International recognition awarded by Google
Google recognizes our commitment to transforming education.
01 — A milestone in our journey
to receive the Gemini for Education Reference University distinction for our advances in the use of artificial intelligence in higher education.
What it is, what impact it has and how it positions Mariano Gálvez University of Guatemala.
It is an international distinction that is part of the Google for Education Reference Program, through which Google recognizes educational institutions that stand out for implementing its technologies and artificial intelligence solutions.
In higher education, it distinguishes institutions that have shown significant integration of Gemini and other artificial intelligence tools to strengthen university education.
It represents significant progress in positioning UMG as an institution committed to technological innovation and the transformation of higher education.
It positions UMG as a benchmark in adopting artificial intelligence tools, with new educational experiences and the training of professionals prepared for an increasingly technological environment.
This achievement reaffirms our commitment to innovation and drives us to keep transforming the learning experience.
It brings new opportunities to our students and teachers, within an international community of institutions committed to educational innovation.
The mission of the Google for Education Reference Program is to amplify, connect and empower a global network of exemplary institutions that use Google for Education to positively transform the future of education.
They are examples of how Google AI helps personalize learning, automate administrative tasks, generate useful insights and empower students, teachers, administrators and researchers. Their deep integration of Gemini and NotebookLM across the institution expands what is possible in teaching, learning and research.
They demonstrate leadership with deep implementations of Google technology across the institution.
They know how to measure and communicate the impact of technology on teaching and learning.
They share their stories, best practices and lessons learned with other institutions and are a public reference for Google for Education.
As a reference institution, UMG joins an exclusive international community with concrete benefits.
Be recognized worldwide as a leading institution for its use of Google for Education to drive better learning outcomes.
A customized Gemini for Education Reference University badge for the website, institutional materials and social media.
A press kit with Google-approved language and the chance to be featured on The Keyword blog or in a case study.
The institution's story is highlighted in the Google for Education directory, on google.com/edu and in the Learning Center.
The leadership team joins an international community of education leaders to share cases, resources and best practices.
Invitations to exclusive events and training sessions, in person and virtual, to stay at the forefront.
Participation in the Trusted Tester program to try new tools before launch, with direct feedback to Google.
The opportunity for the institution's story to be shared at Google conferences and presentations around the world.
Five areas in which the recognition boosts the learning experience, research and UMG's global profile.
Integrates AI tools that transform teaching and learning experiences.
Training for teachers and students in the responsible and strategic use of emerging technologies.
Positions UMG within an international community of benchmark institutions in technological innovation.
New tools for analyzing information, generating knowledge and developing academic projects.
Modernization of processes and technology solutions in service of academic excellence.
Gemini, NotebookLM and the AI features of Google Workspace for Education open up new opportunities to teach, learn, research and optimize academic processes.
Google recognizes our commitment to transforming education.
We continue to drive academic excellence through innovation, technology and knowledge, with an education that evolves to meet the challenges of the future.
Innovation sets us apart.
