Institutional Updates

May 2021

• “Communication is in Google’s DNA”
  May 31, 2021
  Florencia Sabatini, a professor in the Master’s Program in Communication and Marketing Management at ORT, has been appointed the new Head of Communications for Google Latin America.
• The New Middle East
  May 31, 2021
  On Monday, May 24, 2021, Dr. Spektorowski, an expert in political theory and comparative politics, delivered a lecture titled “The New Middle East.”
• Scratch Week organized by Universidad ORT Uruguay Plan Ceibal
  May 31, 2021
  As part of Scratch Week, which took place from May 17 to 23, 2021, Plan Ceibal (Digital Labs) and the ORT Uruguay School of Engineering jointly organized activities aimed at promoting programming education among children.
• A real estate market hit hard by the pandemic
  May 31, 2021
  The pandemic has led Uruguayans to spend more time at home, whether working remotely or simply relaxing. How has this situation affected demand for real estate? Michelle Fleitas, an instructor in the Specialization Diploma in Real Estate Business at ORT’s School of Architecture, analyzes the situation.
• The Carolan Marketing Research Forum compiled research on consumer behavior
  May 31, 2021
  The initiative supported projects on consumer behavior and culminated in an online forum where the winning projects were presented.
• Professor led a Scratch workshop for teachers organized by the University of Costa Rica
  May 31, 2021
  A basic Scratch workshop was held for secondary school teachers in Costa Rica.
• ORT's MBA Program Was Recognized for Its Academic Excellence in an International Ranking
  May 31, 2021
  The MBA Universidad ORT Uruguay at Universidad ORT Uruguay 23rd in the América Economía rankings. For more than 25 years, it has been the only program in the country to appear in this ranking. It ranked 19th in the Academic Strength category and 18th in Internationalization and Diversity.
• The university is hosting an international marketing conference
  May 28, 2021
  On May 10, 2021, Universidad ORT Uruguay, through its School of Business and Social Sciences and its School of Communication and Design, in partnership with the Carolan Research Institute, hosted the Carolan Marketing Research Forum – Universidad ORT Uruguay 2021 (CRF ORT – 2021).
• "Monsters vs. Viruses" Declared a Matter of Ministerial Interest
  May 28, 2021
  The medical game "Virus vs. Monsters" was designated as being of Ministerial Interest by the Ministry of Public Health on May 25, 2021.
• An educator has been appointed president of the Uruguayan Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB)
  May 27, 2021
  Marie-France Bourgeois is the new president of the Uruguayan Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB Uruguay), representing our university.
• Aspiring designers are working on Rediseña 2021
  May 27, 2021
  Six projects by students from the School of Design are participating in the Rediseña 2021 competition.
• The Vice Rector spoke at a symposium titled "Academic Credits in Uruguay: From (and Within) Higher Education Institutions"
  May 27, 2021
  Julio Fernández, an engineer, spoke on behalf of Universidad ORT Uruguay.
• The Role of Young People in Building Political Parties in Latin America
  May 26, 2021
  Interview with Magalí Pagliano, a student who received an honorable mention in the regional essay contest for young people organized by Diálogo Político, a publication of the Konrad Adenauer Foundation.
• Sports, an industry that increasingly bases its decisions on big data
  May 25, 2021
  Based on the premise that data analysis is useful for decision-making in both small and large organizations, big data has taken on a leading role in strategic and commercial applications across all sectors. One such sector is sports. ORT students and graduates working in data analysis in this field share their professional experiences.
• The History of the Nuclear Agreement with Iran
  May 25, 2021
  Dr. Alberto Spektorowski, an expert in political theory and comparative politics, analyzed the current status of the nuclear agreement with Iran.
• How should organizations be managed in times of uncertainty?
  May 25, 2021
  Online conference: “Strategic Management in an Era of Uncertainty,” by Dr. Xavier Gimbert, professor and consultant.
• Architect Paulo Mendes da Rocha Dies at Age 92
  May 24, 2021
  He is considered one of the most important Brazilian architects of recent decades, not only for his built work but also for his commitment to education and his significant influence on young architects.
• Workshop on Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Violence
  May 21, 2021
  As part of its policy against sexual and workplace harassment, on May 21, 2021, Universidad ORT Uruguay a workshop titled “Discrimination, Harassment, and Sexual Violence,” led by Érika Edelman, M.A. in Psychology.
• Five trends that will shape the future of work
  May 21, 2021
  Lecture titled “Human Resources in Times of Disruption,” by Carolina Bellora, B.A.—Executive Director of BizArt Group and visiting professor at the Graduate School of Business at Universidad ORT Uruguay.
• One drone, one pixel: the exhibitions the world's biggest brands are investing in
  May 20, 2021
  The logic behind drone displays is simple: one drone equals one pixel. The logistics, however, are not so straightforward. It requires a multidisciplinary team of professionals up to date with the latest trends to be able to fly more than 3,000 drones in a synchronized and simultaneous manner. It is on this type of display that the world’s leading brands are betting, in pursuit not only of higher revenue but also of virality.