Commitment to life: Socorro Headquarters commemorates World Suicide Prevention Day
The UIS Socorro campus is decked out in yellow as part of World Suicide Prevention Day, an event promoted by the World Health Organization (WHO) that aims to raise awareness about the importance of mental health self-care, active listening, and community support. The event, led by the University Wellness Department, encourages reflection on the role […]
UIS installs modern meteorological center at Socorro Headquarters for environmental research and training
The Industrial University of Santander, UIS, has installed a modern meteorological center on the Bicentennial Campus of the Socorro Headquarters as part of the Racimo Orquídeas project led by the Halley group. This station will allow real-time measurements of temperature, humidity, atmospheric pressure, wind direction and speed, precipitation, air quality, and other environmental indicators of […]
Socorro Headquarters recognized children’s literary talent in the 11th Children’s Story Contest
In the Coomuldesa Classroom on the Bicentennial Campus, the UIS Socorro Campus held the awards ceremony for the 11th Antonia Santos Bicentennial Library Children’s Story Contest, which seeks to encourage children to enjoy reading, writing, and literary creativity. Since its creation in 2015, this space has grown significantly, establishing itself as a cultural meeting place […]
UIS strengthens education with significant donation of furniture and computers to rural school in Socorro
“When I first arrived at school, the road was unpaved and the classroom seemed too small for so many dreams,” wrote ninth-grade student Vanesa Zambrano Chávez in her monologue. Her confident voice opened the ceremony commemorating the 25th anniversary of the Alberto Santos Buitrago School, an institution that was founded in the village of Morros […]
Socorro Headquarters promotes regional dialogue with Expanded Headquarters Council
An Expanded Campus Council was held at the Bicentennial Campus of the UIS Socorro Headquarters, a space for dialogue and collective construction that brought together administrators, advisors, teachers, and members of the university community to reflect on the role of the university in the region. The event was attended by Professor Gonzalo Alberto Patiño Benavidez, […]
First mental health meeting in Socorro: a commitment by the UIS to the región
The Industrial University of Santander, through its Socorro Campus, held the “First Mental Health in Focus Event: Prevention and Comprehensive Support for the Community of Socorro,” an academic and social initiative that brought together professionals, students, and the general community for two days to discuss the importance of emotional well-being. Conferences, workshops, and roundtable discussions […]
The ‘Traveling Piano’ reached more than 750 people during its visit to El Socorro
As part of the 42nd UIS International Piano Festival, the Siglo XXI School in Socorro welcomed the ‘Traveling Piano’, an activity that brought together nearly 500 primary and secondary school students. Pianist Julián Valencia gave a recital in which he shared his repertoire and interacted with the audience, creating opportunities for dialogue and inspiring the […]
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 […]
PreUIS course at Socorro Campus: the first step to study engineering at UIS
The Universidad Industrial de Santander, Socorro Campus, has open registration for the PreUIS 2025-2 Course, a real opportunity for those who wish to prepare and access one of the seven engineering degrees offered by the UIS in the region: Civil, Electrical, Electronic, Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial or Systems. This course is much more than an academic […]
Two students from the UIS Language Institute at the Socorro campus were selected for immersion in Canada
Juan José Cala Serrano and Julián Darío Robles Díaz, students of the UIS Language Institute at the UIS Socorro Campus, were selected to live an educational and cultural experience in Canada thanks to the “It’s Time for Education 2025” program of the Government of Santander. Motivation, determination and the desire to learn beyond the classroom […]