SerbiaThe article discusses the recent increase in interest for studying at the University of Belgrade (UB), despite ongoing negative campaigns by government representatives and state-aligned media. While the university has been among the top two percent globally, it had seen a decline in applicants over the past few years. This trend reversed in the current academic year, with 17,022 high school graduates applying—over 1,000 more than the previous year. The rise occurred amid demographic challenges, including a declining birth rate, and intense criticism from political figures such as Minister Darko Glišić, who warned against enrolling children in 'blockade' faculties. President Aleksandar Vučić also criticized the university system, targeting rector Vladan Đokić. Student representatives were also attacked, with ministers like Boris Bratina and Ana Brnabić issuing controversial statements. Despite this hostile environment, the university’s deputy rector Dejan Filipović expressed surprise at the increased interest and noted the positive development.
Procjena pristranosti (Lijevo): The article frames the negative campaign against the University of Belgrade as politically motivated, highlighting statements from left-leaning political figures such as President Aleksandar Vučić and criticizes the government's attacks on students and academics. It emphasizes the hostility from the
Zašto ove ocjene (Činjenice 85 · Objektivnost 60): The article reports on increased interest at the University of Belgrade despite negative campaigns, citing specific statistics like 17,022 applicants and a 1,000 increase from the previous year. It references the government minister’s controversial statements but does not provide full context or cou
