UNAM celebrates 475 years of history and institutional milestones

The Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México (UNAM) is celebrating its 475th anniversary, marking a history that traces back to the Royal University of Mexico established by a royal decree in 1551. To commemorate this milestone, the university has organized an extensive agenda featuring over 360 activities, including academic forums, conferences, and environmental initiatives such as planting 475 trees across various faculties.

A central part of the festivities includes the reopening of the Sala Nezahualcóyotl following nearly a year of renovations. The reopening concert, held as part of the Festival CulturaUNAM, will feature the world premiere of ‘Fanfarria volcánica’, a work composed by three-time Grammy winner Gabriela Ortiz. This piece serves as a tribute to the institution and will also celebrate the 90th anniversary of the UNAM Philharmonic Orchestra (OFUNAM) and the 50th anniversary of the Sala Nezahualcóyotl.

The anniversary celebrations included an extraordinary session of the University Council attended by former rectors and representatives of the Mexican government, including the Secretary of Science, Humanities, Technology, and Innovation.