The 17th edition of the Unicamp Open Doors Program – UPA 2022 is approaching and should bring excitement to the Barão Geraldo campus, in Campinas. Around 430 schools signed up, and more than 30 students are expected to learn about undergraduate courses and the structure of faculties and teaching and research institutes and to participate in various activities prepared by professors, students and university staff. The event will be held this Saturday (27), from 8am to 17pm, and entry is free.
Among the educational institutions registered for the UPA are schools throughout the State of São Paulo and Mato Grosso do Sul, Rio de Janeiro and Minas Gerais, such as Colégio República do Saber, in Cambuí (MG). There, the courses that most interest students are in the areas of health and technology. A student at the institution, Pedro Felipe Souza wants to learn about the Pharmacy course and check out the musical attractions scheduled for the Teatro de Arena and Palco Saúde. "I really want to study at Unicamp, whether because of the structure of the campus, with libraries and laboratories, or for the support and opportunities it offers to students. When I research the university, I am enchanted by the structure, which makes me even more anxious", says Pedro.
School coordinator, Natasha Neves highlights the class's interest in learning about the courses and details of university life. "We believe it will be an excellent opportunity for us to present the structure and courses offered by Unicamp to students. We know the importance of attending universities of excellence, such as Unicamp, for the personal and professional growth of our students", she comments.
Students at Etec de Monte Mor, in the metropolitan region of Campinas, also have high expectations. "UPA is a highly anticipated moment for our students, it is very important that students have the opportunity to get to know the campus, the Unicamp courses and the people who are where they intend to be in the future. This encourages them in studies, and their excitement reflects positively on the other students at the school", assesses Wagner José da Silva, director of the unit.
"Some colleagues already know the area they want to pursue, but have not yet chosen the course. Therefore, the visit will show the possible paths and help those who have not yet decided to, perhaps, be a student at Unicamp in the coming years", he shares Diego Jacober, student of the technical course in Systems Development, who wants to continue in the technology field: "Nothing better than getting to know an institution that is a national reference, both in the job market and in academia."
Luiz Fernando Pereira still has doubts about which area he intends to pursue. "I'm a little undecided, I'm thinking about studying Medicine, Dance or Chemical Engineering. That's why I want to get to know all types of areas, participate in lectures and activities", says the young man, who also wants to get to know the open spaces on campus : “I love outdoor spaces, I've seen several videos that show this."
Diverse programming
UPA 2022 activities will take place throughout the entire day of the event and can be seen on the website upa.unicamp.br under the tab “programming” and in the “Unicamp de Portas Abertas” application, available for download on the App Store, for iOS users, and on the Play Store, for those using Android.
Visitors will be able to visit laboratories, workshops and auditoriums and observe the operation of equipment and resources used in scientific research and experiments. There will also be demonstrations of experiences and professional practices. The units offer lectures and conversation circles on the curricular structure of undergraduate courses, professional performance and topics related to different areas of knowledge. During the activities, students will be able to talk, exchange experiences and ask questions with teachers, students and professionals who have graduated from Unicamp.
It will be possible to get to know the units' student entities and associations, such as academic centers, athletics and junior companies, and important bodies and services for university life, such as the Cesar Lattes Central Library (BCCL) and the Student Support Service (SAE) . Visitors will also be able to obtain information about the Unicamp Entrance Exam from the Permanent Commission for Entrance Exams (Comvest). There will also be fun activities, such as games and workshops.
To facilitate visits to the entire Barão Geraldo campus, UPA will have buses that will travel four routes, covering all courses and units. For those who prefer to enjoy the campus trees and open spaces at Unicamp, there will be a fifth walking route. Monitors will accompany visitors and will be able to answer any questions that arise along the routes.
Culture and infrastructure
In addition to the activities prepared by the faculties and institutes, the UPA will also feature a series of cultural activities. Music, dance and theater performances will take place in the student reception space (in the parking space behind the Cesar Lattes Central Library), at the Arena Theater (Praça do Ciclo Básico) and at Palco Saúde, close to the Faculty of Medical Sciences ( FCM). Check the list on the UPA website, in the field “Cultural Programming”.
In this edition, those who cannot attend the Unicamp campus will still be able to participate in the UPA. The Executive Secretariat for Communication (SEC) will present a special program, live, on the TV Unicamp channel on YouTube. It will have special guests and will present to the public some of the services and differences offered by Unicamp to its students.
Three food courts will be available with various gastronomic options. They will be installed in Praça do Ciclo Básico, in the health area, close to the FCM and in the reception space (Central Library pocket).
Traffic on campus will be altered to accommodate visitors. All streets leading to Praça do Ciclo Básico will be closed during the day. The space will be exclusive for pedestrian circulation. Gate 1, close to the Faculty of Physical Education (FEF) and the University Restaurant (RU), will be exclusive for buses. Individual vehicles can access the campus through the other entrances and use the parking spaces on the roads and pockets located on Avenida Bertrand Russell. Boarding and disembarking of students coming on school trips will take place on Avenida Érico Veríssimo. Specific guidelines for schools are available on the UPA website under the tab “Guidelines for the visit”.
Beware of Covid-19
Since the beginning of the pandemic, Unicamp has been concerned with preventing the transmission of Covid19 on its campuses. For UPA 2022, precautions remain. As it attracts many people, the university recommends that visitors wear masks throughout their visit and reinforces that their use will be mandatory in closed environments. It also advises constant hand hygiene and not to attend if you have symptoms of the disease on the day of the event.
SERVICE
17th UPA - Unicamp Open Doors
August 27st, from 8am to 17pm
Barão Geraldo Campus (Campinas) - Free Entry
Information by phone/WhatsApp (19) 3521-2121 or by email upa@unicamp.br