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News about initiatives, events and columns of the President of UC Chile.

A man in a dark suit and tie speaks at a wooden podium in a dimly lit auditorium. A large wooden cross is mounted on a brick wall behind him. Flags, including those of Chile and the Vatican, are displayed on one side of the stage.

Juan Carlos de la Llera Takes Office as President of UC Chile for the 2025-2030 Term

An extraordinary extended session of the Honorable Superior Council took place in the Juan Francisco Fresno Hall at the UC Chile Central Campus, presided over…

President Ignacio Sánchez delivers a speech at a formal event, standing at a podium with a microphone, against a blue-lit backdrop.

The End of an Era: UC Chile's Outgoing President Sánchez Reflects on 15 Years of Service

After leading UC Chile for three consecutive terms, Ignacio Sánchez reflects on his tenure, marked by close ties with the community and a generational shift in…

President Ignacio Sánchez, wearing a dark suit and tie, is giving a presentation in front of an audience in a conference room with exposed brick walls. He is standing next to a screen displaying a slide with his name.

International Congress Reflects on the Mission of Catholic Educators

During 2024, for the first time in Chile, the World Union of Catholic Teachers (UMEC-WUCT) hosted its International Assembly, titled “The Identity of Catholic…

Juan Carlos de la Llera is the new president of UC Chile

The former dean of the Faculty of Engineering and current full professor, Juan Carlos de la Llera, is a UC Chile engineering graduate, holds a Ph.D. from the…

University Presidents David Garza, Raquel Bernal and Ignacio Sánchez.

Shaping the Future: Transformative Education in a Changing World

What are the biggest challenges for education worldwide? What role should universities play in addressing them? What type of education should they provide?

UC Chile Ranked Among Top 100 Universities Worldwide, Achieving Goal 14 Years Ahead of Schedule

UC Chile continues to shine in the QS Rankings 2025 and is now among the world's top 100 institutions. The university’s main strengths continue to be academic…

Students in the hall of the San Joaquin Campus.- Photo: Office of Communication

UC Chile Excels in QS Ranking: Among Global Leaders in 37 Disciplines

Having earned recognition in three additional disciplines compared to the previous year, UC Chile is now ranked among the best institutions in the world in 37…

UC Chile Strengthens Ties With the Universities of Barcelona and Ramón Llull

The University President Ignacio Sánchez visited both universities in Barcelona to strengthen academic partnerships and address new areas of joint work.

University students at UC Chile San Joaquin campus

UC Chile Builds and Strengthens Bonds with Middle Eastern Universities

Following a visit to universities in Israel and Palestine for academic enrichment and exchange, UC Chile President Ignacio Sánchez emphasizes the vital role of…

From left to right, provost from the University of North Texas (EE.UU), Michael McPherson; the director from the International Cape Horn Center (CHIC), Ricardo Rozzi and the UC Chile President Ignacio Sánchez.

UMAG, UC Chile, and CHIC Strengthen University Partnership to Boost Magallanes as a Scientific Hub

The strategic agreement is part of the cooperation of the consortium of national and foreign higher education institutions that support the work of the Cape…

UC Chile Climbs in Global Rankings, Maintains Top Spot in Chile

After evaluating nearly 2,500 institutions, prestigious British ranking places Universidad Católica among the best universities in the world. Its strengths…

President Ignacio Sánchez making a speech.

Our university starts the year with many exciting announcements

President Ignacio Sanchez inaugurated the 2023 academic year and, in his speech, spoke of the success of this year's admissions. He also referred to the…