The Universidad Andina Simón Bolívar (Simón Bolívar Andean University, or UASB) is a regional university with campuses in several Andean countries, including Ecuador and Bolivia. Founded in 1974, it focuses on higher education and research in social sciences, economics, law, international relations, and sustainable development. The university aims to promote integration and development in the Andean region through interdisciplinary education, applied research, and public policy analysis. UASB is known for fostering academic excellence, regional cooperation, and leadership development, preparing students to address social, economic, and environmental challenges in the Andean countries and beyond.