Over 400 Members of the Academic Community Wrote to the Senate of the University of Novi Sad Due to Objections to the Re-election of Professor Vladimir Mihić
More than 420 members of the academic community of the University of Novi Sad sent a letter to the members of the Senate of this university regarding the upcoming decision on the re-election of associate professor Vladimir Mihić.
TL;DR
- More than 420 academics from the University of Novi Sad have petitioned the Senate regarding the re-election of Professor Vladimir Mihić.
- Objections to Mihić's re-election suggest the introduction of criteria beyond established academic standards.
- The dean of DIF filed two objections, citing Mihić's public support for activities that led to the blockade of higher education institutions.
- The letter argues that Mihić's teaching quality is being challenged based on newly introduced, unclear criteria not applied universally.
- Signatories stress the importance of clear, consistently applied academic standards for professional development and trust in the system.
- The academics call for consistency in applying the University's Statute and Regulations to ensure fairness and uphold academic integrity.