Professor from the School of Microbiology participated in academic events on biotechnology
Mauricio Ramírez, professor at the School of Microbiology, participated as a guest lecturer in the Applied Mycology course at the School of Microbiology of the University of Antioquia. He also participated as a speaker with a poster presentation and an oral conference at the XII RedBio Meeting. This is a network for biotechnology and bioeconomics […]
Countdown to the 6th ASPU National Games
The Board of Directors of the University Professors Union Association (ASPU) at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) officially launched the 6th National Sports and Recreation Games, which will take place on the Central Campus from October 9 to 12. The event will bring together more than 500 teachers from public universities across the country […]
International Symposium on Plant Stress brings together experts in agricultural sustainability at Guatiguará Technology Park
With the aim of strengthening efficient, sustainable agriculture that is resilient to the effects of climate change, the International Symposium on Plant Stress was launched at the Guatiguará Technology Park, the scientific headquarters of the Industrial University of Santander (UIS). Under the slogan ‘Bases for the development of efficient, sustainable and climate change-resilient production systems’, […]
UIS Board of Trustees Highlights the Projection of the Institute of Languages and the Strengthening of Research and Outreach
In its most recent session, the Board of Trustees of the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) addressed strategic issues for the institution’s future, including the consolidation of the academic offerings of the Institute of Languages, the projection of the Vice-Rectory for Research and Outreach (VIE), and the appointment of Professor Sandra Judith García as the […]
Central Library Building, a temple of knowledge for the 21st century
The UIS Library is as old as the Universidad Industrial de Santander. Since its beginnings in 1948, it has had several locations: the Instituto Técnico Superior Dámaso Zapata, the current Administration 1 building, the old Publications building where Administration 3 now stands and, since 1976, the current facilities on the central campus. With the University’s […]
The Student Wellness Library reopens its doors to the university community
The Satellite Library, located on the top floor of the Student Welfare building at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS), has reopened its doors to the university community. This space will be coordinated by student assistants and has a special collection dedicated to mental health care, in line with the commemoration of World Suicide Prevention […]
UNIRED agrees on collaborative research initiatives for regional transformation through education
The main objective agreed upon during the sixth session of the UNIRED Board of Directors was for UNIRED member universities to share their research capabilities, equipment, and technologies for the benefit of Santander. The meeting, held at the Industrial University of Santander (UIS), was attended by rectors and representatives from UIS, the Autonomous University of […]
UIS adopts special working hours on September 12 and 19 in accordance with the Comprehensive Family Protection Law
Through Resolution 1424 of 2025, the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) authorized a special work schedule for administrative public servants assigned to the institution’s various departments and academic-administrative units. According to the resolution issued, on Friday, September 12 and 19, 2025, the workday will be from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. Please note that the […]
UIS contributes to the protection of ecosystems in the Páramo de Berlín and the Tona River
The Berlín páramo and the Tona River basin are more than just beautiful landscapes. They are vital ecosystems that provide water to thousands of people in Santander and Norte de Santander. However, human activities in both ecosystems modify land cover and generate waste that affects the sustainable supply of water in terms of quantity and […]
Cuban student, winner of the Colombia Scholarship, chose the UIS to pursue a Master’s Degree in Materials Engineering
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) continues to consolidate its position as an academic benchmark in Latin America by welcoming Cuban nuclear engineer Pablo Enrique Díaz in the second semester of 2025, who is beginning his master’s degree in Materials Engineering thanks to the Colombia Scholarship for Foreigners. Pablo, a graduate of the University of […]