OVERVIEW
IASAS South America unites Student Affairs professionals across the continent to share expertise, inspire innovation, build institutional partnerships, and enhance the student experience.

Regional Director

Fernando A. Montejo A.
Regional Director for South America
Dr. Fernando Augusto Montejo Ángel is the IASAS Regional Director for South America and Director of University Wellbeing at Universidad Católica de Colombia. A psychologist and Doctor of Education, he has extensive experience in student affairs, university wellbeing, extracurricular education, student retention, inclusion, and the development of socio-emotional competencies. His research and publications examine how wellbeing programs, extracurricular activities, play, and institutional support contribute to students’ holistic development and persistence in higher education. He has also worked on initiatives addressing educational climate, university orientation, gender equity, peaceful coexistence, and support for virtual and distance-learning students. Through his academic, administrative, and IASAS leadership, he promotes inclusive, student-centered services and stronger professional collaboration across South American higher education.

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News
Colombia puts student wellbeing in focus
At the ASCUN University Wellbeing National Plenary in Colombia, higher education leaders examined the role of wellbeing in the student experience. IASAS Vice President David Newman participated as a keynote speaker. The September newsletter also notes regional work on sport, international education and digital credentials.







