Zapopan, Jalisco, May 24, 2025.- In a clear demonstration of environmental commitment and social responsibility, students and collaborators of the Universidad Panamericana campus Guadalajara participated in the first cleanup of El Centinela Forestan ecological day that took place on Friday, March 21.
The ecological day, organized by the Department of Social Engagement of University Life in collaboration with Bosque Urbano de Extra A.C.continued the reforestation efforts in Zapopan reforestation efforts in Zapopan previously promoted by the Universidad Panamericana. This activity is part of the institution's educational project, which seeks to train leaders committed to the environment. to form leaders committed to the environment through sustainable and meaningful actions.
Reforestation and ecological restoration in action
The day began at 6:30 a.m. at the campus facilities and concluded at 12:00 noon. 12:00 noon. The team consisted of 37 participantsamong them 30 students y seven collaboratorsThey went to one of the most affected areas of El Centinela Forest, which was damaged by a fire.
During the cleanup, the assistants carried out forestry maintenance activities: they dug holes at the base of the surviving trees, applied fertilizer and water toThey dug holes at the base of the surviving trees, applied fertilizer and water to support their recovery and strengthen their growth. These actions were key to protecting the ecosystem and ensuring the continuity of the species planted during previous reforestations.
"These types of activities not only help the environment, they also strengthen the sense of community and responsibility among our students,"said the university's Social Commitment area.
Environmental training with social impact
Universidad Panamericana has reiterated its commitment to the integral formation of its students, promoting not only their academic excellence, but also their active participation in issues of social and environmental impact.
"Environmental conservation is a shared responsibility. These experiences reinforce institutional values and motivate our university community to live to serve," said the organizers.said the organizers.
This activity is a tangible example of how higher education can be integrated with environmental activism to generate positive and lasting impact. The experience not only benefited the natural environment, but also promoted environmental promoted ecological awareness among the young participants.
Preservation of El Centinela Forest: a green lung in Zapopan
The El Centinela Forestlocated north of the Guadalajara metropolitan area, is one of the main green lungs of the municipality of Zapopan. Its preservation is vital for local biodiversity, water catchment and urban climate regulation.
The collaboration between the Universidad Panamericana and Bosque Urbano de Extra A.C. represents an important step in the consolidation of reforestation, care and cleanup programs. reforestation, care and cleaning of this natural space, which faces threats such as fires, deforestation and urban sprawl.
The event was also supported by Embotelladora AGAwho sponsored the team's hydration. Collaboration with socially responsible socially responsible companies strengthens the scope of this type of project.
Continuous commitment
The Universidad Panamericana reiterates its commitment to environmental educationeducation, the sustainability and the formation of responsible citizens. Through activities such as this, the university community acts as an agent of change in the protection of the natural environment. protection of the natural environment..
The institution calls on universities, companies and citizens to join this type of initiative, with the conviction that change begins at the local level and is consolidated with each collective action..
Learn more about Universidad Panamericana 's sustainability initiatives at: www.up.edu.mx/sostenibilidad
