UAEMéx Faculty of Law director race, Digi Mart USA News (Toluca, Estado de México): The race to lead the Faculty of Law at the Autonomous University of the State of Mexico (UAEMéx) has begun amid political tensions and doubts about the legitimacy of some aspirants, according to a publisher report from SéUnoNoticias.
The report states that aspirant Luis Gonzalo Botello did not physically present the proof of permanent status (constancia de definitividad) required by the call for applications. It also says he was accompanied by people outside the university community, including Luz María Zarza Delgado, sister of the rector, who accompanied him to the registration table.
The article notes the absence of students during his registration. It also reports student complaints about his alleged arrogant attitude in class and the use of exams that students consider anti-pedagogical.
Additional accusations of corruption, reportedly coming from members of the labor lawyers’ guild, are mentioned, though the report states these claims require support and verification.
Gerardo Martínez also registered and reportedly claims the backing of the rector. According to the report, his representative, Rocío Juárez, had participated in the previous rectorship election in favor of Eréndira Fierro.
The report further states that Martínez appeared accompanied by professors who, according to allegations, face criminal complaints and investigations for alleged gender-based violence. The article stresses that these accusations must be corroborated and distinguished from any legally proven responsibility.
Roberto Alpízar also obtained his registration certificate and appeared accompanied by students and professors, as did Erick Velázquez, who has sought to lead the academic body on several occasions.
The article concludes that the election should serve as an example of respect for the institution, legality and commitment to university life, but that the process has begun surrounded by questions that could divert attention from the faculty’s academic future. It calls on the university community to review and compare each aspirant’s proposals and work plans over the coming four-year term.
