Masked students attempt UAEMéx rectoría takeover during gratuity talks

A protest at the Universidad Autónoma del Estado de México (UAEMéx) escalated on Thursday when rectora Martha Patricia Zarza Delgado reported that a group of masked individuals attempted to forcibly enter the rectoría building while parallel dialogue sessions on tuition gratuity were underway. Source: mileniomx

What happened

The dialogue, lasting over three hours, failed to produce agreements on the gradual implementation of gratuity, discounts on tuition fees, and other demands such as free administrative procedures and improved infrastructure. Source: heraldomx Students expressed frustration over the lack of progress and alleged that the call for participation in the dialogue was not widely disseminated, limiting representation. Source: heraldomx

Key demands

• Full gratuity of tuition, with a 12% discount extended beyond the 2026-A period. Source: mileniomx
• Free administrative services like certificates and academic transcripts. Source: heraldomx
• Better infrastructure, including water and transportation (Potrobús). Source: mileniomx Authorities insist that gratuity must be gradual due to budget constraints. Source: mileniomx

The reaction

Rectora Zarza condemned the attempted intrusion, calling it “inadmissible” and stating that such actions undermine peaceful dialogue. Source: mileniomx She assured that security for workers is a priority and that dialogue remains open. Source: heraldomx Student protesters stated they are not ruling out a takeover but will prioritize dialogue and submit any decision to a community vote. Source: mileniomx