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🎓 UCAM celebrated the Feast of San Antonio de Padua, bringing together the university community to honor its patron saint and reflect on the institution's mission and future.

During the celebration, UCAM announced four new academic programs for the upcoming academic year, including degrees in Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Higher University Teaching, and Neuroeducation. The university also highlighted another major milestone: the opening of the UCAM Madrid Campus this September, which will welcome its first students in five bachelor's degree programs.

These developments mark another step forward in UCAM's commitment to innovation, academic excellence, and student-centered education.

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https://international.ucam.edu/university-news/san-antonio-de-padua-feast-ucam-launch-four-new-degrees-next-academic-year

🌍 UCAM's international students are making a significant contribution to the economy of the Region of Murcia.

According to a recent ICEX study, international students generate value far beyond the classroom, supporting local businesses, housing, transportation, hospitality, and other key sectors. With 3,500 students from 135 countries, UCAM continues to drive economic growth while enriching campus life through its global community.

The findings highlight the important role international education plays in creating opportunities, attracting talent, and strengthening regional prosperity.

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https://international.ucam.edu/university-news/ucams-international-students-drive-strong-economic-impact

🤝 UCAM strengthened international cooperation between Spain and China through a recent visit from a high-level delegation from Jinan, the capital of China's Shandong Province.

During the meeting, representatives explored new opportunities for collaboration in education, culture, tourism, and knowledge exchange, with water culture identified as one of the first joint initiatives. The visit marked an important step in fostering mutual understanding and building stronger connections between both regions.

These efforts reflect UCAM's ongoing commitment to international collaboration and global engagement.

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At UCAM, San Antonio is more than a tradition 💙💛

Known as Saint Anthony of Padua, he represents faith, humility, and community. His legacy is deeply connected to the UCAM community, and today is a moment to pause, celebrate, and appreciate the unity that makes our university feel like home 🎓✨

🌍 UCAM expands its academic programs in the United States!

During NAFSA 2026, the world's largest international education conference, UCAM representatives held more than 100 meetings with universities and institutions from around the globe, strengthening existing partnerships and exploring new opportunities for academic collaboration.

Among the highlights were discussions with St. Leo University in Florida to develop international dual-degree programs at undergraduate and master's levels, as well as expand cooperation in research and doctoral studies. These efforts build on UCAM's growing network of global partnerships and its commitment to providing students with an increasingly international educational experience.

🔗 Read the full story: https://international.ucam.edu/university-news/ucam-expands-academic-programs-us

🙏 UCAM joins Pope Leo XIV at the historic youth vigil in Madrid.

More than 200 UCAM pilgrims, including students, faculty, staff and family members, gathered in Plaza de Lima to take part in one of the most significant moments of the Holy Father's visit to Spain. The event was marked by prayer, fellowship and a shared commitment to faith, culminating in an unforgettable encounter with Pope Leo XIV.

A particularly moving moment came when the Holy Father blessed a baby from the UCAM delegation as he passed through the crowd, creating a lasting memory for the university community.

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https://international.ucam.edu/university-news/ucam-joins-leo-xiv-historic-youth-vigil-madrid

Today at UCAM we proudly celebrate the Day of the Region of Murcia: a land that inspires our mission of education, innovation, and service every day ❤️💛

Murcia is more than our home, it is the heart of our international community, where tradition meets excellence and students from around the world come together to grow, learn, and succeed 🌍🎓

🌍 UCAM continues to strengthen its global presence, marking its 10th consecutive year at NAFSA, the world's largest international education conference.

With 3,500 international students from 135 countries, UCAM is expanding opportunities through dual degrees, mobility programs, international research, and global partnerships. This year's participation in Orlando also resulted in new agreements with universities in Turkey and Peru, creating additional opportunities for students in International Relations, Marketing, and Sports Science.

Discover how UCAM is building connections and opportunities around the world.

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https://international.ucam.edu/university-news/ucam-strengthens-its-international-profile-us

The latest Fundación CYD Ranking, one of the country’s most respected university assessments, highlights UCAM with 13 top-performance indicators across key areas including research, employability, internationalization, knowledge transfer, and teaching quality.

Among the highlights:
✅ Regional leader in top-performance indicators
✅ Top rankings for research funding and innovation
✅ Strong graduate employability outcomes
✅ National recognition for international students and English-taught degrees
✅ Outstanding results in Law, Business, Journalism, and Education

Discover what these results mean for students, researchers, and the future of higher education at UCAM.

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https://international.ucam.edu/university-news/cyd-ranking-highlights-ucam-13-top-performance-indicators

🏆 15 years. 15 titles.

UCAM has once again finished at the top of the Spanish University Championships medal table, extending its remarkable streak to 15 consecutive years.

With 170 medals (97 gold, 44 silver and 29 bronze), our student-athletes continue to set the standard for excellence in university sport.

Congratulations to every athlete, coach and member of the UCAM community who made this achievement possible. 💙💛


https://international.ucam.edu/university-news/ucam-fifteen-consecutive-years-top-spanish-university-sports