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Triplets Beatriz, Letícia, and Yasmin Oliveira from Fortaleza, Brazil, will head to different universities after being accepted into public higher education institutions in the same year.

Ítalo Cantanhede, a 17-year-old Brazilian student with a rare disease, successfully passed the university entrance exam while hospitalized and gained admission to three public medical schools.

Cecília Leite, a 21-year-old from Palmas, Brazil, has been accepted into the medical programs of two federal universities after dedicating four years to her studies as a public school student.

Eleni Karamelebgou, an esteemed Professor of Latin Philosophy at EKPA, has passed away, leaving a profound impact on academic education and public universities in Greece.

University teachers in Argentina have announced a nationwide strike and mobilizations that will affect the functioning of public universities across the country.

The former rector of A.S.O.E.E., Dimitris Bourantonis, testified about a violent attack he suffered in October 2020 during the trial against three defendants accused of the assault.

This article provides information on how to register for the SIU Guaraní academic management system used by Argentine public universities, including details on digital enrollment procedures.

Registrations for the Tocantins Public University Entrance Exam opened on March 23, 2026, allowing students to apply for undergraduate courses at several universities in the state.

Matheus da Silva Alves, an 18-year-old public school student from Franca, Brazil, has been accepted into medicine at three of the country's most prestigious universities after achieving a high score on the Provão Paulista.

A school in a small town in São Paulo achieved a 60% approval rate for its students in public universities for 2024, leading to emotional reunions with former students.

The US Supreme Court's 2023 decision banning colleges from considering racial criteria in admissions has led to a decrease in Black and Latino students at elite universities, while public universities have seen an increase in minority enrollments.

The article critiques the state of public universities in Madrid, highlighting their struggles with funding, high tuition, and a lack of investment in science, which lead to a decline in students opting for public education.

The French Minister of Higher Education announced that meetings in universities would be prohibited if there are risks of public disorder following the death of a young nationalist activist in Lyon.

Isabel Díaz Ayuso has dismissed her Education counselor, Emilio Viciana, during an ongoing conflict with public universities in Madrid and appointed Mercedes Zarzalejo in his place.

The governor of Acre has sanctioned a law allowing medical students from foreign universities to intern at local hospitals, aiming to improve public health and address the demand for healthcare professionals in the region.

The Ontario government has announced the end of a tuition fee freeze at public colleges and universities, allowing institutions to raise fees to adapt to changing student demographics.

Public universities in Brazil have started calling candidates from the waiting list for Sisu 2026, filling vacancies that remained after the regular admission process.

Andalusia's Parliament has approved a controversial new university law despite significant opposition from public university rectors who argue it undermines their autonomy.

Catalonia has announced the suspension of educational activities and non-urgent healthcare on Thursday due to predicted strong winds.

The Spanish government under Pedro Sánchez owes universities 60 million euros to compensate 18,000 young researchers due to a funding agreement.

A proposed bill in Florida aims to restrict enrollment for foreign and out-of-state students in public universities, prioritizing access for Florida residents.

The Nigerian Federal Government has begun the implementation of a 40% salary increase for university academic staff as part of a renegotiated agreement with the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).

Cristiane Maravilha, wife of former soccer player Túlio Maravilha, explains why their daughter will not attend public university due to concerns over potential bullying related to their wealth.

Tulianne Maravilha, daughter of ex-player Túlio Maravilha, was accepted into two public universities but opted for a private one to uphold her family values.

Former Botafogo striker Túlio Maravilha has forbidden his daughter, Tulianne, from attending public universities, citing the importance of 'family values'.

An 18-year-old student from Mirassol, Brazil, was accepted into 12 selection processes across seven public universities, including competitive fields like law and medicine.

Florida universities are experiencing measles outbreaks, prompting concerns due to the state's significant rise in cases amid a national increase not seen since 1991.

In Germany, the Verdi trade union is set to organize extensive strikes affecting public sector workers, particularly impacting universities, hospitals, road construction companies, and the judicial system, with around 2.2 million employees participating.

As World Cancer Day is marked, the article discusses the importance of public and philanthropic funding in the fight against cancer, highlighting the roles of universities and the pharmaceutical industry.

On World Cancer Day, experts discuss the essential role of public and philanthropic funding in cancer treatment innovation and pharmaceutical development.

Seventeen-year-old André Pereira Veras has been accepted into four public universities, marking a significant achievement for a student from a small community in Ceará.

Ekiti State Governor Biodun Oyebanji has called on state-owned tertiary institutions to uphold a stable academic calendar to enhance educational quality and rebuild public trust in higher education.

The article discusses the four main focal points of constitutional revision in Greece, highlighting the budget, non-state universities, the criminal accountability of ministers, and the election of judicial leadership.

The KKE condemns the beginning of the national dialogue on constitutional revision initiated by the Prime Minister, claiming it aims to enshrine a series of 'reactionary and anti-people reforms,' particularly regarding public sector permanence and non-state universities.

Thousands of public service employees in Germany are participating in warning strikes across various sectors, including hospitals and universities, demanding higher wages.

In 2025, Spain saw the opening of 10 private centers affiliated with public universities, marking the highest number in the last decade and raising concerns over the viability of the model.

This article discusses the current challenges faced by public universities in the context of social justice and inequality in education.

Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis discusses the issue of removing eternal students from the records of public universities and the new era for these institutions as there are currently no active occupations.

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis highlights government interventions aiming to transform public universities in his Instagram post.

By 2026, Spain is projected to have more private universities than public ones, driven by an increase in students enrolling in master's programs and significant changes in the university sector towards privatization.

The Audit Office reveals that over 10 million euros was spent in 2021 on retirement awards at five Madrid public universities without proper legal justification, with some cases exceeding the maximum pension amount or being awarded to individuals below the age limit.

The Greek government spokesperson highlights that by 2026, public universities will no longer have perpetual students, following the removal of 309,000 students, and will benefit from enhanced funding.

Starting tomorrow, December 31, the Greek Ministry of Education will automatically expel inactive students who enrolled in public universities before 2017, affecting potentially over 220,000 students.

Argentinian President Javier Milei celebrates the historic approval of his budget after two years of governing with the budget left by his predecessor, Alberto Fernández, by negotiating with opposition groups and dropping controversial cuts to public universities and disability services.