UEPB

UEPB stands for Universidade Estadual da Paraíba, a public state university in Paraíba, Brazil. The institution operates under the oversight of the state government and is part of Brazil’s system of public higher education. Its activities span teaching, research, and extension, with a network of campuses and unidades across the state, the largest of which is traditionally located in Campina Grande.

The university offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs across areas such as the humanities, social and exact sciences, health, engineering, and education. Programs are organized into faculties or schools, and the institution pursues research initiatives, partnerships with public and private organizations, and extension projects designed to address regional needs. This focus on teaching, research, and community outreach aims to contribute to regional development and social advancement.

Governance at UEPB is headed by a rector and supported by administrative and academic bodies responsible for strategic planning, budgeting, and policy implementation. The university operates within the standards and accreditation framework established by Brazilian education authorities and aligns its curricula with national guidelines for higher education.

Campus life and services at UEPB include student support, scholarships, cultural and extracurricular activities, and access to libraries and laboratories. Through extension programs, the university engages with communities, offering education, health, technology transfer, and other services intended to broaden access to higher education and foster regional innovation.