Celebrating Our Humanistic Vision with the 8th Annual IE Foundation Prizes for the Humanities
Over the last few decades, technological innovations have largely been responsible for pushing society forward, completely transforming everything from how we live to the way we work. And as technology continues to prove its value in our daily lives, some would ask: why should we care about the humanities? Why should we immerse ourselves in […]
Connecting data to customers: how the Bachelor in Data & Business Analytics opened doors to a career in customer experience
For Paula García, data analytics isn’t just a dry academic subject—it’s all about connecting with people. Discover why Paula chose IE University, what she sees as the advantages of studying in Segovia, and how the skills and experience she gained prepared her for a career at a pioneering software company. Paula García is a graduate […]
Segovia: At the Intersection of Tradition and Technology
Past and future intertwine at IE University’s campus in Segovia. The ancient town, located in Castile and León, just a train ride away from Madrid, traces back its history to the bygone era of the Celtic and, later, Roman civilizations. The plentiful waters of the Eresma River have fuelled continuous habitation of the area since […]
All Things Urban: Pursuing Sustainable Urban Development
“I think nowadays, it’s super important to put sustainability at the core of decisions. It’s like a framing, like putting on glasses and looking at a smart city, and always asking what can we do to make our city more liveable and future-proof?”—Stefanie Horn Stefanie Horn got into urban studies because wanted to make a […]
Top Architectural Talent Meets at IE University
IE University invited architects Abdelkader Damani, Tomeu Ramis and Elisa Silva to participate in a new edition of the Design Entrepreneurship Workshops, organized by IE School of Architecture and Design. Recognized for their international prestige, the three professionals spent a week between Segovia and Madrid to work alongside architecture students from IE University and teach […]
What Will Characterize the Cities of Tomorrow?
How cities will change to accommodate sustainability? Associate Dean of IE School of Architecture and Design Cristina Mateo has several decades of experience in both academia and the professional realm. With journalism training, a PhD in Sociology and an Executive MBA in E-business from IE Business School, Professor Mateo is an expert in ethnology, branding […]
Connecting Young Alumni with Successful Mentors at the Flash Mentorship Event
IE Global Alumni Relations recently hosted the first-ever edition of a new and exciting initiative designed to guide and support IE University students, even long after graduation. The event, called Flash Mentorship, was held on January 21 under the theme of “Making 2023 your best professional year yet.” This groundbreaking event is further proof of […]
International Day of Women and Girls in Science: STEM Talent Girl Awards
We recently had the pleasure of interviewing two amazing women, Angela Brito and Sophia Gurria Hamdan, who have just won the STEM Talent Girl Award. In the interview, we delved into their personal journeys and experiences as young women in STEM. They shared their insights on the challenges they faced, the resources and support that […]
All you need to know about the Dual Degree in Economics + Urban Studies
IE University is preparing to launch its newest dual degree in September 2023. We sat down with Manuel Peréz and Patricia Gabaldón—the academic directors of the Bachelor in Urban Studies and of the Bachelor in Economics, respectively—and asked them all about a program that will help graduates address some of today’s most pressing issues holistically […]