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The term 'rector' is exclusively derived from Greek, signifying a 'teacher' in academic contexts.
Answer: False
The source identifies the term 'rector' as originating from Latin, meaning 'ruler,' and notes its use for a senior official in educational institutions, not exclusively a 'teacher' from Greek.
What is the primary meaning of the Latin root for the term 'rector'?
Answer: Ruler
The source indicates that the term 'rector' originates from Latin, meaning 'ruler.'
Which of the following regions is NOT explicitly mentioned as commonly using the title 'rector' for university officials?
Answer: Sub-Saharan Africa
The source lists Latin American countries, Benelux countries, and Scandinavia as regions where 'rector' is commonly used, but Sub-Saharan Africa is not mentioned.
In Portugal, all university rectors are formally addressed as 'Magnificent Rector,' regardless of the university's historical foundation.
Answer: False
The source indicates that while 'Magnificent Rector' is common, universities historically approved by the Pope have a specific address including the rector's name, while others are 'Excelentíssimo Senhor Reitor,' showing a distinction.
In Spain, the Rector of the University of Salamanca is uniquely styled with a more elaborate academic protocol due to its historical significance.
Answer: True
The source confirms that the Rector of the University of Salamanca is styled with a more elaborate academic protocol due to its historical significance as the oldest on the Iberian Peninsula.
The honorary Latin titles 'rector magnificus' and 'rectrix magnifica' are exclusively used by older Swedish universities like Uppsala and Lund.
Answer: False
The source indicates that while older Swedish universities use these titles, younger universities have also begun using them in formal settings, meaning they are not exclusively used by older institutions.
What event does the image of Rector Lubomír Dvořák at Palacký University illustrate?
Answer: An inauguration ceremony
The image depicts the inauguration ceremony of Lubomír Dvořák as the Rector of Palacký University Olomouc.
How are rectors formally addressed in the Czech Republic?
Answer: Your Magnificence Rector
Rectors in the Czech Republic are formally addressed as 'Your Magnificence Rector,' or 'Vaše Magnificence pane rektore.'
What is the traditional formal address for a 'Rektor' in Germany?
Answer: Your Magnificence
The source states that a 'Rektor' in Germany is traditionally addressed as 'Magnifizenz' (Your Magnificence).
What is a ceremonial duty of the 'Rector Magnificus' in Dutch universities?
Answer: Presiding over ceremonial PhD defenses
The source lists presiding over ceremonial PhD defenses as a ceremonial duty of the 'Rector Magnificus' in Dutch universities.
What is the formal address for rectors in Poland?
Answer: Your Magnificence
Rectors in Poland are formally addressed as 'Jego/Jej Magnificencja' (His/Her Magnificence).
According to Spanish law, what is the legally mandated formal address for all rectors?
Answer: Señor Rector Magnífico
The source states that in Spain, all rectors must be addressed as 'Señor Rector Magnífico' according to law.
A 'rektor' in the Czech Republic can serve for an unlimited number of consecutive four-year terms.
Answer: False
The source states that a 'rektor' in the Czech Republic may serve for a maximum of two consecutive four-year terms.
In Italy, the 'rettore' is elected by an electoral body that includes all full and associate professors, researchers, and representatives of staff, students, and PhD students.
Answer: True
The source confirms that in Italy, the 'rettore' is elected by an electoral body that includes full and associate professors, researchers, and representatives of staff, students, and PhD students.
The term of office for an Italian 'rettore' is five years, and they are formally greeted as 'Illustrissimo Rettore.'
Answer: False
The source states that the term of office for an Italian 'rettore' is six years, and they are formally greeted as 'Magnifico Rettore,' not 'Illustrissimo Rettore.'
In Norway, the rector is always democratically elected by all academic employees, students, and non-academic employees, without any alternative appointment methods.
Answer: False
While traditionally elected, the source indicates that since 2016, Norwegian institutions have the option to choose between an elected or an appointed rector, meaning it is not *always* democratically elected without alternatives.
In Poland, a 'rektor' must hold at least a master's degree and can serve for a maximum of three consecutive four-year terms in public universities.
Answer: False
The source states that a Polish 'rektor' must hold at least a doctoral degree, not a master's, and may not serve more than two consecutive four-year terms in public universities.
To become a 'Rector Magnífico' in Spain, an individual must be a full professor and have held a doctoral degree for at least three years.
Answer: False
The source states that a 'Rector Magnífico' in Spain must have held a doctoral degree for at least six years, not three.
Spanish law mandates that student votes account for exactly 20% in the election of rectors, with no possibility of adjustment.
Answer: False
The source indicates that while student votes usually account for 20%, Spanish law allows these percentages to be adjusted or for an indirect election system to be used, meaning it's not an exact, unadjustable mandate.
Rectors in Spain hold office for four years, and there is no legal limit to the number of re-election terms, though most serve no more than two or three.
Answer: True
The source confirms that rectors in Spain hold office for four years and there is no legal limit to re-election terms, though most serve no more than two or three.
In Sweden, 'rektors' of state-run colleges and universities are directly elected by the institution's board without government involvement.
Answer: False
The source states that in Sweden, 'rektors' are formally appointed by the government (cabinet), based on the advice of the institution's board, not directly elected by the board without government involvement.
In Indonesian public universities, the education minister's decision for rector appointment is always based on the majority vote of the university senate.
Answer: False
The source clarifies that in Indonesian public universities, the education minister's final decision for rector appointment is *not necessarily* based on the majority vote of the university senate, even though the senate selects a pool of candidates.
Who is responsible for electing the rector in modern Austrian universities?
Answer: The university council
The source states that in modern Austrian universities, the rector is elected by the university council.
What is the maximum number of consecutive terms a 'rektor' can serve in the Czech Republic?
Answer: Two terms
The source states that a 'rektor' in the Czech Republic may serve for a maximum of two consecutive terms.
What is the term length for an Italian 'rettore'?
Answer: Six years
The source states that the term of office for an Italian 'rettore' is six years.
How has the election system for rectors in Norway changed since 2016?
Answer: Institutions have the option to choose between an elected or an appointed rector.
The source indicates that since 2016, Norwegian institutions have the option to choose between an elected or an appointed rector.
What is a qualification required for a 'Rector Magnífico' in Spain?
Answer: Must have held a doctoral degree for at least six years
The source states that to become a 'Rector Magnífico' in Spain, an individual must have held a doctoral degree for at least six years.
In the weighted voting system for electing rectors in Spanish universities, what percentage do student votes usually account for?
Answer: 20%
The source indicates that in the weighted voting system for electing rectors in Spanish universities, student votes usually account for 20%.
Who formally appoints 'rektors' of state-run colleges and universities in Sweden?
Answer: The government (cabinet)
The source states that in Sweden, 'rektors' of state-run colleges and universities are formally appointed by the government (cabinet).
How is the rector selected in Indonesian public universities (PTN-BH)?
Answer: Election by the university's board of trustees
The source states that for autonomous public universities (PTN-BH) in Indonesia, the rector is elected by the university's board of trustees.
Historically, rectors of capital universities in all 'Crown lands' of the Austrian Empire were granted a seat in federal state parliaments.
Answer: False
The source indicates that a seat in federal state parliaments was reserved for rectors of capital universities in *a few* 'Crown lands' of the Austrian Empire, not all.
Modern Austrian universities are led by a rectorate, which includes a rector elected by the university council, serving as the chief executive officer.
Answer: True
The source confirms that modern Austrian universities are led by a rectorate, with the rector elected by the university council and serving as the chief executive officer.
In Belgium, both French-speaking and Dutch-speaking universities use the title 'recteur' for their head.
Answer: False
The source specifies that French-speaking universities in Belgium use 'recteur,' while Dutch-speaking universities use 'rector,' not 'recteur' for both.
Jiřina Popelová was the first female Rector of a Czech university, appointed in 1950 at Palacký University of Olomouc.
Answer: True
The source confirms that Jiřina Popelová of Palacký University of Olomouc became the first female Rector in 1950.
In Denmark, the title 'rektor' is exclusively used for the heads of universities.
Answer: False
The source indicates that in Denmark, 'rektor' is used for the heads of universities, gymnasiums, and schools of commerce and construction, not exclusively for universities.
In Finland, a 'rector' (rehtori) is always the head of a university, while 'chancellor' (kansleri) is used for primary schools.
Answer: False
The source clarifies that in Finland, 'rector' (rehtori) is used for heads of sufficiently large primary or secondary schools, while 'chancellor' (kansleri) is used for the head of *some* universities.
A German 'Präsident' must be a professor elected by the university's Senate, unlike a 'Rektor.'
Answer: False
The source states that a German 'Rektor' is traditionally elected by the Senate from among professors, while a 'Präsident' does not necessarily need to be a professor or university member prior to appointment.
The 'rectorate' in German universities is a collegiate leadership body that includes the 'Rektor,' 'pro-rectors,' and the university's 'chancellor.'
Answer: True
The source confirms that the 'rectorate' in German universities is a collegiate leadership body comprising the 'Rektor,' 'pro-rectors,' and the university's 'chancellor.'
In Dutch universities, the 'Rector Magnificus' is a full professor responsible for scientific vision and quality, and presides over ceremonial PhD defenses.
Answer: True
The source confirms that in Dutch universities, the 'Rector Magnificus' is a full professor responsible for scientific vision and quality, and presides over ceremonial PhD defenses.
The term 'rector' for a university chancellor in Russia was introduced in 1961, replacing the previous title 'director.'
Answer: True
The source confirms that in Russia, the term 'rector' for a university chancellor was introduced in 1961, replacing the previous title 'director.'
In which historical context did university rectors in certain Austrian 'Crown lands' hold a seat in federal state parliaments?
Answer: In the Austrian Empire
The source specifies that this historical political role for rectors occurred in the Austrian Empire.
What title do French-speaking universities in Belgium use for their head?
Answer: Recteur
The source specifies that French-speaking universities in Belgium use the title 'recteur' for their head.
Who was the first female Rector of a Czech university?
Answer: Jiřina Popelová
The source identifies Jiřina Popelová of Palacký University of Olomouc as the first female Rector in 1950.
In Denmark, what is the title for the second-ranked official of governance in universities?
Answer: Prorektor
The source states that in Denmark, the second-ranked official of governance in universities is known as 'prorektor.'
What is the title for the head of some Finnish universities?
Answer: Chancellor (kansleri)
The source indicates that for some Finnish universities, the head is called a 'chancellor' (kansleri).
Which body is NOT typically part of the 'rectorate' in German universities?
Answer: The student council president
The source defines the German 'rectorate' as comprising the 'Rektor,' 'pro-rectors,' and the university's 'chancellor,' but does not include the student council president.
In Germany, what is the official title for the principal of an elementary school?
Answer: Rektor
The source states that in Germany, 'Rektor' is the official title for the principal or headmaster of an elementary school.
For what institutions in Iceland is the term 'rektor' used?
Answer: Universities and some gymnasia
The source indicates that the term 'rektor' in Iceland is used for the headmaster or headmistress of both Icelandic universities and some gymnasia (secondary schools).
In the Netherlands, what is the title for the principal of a high school?
Answer: Rector
The source states that in the Netherlands, the principal of a high school is called a 'rector.'
What is the equivalent position to a 'rektor' in Polish military higher education institutions?
Answer: Komendant
The source states that in Polish military higher education institutions, the equivalent position to a 'rektor' is called 'komendant' (commander).
When was the term 'rector' introduced for a university chancellor in Russia?
Answer: 1961
The source states that the term 'rector' for a university chancellor in Russia was introduced in 1961.
In England, the title 'rector' is commonly used for the chief executive of all federal or collegiate universities.
Answer: False
The source clarifies that in England, 'rector' is typically used for leaders of *non-university institutions* or heads of *specific colleges within* federal/collegiate universities, not for the chief executive of *all* such universities.
Imperial College London simplified its head's title to 'president' in 2014, formally replacing the previous 'rector' title.
Answer: True
The source confirms that Imperial College London simplified its head's title to 'president' in 2014, formally replacing the 'rector' title after an earlier split role.
In Scottish ancient universities, the rector is elected every three years by all matriculated students and staff.
Answer: False
The source states that rectors are elected every three years, but only at the University of Edinburgh are they elected by both students and staff; at others (Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow, St Andrews), they are elected by matriculated students only.
Since the Higher Education Governance (Scotland) Act 2016, the Scottish rector's primary responsibility is to chair the university court meetings.
Answer: False
The source indicates that since the 2016 Act, the rector only opens and closes court meetings, with the senior lay member chairing the actual business, changing the historical primary responsibility.
The principal of a Scottish ancient university holds the combined title of 'principal and vice-chancellor,' with the authority as chief executive vested in the office of principal.
Answer: True
The source confirms that the principal of a Scottish ancient university holds the combined title 'principal and vice-chancellor,' and the authority as chief executive is vested in the office of principal.
A 'rector's assessor' in Scotland is typically a faculty member appointed by the rector to oversee academic standards.
Answer: False
The source states that a 'rector's assessor' is typically a student nominated by the rector to serve as a voting member of the university court, representing student interests, not a faculty member overseeing academic standards.
In Canadian francophone universities like Université de Montréal, the head of the institution is referred to as 'recteur' or 'rectrice.'
Answer: True
The source confirms that Quebec's francophone universities, such as Université de Montréal and Université Laval, use 'recteur' or 'rectrice' for their institutional head.
At Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario, the 'rector' is a member of the faculty elected to work alongside the chancellor and principal.
Answer: False
The source specifies that at Queen's University, the 'rector' is a member of the *student body* elected to work alongside the chancellor and principal, not a faculty member.
In Australia, the term 'rector' is commonly used for the executive head of all major universities.
Answer: False
The source states that the term 'rector' is uncommon for the executive head of Australian universities, who are typically called 'Vice-Chancellor' or 'President,' but is used for heads of residential colleges or subordinate campuses.
In New Zealand, the use of 'rector' for headmasters of some boys' schools reflects historical Scottish influence.
Answer: True
The source confirms that in New Zealand, the use of 'rector' for headmasters of certain schools reflects the historical involvement of Scots in their foundation.
Which of the following English universities uses 'rector' for a ceremonial head?
Answer: Brunel University London
The source identifies Brunel University London as using the title 'rector' for a ceremonial head.
In which Scottish universities are rectors elected by matriculated students only (excluding staff)?
Answer: University of Glasgow, St Andrews, Aberdeen, and Dundee
The source states that rectors are elected by matriculated students only at the Universities of Aberdeen, Dundee, Glasgow, and St Andrews.
What is the primary function of a 'rector's assessor' in Scottish universities?
Answer: To serve as a voting member of the university court, representing student interests
The source states that a 'rector's assessor' serves as a voting member of the university court, representing student interests.
Which Canadian university has a 'rector' who is a member of the student body?
Answer: Queen's University
The source specifies that at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario, the 'rector' refers to a member of the student body.
In Australian academic institutions, for what specific role is the term 'rector' used?
Answer: Head of subordinate and geographically separate university campuses
The source indicates that in Australian academic institutions, 'rector' designates the head of subordinate and geographically separate university campuses, and also some residential colleges and private boys' schools.
In New Zealand, the use of 'rector' for headmasters of certain schools reflects the historical involvement of which group?
Answer: Scots
The source states that in New Zealand, the use of 'rector' for headmasters of certain schools reflects the historical involvement of Scots in their foundation.
In Mexico, the 'rector' is the highest authority in most national, state, and private universities, with individual faculties managed by 'directors.'
Answer: True
The source confirms that in Mexico, the 'rector' is the highest authority in most universities, and individual schools and faculties are managed by 'directors.'
The rector of the National Autonomous University of Mexico (UNAM) holds a position of significant academic and political authority within the country.
Answer: True
The source highlights that the rector of UNAM is an important figure of academic authority, with the office being a highly contested political position, and former rectors often transitioning into public service.
Thomas Jefferson served as the first rector of the College of William and Mary, beginning in 1819.
Answer: False
The source states that Thomas Jefferson served as the first rector of the *University of Virginia*, beginning in 1819, not the College of William and Mary.
At the University of Notre Dame in the US, the title 'rector' is used for those in charge of individual residence halls.
Answer: True
The source confirms that at the University of Notre Dame, the title 'rector' is used for those in charge of individual residence halls.
During Japan's Tokugawa shogunate, the rector of Edo's Confucian Academy held the hereditary title 'Daigaku-no kami,' meaning 'Head of the State University.'
Answer: True
The source confirms that during Japan's Tokugawa shogunate, the rector of Edo's Confucian Academy held the hereditary title 'Daigaku-no kami,' meaning 'Head of the State University.'
After a royal order in 1865, the Rector Magnificus of the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines gained authority over all primary education institutions.
Answer: False
The source states that after a royal order in 1865, the Rector Magnificus of the University of Santo Tomas gained authority over *secondary and higher education*, not all primary education institutions.
Thammasat University in Thailand uses the term 'rector' due to its strong historical ties to the British education system.
Answer: False
The source indicates that Thammasat University in Thailand uses 'rector' due to its tradition associated with the *French* education system, not the British.
In Mexico, who manages individual schools and faculties (Facultades) below the rector's authority?
Answer: Directors
The source states that in Mexico, individual schools and faculties (Facultades) are managed by 'directors' below the rector's authority.
Which US state commonly uses 'Rector' to designate the presiding officer of a university's Board of Visitors or Board of Trustees?
Answer: Virginia
The source indicates that Virginia commonly uses the term 'Rector' to designate the presiding officer of a university's Board of Visitors or Board of Trustees.
At the University of Notre Dame in the US, what is the role of a 'rector'?
Answer: Head of individual residence halls
The source states that at the University of Notre Dame, the title 'rector' is used for those in charge of individual residence halls.
During Japan's Tokugawa shogunate, what was the honorific title for the rector of Edo's Confucian Academy?
Answer: Daigaku-no kami
The source states that during Japan's Tokugawa shogunate, the rector of Edo's Confucian Academy held the honorific title 'Daigaku-no kami.'
After a royal order in 1865, the Rector Magnificus of the University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines gained power over which educational levels?
Answer: Secondary and higher education
The source indicates that after a royal order in 1865, the Rector Magnificus of the University of Santo Tomas gained power to direct and supervise all secondary and higher education institutions in the Philippines.
Thammasat University in Thailand uses the term 'rector' due to its association with which education system?
Answer: French
The source states that Thammasat University in Thailand uses the term 'rector' due to its tradition associated with the French education system.
In the United States, the highest-ranking academic administrative officer is typically called a 'president,' while in the United Kingdom, it's a 'vice-chancellor.'
Answer: True
The source states that in the United States, the highest-ranking officer is often a 'president,' and in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth, the chief executive is typically a 'vice-chancellor,' contrasting with the 'rector' title used elsewhere.
A 'rector emeritus' is an official who temporarily performs the functions of a rector.
Answer: False
The source defines a 'rector emeritus' as a rector who has resigned but retains the honorary title, while a 'pro-rector' temporarily performs the functions of a rector.
A 'vice-rector' always serves as the de facto head of a university, even if a 'recteur' title is honorary.
Answer: False
The source states that in *some cases*, like the Parisian Sorbonne until 1920, a 'vice-recteur' acted as the de facto head when the 'recteur' title was honorary, but this is not an 'always' scenario.
In the United Kingdom and Commonwealth of Nations, what is the typical title for a university's chief executive?
Answer: Vice-Chancellor
The source states that in the United Kingdom and Commonwealth of Nations, a university's chief executive is typically referred to as a 'vice-chancellor.'
What is the definition of a 'pro-rector' in academic administration?
Answer: An official who temporarily performs the functions typically fulfilled by a rector
The source defines a 'pro-rector' as an official who temporarily performs the functions typically fulfilled by a rector.