Dec 13, 2019 | Alumni, Study abroad
Maat Hazel Castillo Mancera
My name is Maat Hazel Castillo Mancera, I am currently 25 years old, graduated from the University of Celaya in International Trade and I am studying for a Master's Degree in Applied Sciences in Business Administration in Poland.
First of all, I would like to thank all the people who have been part of my trajectories and have taught me everything I know, all those who have supported me in my growth and especially my parents who have always been behind my achievements.
After finishing high school at Colegio Marista de Celaya, I had the opportunity to go to study again the last year of high school at Winston Churchill School, San Antonio, TX, where I graduated and obtained recognition for my career by having represented the institution at the regional level in various competitions. At this point in my life I realized that what I wanted was to become a great entrepreneur with an international focus and I needed to acquire the best skills to become one.
I returned to Celaya and started working as an English trainer in an open high school and in the company Avon Cosmetics, where we started a language training project in which we worked together with different areas of the company to develop the skills of the staff, both labor and administrative.
I began my university studies at the University of Celaya, with the idea of establishing a business located in the Bajio region related to International Trade, so I decided to study my career in this area because of the leadership skills and focus on personal growth that the University imparts to its students.
During my first semesters at the University I had studied and read about the growing economy of Brazil and how it has positioned itself over the years as the strongest economy in Latin America, competing with other countries including Mexico, so I decide to do a semester in this country and based on that goal I focused my dedication to get good grades and be recognized by my teachers, I decided to apply as one of the candidates for this opportunity and in a couple of weeks I was notified that I was selected and that next semester I would be doing part of my studies in one of the most prestigious Universities in Latin America and the world: Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul, in Porto Alegre, Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, along with five classmates from my same University with whom I made very close relationships.
At the University I gained a deep understanding of the economy of this country and the development it has undergone, and I also developed the Portuguese language, which would help me later on in my career.
I return to my alma mater, the University of Celaya, and I am left with a thorn in my side from my international apprenticeship that makes me want to look beyond what I had at the time.
At the end of my professional career and a couple of months before graduation I decided to look for scholarships to pursue my graduate studies abroad in business administration, a field that caught my attention during my undergraduate studies, so I dedicated much of my time to search and apply for different scholarships and opportunities around the world, looking for prestigious institutions where I can develop and grow my skills and develop new ones.
Among my options was the University of Poland in Czestochowa, which offers me a scholarship for one hundred percent of my graduate studies for the entire period linked to my performance as a student of this institution so I decide to take this opportunity and move to Poland.
During my stay in Poland and as a Polish student I apply and compete for the scholarship granted by the European Union Erasmus, which provides a monetary support to perform a student mobility for a semester at one of the Universities with agreement in different countries within and outside the European Union, A couple of weeks after my application I was informed of the acceptance of my mobility, so I decide to move to Lisbon, Portugal, to do a semester at the Instituto Superior de Comunicación Empresarial, in which I successfully conclude my career getting to expand my communication and marketing skills.
I return to Mexico to renew my VISA and to spend a pleasant moment with my family and I find out about a scholarship granted by Educafin and the Government of the State of Guanajuato called Talentos de Exportación, so I decide to apply before my return to the second year of the master's program. Weeks after my application I was summoned to Leon, Gto. for a final interview and it was there where they told me that I had been selected to represent the state as the first generation of this economic support to better conclude my last two semesters, in which, together with them, we will carry out a project to help the state according to my knowledge acquired in recent years.
Sep 25, 2019 | Academic quality, Academic Excellence Uni
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The University of Celaya has a significant impact on organizations and in the formation of human talent through training for small and medium enterprises, non-profit organizations and government institutions. We motivate the productive and administrative sector of our region to achieve the best practices to be more efficient, productive, provide better service and take advantage of all the human talent and opportunities for innovation, growth and development that exist.
Research on human development in the company and studies on business opportunities in Celaya have been carried out.
In addition to this, there are projects that solve specific needs of companies, such as analysis to improve processes, development of corporate identity and websites for organizations such as Agencia Misionera Sin Fronteras and Cielo Abierto, and Assertive Communication programs for INFOPOL.
Sep 11, 2019 | Innovation
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The University of Celaya by working firmly in the construction of the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Ecosystem of the Bajío.
To do so, they have partnered with the best global experts and learned from successful examples around the world, developing a flexible talent training model that is sensitive to the real needs of companies.
As a result, the Business Creation Macro-Workshop in conjunction with Harvard University has trained more than 1,100 people in Mexico and 800 in Peru.
An initiative was also presented to reform the Law of Innovation of the State of Guanajuato in order to facilitate processes, procedures and support to encourage the creation and development of companies in our state.
In 6 years, more than 700 projects have been carried out with 700 companies or organizations through the Business Linking Program.
Participation in the creation of the Citizen Observatory for the Tourism Council of the City of Celaya, we have created the Start Up Center, we are the first in the region to be part of the ENACTUS program and the first to promote FreshBiz and the Fuckup Nights to promote innovation and entrepreneurship in our community.
Sep 4, 2019 | Social Responsibility
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In the social area, the University of Celaya, through the results of programs such as: Service Learning, where students learn by working and serving others, in sustainable projects that improve the living conditions of a social group.
With this perspective, in the last 5 years alone, they have benefited more than 60 children in vulnerable conditions thanks to the PERAJ program.
More than 700 people can see better thanks to the visual health campaign in conjunction with Lentes al Instante.
More than 300 children from the AMANC Foundation enjoyed a special day for Children's Day.
More than 1,000 people have received medical, nutritional and psychological care through the Diagnosis and Care Clinics.
And countless beneficiaries can be counted in projects such as FESE Women, women entrepreneurs, Saturday nutrition campaigns, work with the Nutrition and Life Foundation, skills development workshop for older adults, assertive "yes or yes" workshop with adolescents, a workshop on disability awareness, video for the United Foundation for parents of young people with alcohol intake, Blog de ayuda that serves as support for parents and guardians. Self-sustainable bakery in the community of Soria. Social entrepreneurship projects for young people with disabilities at the Henry Wallo School, the operation of the Celaya Nutritional Center, the MAIAA Program for pediatric patients with overweight and obesity. Support programs for nursing homes for the elderly, university health caravans, nutritional care programs for schools in the city, brief intervention with women detected with breast cancer, workshop to cope with daily stress.
In addition, several research projects have been conducted on violence and the media, human rights and the control of conventionality, population nutrition in vulnerable groups, community tourism, hospitality and tourist identity.
Social responsibility for the environment is built daily by creating awareness in our community about the importance of living a healthy life and being conscious of our ecological footprint on the planet.
That is why we are a declared 100% smoke-free campus, and we are working on becoming a plastic-free and litter-free campus.
Aug 21, 2019 | Study abroad
Our student winner of the UNI-INTERNACIONAL SCHOLARSHIP, Cinthya Araceli Calva from the Marketing and Advertising career, shares her experience of living an international semester at the Universidad Francisco de Vitoria, Madrid, Spain.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Yes, it was one of the reasons why I entered the Uni.
When you entered your career, did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
The truth is that since I was in high school I had already planned to go to study in another country for a semester or a year but my parents were not very convinced, it was until I was already in my career that they told me that I would apply for the call.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
No, never.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
Well, there were many things, first I wanted to learn more about my career but in another country to see if they were more advanced and to be able to learn new things in another university, then to meet new people, make friends from all over the world, learn about the culture of the country and travel.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Because I love Spain, it is a beautiful country that has a lot to offer, very nice people, the lifestyle is very good, its gastronomy, many beautiful places where you can go.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
At first I was scared and nervous but also very excited, I think all of us who have gone to study in another country for the first time when we arrive to that country feel very nervous about what will happen, you are there, alone at the airport and thousands of miles away from home and there you realize that the adventure begins because you are completely alone and at the same time you feel very excited to know what the future has in store for you, I was anxious to meet the people who for the next 6 months would be my best friends and my family away from home.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Very good, the people were very nice, only the students were not as warm with the exchange people as we are here in Mexico.
What did you miss most about Mexico?
My family, my boyfriend, my friends, my dog, the food and the spicy food, I love spicy food and it was horrible because they eat with zero spicy food.
What about the Uni?
To my friends.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced?
Without a doubt, having met and made friends from many parts of the world, living with them every day, making many plans with them such as picnics at the Parque del Retiro, going to parties, going for a tinto de verano, and going on many trips together. Without a doubt, meeting them was the best part of this experience.
And the hardest part?
Being away from my family and my boyfriend and also learning to live alone because, for example, sometimes I would arrive home from college at 11:00 p.m. and I still had to prepare dinner, do homework and wash clothes, so sometimes it was very hard, but with time I got used to it.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
It has taught me so many things, not only in school, but more than anything in life it taught me that you can go as far as you want to go and to always fight for your dreams, it is definitely worth it.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
Totally, going on an exchange is one of the best things that can happen to you as a person and above all as a professional. Thank you for this great opportunity!
Aug 19, 2019 | Study abroad
Our student Alison Michelle Quintanilla, a student of Global Business at the University of Global Business at the University of Celaya and winner of the Uni Scholarship for a stay at the Pontificia Universidade Católica at the Pontifical Catholic University of Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil, shares with us more about this incredible opportunity.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
I had full and complete knowledge about these programs and scholarships, it was one of the reasons why I decided to enter the University of Celaya; because I believe that the opportunities it offers are really good.
When you entered your career, did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
I not only believed it, it was one of my main goals in my stay at the university, the truth is that I had not yet planned the destination, but I was very clear about my goals.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
Never, it always caught my attention, but I had not had the opportunity.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
It was a set, because just as my parents motivated me to continue my studies and maintain my average, I also wanted to improve myself and be better every day, to set goals and overcome new challenges.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
I wanted a new project in my life, something out of my comfort zone and to learn a new language, besides Brazil is a country with a large territorial extension where you could fit almost all of Europe in it. I was also very interested in the way business is conducted, as it has a lot of economic relevance in South America and how foreign investment has become important.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
It was an incomparable experience since I had never been and lived alone for more than a week, I had never been on a plane, let alone gone to another country; it was a very interesting challenge and I would definitely repeat it.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
They were very friendly, cheerful people always willing to help you in any way possible and the teachers were very professional, dedicated and experts in their field.
What did you miss most about Mexico?
Definitely my family, I consider myself a person extremely attached to my parents, but that did not stop me from facing the opportunity that was presented to me.
And clearly the food since, like Mexico, its culture and gastronomy are second to none.
What about the Uni?
Although the academic level of PUCRS is good, I missed the way our great professors teach and the teacher-student relationship we have.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
There are several things I would like to say; learning a different language is for me like installing another software, meeting people who are not in your usual social circle is interesting because at least in my case that I lived in a house where we lived around 60 people, it was challenging to live together and not kill each other by sharing common areas, it was also exciting to see new places, share the view of the wonderful scenery with people who become important in your life and great friends.
And the hardest part?
There was nothing that I really considered difficult since I took it as a new challenge to overcome, learn from it and take it with the best possible philosophy.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
I know that I will take with me new knowledge and skills with which I will be able to face the world of work and my personal life in a more creative and courageous way.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
Totally, they are incredible opportunities and probably unrepeatable, not because of the fact of being or living in another place, but because where could we find people or places that can pay for the school we want to attend in another country, probably exist, but if you are already if you are already in a university that already offers you these benefits and opportunities, why not take advantage of it and take advantage of it?why not take advantage of it and make the best of it?
Besides, I repeat, it is an unforgettable experience because; I learned a little more about the life outside my comfort zone, the real life that awaits me and with certainty I can say that I am more prepared for the challenges to come.
I am very grateful to Uni for giving me the opportunity to acquire new knowledge and skills that I will surely be able to take full advantage of in this and the following stages of my life.
I also thank PUCRS for supporting my personal and academic development.
Aug 16, 2019 | Innovation, Study abroad
My name is Juan Carlos Gallegos Cárdenas, I am originally from Celaya, Gto. A year ago I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration. This document contains my most outstanding achievements at the University of Celaya and abroad.
My story begins in 2014 when I entered the race. I remember that the first thing I did was to talk to my future director Alejandro Saldaña. He told me about all the development opportunities offered by the university abroad, but above all about the success stories of former students of the faculty. At first the idea of traveling abroad and studying abroad seemed very distant and difficult. What I didn't know was that little by little my life was going to surprise me more than I imagined.
During my third semester I had the opportunity to work in Statistics class on a collaborative project of statistical water consumption in Celaya with JUMAPA. A project that at first seemed like a school project ended up being the beginning of my first success. Shortly after in 2015, the first call from Educafin and UNI came out to present a project at California State University, Fullerton. After seeing this opportunity I applied directly to the call, unsure of what was going to happen I had faith in my level of English and the importance of my project. The news had come and it was done. I would go to represent my university in California with 3 other colleagues. There I had the opportunity to meet the students of the university and for the first time to present my project in English. After having returned, I felt very motivated and sure that I had the tools to achieve anything, only if I put my mind to it and fought for it.
Some time later I applied for other calls without success, until one day UNI debuted its first edition of Trep camp 2017. This program consisted of an intensive course in the United States on entrepreneurship. The program's participation was optional for my generation but for me it was another opportunity I could not pass up. Shortly after I was selected to go to San Diego State University to do a workshop in entrepreneurship and a high impact project. This experience opened my mind a lot because I got to meet world-class companies such as Qualcomm, Takealessons and iBoss, in addition to complementing the teachings of the university in business. I also met brilliant young people with whom I was able to have a great friendship that remains to this day.
Days after returning from San Diego, I had the opportunity to do an exchange semester at Hallym University in South Korea. Thanks to the agreements that the University of Celaya maintains, I was able to live in another country and learn about a culture different from my own.
I have always felt very supported by everyone at UNI. Talking with my director, he also told me that not only academic achievements are rewarded, but also extracurricular ones. He encouraged me to be curious and to always be eager to learn.
In 2018 I was recognized with the merit medal, being highlighted as one of the best students of the entire university along with another friend of the faculty. Already at that time I was going to graduate and awards were given to different students for their trajectories. In my case I had the honor of receiving the "UNI Pride for International Impact" award, thanks to all my achievements abroad, and at my graduation I received an honorable mention as the second best average of my class.
A few months before graduating I had applied for the "Gobernadores 2018" scholarship from Educafin that selected 10 outstanding young people from the state to live in Washington, DC for a semester studying a public policy seminar and doing professional internships, in my case I was in the area of trade and investment at ProMéxico. This program has been one of my most important achievements since I was able to have another international experience but more focused on the world of work and international politics. On that occasion I had the privilege of being decorated by the governor of the state of Guanajuato, Miguel Márquez Márquez, to put the name of my state and my university on a high level.
For as long as I can remember, I have always wanted to study in Germany and learn about its culture. This country has always been known for always getting ahead despite any situation, for the high quality of its educational institutions and its work culture. I have been learning German and improving my English since before studying my career, in order to be prepared for this moment.
This year I have been accepted at the University of Applied Sciences Nürtingen-Geislingen located in the outskirts of Stuttgart (Capital of the state Baden-Württemberg) which is located in one of the strongest economic regions of Germany and Europe. Today the university is one of the top 10 universities of applied sciences in Germany and has more than 5,000 students at all levels of education.
I am eternally proud to be UNI. I thank the University of Celaya from the bottom of my heart for giving me tireless support in my projects, giving me the tools to be competent in the world, believing in me and in my personal and professional development.
Thanks to you I have succeeded.
Aug 16, 2019 | Innovation, Study abroad
Hello, my name is Astrid Serrato Mandujano, I am 21 years old and I am from Apaseo el Alto, Gto.
I attended elementary school in my municipality, then I entered UNI High School, and when I finished it, I decided to stay to study a Bachelor's Degree in International Commerce.
During my career I distinguished myself by:
- Participate in the Certification course in the practice "Business Sustainability and Commercial Logistics in Colombian Ports", developed in the cities of Santa Marta, Barranquilla and Cartagena Colombia (October 24-29, 2016).
- I participated in the Radar Network (November 18-19, 2016).
- I participated in the national program "Peraj, adopt a friend", where I served as a tutor for elementary school children, supporting and motivating them to develop and improve their academic performance (Cycle 2016-2017, Celaya, Gto.).
- I obtained the medal for academic excellence (February 2018).
- I participated in the 8th Olympiad of Foreign Trade 2018 (May 20, 2018, Querétaro).
- I was the winner of UNI Scholarship to study one semester in South China Business College of Guangdong University of Foreign Studies (September-January 2018 semester).
- I became certified in the ASPEL SAE, COI and NOI programs (May 2019).
- I was a winner of the Leaders in Canada call by the State Government, which I had to give up in order to continue participating in the call to study a Master's Degree in China (June 2019).
- I am currently a winner of the call for Export Talents China Chapter by the State Government to study the Master's Degree in E-Commerce at Zhejiang Gongshang University in Hangzhou China (July 2019).
I was interested in participating in this call because when I was in China, I was struck by the great technological progress, the communication channels, the services provided, as well as the handling of currency in commerce, where with just one application, you can carry out transactions, buy, sell, pay, etc., without carrying cash or bank cards.
Previously when I traveled to other countries, I observed the differences that exist with respect to our country, and I realize that we need to update ourselves to be more competitive, my career being focused on international trade, has a strong link with the Master's degree that I will take in China.
I believe that it will not be easy to learn Chinese in one year, but rest assured that I will do my best to meet the expectations.
Jul 31, 2019 | Study abroad
Michelle Suárez, estudia Arquitectura y obtuvo la Beca Internacional Uni para estudiar en la Universidad de Lleida, España.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Sí, pero no a detalle.
When you entered your career, did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
No realmente.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
No, never.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
Conocer nuevas culturas a través de otros estudiantes de intercambio, así como su plan de estudios y comparar la manera de hacer las cosas en otros países.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Porque siempre quise conocer Europa y España era el país que me ofrecía el programa internacional, además de tener muchos íconos arquitectónicos.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
Mucha emoción ya que no podía creer que estaba al otro lado del mundo y un poco de miedo por viajar sola por primera vez fuera de México.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
Me recibieron bien, todos fueron muy amables.
What will you miss most about Mexico?
La comida, definitivamente.
What about the Uni?
El plan de estudios y las instalaciones.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
Conocer a personas de distintos países con el mismo gusto por la misma profesión al igual que viajar por otros países cercanos.
And the hardest part?
Adáptame a las normas de construcción que tienen en el país, así como traducir del catalán al castellano.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
A pesar de que me costó trabajo, espero que lo que aprendí en España podamos empezarlo a implementar en México, ya que son técnicas muy buenas y es momento de trascender como país.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
¡Definitivamente! Los invito a participar en estos programas.
Jul 30, 2019 | Study abroad
Emma Castillo is studying International Commerce and was awarded the Uni International Scholarship to study for a semester in Gijón, Spain.
When you entered Uni did you know there were international programs?
Yes, that was the main reason why I decided to stay at Uni.
When you entered your career, did you think you would go to live and study abroad?
I always believed in it, it was something I wanted to do, but at some point I thought it could not be possible, but with effort I had the opportunity and I was able to achieve it.
Have you ever lived or studied outside of Mexico before?
No, never.
What prompted or motivated you to study in another country?
To be able to learn about another culture, to get to know another country as a student, to be able to live this experience at this age and above all to be able to grow both culturally and personally, to know that I could meet many people of different nationalities and feel what it was like to live away from home, without having everything so easy, to know that it was a challenge because it was something completely new for me.
Why did you decide to study in that country?
Because from the moment I decided to go abroad to study, I had always thought about Europe so that when I was studying I could take advantage and get to know other countries in that continent and Spain was what they offered at that time.
How did you feel when you arrived in the new country?
It took me a while to realize that I was in another country and on another continent, but the moment I arrived I could not believe that I had fulfilled one of my dreams and that I was so far away by myself, without my family and friends.
How have you been received at the university where you arrived?
There were always people who helped us and were very attentive if we needed anything. It was shocking to see for the first time the University where I was going to study.
What will you miss most about Mexico?
What I missed the most was the food, of course after my family and friends, but something I also missed a lot was the hospitality and charisma that we Mexicans have.
What about the Uni?
The atmosphere that can be experienced within the classroom, teachers, friends and classmates.
What is the most exciting thing you have experienced so far in this experience?
Being able to make a small family with people I did not know, the fear of knowing if we would get along well (difficult when they are all women ha ha) but at the end of the day we managed to make a very nice friendship full of good memories and experiences.
And the hardest part?
Adapting to an educational system very different from the one you are used to, where you don't have mid-term exams but simply a final exam.
But the most difficult thing is to say goodbye to the friends you have made along the way and you don't know when or if you will see them again.
What do you expect as a person and as a professional from this program?
May all that I have lived and learned improve or positively change the person I am and not remain just another trip.
Do you recommend these opportunities provided by Uni to your colleagues?
100 percent!!! if something was clear to me with this experience, it is that if you want to do something, do it and do not stay with the "what will happen or what would have happened?" you have to try and that fear or uncertainty is not an obstacle to get what you want.
