, and family members, among others. President Gabriel Boric, Minister of Education Marco Antonio Ávila, and rectors from various universities and academic institutions across the country offered their congratulations.

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Juan Manuel Zolezzi: “CRUCH must continue to exercise its role as an advisory body in the development of public policies with conviction.”

After stepping down as executive vice president of the Council of Rectors, the rector of the University of Santiago reflects on his two years in office and affirms that “all the achievements obtained during this period are not the work of a single person, but rather the fruit of collective effort.” The former executive vice president highlights the […]

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CRUCH extends the deadline for applications to form its Civil Society Council

The call for nominations to elect members of the COSOC (Council of Rectors of Civil Society Organizations) will be open until Monday, August 29, 2022, at 12:00 PM. The invitation is directed to non-profit organizations working on issues such as equity and inclusion in higher education, quality in this area, and so on.

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CRUCH elects Rector Emilio Rodríguez as Executive Vice President for the 2022-2024 term

The university presidents elected the highest authority of the University of Tarapacá, who appreciated this support. “A vote of confidence has been given to a regional university (…) This shows our Council’s openness to understanding that territorial development is important and that talent is distributed throughout the country.” […]

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Academic vice-rectors and undergraduate directors analyzed challenges in the gap and inclusion

The meeting of the authorities of the Council of Rectors took place at the UCN Main Building. An analysis of the challenges to overcome regarding gaps and inclusion in Higher Education was carried out at the Meeting of Academic Vice-Rectors and Undergraduate Teaching Areas of the Council of Rectors.

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