University of Antofagasta facts for kids
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Universidad de Antofagasta
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University of Antofagasta seal
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| Motto | Luz y vida en el desierto |
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| Type | Public |
| Established | March 20, 1981 |
| Location | , |
| Website | http://www.uantof.cl/ |
The University of Antofagasta (often called UA) is a big public school in Antofagasta, Chile. It's a place where students can learn and researchers can discover new things. It's also known as one of the "Chilean Traditional Universities."
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About the University of Antofagasta
The University of Antofagasta is a public university. This means it is supported by the government. It focuses on both teaching students and doing important research. The university is located in the city of Antofagasta, which is in Chile.
How the University Started
The University of Antofagasta began on March 20, 1981. It was created by joining two older university branches. These were regional parts of the Universidad de Chile and the Universidad Tecnica del Estado.
The idea for the university came from a long history of teaching about mining in the Antofagasta region. For a long time, people in the area learned about mining. The university continued this tradition. Its main goals are to create, share, and spread new ideas. This includes advancements in science, technology, culture, and art for the region.
Working with Other Universities
The University of Antofagasta is part of a special group. This group is called the Consortium of Universities of the State of Chile. Its short name is CUECH. This network connects all the public universities in Chile.
Being part of CUECH helps the University of Antofagasta work with other schools. They share ideas and help make public education better. They also work together on research projects. This helps Chile grow and develop in many ways.
External links
- Official website: http://www.uantof.cl/
See also
In Spanish: Universidad de Antofagasta para niños
