During the political-cultural ceremony, Erika Navarrete, a professor of Economic and Administrative Sciences, noted that the university remembers Che as a historical figurehead in the struggles for peace, social justice, and humanity.

Navarrete stated that the revolutionary’s legacy remains alive and is recognized in Nicaragua for his contributions to grassroots struggles and ideals of social transformation.

Meanwhile, student Emily Villegas highlighted Guevara’s contribution to the Cuban Revolution and his influence on revolutionary movements across Latin America.

“Ernesto Che Guevara is one of the symbols of the Latin American peoples’ revolution,” the young woman said, referring to the enduring relevance of his ideas and life’s work.

Additionally, Nestor Diaz, a member of the Sandinista Youth, emphasized that Che represents an example of revolutionary commitment and conviction, noting that he practiced medicine before dedicating his life to political struggle.

Ernesto Guevara, known worldwide as Che, was assassinated on October 9, 1967, in La Higuera, Bolivia. He remains a key historical figure of the Cuban Revolution and Latin American revolutionary struggles.

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