Aguascalientes, Ags., January 21, 2025. The Universidad Panamericana Aguascalientes campus, celebrates its 35th anniversary as a key institution in the region.. Since its inauguration in 1989the university has been a beacon of academic excellenceand has become a benchmark for higher education in Mexico.
A beginning of vision and resilience
Founded thanks to the efforts of businessmen from the state of Hidalgo, the first years of the Aguascalientes campus were marked by significant challenges. Infrastructure limitations complicated the organization of the courses, but the leadership of the first rector, Mtro. José Romo SaucedoJosé Romo Saucedo, was fundamental in overcoming these obstacles.
The Dr. Eduardo Sánchez de Albaa pioneer professor at the institution, comments on this: "at that time there were only totally insufficient and premature facilities. That is why I think [José Romo] was the right rector for that difficult moment for the university.. Only a person like Pepe Romo, who was energetic and did not get discouraged by anything, could move the university forward. He was a rector with a lot of initiative and stamina, and that is exactly what was needed in those circumstances.".
Merger with Universidad Panamericana and the legacy of Pope John Paul II
One of the most decisive moments in the university's history was the strategic merger with Universidad Panamericana in 1995. This merger not only represented a change of namename change, but was was a crucial step in ensuring the growth and stability of the campus at a time of economic uncertainty. at a time of economic uncertainty.
The merger allowed Bonaterra, as it was then known, to benefit from the prestige and accumulated experience of Universidad Panamericana, which already had a solid reputation in Mexico City and Guadalajara.
The impact was felt immediately. With the support of Universidad Panamericana, the Aguascalientes campus was able to consolidate its financial structure and expand its infrastructure. New buildings were constructed, laboratories were improved and academic programs were strengthened, allowing the university to continue growing despite the economic challenges of the time.
Another important milestone was on May 8, 1990, when Pope John Paul II, the Pope's Pope John Paul II visited Aguascalientes and blessed the first stone of the campus oratory.. This gesture not only marked a historic moment, but also reinforced the university's educational and spiritual mission, a legacy that is reflected in the sculpture of Christ that today presides over the entrance to the oratory.
Transformation and consolidation: from Bonaterra to Universidad Panamericana
In 2006, the institution officially adopted the name Universidad Panamericana campus Aguascalientesa change that symbolized its full integration into the framework of the Universidad Panamericana campuses in Mexico City and Guadalajara. This renaming represented a shared commitment to academic excellence. academic excellence and humanistic valuesvalues, pillars that have guided the university since its founding.
Since then, Universidad Panamericana campus Aguascalientes has continued to expand and strengthen its presence both locally and internationally.
A legacy of excellence and leadership
From its humble beginnings to its current position as one of the most respected educational institutions in the region, the university has always maintained a firm commitment to academic excellence and the integral formation of its students.
With more than 12,000 graduates impacting diverse industries around the world, Universidad Panamericana campus Aguascalientes has proven to be an institution that transforms lives and societies. Its growth has not only strengthened education in the region, but has also expanded its international projection..
On this 35th anniversarycampus Aguascalientes celebrates its history as a testimony of vision, effort and commitment to the formation of leaders of integrity that generate positive changes in society.
Learn more about the history and achievements of Universidad Panamericana campus Aguascalientes, and be part of the next 35 years of educational excellence: https://www.up.edu.mx/campus-aguascalientes/
