John Ramírez, a UIS graduate, put Santander on the international muralism map

From Piedecuesta to Gatineau, Quebec, John Ramírez’s art crossed borders. In 2026, the Colombian visual artist represented his country at the 4th HOLA 2026 International Festival, organized by Heritage Colombien in Gatineau, Quebec, Canada—an experience that, in addition to marking his debut as a muralist at a festival, later allowed him to join the Ville […]
Five years of the statute: UIS strengthens its commitment to the migrant population

Five years after the implementation of the Temporary Protection Statute for Venezuelan Migrants (ETPV), Universidad Industrial de Santander reaffirms its role in defending the rights and promoting the integration of a population that continues to face barriers to accessing services and regularizing its status in Colombia. This assessment was one of the main topics discussed […]
UIS Promotes Physical and Mental Well-Being Through Tai Chi and Latin Rhythms

As part of its educational and preventive strategies aimed at promoting the overall well-being of the university community, the Student Well-Being Office is offering Yang-style Tai Chi and Latin Rhythms initiatives during the second academic semester. These activities seek to contribute to cardiovascular risk prevention while promoting the physical and mental well-being of students. The […]
UIS Graduate Is a Finalist in a Prestigious International Contest in Honor of John Lennon

Luisa Margarita Daza Maestre was among the most outstanding artists in the John Lennon Songwriting Contest, one of the most prestigious and important international songwriting competitions for independent and emerging songwriters. She has a law degree, but her passion has always been music, so she devoted herself to artistic creation, and with her song “El […]
Need a Study Space? Here’s How to Reserve a Study Cubicle at UIS Library

The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) offers a variety of spaces and resources designed to support academic activities and administrative work. As part of this institutional offering, the UIS Library provides access to bibliographic resources, study areas, and technological tools throughout the second academic semester. Study cubicles are spaces designed for individual or group study and academic activities. […]
Final Days to Participate in the 15th UIS Mathematics Olympiad for Primary School Students

Registration for the 15th UIS Mathematics Olympiad – Primary School 2026 will remain open until this Wednesday, September 2. The initiative invites public and private schools from across Colombia to test and strengthen their students’ mathematical skills. The Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS), through its School of Mathematics, is calling on educational institutions across the […]
“The Roar of a Dream” Had a Successful Launch at Ulibro 2026

The book *El rugir de un sueño: Atlético Bucaramanga, City and History* had a successful launch during the 24th edition of the Bucaramanga Book Fair (Ulibro). The publication, written by historians from the Industrial University of Santander (UIS)—Yezid David Sequeda Garrido, Fabián Schneider Solano Pico, Víctor Manuel Peña Melo, and Raúl Mauricio Prada Solano—and compiled […]
UIS Opens Applications for New Professional Technical Program in Photovoltaic System Installation and Maintenance

The Universidad Industrial de Santander expands its academic offering in renewable energy with a new in-person program to be offered in Bucaramanga, Barrancabermeja, and Puerto Carreño. The payment period for the application process will be open from August 31 to September 7. Meanwhile, online applications will be available from September 2 to 9. The new […]
Alumni of the School of Health, this reunion is for you!

It’s time to reconnect, share experiences, reflect on our history, and continue strengthening the bonds that unite us as the UIS community. 🤝 ✨ 2026 Alumni Reunion – School of Health A chance to reconnect, celebrate our achievements, and continue building the future of our School together. 📅 Registration is now open! 👉 Sign up […]
Cocreation Sessions for the Proposed Vicerrectoría de Bienestar Begin at Regional Campuses

Starting next week, sedes regionales UIS will serve as the starting point for a new round of cocreation sessions for the proposed Vicerrectoría de Bienestar, following those held in November 2025. Students, faculty members, and professional and non-professional staff in the different employment modalities will come together in working groups to enrich this initiative, which […]