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 […]
From Vélez to UIS: A Dream Written in 475 Points
At just 17 years old, Laura Melisa Traslaviña Mateus has achieved what many might consider impossible: scoring 475 out of 500 on Colombia’s Saber 11 national exam, with a perfect score (100/100) in key areas such as Mathematics, Social and Citizenship Education, English, and Natural Sciences. It’s an extraordinary accomplishment that speaks volumes about her discipline, perseverance, and a powerful calling: to […]
UIS Celebrates Journalist Day paying tribute to Gustavo Pardo
As part of the 77th anniversary celebration of the Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS), the Barbosa campus hosted a heartfelt event in honor of Journalist Day, providing a space to recognize the tireless work of communicators who, through their dedication, strengthen democracy and contribute to the development of society. Tribute to Gustavo Pardo: A Life Dedicated to […]
The university community commemorated 77 years of institutional life of the UIS
The university community of the Universidad Industrial de Santander commemorated the 77th anniversary of the institution during a symbolic act at the main entrance of the central campus and in the different regional branches. “The University was a total change for my life, I came from a public school, of low socioeconomic status and the […]
This Friday, November 1, in the Barbosa and Socorro campuses, the forums for candidates for student representation will be held
The forums of candidates for student representatives are advancing and the Universidad Industrial de Santander continues to provide spaces for them to respond to the concerns of the students of the UIS regarding their government proposals. The turn this Friday, November 1, is for the Barbosa and Socorro campuses, where candidates for student representation before […]