>> During the event, special recognition was given to Dr. Arturo López for his outstanding teaching work throughout the 2024-2025 academic year.
>> ADEMA President Diego González highlighted the value of educational and technological innovation, research, internationalization, social responsibility, and the combined synergies between academic institutions to achieve excellence and educational quality.
>> The Director General of Universities, Sebastián Massanet, congratulated the new graduates and emphasized their dedication and commitment to learning.
>> The Vice Rector of the UIB, Víctor Homar: “You carry a responsibility, that of exercising your profession with rigor, empathy and commitment to people and society.You carry with you a responsibility, that of exercising your profession with rigor, empathy and commitment to people and society.”
>>Inca Mayor Virgilio Moreno: “The opening of a new university campus marks a turning point for our city.”
Inca’s Teatro Principal has become the setting for one of the most eagerly awaited moments for students, families, and faculty of the ADEMA University School: the graduation ceremony for the fourth graduating class of the Bachelor’s Degree in Dentistry and the second graduating class of the Bachelor’s Degree in Human Nutrition and Dietetics, degrees affiliated with the University of the Balearic Islands (UIB).
A total of 70 students officially completed their university studies in a ceremony filled with emotion and commitment to their healthcare vocation. The event brought together more than 500 people, including institutional representatives, family members, and faculty and management staff who supported the new graduates throughout their training.
The president of the ADEMA University School, Diego González, addressed the recent graduates, highlighting the effort, dedication, and capacity for improvement demonstrated by each of them throughout their training. González noted that “the graduates have not only acquired scientific and technical knowledge, but have also developed their skills and training both at the Integrated Clinic and at various collaborating healthcare organizations, as well as fostering their core values such as empathy, social responsibility, and commitment to health.”
During his speech, Diego González also highlighted ADEMA’s educational model, which focuses on pedagogical innovation, service-learning, applied research, and practical training in real-life contexts. “Our students don’t only receive their education in the classroom or in university clinics; they also participate in our international weeks and in cooperation and volunteer projects, such as those developed in Kenya, and in local initiatives with a social impact that demonstrate that university education must be at the service of society,” he emphasized.
Furthermore, the president praised ADEMA’s active role in strengthening the Balearic Islands’ R&D&I system, thanks to its participation in knowledge transfer, applied research, and technological innovation projects. “Our model is based on a strategic alliance between public and private institutions, which allows us to attract talent, boost economic development, and guarantee quality university education connected to the needs of the region,” he stated.
González also referred to ADEMA’s commitment to diversifying the university offering in the Balearic Islands, with the opening of new campuses in Inca and Coll d’en Rabassa. The latter has opened a University Research Center in Medical Sciences, and new specialized training programs and new lines of research will be launched.
On the other hand, the Director General of Universities, Research, and Higher Artistic Education, Sebastián Massanet, congratulated all the students for their dedication and effort during this academic year. “Despite the difficulties, you have demonstrated great perseverance and commitment to learning. You are a clear example of perseverance and talent, and I am sure your path will lead you to great success in the future,” he stated.
The mayor of Inca, Virgilio Moreno, also congratulated the students and families and emphasized ADEMA’s commitment to Inca. “The opening of a new university campus marks a turning point for our city. We’re not only bringing higher education closer to our young people, we’re also projecting Inca as a hub of knowledge, innovation, and development. Holding events like this, which highlight training, talent, and a vocation for service, reinforces our commitment to a more dynamic, prepared, and connected city for the future,” Virgilio Moreno argued.
The ceremony also featured a speech by the Vice-Rector of the UIB, Dr. Víctor Homar, who congratulated the new graduates and the ADEMA teaching team. “Today you are not just taking home a university degree; you are taking home experiences, values, and connections that will always accompany you. You are taking home a responsibility: to practice your profession with rigor, empathy, and commitment to people and society,” stated Dr. Víctor Homar.
One of the most moving moments of the ceremony was the student body’s turn to speak. Representatives of both programs shared their experiences, gratitude, and lessons learned with the audience. In their speeches, they gave special recognition to the faculty for their dedication, as well as to their families for their constant support throughout the training process. During the ceremony, in addition to the presentation of diplomas, special recognition was also given to Dr. Arturo López for his outstanding teaching work throughout the 2024-2025 academic year. A standing ovation capped off a day that marks the beginning of a new path for the new graduates: one of actively contributing to improving the health and well-being of society, from a professional, ethical, and committed perspective.