Open Enrollment for Virtual and Distance Programs 2026-2: Quality Education Without Borders

The Universidad Industrial de Santander has opened its admission process for undergraduate programs in distance and virtual modalities for the 2026-2 academic term, expanding access to high-quality higher education for thousands of Colombians, regardless of their geographic location. Key Dates in the ProcessThe schedule has been established. The application fee payment will be available until […]
“Thursday at La Gallera” promotes cultural integration among UIS campuses

“Thursdays at La Gallera” kicked off with a folk music concert by the Diapasón UIS String Ensemble from the Barbosa campus. This initiative is led by the Institute for Regional Outreach and Distance Education (IPRED), with support from the Office of the Vice-Rectory for Research and Extension, and aims to strengthen ties between the regional […]
“Yes, It’s possible”: the Story of Oscar David, the UIS Barbosa security guard who is now a technologist

Between work shifts, family responsibilities, and a dream that once seemed out of reach, Oscar David Castellanos found at UIS Barbosa a new opportunity to change his life. At 26, he is certain that dreams never disappear—they simply wait for the right moment to be pursued again. Born in San Benito, Santander, he arrived at […]
The Cice rector’s office for Research and Extension drives territorial engagement from UIS Barbosa Campus

With the aim of strengthening research and extension strategies across the regions, the Vice Rector’s Office for Research and Extension visited the UIS Barbosa Campus as part of the Universidad Industrial de Santander’s Territorial Agenda with a Differential Approach. On this occasion, the Vice Rector for Research and Extension, Cristian Blanco Tirado, together with the […]
UIS Barbosa hosts second student Research Groups Meeting

The Universidad Industrial de Santander – Barbosa Campus, in partnership with CENIVAM, hosted the Second Student Research Groups Meeting, bringing together nearly 200 students from schools in Moniquirá, San José de Pare, Simijaca, Jesús María, and Barbosa, as well as representatives from the Escuela de Carabineros de Vélez. The event aimed to encourage young students’ interest […]
UIS Barbosa honors regional journalists as part of its 78th anniversary

As part of the 78th anniversary of the Universidad Industrial de Santander, the UIS Barbosa campus commemorated Journalists’ Day with a special event recognizing the essential role of the media and their contribution to regional development. During the ceremony, the career of Luis Eduardo Pico was recognized with a special distinction for his commitment to […]
Regional forums begin for candidates for Student Representation on the Consejo Académico

Today, at 10:00 a.m., the first regional forum of the candidates for Student Representation on the Consejo Académico for the 2026–2028 term will take place in the Mario González Hall of the Library Building at the Sede UIS Barrancabermeja. Cristian Díaz Franco and Ciro Ernesto Pérez Vargas will present their proposals to the students of […]
UIS Academic Council Approves the Creation of the Food Engineering Program in Barbosa and Saravena

The Universidad Industrial de Santander continues to strengthen its regional academic offering with the approval, by the Academic Council, of the Food Engineering undergraduate program in on-campus (face-to-face) modality, to be offered in Barbosa (Santander) and Saravena (Arauca), as established in Agreement No. 353 of December 9, 2025. This decision represents a milestone in consolidating […]
UIS invites the community to the forum “Santander Visión Prospectiva 2050” in Barbosa

The project “Santander Visión Prospectiva 2050” continues its journey across the department’s territories, and this time it will arrive at the UIS Barbosa campus. On Wednesday, October 29, at 5:00 p.m., a space for collective reflection, dialogue, and participatory construction will take place to discuss the future of our region. This initiative, led by the Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS), aims to listen […]
With more than 550 students, the UIS opens its doors to a new generation at its regional campuses

The Industrial University of Santander continues to strengthen its presence in the provinces of the department by welcoming young people from different regions of the country who have chosen the UIS for their professional training. On Thursday, July 31, more than 550 students participated in the orientation sessions held at the Barbosa, Barrancabermeja, Málaga, and […]