Zamorano University and BAC Strengthen Their Alliance to Advance Education and Sustainability

Universidad Zamorano and BAC Credomatic continue to strengthen their strategic partnership through the signing of a new collaboration agreement in 2026, reaffirming their shared commitment to education, sustainability, and the creation of opportunities for young people across the region.

The agreement was signed with the participation of Valeria Ríos, Vice President of Commercial Strategy, Marketing, and Sustainability at BAC; Jeff P. Cohen, President of Zamorano University; Alejandro Osorio, Director of Institutional Development; and María José Baires, Fundraising Manager for Honduras. All highlighted the importance of this partnership in fostering regional development.

Since 2024, both institutions have worked collaboratively to develop a program focused on expanding access to educational scholarships, as well as implementing social and environmental responsibility initiatives.

This joint effort has led to impactful actions that combine academic advancement with environmental stewardship, including reforestation initiatives aimed at promoting sustainability and environmental conservation.

In 2025, the partnership reached a significant milestone with the formalization of an agreement that enabled the awarding of a partial scholarship to a Honduran student, who is currently in their second year of studies at Zamorano University. This opportunity represents tangible progress in the shared mission of preparing professionals who contribute to sustainable development in the region.

As part of the program’s environmental component, a reforestation initiative was carried out with the participation of BAC collaborators, as well as Zamorano students and staff.

This initiative reflects the comprehensive approach of the partnership, integrating education, sustainability, and community engagement to generate a positive impact on the environment.

With the signing of this new agreement in 2026, the program continues to consolidate with a projected timeline through 2028. Both institutions are currently advancing through the second year of implementation, strengthening their impact and expanding its reach to benefit more young people and the environment.

AgroHub drives innovation at AGRITRADE 2026

As part of the AgroHub project, led by Zamorano University and IDB Lab, the initiative had a strong presence at AGRITRADE 2026, a regional event held in Antigua Guatemala that brings together key stakeholders from the export sector of fruits, vegetables, and high-value agricultural products.

Academic leadership in the international ARC2026 community

Zamorano University continues to strengthen its global positioning in higher education through its participation in the ARC2026 conference of the WSCUC (WASC Senior College and University Commission), one of the most relevant international forums on accreditation and academic quality.

Strengthening Water Governance: Election of the Santa Inés Micro-Watershed Council

In a significant step toward sustainable natural resource management, the General Assembly for the election of the Santa Inés Micro-Watershed Council was successfully held. This process, carried out under the Yeguare Project—a joint initiative between Zamorano University and the Embassy of France in Honduras—marks an important milestone in ecosystem protection and in strengthening climate resilience in rural communities across the region.