Breast cancer, the leading cause of cancer death in women in Santander
In 2024, breast cancer was the leading cause of cancer death in women in Santander. According to figures from the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE), this disease accounted for 16% of female cancer deaths in the department, with more than 1,200 lives lost during the year. In Colombia, it ranks among the leading causes […]
UIS and communities build the Santander 2050 Prospective Vision from the territory
The Santander Vision 2050 project began its tour of the region with meetings in the provinces of García Rovira and Guanentá, promoting dialogue between academia and communities about the future of the department. Between October 16 and 18, the Santander Vision 2050 Project team, led by the Industrial University of Santander (UIS), embarked on its […]
UIS professor receives Award for Excellence for her commitment to coexistence and education for peace
The School of Law and Political Science at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) celebrates the recognition given to Professor Carolina Isabel Montes Perea, who received the Award for Excellence for her educational project “Coexistence and Sustainable Development,” developed at the Claveriano Bilingüe Fe y Alegría Educational Institution and presented by the Bucaramanga Chamber of […]
UIS in the Territories: the university that crosses borders and transforms lives
he expansion of the Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) into the regions was one of the main topics discussed during the Superior Council meeting held on October 17, where the institution reaffirmed its commitment to social transformation and creating opportunities for young Colombians. Thanks to the #UISenTerritorios strategy, UIS continues to bring quality higher education […]
New UIS Superior Council Agreement streamlines academic procedures and brings decisions closer to students
The Universidad Indsutrial de Santander (UIS) continues to strengthen its efficient and participatory management model. The Superior Council approved Agreement No. 045 of 2025, a measure that redefines decision-making levels in undergraduate academic procedures, granting greater autonomy to schools, departments, and faculties. This step marks a significant advance in the modernization of academic management, allowing […]
UIS opens a modern gym on the Floridablanca campus
Students at the Floridablanca campus are thrilled with the new gym facilities provided by the University. It is a comfortable place designed to strengthen body and mind with the aim of promoting the health and well-being of the entire university community. The new space has 27 machines available for cardiovascular, strength, and striking training, as […]
Biomedical engineering students explore new research opportunities at the university
Members of the Biomechanics and Biomimetics Seedbed shared their scientific work experiences with biomedical engineering students. The meeting allowed young people to learn more about this field of study, thereby giving greater impetus to research work in this new academic program offered by the UIS in Floridablanca. “The field of biomechanics is multidisciplinary. We work […]
Aula Máxima de Ciencias, a heritage auditorium that has adapted to the passage of time
The Aula Máxima de Ciencias was commissioned in 1964. It was designed by the architect Mario Pilonieta González and the builder was the engineer José Rafael Olalla. Although it was originally called the Physics Auditorium and was designed with cinema projection in mind, according to architect Pilonieta, from that moment on it became the university’s […]
UIS stands out at the 10th International Engineering Open
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) stands out as an organizing member of the 10th International Engineering Open, an academic and business event held at the Neomundo Convention and Events Center. This meeting brings together students, entrepreneurs, and professionals from all branches of engineering in Bucaramanga who are interested in updating their knowledge, sharing experiences, […]
Golden participation by the UIS in the VI ASPU National Games
The participation of the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) in the VI National Sports, Cultural, and Recreational Games of the University Professors’ Union Association (ASPU) was golden. In the sporting arena, the UIS branch was crowned overall champion with a total of 25 medals: 15 gold, 5 silver, and 5 bronze. In terms of organization, […]