Holguín, situated in eastern Cuba, is an historic city that seamlessly blends history, culture, and natural beauty extending into the pre-Columbian era. Known for its warm and welcoming atmosphere, the city boasts a mix of colonial architecture and modern influences. Landmarks like the San Isidoro Cathedral and Calixto García Park showcase Holguín’s historical and vibrant present. The city’s cultural scene thrives through art galleries, theaters, and the lively Romerías de Mayo festival. Surrounded by lush landscapes and with stunning beaches in proximity, Holguín provides a well-rounded experience for delegates seeking a glimpse into Cuba’s past, a taste of its culture, and the beauty of its natural surroundings.

The University of Holguín is committed to enhancing its international presence and fostering meaningful academic and cultural exchanges. As part of this effort, we have established strong partnerships with leading educational institutions worldwide, creating exciting opportunities for collaboration.

These agreements facilitate the exchange of students and faculty and enable the development of innovative joint research and development projects. We are excited to invite you to join us at the upcoming International Conference of Holguín, where you can be part of this dynamic network, share knowledge, and contribute to the advancement of global education and research.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with scholars, experts, and institutions from different countries in a collaborative environment that values creativity, innovation, and sustainable development.

Join us and be part of shaping the future of international cooperation!

Located in the captivating Province of Holguin, the Hotel Las Brisas stands as a beacon of comfort, offering a truly remarkable experience for WEFLA SECAN attendees. Perched on the shores of the Caribbean Sea, this all-inclusive hotel provides a picturesque backdrop for the conference. Hotel Las Brisas at Guardalavaca is a haven where academia and pleasure seamlessly intertwine, leaving conference participants with lasting memories of a truly extraordinary event.

We invite you to explore the rich cultural heritage and vibrant academic environment of Cuba. As we work to strengthen our international presence, we remain deeply committed to the values of our island, where history, a passion for learning, and innovation come together.

Holguín offers a unique opportunity to explore the island’s storied past, its colorful traditions, and its dynamic educational landscape. Through established partnerships with top educational institutions worldwide, we are creating exciting opportunities for academic exchange, cultural dialogue, and collaborative research.

This event is not only a chance to engage with leading scholars and experts but also an invitation to experience Cuba’s inspiring history of resilience, creativity, and intellectual growth.

• All proposals can be submitted and presented in Spanish or in English.
• Please submit an abstract of no more than 250 words plus 3 to 5 keywords.
• There can only be a maximum of three authors for the proposal.
• Your thematic area can be related to any of the Workshop Themes.
• The full text for publication will be submitted for blind peer review to be approved and published in the memories of the event.
• Text length between 6-10 pages.
• References in APA 2016 (citation index).
• All proposals must follow this format in order to be included in the Academic Program.
• Once you receive notification of the acceptance of your proposal you must send to the Academic Committee your presentation in PowerPoint or equivalent.
• Those presenting virtually must send a video that does not exceed 5 minutes with the main ideas of their proposal.
• The video will be presented by the moderator asynchronously if necessary.
• In all cases there will be interaction among participants through the congress website.
• All participants will be sent the link to join the event one week before it begins.

Commission presentations should be at least 10 minutes long with a maximum of 15 minutes. Presentations done in English will not be translated. Presentation slides should be submitted in either PowerPoint or PDF format. We request that you use the provided PowerPoint template or image overlay for your presentation. Slides can be written in English, Spanish, French, or all three. Translated handouts in PDF Format are always welcomed. Click here to download a zip file of the Convention template.

Each presentation is limited to 15 minutes.

Posters should have dimensions of no more than 90 centimeters (36 inches) vertical x 60 centimeters (24 inches) horizonal.

Posters must contain: Title of the research, authors’ data (names and surnames, institutional affiliation, e-mail, country), an abstract, justification, general objective, theoretical approach, methodology and results of the research.

Posters can be in English, Spanish, French or all three. Translated handouts in PDF Format are always welcomed.

Files should be in an mp4 format no more than 15 minutes in length. They must contain: Title of the research, Author’s data (names and surnames, institutional affiliation, e-mail, country). Complete audiovisual work must be submitted by the deadline for proposals.

The University of Holguín is an institution with more than half a century of educational and scientific experience. Since its inception, its mission has been to meet social needs through the comprehensive and continuous training of professionals in the fields of Exact Sciences, Economics, Engineering, Agriculture, Law, Social Sciences, Humanities, Education, and Physical Culture.

The University of Holguín (UHo), founded in 1968, is situated on the eastern end of Cuba in the capital city of the province bearing the same name. Known for its beaches on the northern coast, Holguín is one of Cuba’s most popular tourist destinations. When Christopher Columbus landed in nearby Gibara in 1492, he wrote in his diary that, “this is the most beautiful land ever seen by human eyes.” Today, the city is the fourth largest in Cuba and is commonly referred to as the “City of Parks.”

Fully accredited by the Cuban Ministry of Education, The University of Holguín has a very rich history with a focus on education in the region. UHo’s mission is to satisfy the needs and demands of the community through continuous and integral formation of professionals.

UHo has four main campuses and consists of 8 faculties:

• Business & Administration Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Arts & Letters (Communication)
• Computer Mathematics
• Engineering
• Natural and Agricultural Sciences
• Educational Sciences
• Physical Fitness and Sports

UHo also has 13 satellite campuses in its other 11 municipalities to expand access to residents throughout the province.

The university also offers graduate level doctorates in five areas:

• Pedagogical Sciences
• Technical Sciences: Industrial Engineering
• Technical Sciences: Mechanical Engineering
• Physical Therapy
• Administration

UHo is a research institution with six different centers focused on the needs raised by the community of Holguín. The research centers include:

• Educational Sciences (CECE)
• Computer Assisted Design and Manufacturing(CAD/CAM)
• Business Administration (CEGEO)
• Occupational Education
• Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation (AFIT/COMB)
• Arid Agricultural Ecosystems (CEAAR)

Each center strives towards achieving goals while aligning its own mission with that of the University’s. This provides unparalleled continuous return both at the university level but more importantly at the community level.

UHo has a total enrollment of 20,437, with 10,926 undergraduate students. A teaching staff of just under 2,000 provides formation for 49 career paths, with improving and contributing to the community as a central focus.

https://www.uho.edu.cu/

ORGANIZING COMMITTEE

Rosabel González Cruz
 rosabel@uho.edu.cu
 +53 52065447
 +53 24480943

Yunelsys Hechavarría Creach
 yunelsys@uho.edu.cu
 +53 54536995
 +53 24480943