Libraries from the CRUCH (Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities) discuss Open Science, Artificial Intelligence and Mental Health

At the CABID meeting at Arturo Prat University, Rector Alberto Martínez praised the strategic role of libraries in university life and highlighted the importance of the areas currently being addressed by CRUCH libraries. The directors analyzed the Sustainable Development Goals in Libraries […]

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CRUCH celebrated World Book Day with a discussion that addressed the spiritual legacy of Gabriela Mistral

The event, organized by the Library Commission of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities, revealed previously unpublished findings about the personal library the poet kept in the last years of her life. In the year of the 80th anniversary of Gabriela Mistral's Nobel Prize, the Library Commission (CABID) of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities presented this information.

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CRUCH celebrates World Book Day with a discussion about Gabriela Mistral's personal library

As part of the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of Gabriela Mistral's Nobel Prize, the CRUCH Library Commission will host a webinar open to university communities and the general public. To participate, register HERE. In addition, the 30 universities of the Council of Rectors have prepared a diverse program […]

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Libraries as a bridge for new students: Welcome to university life

To welcome the students who entered CRUCH universities in 2025, the Libraries designed various strategies to ensure they became familiar with their services. These included technology training sessions, recreational activities, and other initiatives. March is a key month for Chilean universities, marking […]

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CRUCH Commission presents updated “Guide for Chilean University Libraries” with emphasis on inclusion, quality and digital transformation

The members of the Library Commission of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities presented the new version of the guide, with the participation of representatives from the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) and the National Accreditation Commission. The document, which replaces the version published in 2020, includes twelve principles […]

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Key themes for CABID in 2025: Research and digital transformation

With the aim of strengthening the development of libraries and consolidating their role as drivers of innovation and access to knowledge, the Library Commission (CABID) of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) met to analyze priorities for 2025. The meeting took place on the 10th of […]

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CABID addresses the digital transformation of university libraries and their role in the educational development of CRUCH universities

During its second annual meeting in Antofagasta, the Libraries and Documentation Commission (CABID) of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) reaffirmed its role as a key player in strengthening the Chilean university system and elected its board for the 2025-2026 term. In its work plan, CABID includes promoting the creation of a national repository […]

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On Librarian's Day: CABID and the Spanish Network of University and Scientific Libraries shared experiences of digital transformation in

Representatives from the Advisory Commission on Libraries and Documentation (CABID) of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) and the Spanish Network of University and Scientific Libraries (REBIUN) organized a webinar that brought together numerous participants from libraries in Chile and Spain, in the context of Librarian's Day, celebrated on July 10. “The […]

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Directors of libraries from CRUCH met at the University of O'Higgins

  • Libraries Commission

Representatives from universities across Chile gathered at the Rancagua Campus. The first 2024 Ordinary Meeting of the Standing Committee of Library Directors of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) was held at the Rancagua Campus of the University of O'Higgins. Representatives from universities throughout the country met […]

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Focus areas of work at the CRUCH Libraries plenary: Standards for Libraries, Sustainable Development Goals and community engagement

  • Libraries Commission

With broad participation from library directors of CRUCH universities, the second ordinary plenary session of the commission was held at the University of Magallanes on November 8 and 9. The rector of UMAG, José Maripani, praised the work done in updating library standards, “which have contributed to the processes of […]

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