The University System for the Elderly (by its acronym in Spanish) was created at the end of 2012 with the objective of integrating, training and qualifying older adults in the region. It has been conceived to be a space that offers academic, intellectual, artistic, recreational and recreational activities for seniors. The System promotes
The System promotes the creation of an academic model based on fundamental principles such as: flexibility and uniqueness, both in thematic content, as well as schedules and modalities of the teaching and learning process.
The SUAM offer is made according to particular demand needs and characteristics of the users. The courses and workshops offered by the System are grouped into areas of interest such as:
Health and psychological development: The objective is to provide theoretical and practical tools for the care of the physical health and comprehensive human development of the elderly.
Humanities: The objective of this block is to introduce yourself to the world and the taste for books and their authors. As well as offering a theoretical and methodological approach to oral and cinematographic history for the registration of collective memory, as well as the legal area.
Computing and languages: The intention is to develop theoretical-practical skills in the use of languages and the computer as well as learn to use basic programs and the use of the Internet.
Arts and culture: Develop skills with recycled and reused materials, and acquire the basic principles of drawing and painting, as well as physical activation in dance