University History
Faculties and Degrees
Notable Figures
Campus Curiosities
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In what year was the Central University of Ecuador founded?
In 1620
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How many faculties does the Central University currently have?
21 faculties
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Which famous Ecuadorian doctor was a professor at the Central University?
Eugenio Espejo
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In which city is the main campus of the Central University located?
Quito
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What was the original name of the Central University of Ecuador?
University of Saint Thomas of Aquino
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What is one of the oldest academic programs at the university?
Medicine
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Which president of Ecuador studied at this university and promoted educational reforms?
Gabriel García Moreno
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What area of the campus is popular among students?
Plaza Indoamerica
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What happened at the university in the 19th century?
It became a symbol of secular and scientific education.
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What major is studied in the Faculty of Philosophy, Letters, and Education Sciences?
Careers related to education, language and literature, history, philosophy and social sciences.
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Name an outstanding woman who graduated from Central University
Matilde Hidalgo de Procel
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Which museum is located within the university?
The University Museum
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Which Ecuadorian intellectual was a precursor of the Central University and a critic of colonialism?
Eugenio Espejo
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What is the difference between a faculty and a degree?
Faculty is a university division; bachelor's degree, the degree earned.
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Which Ecuadorian writer, author of Cumandá, was associated with the university?
Juan León Mera
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What important symbol is located in front of the rector's office?
The Spirit of Culture Mural