National University of San Marcos
National University of San Marcos
The National University of San Marcos (UNMSM) is a public research university located in Lima, Peru. It is the oldest continuously operating university in the Americas, having been founded on May 12, 1551. The university is considered one of the most prestigious in Peru and Latin America.
History[edit | edit source]
The National University of San Marcos was established by a royal decree issued by King Charles V of Spain. The university was initially named the "Royal and Pontifical University of the City of the Kings of Lima" and was later renamed in honor of Saint Mark.
Campus[edit | edit source]
The main campus of the National University of San Marcos is located in the Lima District, covering an area of approximately 170 hectares. The campus is home to various faculties, research centers, libraries, and museums.
Academics[edit | edit source]
The university offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across a wide range of disciplines. It is organized into 20 faculties, which include:
- Faculty of Medicine
- Faculty of Law and Political Science
- Faculty of Engineering
- Faculty of Social Sciences
- Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Research[edit | edit source]
The National University of San Marcos is known for its significant contributions to research in various fields, including medicine, engineering, social sciences, and humanities. The university operates several research institutes and centers that focus on areas such as biotechnology, public health, and archaeology.
Notable Alumni[edit | edit source]
The university has produced many notable alumni, including:
- Mario Vargas Llosa, Nobel Prize-winning author
- Javier Pérez de Cuéllar, former Secretary-General of the United Nations
- César Vallejo, renowned poet and writer
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Lima
- Peru
- Charles V, Holy Roman Emperor
- Saint Mark
- Mario Vargas Llosa
- Javier Pérez de Cuéllar
- César Vallejo
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