Universidade para todos: desafios e perspectivas da acessibilidade e sustentabilidade no nordeste paraense

Abstract

This study aimed to analyze the perception of evening course students in Administration, Accounting and Literature at the Federal Rural University of the Amazon (UFRA), Tomé-Açu campus, regarding institutional practices of accessibility and sustainability. A mixed-method approach was used, combining quantitative procedures (a structured questionnaire applied to 97 students) and qualitative analysis (a semi-structured interview with a student with a disability). Data were examined through descriptive statistics, principal component factor analysis, and content analysis. The results revealed three central factors: Infrastructure and Inclusion Support, Sustainability and Environmental Practices, and Institutional Governance and Transparency. Students expressed a critical view of the effectiveness of institutional actions, particularly regarding physical infrastructure, institutional communication, and resource allocation. The study concludes that, despite the existence of formal policies and guidelines, there is a gap between regulatory intentions and practical effectiveness, highlighting the need for continuous investment, active listening, and more transparent and integrated practices.