Carrera Trabajo Social UCE

Can you imagine a university with roots stretching back centuries? Right here before us stands Carrera Trabajo Social UCE, a part of the sprawling Universidad Central del Ecuador. This institution isn’t just a place of learning. It’s a living testament to Ecuador’s rich history, a stage where pivotal moments have unfolded. Carrera Trabajo Social UCE is housed within the Universidad Central del Ecuador, or UCE. The UCE’s story begins in 1620 with the founding of Universidad San Gregorio Magno by the Jesuits. Later, in 1688, the Dominicans established Universidad Santo Tomás de Aquino. These two institutions, powerhouses of knowledge in their time, merged in 1786 to form the Real Universidad Pública Santo Tomás de Aquino de Quito. The university played a crucial role in Ecuador’s journey to independence. In 1830, key figures gathered within its walls to declare Ecuador’s separation from Gran Colombia. This declaration was later formalized in Riobamba with the drafting of Ecuador’s first constitution. President Vicente Rocafuerte, in 1836, officially designated the institution as the Universidad Central del Ecuador, the name it proudly bears today. Carrera Trabajo Social UCE, as part of the UCE, is thus heir to this vibrant legacy. The university has weathered its share of storms, including closures under various political regimes. Yet, it has always risen from the ashes, a symbol of resilience and the enduring power of education. In 2018, Carrera Trabajo Social UCE demonstrated its commitment to global collaboration by strengthening its partnership with the Universidad Nacional de José C. Paz in Argentina. This partnership focuses on student and faculty exchanges, joint research projects, and the development of specialized courses, enriching the educational experience for students on both sides. Today, Carrera Trabajo Social UCE stands as a beacon of social work education within this historic institution. It offers a nine-semester program focused on empowering students to address social issues and create positive change. As you stand here, imagine the generations of social workers who have walked these halls, carrying with them the weight of history and the hope of a better future. They are the living embodiment of the UCE’s motto: “Omnium Potentior Est Sapientia” – “All-Powerful is Wisdom.”