The ESHTE Students’ Association Takes Office

On 27 October, at 6:00 p.m., the Estoril Higher Institute for Tourism and Hotel Studies hosted the inauguration ceremony of the governing bodies of the ESHTE Students’ Association, elected for the 2026/2027 term.

The event brought together representatives of the academic community, partner entities, several student and sports organisations, and invited institutional partners, highlighting the importance of the student association movement and its contribution to the dynamism of academic life.

During the ceremony, speeches were delivered by the President of ESHTE, Carlos Brandão; the Councillor for Youth of Cascais City Council, Pedro Morais Soares; and the President of the Lisbon Academic Federation, Pedro Monteiro. In their addresses, the speakers underlined the significant role that AEESHTE has played in recent years, highlighting its work on behalf of students, its close relationship with the academic community, and its ability to promote initiatives that strengthen participation, representation, and academic spirit.

The re-elected President of AEESHTE, Rodrigo Monteiro, reaffirmed in his speech his commitment to continuing the work carried out so far, maintaining as priorities the defence of students’ interests and the strengthening of the relationship between the Association, the academic community, and its various partners.

At the end of the ceremony, AEESHTE offered all guests a coffee break at Restaurante Descobertas, providing an opportunity for socialising and sharing among those present. The ceremony was a moment of recognition of the ESHTE Students’ Association’s journey and of renewed dedication to the active participation of students in the life of the institution.