This 2026, Tecnológico de Monterrey commemorates five decades of presence in Mexico City. The milestone will be celebrated with a comprehensive agenda of academic, cultural, and sports activities at its Santa Fe, State of Mexico, and Mexico City campuses.
Tec’s Enduring Presence and Impact in the Capital
Paulina Campos, Vice President of Tec’s campuses in Mexico City, emphasized the institution’s continuous presence in the capital, its strong ties with government, businesses, and society, and its significant academic, social, and cultural impact, extending from the capital to an international level.
Campos highlighted that this commemoration is not merely an exercise in historical memory but an opportunity to reinforce Tec’s role as an active participant in public discussions and in generating solutions for major urban challenges.
“Universities not only train talent; we also produce knowledge, generate evidence, and have an active responsibility in building better cities,” stated Campos.
A Comprehensive Agenda for Mexico City’s Future
The anniversary celebration is structured around two strategic pillars: the Center for the Future of Cities and Distrito Tlalpan. Both initiatives by Tec de Monterrey aim to connect the institution with society, government, and academia to foster development in the southern part of the capital, as well as in other cities across Mexico and Latin America.
“Celebrating this anniversary also means committing ourselves to what lies ahead: contributing to making Mexico City more livable, more just, and better prepared for the future,” added Paulina Campos.
Highlights of the 50th Anniversary Celebrations
The Mexico City campuses will host a variety of activities and events designed to spark relevant conversations for the city and the country.
1. Global Leadership Conferences
A key component of the celebration is a series of conferences featuring internationally renowned figures:
- A master lecture by Audrey Tang, former Digital Minister of Taiwan, who will discuss digital democracy and collective intelligence.
- A master lecture by Jacinda Ardern, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, focusing on empathetic leadership and crisis management.
2. Congresses and Academic Thought
The institution seeks to project the future of Mexico City through various academic gatherings:
- The “50 Ideas for the Future of CDMX” Congress, focusing on health, biotechnology, and the future of cities.
- A Congress on Good Practices in Public Administration.
- A Congress on Conscious Companies and a Business Meeting.
3. Tec Dialogues with the City
The cultural agenda includes design events, music, and theatrical performances for the community and the general public:
- The “Sintropía” exhibition at Zona Maco, celebrating Tec’s 50 years at Latin America’s most important contemporary art fair.
- Festivals and shows: The VIBRART Tec Arts Festival, the Spring Concert at Lunario, and a production of the musical Mamma Mia.
4. Heritage and Memory
Art exhibitions will highlight Mexican history and artistic legacy:
- The “Modernist Chimeras” exhibition at the Palacio de Bellas Artes, already open to the public.
- The itinerant exhibition “Migrants: A Story of Two Hearts,” available to the Tec community.
- An exhibition showcasing the legacy of artist Gilberto Aceves Navarro and exhibitions on Heritage and Tradition.
5. Community and Sports
Sports events, organized in collaboration with other institutions and organizations, will promote community spirit and athleticism:
- The Think Feel Run race: A race on Paseo de la Reforma scheduled for February 22.
- Capitanes vs. Borregos: A friendly basketball game between the Capitanes and the best players from the three campuses.
- Pumas vs. Borregos: A friendly American football game between the Pumas from UNAM’s Ciudad Universitaria and the best players from the three campuses.
- An anniversary dance.
The celebrations underscore Tec de Monterrey’s commitment to innovation, education, and its continued contribution to the development and well-being of Mexico City.
Source: https://conecta.tec.mx/es/noticias/ciudad-de-mexico/institucion/tec-de-monterrey-celebra-50-anios-en-la-ciudad-de-mexico
