# Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro rector election > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/universidad-autnoma-de-quertaro-rector-election > Updated: 2026-10-19T18:23:36.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 3. The Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro (UAQ) has moved from the candidate registration phase to the active voting stage of its rector reelection process. Following the registration of four candidates—incumbent Silvia Amaya Llano, Rodrigo Miguel González Sánchez, Elena Gutiérrez Franco, and Rosalba Galván Pichardo—the university held elections to determine leadership for the next three years. During the voting process, Edgar Pérez González, president of the University Council Electoral Commission, reported that “no serious incidents have occurred.” While some polling stations experienced minor delays in opening and there were slight discrepancies regarding voter registration, the commission addressed these issues. The election utilized 57 polling stations managed by 228 electoral commission members. Current rector Silvia Amaya Llano encouraged students, faculty, and the broader university community to participate in the democratic process. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-19: Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro holds rector elections The Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro (UAQ) is holding elections for its Rectory, with officials reporting a peaceful process and urging high community participation. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universidad-autnoma-de-quertaro-holds-rector-elections ### 2026-10-01: Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro begins rector election process Four candidates have registered to run for the Rectory of the Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro (UAQ), focusing on themes of autonomy, transparency, and labor conditions. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/universidad-autnoma-de-quertaro-begins-rector-election-process ### 2026-09-28: UAQ launches rector election process amid Morena internal disputes The UAQ is launching its rector reelection process in Querétaro, while Morena faces internal disputes in Zacatecas over recent leadership designations and selection methodologies. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uaq-launches-rector-election-process-amid-morena-internal-disputes --- Cite as: Universidad Autónoma de Querétaro rector election. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/universidad-autnoma-de-quertaro-rector-election