The Western University is a research university located in the city of Quito, Ecuador. It was founded in 1869 by General Ignacio de Veintimilla and is one of the oldest universities in South America. The university has an enrollment of over 33,000 students and offers programs in medicine, engineering, architecture, dentistry, and other fields.
The Western University is one of the leading research institutions in Ecuador and has produced many notable alumni, including Nobel laureate Gabriel García Márquez and president Rafael Correa. The university has a strong commitment to social responsibility and provides financial aid to students from low-income families. It also operates a number of outreach programs aimed at improving access to higher education for disadvantaged groups.