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 […]
With the participation of the Rector of the University of Santiago (Usach) and head of the commission, Dr. Rodrigo Vidal, representatives from the CRUCH universities met to discuss migration issues and the challenges of internationalization in Chilean higher education. The meeting took place on Friday, August 23, at the University of […]
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.
Through presentations, a roundtable discussion, and an afternoon of collaborative work, the meeting sought to foster a deeper understanding and promote a culture of coexistence and academic integrity within university communities using practical tools and strategies. «It was a space where challenges were raised, diagnoses were shared, […]
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 […]
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