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UIS opens its stages: major call for institutional artistic groups 2026

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The Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS), through its Cultural Affairs Office, launches a call that promises to fill university spaces with art, music, dance, and theater. This is the official opening of registrations to join six of its institutional artistic groups — a unique opportunity for students, faculty, and staff to turn their talent into […]

The Festival of Lights lit up its magic on Candle Day at UIS

Imagen que muestra el Día de Velitas

A night of togetherness and celebration was held on the UIS central campus to mark the traditional Día de Velitas (Day of Little Lights). Family and friends gathered there to light their candles and enjoy this December celebration. “It is a special night of joy, the UIS opens its doors to all neighbors and friends […]

Luis A. Calvo Auditorium, architectural and cultural heritage of Santander

Considered the university’s premier cultural venue and one of the most important in Santander, the Luis A. Calvo Auditorium has become a familiar and regular venue for the residents of Bucaramanga. This auditorium was designed by architects Quijano and De Irisarri, a group of architects from Bogotá in the late 1970s. Construction began on 8 […]

The UIS University Choir is the best university choir in Colombia at Ascún Cultura 2025.

For the second consecutive year, the UIS University Choir was awarded first place as Best University Choir in Colombia at the ASCUN Cultura National University Choir Festival, consolidating its position as one of the most outstanding choral groups in the country. Under the direction of Professor Juan Manuel Hernández-Morales, a graduate and current faculty member […]

The International Piano Festival moves forward with its cultural program

Imagen que muestra una gala del Festival de Piano

The rhythms continue to vibrate and the stories continue to resonate at the International Piano Festival during the second week of the cultural event. Galas, exhibitions, academic meetings, and outreach to municipalities in Santander were some of the activities enjoyed by attendees. “I felt wonderful, really good. I am grateful to the UIS for inviting […]

The International Piano Festival comes to 12 municipalities in Santander

Imagen que muestra a Enrique Lapaz durante su concierto.

This Tuesday, August 12, the “Piano Viajero” (Traveling Piano) segment of the International Piano Festival will begin, and 12 municipalities in Santander will host concerts by different maestros. Barbosa, Málaga, Girón, Barrancabermeja, Floridablanca, Socorro, Barichara, Aratoca, Lebrija, San Gil, Piedecuesta, and Sabana de Torres will host this cultural event, as will Mesa de Los Santos. […]

UIS students, professors, alumni, and staff can sign up for the arts groups

Image showing a couple dancing to folk music.

Applications to join the artistic groups at the Industrial University of Santander are open until August 15. Musical Expression (EMUIS), Folk Music and Dance, University Choir, Afro-Colombian Music and Dance Macondo, Tuna, and Theater are the groups you can register for and begin the process of joining. You can find the registration form and more […]