The rector of the Technical University of Porto (UTP) will directly appoint the new organs of that institution. This decision is being contested by a union.
Teachers and researchers at UTP gathered in a plenary assembly on Monday to debate the university's provisional statutes.
The teaching professionals also wanted to outline future protest actions against the direct appointment of the new organs by the rector.
Teachers and researchers at UTP face a significant change in the governance of their institution, with the rector assuming total control over the appointment of organs. This decision raises questions about democratic participation in university management and may have implications for working conditions and academic autonomy. The full protest reflects the growing dissatisfaction of higher education professionals with these measures.
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