Zamorano University Recognizes INCAF’s Support for Salvadoran Students

Group of Salvadoran students in blue shirts with Zamorano University staff in front of the flags during the INCAF recognition event

Zamorano University hosted a recognition event to honor El Salvador’s National Institute for Training and Education (INCAF) for its valuable support of higher education through a scholarship program that has benefited 20 Salvadoran students, providing them with opportunities to advance their academic and professional development.

The visit included a campus tour, giving the INCAF delegation an opportunity to explore Zamorano’s academic facilities and experience its signature Learning-by-Doing educational model firsthand. The delegation visited several hands-on learning areas to gain a closer look at the practical experiences that are central to a Zamorano education.

A member of the INCAF delegation talks with a guide during the tour of Zamorano University campus facilities

The visit also featured a recognition ceremony attended by university leadership, INCAF representatives, and students. Dr. Ana Maier, Vice President and Academic Dean of Zamorano University, and Osmin Gerardo Olivo, Vocational Training Specialist at INCAF, delivered remarks to attendees.

Overview of the INCAF recognition ceremony, with students seated facing the podium in a Zamorano University hall

During the ceremony, students who successfully completed their first three years at Zamorano with support from INCAF scholarship funds received certificates of recognition. The occasion celebrated their dedication and academic achievements while highlighting the importance of expanding educational opportunities and investing in the potential of Salvadoran youth.

Salvadoran students hold up their certificates alongside Zamorano University leadership and INCAF representatives in front of the flags

The event also provided an opportunity for scholarship recipients to express their gratitude for the support they have received and reaffirm their commitment to applying their knowledge and skills to contribute to El Salvador’s development.

A Salvadoran student supported by INCAF funds expresses her gratitude at the microphone, accompanied by her classmates

This initiative further strengthens the partnership between Zamorano University and INCAF, reflecting a shared commitment to expanding access to high-quality, comprehensive education and preparing professionals with the skills and knowledge to make a meaningful difference in their communities and across the region.

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