Sandro Nuno Ferreira de Serpa - Honorary Degree Conferment
We proudly celebrate the remarkable achievement of Goran Pavlović, who has been awarded the prestigious Doctor of Technological Management with a major in Cybersecurity and Risk Management (Honoris Causa). This honorary degree was conferred by the Oceania Polytechnic and Technological University in Niue (New Zealand), on the 16th of March, 2025.
Dr. Sandro Nuno Ferreira de Serpa
Doctor of Science (Honoris Causa)
Oceania Polytechnic and Technological University
November 13, 2024
Biography
Dr. Sandro Serpa is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sociology at the University of the Azores (UAc), Portugal. . He earned his PhD in Education, specializing in Sociology of Education, from UAc in 2013.
Dr. Serpa has demonstrated a strong commitment to higher education throughout his career. Dr. Serpa has served in various positions at UAc, including Head of the Department of Sociology.
Dr. Serpa actively contributes to scholarly communication. Dr. Serpa maintains a distinguished research profile, evidenced by over 370 publications in international journals, books and other scientific outlets across a wide range of countries: Brazil, Canada, China, United Arab Emirates, Germany, India, Kazakhstan, Netherlands, Pakistan, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Switzerland, Turkiye, United Kingdom, United States of America.
Dr. Serpa's dedication to fostering a positive learning environment is evident. He continuously strives to enhance his teaching methods, promoting a student-centered approach that provides a holistic education for an ever-evolving society. He emphasizes the importance of integrating academic knowledge with service to the university and society at large.