C3IS and Reed College explore new pathways for academic cooperation
3/16/26
The Carlos III International School (C3IS) recently welcomed a delegation from for an intense and productive meeting that laid the groundwork for a new collaboration between two leading academic institutions.
This initiative is built on a shared commitment to academic excellence and to providing high-quality services that enhance the international student experience. As a result, starting next fall, the Carlos III University of de Madrid (UC3M) will welcome students from this prestigious college, headquartered in Portland.
On this occasion, we had the pleasure of welcoming Brenda Pimentel, Deputy Director in Spain; Brian David George, Director of the Reed Barcelona Universities Program; and Liz Adams, member of Reed College’s Board of Trustees. During their visit, the Reed College representatives met with C3IS staff and gained valuable insight into the university’s structure, operations, and academic environment.
The meeting was chaired by Álvaro Escribano, Director of the Carlos III International School, together with Loles Morell, Director of the C3IS Student Office. We were also joined by Mª Victoria Pavón Lucero, Dean of the School of Humanities, Communication and Library Sciences; Juan Pablo Rodríguez, Vice-Dean for International Relations and Academic Exchanges; César Huete, Head of the School of Engineering; Patricia López Navarro, Vice-Rectorate for Degree, Quality and Mobility Studies; Javier López Correas, Director of Support for Teaching and Degree Administration Services; and Elisa María Ruiz Navas, Director of Engineering Programs, Research Labs, and Tailor-Made Courses at C3IS.
Throughout the meeting, participants reflected on key aspects of higher education, exchanged ideas, and learned more about Reed College’s academic approach and distinctive characteristics, while also discussing potential avenues for future collaboration. The visit marked an important step toward strengthening institutional ties and developing new opportunities for academic cooperation.
