UCE History
In what year was the Central University of Ecuador founded?
1826
How many faculties does UCE currently have?
21
Which Ecuadorian president studied at UCE?
José María Velasco Ibarra
What is the name of UCE’s student newspaper?
Vanguardia Universitaria
What was the original name of the university?
Universidad de Santo Tomás
Name one program offered in the Faculty of Philosophy.
Education
Name a famous Ecuadorian writer who studied or taught at UCE.
Benjamín Carrión
Where is the university theater located?
On the main campus
During whose presidency did UCE become a public university?
Gabriel García Moreno
Which faculty offers the Medicine program?
Faculty of Medical Sciences
Which former rector promoted university reform in Ecuador?
Raúl Vallejo
When is UCE’s anniversary celebrated?
July 18th
What major event happened in 1946 at UCE?
The university moved to its current campus
What is the oldest faculty at UCE?
Faculty of Law and Social Sciences
Who was the first woman to earn a university degree at UCE?
Matilde Hidalgo de Procel
Name one active student group or club at UCE.
Dance Club