Félix Antonio Ulloa

Félix Antonio Ulloa was a prominent Salvadoran engineer and academic who served as the rector of the University of El Salvador during a tumultuous period in the country's history. Known for his unwavering commitment to academic freedom and social justice, Ulloa became a martyr after being assassinated in 1980 for his fierce defense of university autonomy against the repressive military regime. His legacy includes significant contributions to higher education in El Salvador, particularly in promoting research and cultural development.