UIS strengthens its academic leadership with the appointment of new executives
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) simultaneously held the inauguration ceremony for two academic directors who will take charge of strategic units for training, research, and institutional outreach. The ceremony was attended by Rector Hernán Porras Díaz, Academic Vice-Rector Olga Mercedes Álvarez Ojeda, Secretary General Sofía Pinzón, and academic authorities from various faculties. Leadership in […]
Santander Vision 2050 moves forward: listening to the region to plan for the future
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS), under the leadership of Rector Hernán Porras Díaz and with the implementation of the Institute for Interdisciplinary Studies and Strategic Action for Development (IDEAD), continues to consolidate the Santander Vision 2050 project, a strategic initiative that seeks to build, in a participatory manner, a roadmap for the long-term development […]
Registrations are now open for the 35th edition of the UIS Athletic Race
The Universidad Industrial de Santander (UIS) announced the 35th edition of its traditional Athletic Race, a sporting and recreational event that will take place on Sunday, March 15, on the university campus. The event will feature a 4-kilometer course suitable for walkers, joggers, and runners. The race will start at the Luis A. Calvo Parking […]
UIS opens registration for Subsistence Assistance for mothers and fathers who are heads of households
With the aim of strengthening student retention and providing support to those who have family responsibilities, the Industrial University of Santander (UIS) will open applications for financial aid grants aimed at mothers and fathers who are heads of households. The registration process will be open from February 5 to 12. There are 10 places available […]
The UIS’s commitment to curbing vector-borne diseases in Santander
Did you know that in Santander, during 2025, there were more than 9,000 cases of dengue fever and 93 positive cases of Chagas disease (up to July), according to figures from the Santander Departmental Secretariat? Dengue, Chagas disease, and leishmaniasis are vector-borne diseases that continue to represent a high mortality burden in Santander and other […]
UIS student residences: registration open from February 5 to 12
The Industrial University of Santander (UIS) announced that from February 5 to 12, the registration process for student housing will be open. This benefit is intended to support students who require accommodation or financial assistance to continue their academic training. For this period, the University has 10 places available, distributed as follows: six for women, […]
UIS Málaga launches university shuttle route to strengthen student mobility
Amid the construction process of its new university campus, the Industrial University of Santander (UIS), Málaga campus, has put into operation a new university shuttle route aimed at improving mobility for the student community and strengthening coordination among the three temporary sites where academic activities are currently carried out. The implementation of this service responds […]