University of Quintana Roo facts for kids
Universidad de Quintana Roo
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Motto | Spanish: Fructificar la razón: trascender nuestra cultura |
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Motto in English
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"Fructify reason: transcend our culture" |
Type | Public university |
Established | 24 May 1991 |
Academic affiliations
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ANUIES, CONAHEC |
Rector | Ángel Ezequiel Rivero Palomo |
Academic staff
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350 |
Students | 5,359 |
Undergraduates | 5,241 |
Postgraduates | 118 |
Location |
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Mexico
18°31′27″N 88°16′15″W / 18.5242°N 88.2709°W |
Campus | Chetumal (Main), Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, Cancún |
Colors | Green and gold |
Mascot | Toucan |
The University of Quintana Roo (UQROO) is a public university in Mexico. It is located in the state of Quintana Roo, which is part of the Yucatán peninsula. The university first opened its doors on May 24, 1991. It helps students learn and grow in many different subjects.
What is UQROO?
The University of Quintana Roo is a place where young adults can go to study after high school. It is a "public" university, meaning it gets support from the government. This helps make education available to many students. UQROO has several campuses across Quintana Roo. This means students can study in different cities like Chetumal, Playa del Carmen, Cozumel, and Cancún.
Learning and Studying
UQROO offers many different study programs. These programs help students prepare for various jobs and careers. The university has a special area called the Division of Health Sciences. This part of the university focuses on subjects related to health and medicine. It officially opened on October 23, 2010.
The University Library
The university has a large library system. It is a great resource for students and teachers. The library holds more than 36,634 books and other learning materials. Students can use these resources to research, study, and complete their assignments.