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During May 2026, representatives of the Universidad de Cuenca participated in activities held in Bruges as part of the international project ICP Connect: Beyond the Souvenir: A Multi-Regional Project for Authentic and Sustainable Hospitality Education, an initiative that promotes sustainability and innovation in tourism and hospitality education. The project brings together universities from Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America, fostering the exchange of experiences and th

As part of the activities of the Warmi VIVAmente project, out-of-town students from the Universidad de Cuenca who live on their own took part in an enriching learning experience in the gastronomy laboratories of the Faculty of Hospitality Sciences 🏫🍴. During the activity, participants learned basic baking techniques 🥖🧁, developing new culinary skills in a dynamic, engaging, and enthusiastic environment 😊. The experience allowed students to share knowledge and discover th

As part of the integral activities of the Warmi VIVAmente project, students and teachers took part in an inspiring field trip to the majestic Cerro El Plateado 🏞️. The experience combined learning, community tourism, and team-building activities 🤝. Throughout the day, participants engaged in a variety of activities focused on the tourism component of the project 🌱🧭, allowing them to appreciate the natural environment while reflecting on the importance of responsible and s

We are pleased to share that the research groups Ciudad Patrimonio Mundial (CPM) and PREIT-tour from the University of Cuenca 🎓 presented the results of their project: “Balance between Tourism and Heritage: Glocal Indicators for Urban Sustainability in the Historic Center of Cuenca.” This project was the winner of the 21st Internal Call of VIUC 🏆 and was presented to the Commission of Historical and Heritage Areas of the city of Cuenca. During the presentation, the team exp