In the recent elections for the rector and vice-rector positions at the Federal University of Acre (Ufac) for the term 2026-2030, no single slate secured the required 50% majority to win outright. This resulted in the decision to hold a second round of voting, scheduled for Thursday, the 26th, where the two leading candidates will compete for the positions. The election was conducted online, reflecting modern approaches to university governance and the engagement of the community.

The leading candidates who progressed to the second round are from two slates: 'Juntos pela Ufac', featuring professors Carlos Moraes and Almecina Balbino, and 'Dialogando com as pessoas e construindo o futuro', represented by professors Josimar Batista and Marco Antônio Amaro. The first slate received 44.40% of the votes for the rector, while the second slate's candidate, Almecina Balbino, garnered 48.78% of the vote for vice-rector. This competitive environment illustrates a vibrant electoral process within the university and highlights diverse perspectives among faculty and staff.

The election saw participation from approximately four thousand individuals, including students, teachers, and technical staff, reflecting the engaged academic community at Ufac. Such involvement is crucial for ensuring that the university's leadership effectively represents the interests and aspirations of its stakeholders. As the community prepares for the upcoming runoff, the results of this election could significantly shape the university's direction in the coming years, especially in areas such as educational policies and administrative management.