CRUCH invites citizens and university communities to share their opinions on mental health and university life.

The survey, which takes approximately 5 minutes to complete, will be available from today, December 11, 2024, until January 17, 2025, through the following electronic form: https://forms.gle/U9BK8cyXJMFzHBiM6. The tool seeks to gather input, opinions, and suggestions to contribute to solutions for problems affecting university communities that, in turn, […]

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Sixth National Meeting: Reflection and action to eradicate gender violence in CRUCH universities

The event took place at the Metropolitan University of Educational Sciences (UMCE) and included the participation of the university's rector, Elisa Araya; the Undersecretary of the Ministry of Women and Gender Equity, Luz Vidal; distinguished national and international guests; and the teams that address gender-based violence in the […]

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ENCE 2023: Student engagement and time management directly impact academic performance

The coordinator of the ENCE-CRUCH project, Gonzalo Zapata, pointed out that “it is key to understand that, beyond the socioeconomic or family context, what students do within the university has a direct impact on their academic success,» highlighting that student engagement explains between 30% and 50% of the variations in academic results. […]

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“Make history with your design”: CRUCH competition invites students to create its new institutional image

The Secretary General of CRUCH, Angélica Bosch, stated that “this competition seeks to renew CRUCH’s image, taking into account its history, contributions, and future challenges, while also strengthening its position as a leading body in higher education and territorial development in Chile.” The call for entries, aimed at undergraduate students […]

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CRUCH-CENIA agreement will seek to promote the development of Artificial Intelligence in Latin America

In a plenary session held in the Biobío Region, jointly led by the University of Concepción, the University of Bío-Bío, and the Catholic University of the Holy Conception, an agreement was signed seeking to create an artificial intelligence model that adequately represents Latin America, uniting academic and scientific efforts to strengthen […]

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CRUCH and MINREL strengthen the international projection of universities through scientific diplomacy

At the seminar “Scientific Diplomacy: Opening Pathways for the Internationalization of Higher Education,” organized by CRUCH and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, international experts and university authorities reflected on the fundamental role of science and technology in global cooperation and the internationalization of Chilean universities. The secretary […]

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25 N: CRUCH reaffirms its commitment to educational spaces free of violence and gender discrimination

In observance of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, the CRUCH Gender Equality Commission produced a video highlighting progress made in universities, including institutional policies, action plans, regulations, protocols, specialized teams, and various prevention initiatives. Regarding the […]

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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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CRUCH Admissions and Enrollment Commission warns of lack of key information for the 2025 Admissions process

The plenary session with admissions representatives from the 30 institutions of the Council of Rectors was held at the University of La Serena. The members of the Admissions and Enrollment Committee of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH) met at the University of La Serena […]

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PDL Budgets 2025: CRUCH proposes modifications to Higher Education and Science, Technology, and Innovation budget items

The rector of the University of Chile, Rosa Devés; the rector of the Catholic University, Ignacio Sánchez; and the executive vice president of the Council of Rectors of Chilean Universities (CRUCH), Emilio Rodríguez; expressed their concern about the university budget. More than additional resources, CRUCH proposes a restructuring that prioritizes investment in research and development, inclusion policies, and strengthening […]

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