About the UANL 2009

The Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon (UANL) is the third largest Mexican University  and the most important public one with the largest academic offer in the northeast part of the country. It was ranked by the Reader's Digest-AC Nielsen Survey in 2005 as the top university (both public and private) in the northeast region of the country.

A Brief Introduction

The UANL is one of the oldest universities in Mexico, beginning in 1824 as a law school and establishing both the Academy and the Medicine School in 1859. Through the years, its reputation for outstanding academic achievement has become known throughout the whole country, and it reflects the intellectual achievement of its students, as well as the innovative research carried out by its faculty.

In 2008 we celebrated our 75th anniversary; 75 years of being the home for science and culture in Nuevo Leon, and the engine for progressive education and social change in Northeast Mexico.

Mission and Vision of the UANL

Mission

The Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon has the core mission of forming technicians, professionals, professors and researchers, as well as performing and fostering scientific research in its basic and applied forms, taking into account both regional and national problems. It also organizes, takes part in and foments the artistic creation in its diverse forms of expression, in addition to creating a link between the community and culture, plus contributing to the preservation of cultural, national and universal patrimony.

Vision 2012

The vision of an institution reflects the form in which it hopes to impact its users and society as a whole. It reflects a future aspiration and takes shape in one brief paragraph. The vision of our institution is thus pursued within the statement:

"By the year 2012, we will be acknowledged as the most prestigious public Mexican university, both nationally and internationally".

Area Description

"I consider it particularly appropriate that we meet in Monterrey, a dynamic locus of business and industry, but also a city with a higher concentration of colleges and universities per capita than anywhere else in Mexico; a place where the traditions of yesterday and the promises of tomorrow go hand in hand. It's Tower of Commerce, which is the tallest monument in Mexico, symbolizes high aspirations for this country and a future of prosperity we hope to build and share."

Thomas F. McLarty

President of Kissinger-McLarty Associates and President and CEO of Asbury Automotive; in his conference Dare to Compete at the Summit of the Americas, January 2004, Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico.

Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico

Monterrey (Monterrey Metro Area) is a city of great cultural and business activity with a variable climate and many possibilities for ecotourism and adventure sports. Its dynamism reflects the changes of the 21st Century. It has a complete local transportation system and great shopping centers. It is considered one of the most important commercial and technological centers of Latin America.

It is known as the industrial capital of Mexico, and it's most important industries include beer, cement, glass, steel, and food products. It is one of the most accessible cities in the country, with more than 194 flights making daily connections to cities throughout Mexico, the United States and Canada. The state of Nuevo Leon has a modern network of superhighways and railways. The city is overlooked by an impressive natural wonder, the majestic mountains of the Eastern Sierra Madre range and Cerro de la Silla (Saddle Mountain), which is the symbol of the city.

The cultural life in the city includes museums and the traditional "Barrio Antiguo" neighborhood in the historical center.  It also has many theaters, art galleries and sporting events, as well as regional and international restaurants.

The Universidad Autonoma de Nuevo Leon (UANL) is located in the Monterrey metro area, in the state of Nuevo Leon. Nuevo Leon is in the northeastern region of the country and borders the Mexican states of Coahuila, San Luis Potosi, and Tamaulipas, plus Texas in the United States of America.

Campuses

Our University has a main campus known as Ciudad Universitaria, and six additional campuses in the Monterrey-metro area and in the state of Nuevo Leon. The Main Campus is located in San Nicolas de los Garza (San Nicolas for short) and houses the Office of the University President and the administrative system in the Administration Tower (Rectoria). In addition, it houses 13 collages, a stadium, two main libraries, the central COOP and bookstore, many computer centers and cafeterias. Also it contains a number of research institutes, auditoriums and gymnasiums and  sports facilities in a great extension surrounded by beautiful grounds.

On the Health Sciences-campus located 15 min west of the main campus, the health-related schools are located, including the colleges of: Dentistry, Medicine, Nursing, Psychology, Public Health and Nutrition, the UANL Personnel-clinic and our Dr. Jose Eleuterio Gonzalez University Hospital, a 500 bed teaching, research and assistance facility.

The Mederos Campus is located 20 minutes south of Ciudad Universitaria; it is comprised of the colleges of Communication Sciences, Music, Political Sciences, Stage Arts, Veterinary Medicine and Visual Arts. In addition it has other facilities such as the Center for Physical Preparation of teachers and students, the Academic Support and Services Center and a modern and functional Seminaries Unit. This campus also houses the University Theatre, the Research Center for Bilingual Education (CIDEB) and the World Trade Center.

Outside the Monterrey-metro area, the Marin campus with the Agriculture School is located 40 minutes east of Ciudad Universitaria; there. The Linares-campus (two hours south of Ciudad Universitaria) is home to the Colleges of Forestry and Earth Sciences, plus a branch of the School of Accounting and Business Administration.

Additionally, UANL has one campus in Sabinas Hidalgo with branches of the Schools of Law and Business, and a new campus for the Schools of Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine in Escobedo county.

The UANL and Society

As the first higher education institution founded in Monterrey, and because of its leadership in every aspect of academic and cultural life of Nuevo Leon, the UANL maintains a continuous dialogue with agents and representatives of diverse sectors of society in order to be aware of the opinions, necessities, suggestions and expectations of the community, so as to enable our university to respond with quality and efficiency to the demands of society in preparing professionals with a lifelong education.

Our institution works together with associated organizations in the state of Nuevo Leon which have an impact on higher education in Mexico.

Research

With over 340 national researchers (Spanish initials SNI) awarded by Mexico’s National Council for Science and Technology (Spanish initials CONACYT), and more than 400 ongoing basic and applied research projects, the UANL is the strongest research-university in northeastern Mexico. The number of SNI researchers at our institution is higher than that of all public and private institutions combined in Nuevo Leon. We publish more than eight peer-reviewed journals in different fields of knowledge, and our researchers publish more than 300 papers in indexed journals annually.

Arts and Culture

Our institution has a commitment to the community and the city at large through the encouragement and support of creative and cultural expression. Radio Universidad (89.7 FM) is striving to become an indispensable service to the student body, and as an innovator in college radio serving society both regionally and nationally. CANAL 53, the UANL’s television channel can be viewed both via regional broadcasting and on cable TV throughout the country, profiling students’ work and giving them a national presence. Our institution has an on-line art gallery called Space of Art, which is the online version of the monthly exhibitions at the main administration building.

Campus Life

The programs, services and facilities for campus life at our institution are designed to enhance the overall university experience. A harmonious environment is maintained among employees, professors, researchers and students at our institution. Classes can be complemented by athletic and cultural activities, since we have excellent sports facilities and outstanding extracurricular activities. For more information, you may visit our web page at www.uanl.mx

General Information

Organization/Structure

We are committed to excellence in research, teaching and learning. In pursuit of the former, the UANL is comprised of 26 colleges ("facultades" in Spanish), 25 graduate divisions, 24 academically-oriented high-schools, 1 research center for bilingual education, and 3 technical high schools. We offer 43 technical high-school programs, 12 technical degrees, 72 college degrees, 48 specialty programs, 48 master's programs, and 26 doctoral programs.

All our programs are offered through the following colleges ("facultades")

School of Accounting and Business Administration
School of Agriculture
School of Architecture
School of Biological Sciences
School of Chemistry
School of Civil Engineering
School of Communication Science
School of Dentistry
School of Earth Sciences
School of Economics
School of Forestry
School of Law and Criminology
School of Mechanical and Electrical Engineering
School of Medicine
School of Music
School of Nursing
School of Philosophy and Language Arts
School of Physical Education
School of Physics and Mathematics
School of Political Science and Public Administration
School of Psychology
School of Public Health and Nutrition
School of Social Work and Human Development
School of Stage Arts
School of Veterinary Medicine
School of Visual Arts

Of Special Interest at the UANL

Academic Programs

To fulfill Mexico’s need of education at highest level, UANL is permanently seeking to develop and improve its academic programs. All the undergraduate programs accredited by the National Council of Educative Evaluation (CIEES). International Accreditation is also top priority for example, UANL was the first public university in Mexico with a Civil Engineering program accredited by ABET (Accreditation Board of Engineering and Technology) of USA. UANL has 53 graduate programs acknowledged as of higher level by PNPC (National Graduate Studies List, CONACyT).

"Capilla Alfonsina" Library

Located at "Ciudad Universitaria", this library is comprised of 5 specialized collections. It also contains a part of the personal Library of the poet and writer Alfonso Reyes, the most renowned author from Monterrey. The name Capilla "Chapel" was given to his Library, because it was considered a sanctuary for culture, literature and  knowledge. This Library also has special facilities for the visually impaired.

The "Dr. Jose E. Gonzalez" University Hospital

Named after the physician who founded  our medical school in 1859, it is one of the few true teaching hospitals in Mexico, and serves as clinical field for our School. This 500-bed hospital opened in 1938 on the medical campus. Our hospital is also the major emergency hospital in the state, taking care of more than 300 cases daily. The Jose E. Gonzalez is one of the largest specialty hospitals in Mexico.

Center for Business Incubation and Technology Transfer

This center was opened to promote research and the incubation of high-tech business. It offers different services such as development, licensing and commercialization of products invented through the university's research, and its efficient transfer to the industry and other productive sectors. The core purpose of the center is to link technological research with industry to satisfy the society's demands

"Raul Rangel Frias" University Library

Dedicated in September 1995, it operates as a creative and dynamic provider of information that serves as a Museum, facilitating research, teaching, and learning by providing easy access to superb collections, information and services.  The physical facility that welcomes research, study, and discourse provides an environment in which people and ideas are respected. Containing large spaces for art exhibitions, it also has a Conventions Center with a comfortable seating capacity for 361 places, and three multiple use halls for near 500 people.

The World Trade Center at UANL

The World trade Center at the UANL integrates all the services related to international trade under the same concept and franchise with WTC in New York. The UANL is now connected to a world-wide network of 350 WTC in 98 countries, putting itself in the vanguard in foreign trade.

Sports

The american football team of our university is one of the best  teams in Mexican College League: In very sport, The Tigres  (the Tiger , being the mascot of the UANL ) provide an opportunity of the student athletes to excel, not only in the classroom but  also on the playing field . The UANL obtained first place in the 2004, 2006, 2007 and 2008 Universiada (a national athletic competition event), and the vice-championship in 2005,  in competition with  450 other public and private universities. As an example of the sport facilities, the brand new Aquatic Center meets the Olympic standards for international competition.

Academic and Research Centers

Our University has 27 centers and 4 institutes for technological and academic research in different fields, ranging from biotechnology and industrial design to economy and humanistic studies. In 2008 the UANL opened the Center of Innovation Research and Development in Engineering and Technology for development of software and research in mechatronics, material sciences and nanotechnology and the Center of Legal Technology and Criminological Research. Also the Center for Development in Health Sciences, to be opened in 2009, will be an interdisciplinary facility linked with the industry and Services Branch/Sectors of society.

Academic Support and Services Center

It was established in 1985 with the mission of enhancing the teaching and learning at the UANL. This Center offers assistance and resources to help faculty grow professionally and improve their academics skills by providing  an effective  learning environment  for our students. Some of the main amenities are training in computer skills, plus multimedia and library facilities for faculty and staff, as well as for academic programs in general.

The University Theater and Symphony Orchestra

Under the direction of Maestro Felix Carrasco, the Symphony Orchestra performs at the University Theater during its regular season: spring, summer and autumn. It also offers morning functions and educational concerts directed to children, in addition to promoting musical creation among them. The Symphony Orchestra seeks to enhance the cultural quality of life in our city by presenting high-quality performances of classical music to a wide variety of audiences, in addition to offering educational and community programs.

Civil Academy and University Culture Center

The Civil Academy or "Colegio Civil" was founded in 1895, and its present building opened in 1922. It was the main academic campus until the "Ciudad Universitaria" campus was opened in 1960. The Academy holds the Aula Magna or "Fray Servando Teresa de Mier" Theater, where general events, graduations and stage performances are presented. Since 2007, this building houses the University Culture Center.

Quick Facts

UANL's Profile

• Institution established: 1933
• Type of institution: Public
• Total enrollment: 125,971
• Undergraduates: 68,067
• High school students: 41,383
• Technical high school: 10,696
• Graduated students: 3,982
• Affiliated schools: 1,843
• Total faculty: 5,671
• Full-time faculty: 2,532
• SNI-Researchers: 340
• Research centers: 27
• Library facilities: 84
• Library volumes: 2,238,000
• Academic journals: 10
• Cafeterias: 53
• Student computing centers: 25
• Average students/computer: 5
• Photocopy facilities: 51
• Main campus bookstores: 9

Sports and Extracurricular Activities

• Art exhibits
• Fine arts courses (non-academic)
• Folkloric dance
• Guided tours
• Intercollegiate sports
• Gymnasium and swimming
• Athletic fields
• Music
• Musical groups
• Radio/television
• Small business groups
• Social service groups
• Student leadership groups

Contact the UANL

International Directory

Dr. Carlos E. Medina-De la Garza
International Relations Director
Phone: +52 (81) 8329 4257 or
+52 (81) 8329 4000 Ext. 5120
Fax: +52 (81) 8352 2126
E-mail: international@uanl.mx
uanlintl@r.uanl.mx

Lic. Emma Melchor-Rodríguez
Academic Exchange Director
Phone: +52 (81) 8329 4041, 8329 4048 or
+52 (81) 8329 4000 Ext. 6681
Fax: +52 (81) 8329 4049
E-mail: emma.melchor@uanl.mx

Lic. María del Rosario Cortés-Rodríguez
Consular Affairs Officer at the
International Relations Administration
Phone: +52 (81) 8329 4257 or
+52 (81) 8329 4000 Ext. 5123
Fax: +52 (81) 8352 2126
E-mail: mcortes@r.uanl.mx
international@uanl.mx

 

Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León

Dr. Jesús Ancer-Rodríguez
President

Ing. Rogelio G. Garza-Rivera
General Secretary

Dr. Ubaldo Ortiz-Méndez
Academic Secretary

Actualizada el 28/01/2010