The Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) published a statement recognizing and thanking the essential work of professors and calling on social and political actors to “increase efforts to address the teacher shortage crisis in Chile.” CRUCH commits to […]
Representatives from various universities across the country worked for two days on topics such as inclusion and teacher training. The Rector of UMCE, Dr. Elisa Araya, head of the COVRA Commission, explained that this plenary session focused on “the progress of the various CRUCH commissions. For example, we were looking at the […]
Rector Emilio Rodríguez stated that “it is necessary to delve deeper into three areas that we consider essential: access to teacher training programs, evaluation of teacher education, and accreditation of the quality of institutions.” The CRUCH will work with the Undersecretariat of Higher Education, headed by Rector Elisa Araya (UMCE), Rector Nelson […]
In observance of World Suicide Prevention Day, the universities of the CRUCH (Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities) are joining global efforts to raise awareness of the importance of mental health in educational communities. The CRUCH's Commission on University Coexistence and Mental Health emphasizes the need for collaborative work within the university community […]
The Rector of USACH was nominated by the plenary session of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities and was recently appointed by the Director-General of UNESCO as a member of this international body. “It is an honor to represent the CRUCH university communities in this important international forum, promoting […]
In this interview, the rector of the University of Tarapacá discusses the challenges and priority action lines of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) for the next two years. Emilio Rodríguez Ponce, who first assumed the position of executive vice president in July 2022, was re-elected […]
During the day, the rectors of the CRUCH universities met at the University of Chile's main building to commemorate the organization's seven decades. At the event, the "Recognition for Contribution to Higher Education" award was presented for the first time, this year going to the former rector of the University of Chile.
The Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) will award this recognition to the former President for her contributions to development and equity in higher education, such as the free tuition policy and the Program for Access to Higher Education (PACE). A ceremony will be held next Monday, August 19, at the main building of the University of […]
“We trust that the Chilean criminal justice system will take the necessary steps to determine the facts and the corresponding responsibilities,” the Council stated. The CRUCH expressed its commitment to “strengthening policies and protocols to prevent and address all forms of violence” and emphasized the importance of “continuing […]
The executive vice president of CRUCH, Emilio Rodríguez, noted that while “the initial amount is small, it sets a precedent for the future, demonstrating the Chilean State's commitment to moving in the right direction.» Furthermore, to support teacher training at CRUCH universities, […]
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