The UIS Brings Together Voices from the Countryside at the “Roots of Our Land” Gathering
Ana Paola Mora Vergara, a professor affiliated with the School of Nutrition and Dietetics, served as moderator for the panel “The Human Right to Food and Food Sovereignty,” held as part of the “Roots of Our Land” farmers’ gathering, held on June 18 and 19, 2026, in Neomundo and at MERCORED’s Center for Peasant Empowerment. […]
UIS Graduate Is the New Manager of San Juan de Dios Hospital in Betulia
Jorge Arturo Duarte Prada, a graduate of the Nutrition and Dietetics program, is the new manager of the E.S.E. San Juan de Dios Hospital in Betulia. Dr. Duarte Prada is also a specialist in Project Management and embodies the values of commitment, social responsibility, leadership, and dedication to service that guide the education of our […]
Salud UIS Maintains Its Category B Ranking in Publindex 2026
The journal Salud UIS maintains its Category B ranking in the preliminary results of the Call for Classification and Recognition of National Scientific Journals—Publindex 2026, a recognition that reaffirms the quality, relevance, and impact of its editorial work in the dissemination of scientific knowledge. This significant achievement is the result of the commitment and coordinated […]
Three programs at the UIS School of Health rank first nationally in the 2025 Saber Pro exams
The academic excellence of the School of Health at the Industrial University of Santander was once again confirmed by the results of the 2025 Saber Pro exams, in which three of its programs ranked first nationally in their respective fields of study: Nutrition and Dietetics, Medicine, and Microbiology and Bioanalysis. The Saber Pro exams, considered […]
UIS School of Nutrition and Dietetics Ranks First Nationally in the 2025 Saber Pro Exams
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Industrial University of Santander ranked first nationally in the 2025 Saber Pro exams, out of 37 institutions evaluated, establishing itself as a benchmark for academic excellence in Colombia. The program achieved an overall score of 177 points and simultaneously ranked first in all five generic competencies evaluated […]
The UIS School of Nutrition Participated in the National Congress on Critical Care and Intensive Care Medicine
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics at the Industrial University of Santander participated in the 17th National Congress on Critical Care and Intensive Care Medicine (AMCI 2026), held on May 13, 14, and 15 in Cali, reinforcing its commitment to academic training, research, and scientific advancement in the field of clinical nutrition. Representing the UIS […]
HUS, Closer to Official Recognition as a University Hospital
Historical Context In 2005, the Santander University Hospital (HUS) was established by departmental ordinance as a public institution under departmental jurisdiction and the main hub of the network providing medium- and high-complexity health services in northeastern Colombia. Since its creation 21 years ago, the HUS has remained steadfast in its goal of achieving recognition as […]
The School of Health Sciences will host the 5th International Conference on Health and Life Sciences
“The 5th International Conference on Health and Life Sciences: Ideas That Integrate, Innovation That Transforms, Impact That Endures” is an academic forum dedicated to the sharing, analysis, and integration of knowledge, experiences, and initiatives related to research, technological development, innovation, and the implementation of solutions in the field of health. The event responds to the […]
School of Nutrition Establishes Itself as an International Leader in Student Research
The School of Nutrition and Dietetics continues to establish itself as a leading international destination for education and research, strengthening its academic partnerships with highly regarded institutions in Latin America. On this occasion, it welcomes Mexican student Yvanna Guadalupe Jiménez Gaytán, from the Autonomous University of Nuevo León, who is pursuing a Master of Science […]
The UIS School of Nutrition and Dietetics Promotes Healthy Habits and Leads a Culinary Experience as Part of the #VitalSerProfesorUIS Initiative
As part of the sixth activity of the #VitalSerProfesorUIS initiative, a live workshop was held in which three dishes were prepared to highlight the importance of healthy eating: *Functional smoothie for energy and mental performance*Jelly to strengthen the immune system*Natural energy cookies, ideal for the brain The event stood out for its dynamic, creative, and […]