Slovak University Erects Statues of Living Leaders, Drawing Comparisons to Trump

A Slovak university has erected statues of its living officials outside its campus, sparking debate about the appropriateness of memorializing people who are still alive. An expert has drawn comparisons to former US President Donald Trump, suggesting the move reflects ego and self-aggrandizement. The university's founder, however, defended the statues as a reflection of people's admiration for the institution's leadership. The controversy highlights broader questions about institutional culture and the appropriate ways to honor academic leaders in Slovakia's higher education system.