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Adriana Sadun's exhibition 'Entre Cauces' is installed at the Galería de la Alcaldía de Cuenca, taking the city's rivers as its starting point. It is free to visit until Sunday, November 15, 2026.

Discover Cuenca's architectural and artisanal past with two special heritage house tours scheduled for Thursday, September 24, and Saturday, September 26, 2026. These routes offer a unique opportunity to explore municipal properties in the Historic Center, delving into the city's educational, artisanal, musical, and architectural history.

The University of Cuenca began its second academic period on September 15, 2026, welcoming approximately 16,000 students, including 4,200 new admissions. This period runs through February 2027, highlighting the city's vibrant educational landscape and the high demand for university places.

A new real estate and architectural project, Casa Toquilla Studios & Suites, was presented in Cuenca's Historic Center on September 10, 2026, focusing on investment and respecting local heritage.

Cuenca's universities, remote work, and overseas demand are opening new opportunities for local technology professionals. The same trend creates tax, financial, and labor-protection questions when a foreign company has no legal structure in Ecuador.

Universidad Católica de Cuenca says 38 postgraduate programs now have recognition within the United States higher-education system, including 27 master's degrees and 11 specializations. The university says the result expands the international projection of its programs.

A Cuenca studio is pushing regenerative architecture beyond pretty green walls. Estromas is working on projects that bring plants, animals, water systems, bamboo, and neighborhood context into the design itself.

The University of Azuay has opened an international design contest tied to the Olivetti Vivo project. Students from Latin American universities can enter for free, with finalists exhibited at Cuenca’s Museum of Modern Art.

A school near Cuenca's Banco Central replaced stairs with a ramp connecting three floors and removed many classroom doors to support inclusive learning. The project was designed for Unidad Educativa Estrellita Creativa by local architects from Ruptura Arquitectura.