Mathematics Pedagogy student receives fund to strengthen student coexistence and well-being

The Faculty of Education announced the project “PEM + PEB-PEI Intergenerational Games” as the winner of the 2024 Competitive Fund. This initiative, led by Benjamín Ruminot Contreras, a student of Pedagogy in Secondary Education (PEM) in Mathematics, was selected for its contribution to university coexistence, inclusion and student well-being, aligning with the values ​​of the faculty.

The “Intergenerational Games” project consists of a mixed football championship that promotes the integration of students from different generations and teaching careers, including Pedagogy in Secondary Education (PEM), Pedagogy in Basic Education (PEB) and Pedagogy in English for Basic and Secondary Education (PEI). With five mixed teams, the event seeks to strengthen camaraderie and interaction between future teachers, through a unique and enriching sports space.

Benjamin Ruminot explains that the main objective of the tournament is "Create a meeting point between the PEM generations and other teaching programs, fostering a healthy university coexistence.". In addition, it highlights that this activity promotes values ​​such as inclusion, gender equality, physical and mental well-being, and the strengthening of interpersonal ties. Participants will also be able to develop key skills such as leadership and teamwork.

Each match of the tournament will last one hour, divided into two 20-minute periods. To assess the impact and the possibility of replicating this initiative in the future, surveys and evaluations of participants will be carried out, collecting data that will allow the identification of successes and areas for improvement.

The project has the support of the Head of the Physical Education Pedagogy Degree, Constance Kameid, who helped reduce court rental costs, thus facilitating the holding of the tournament.

“We appreciate and celebrate our students’ commitment to building an inclusive community, focused on the well-being and integral development of its members”Said John Williams, Assistant Director of Student Development.

With this initiative, the UC School of Education reaffirms its commitment to fostering student coexistence, promoting an educational environment where student leadership and active participation are pillars of personal and professional growth.