UIS launches “Vive el Patrimonio” and welcomes the ERASMUS+ program
The Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) became the epicenter of international academic cooperation with the official inauguration of the ERASMUS+ program at its facilities, marking a milestone in the consolidation of global partnerships in higher education. The opening ceremony was accompanied by the launch of the “Vive el Patrimonio” project, an experience that took attendees […]
After 43 years, graduates of the School of Medicine met again at their alma mater
Graduates of the School of Medicine during the meeting. The activity, which took place at the Scientific Complex for Health and Life Sciences Research, was presided over by the Academic Vice Rector, Professor Olga Mercedes Álvarez Ojeda. The meeting was also attended by Engineer Mario Andrés Betancurt Pinzón, Alumni Representative to the Superior Council, and […]
School of Microbiology, remembers with great affection one of its outstanding graduates
Jorge Armando Peña. Microbiology Graduate Jorge Armando Peña, Microbiologist and Bioanalyst, UIS, is one of the young graduates that the School of Microbiology, today wants to remember. “I graduated as a Microbiologist from the Universidad Industrial de Santander in the year. 2019. That same year, I did a research stay at the Department of Immunology […]
Students from the University of La Guajira learned about sports development at UIS
A total of 37 eighth semester Physical Education students from the University of La Guajira and two professors visited the UIS central campus in order to share teaching and research experiences, learn about the academic programs and sports scenarios. “Very pleased with the acceptance, grateful to the UIS for receiving us, it is important for […]
Studying for free and working at the same time is possible with IPRED
In a country where many young people face economic barriers to access higher education, the Institute of Regional Projection and Distance Education (IPRED) of the Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) has the solution. IPRED’s proposal not only breaks economic barriers, but also provides flexibility for those who wish to study while continuing to work. This […]
With the help of the UIS, 25 teachers from Socorro strengthen technical education
Twenty-five teachers from the Instituto Técnico Industrial Monseñor Carlos Ardila García del Socorro, ITIS, completed a diploma course offered by the Universidad Industrial de Santander, UIS, focused on problem- and project-based learning, with a STEAM approach. This training was made possible thanks to a partnership between the UIS, Electrificadora de Santander S.A., ESSA, and the […]
Hernán Porras Díaz received the Julio Garavito Order of Merit in the Grade of Grand Cross for his career as an engineer
The Colombian Society of Engineers decorated Hernán Porras Díaz with the Order of Merit Julio Garavito in the Grade of Grand Cross, a distinction conferred by the National Government through the Council of the Order. This is the highest recognition and is awarded for his outstanding career and services rendered to the nation in the […]
Actions to prevent hypertension are strengthened in UISALUD
The Specialized Health Unit of the Universidad Industrial de Santander, UISALUD, held today a prevention day aimed at all its users, with the objective of promoting self-care, healthy lifestyle habits and proper follow-up of medical treatments in people diagnosed with hypertension. During the activity, educational talks and specialized guidance were offered, while reminding the importance […]
Anatomy and Morphology Congresses to be held at UIS extend registration dates
Graphic piece of enlargement of dates of the anatomy congress. The academic event organized by the Department of Basic Sciences of the School of Medicine will be held at the School of Health from October 14 to 18.The joint realization of three important congresses in the field of Anatomy and Morphology: a) XXI Pan-American Congress […]
From the Socorro Campus, the UIS promotes school research with the ‘Racimo Orquídeas’ Project
In order to bring science to the classroom and promote research from secondary education, the Universidad Industrial de Santander, UIS, presented the project ‘Racimo Orquídeas’ to rectors, teachers of schools in the municipality and representatives of the UIS Socorro Campus. The initiative, led by postdoctoral researcher Laura Flórez, seeks to create research groups in educational […]