Aguascalientes, Ags. February 14, 2025. The Universidad Panamericana Aguascalientes campuscelebrated the inauguration of its new Psychology Laboratoriesspaces designed to strengthen the academic and professional training of students, as well as toas well as to contribute to mental health care in the community..
This project represents a significant significant advance in the institution's in the institution's commitment to educational educational excellence and social responsibility..
The event was attended by academic and government authorities, as well as teachers, students and members of various public and private institutions.
On behalf of Panamericana were Antonio de los Reyes Moreno, rector of the Universidad Panamericana campus Aguascalientes; Mtra. Paola del Carmen Barba Segovia, Mtra., dean of the School of Pedagogy and Psychology.
The following were invited as external guests Luis Enrique Gutiérrez Reynoso, Mtro., Director General of the Institute of Education of Aguascalientes; Mrs. Aurora Jiménez Esquivel, Director General of the Institute of Education of Aguascalientes; and Mrs. Aurora Jiménez Esquivel, president of the State DIF System; and Lic. Lic. Brenda Yaneli Barrientos Delgado, director of the Municipal Institute of Mental Health.
A bridge between academia and the community
During the inauguration, the Paola Barba highlighted the fundamental role of these Psychology Laboratories in the training of future professionals in the area, emphasizing that they represent "a bridge between the university and the community". "a bridge between the university and the community".. These spaces will allow the realization of supervised clinical practicesthe development of research in neurosciences and the application of accessible psychological therapies.
"Today we celebrate a milestone that transcends academia, the consolidation of a dream that reflects our vocation reflects our vocation for an education that balances scientific rigor with humanism."said the dean.
For his part, Mtro. Luis Enrique Gutiérrez Reynoso, Mtro. emphasized that these laboratories are aligned with the state's educational strategy, strengthening academic linkages and practical training. He also recognized the Universidad Panamericana as a reference in the training of mental health professionals. mental health.
In turn, Ms. Brenda Yaneli Barrientos Brenda Yaneli Barrientos underlined the relevance of these spaces for the community, emphasizing that they will strengthen therapeutic work and promote inter-institutional collaboration. inter-institutional collaboration in favor of the mental health of the society in Aguascalientes..
"We know that mental health is a priority issue, and with these spaces strengthen care and training capacities for the professionals of the future.. I am sure that great projects of impact for our community will be initiated here."she said.
Laboratories that consolidate academic excellence
The Antonio de los Reyes Morenoemphasized that these laboratories will not only improve the teaching of students, but will also be a reference in the region in the field of psychological care.
"Our goal is for these laboratories to be more than just a training space, but a meeting point for research, innovation and service to society. a meeting point for research, innovation and service to society."he added.
As part of the ceremony, Fr. Father Ignacio Carrasco García Ignacio Carrasco García blessed the place, highlighting the importance of psychology as a discipline that combines science and humanism to understand the complexity of the human being.
Innovative facilities for training in psychology
The Psychology Laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art spaces that include:
- Individual and family practices for psychological psychological therapy.
- Boardroom specialized in occupational psychology.
- Neuroscience classroom for the study of human behavior.
- Areas of evaluation and application of psychological tests..
- Spaces for supervised therapies in various specialties.
These labs will provide students with opportunities for hands-on learning and skills development in the field of Psychology and Psychopedagogyin addition to providing services to the community with affordable psychological care.
Commitment to mental health and comprehensive education
With this project, the Universidad Panamericana reinforces its commitment to the formation of highly qualified professionals in the area of mental healthwhile generating a positive impact on the community through access to quality psychological services.
The School of Pedagogy and Psychology will continue to promote initiatives that combine innovation, academic excellence and social responsibilityconsolidating its leadership in the teaching of psychology in Aguascalientes. Psychology in Aguascalientes and in the region.
To learn more about Universidad Panamericana's academic offerings, visit: www.up.edu.mx.
