Reflections on the 50th Anniversary of the 25 April Revolution

Universidade Lusófona had the honor of welcoming Professor José Bragança de Miranda, rector of the institution, for a special interview that delved into the depths of the last 50 years since the Revolution of April 25, 1974 and its transformative impact on the context Portuguese university student.

Fundamental questions were raised, including the governance structure of higher education institutions before and after the 25th of April, the impact of political changes on educational policies and the role of ULusófona in promoting academic freedom and pluralist debate since then .

Professor José Bragança de Miranda highlighted the importance of democratizing access to higher education, reformulating academic curricula and promoting freedom of thought as fundamental milestones after April 25, reflecting on how these principles continue to be fundamental for ULusófona's mission today.

The special interview offered a fascinating insight into the history, present and future of Universidade Lusófona, highlighting its ongoing commitment to academic excellence and the promotion of democratic values in Portugal and beyond its borders.