The University of La Serena has suspended in-person classes for today and has activated its security protocol.

National: According to a statement, the measure was taken "due to the emergence of new information that could affect the safety of students, academics, and staff." Comments: The University of La Serena announced the suspension of in-person classes for this Tuesday, May 12th, due to "new information that could affect the safety of students, academics, and staff," thereby activating its institutional "security protocol" in coordination with the relevant authorities. According to the statement, academic and administrative activities at the university will be conducted remotely, "with the exception of those related to the Limarí Campus and the Department of Music." "The University has filed the corresponding formal report and will make all available information available for the investigations by the competent authorities. In addition, the Institution will take the administrative and criminal actions that are appropriate against those found responsible," the statement said. Furthermore, they indicated that, in addition to these measures, they will also implement "reinforced access control for pedestrians and vehicles in all campuses," allowing only the entry of duly authorized or invited individuals. "The situation will continue to be monitored permanently, and any relevant updates will be communicated promptly," they added. More about: National, University of La Serena, Education, Threat.