A new academic horizon
Entry into college is often visualized as a key moment in the life of a young person, usually around the age of 18. However, the educational reality offers a much more diverse panorama, where learning can begin at any stage of life, even beyond the age of 60. For many, the university becomes a space not only for vocational training, but also for personal growth and intellectual rediscovery.
Life stories at the URV
Currently, 21 students over 65 are enrolled at Rovira i Virgili University (URV), following the same academic path as their younger colleagues. These students meet the access requirements, examine and aspire to obtain their title, showing that learning has no age limits.
An alternative approach: Citizen URV
At the same time, the Citizen URV program allows more than 40 students over 60 to access higher education in a more flexible way, without the obligation of exams or titles. This initiative seeks to democratize learning and open the university doors at all ages, reflecting a commitment to life throughout life.
An Academic Itinerary to Meas
The program, managed by the Office of Equality and Social Commitment (OICS), offers more than 150 subjects of varying degrees. Jordi Diloli, Vice -Rector for Social Commitment and Sustainability, claims that the aim is to make the training accessible to everyone, regardless of their educational career.
Experiences that inspire
Carme Rangil, a 70 -year -old retired teacher, has returned to the classroom with a renewed passion. By pursuing subjects such as ‘Photography, Cinema and Cultural Heritage’, his experience has been a trip of rediscovery. Despite challenges such as adaptation to technology, it emphasizes the importance of learning in an intergenerational environment.
A learning without haste
Maria Cristina Marcos, 63, shares a similar experience. After his retirement, he decided that it was time to study again. Her classroom experience has been enriching, with a welcoming atmosphere that has allowed her to explore the economy without the pressure of demonstrating anything.
It’s never late to reinvent yourself
Primitivo Gutiérrez, a 62 -year -old chemical engineer, represents the determination of those looking for a new academic path. Registered in history, he has found that learning can be a engine of life at any stage, challenging the stereotypes associated with age.
Reflections on intergenerational learning
His experience emphasizes the importance of communication and intergenerational knowledge, with a critical view of the digital skills of new generations. Gutiérrez emphasizes that learning is not old and that the barriers we impose are often self -imposed.
A future full of opportunities
The experiences of these students exemplify that it is never too late to learn. The university thus becomes a space not only of academic training, but also of personal growth, where each person can draw their own path of learning, regardless of age.
