The Wonkhe Show Portugal special
Apr 25, 2025
In this lively discussion, Gary Hughes, CEO at Durham SU, shares insights on university architecture and student mobility in Portugal. Khadiza Hossein, VP Education at UWE SU, dives into the challenges of faculty conflicts and effective teaching methods in Lisbon. Emillia Zirker, Student Representation Officer at Lincoln SU, reflects on student life and unique traditions in Portuguese universities, including creative rituals tied to graduation. They explore the dynamic landscape of higher education, offering a glimpse into cultural practices and innovative student-led initiatives.
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Use Soft Power for Faculty Conflicts
- University leadership uses soft power and negotiation to resolve conflicts between autonomous faculties.
- Collaborative course offerings require cooperation for success, as seen with a joint course example in Lisbon.
Interdisciplinary Credits in Lisbon
- Universities in Lisbon allow interdisciplinary modules for engineering students to earn credit in humanities.
- This interdisciplinary approach supports graduates having wider knowledge and better skills.
Students Already Talk Education
- Student organizations exist naturally at every level, and people already talk about their education if listened to.
- Efforts to artificially create student discussion often ignore existing grassroots conversations.