It is a pleasure for us to address you on this occasion to share with you once again a great achievement obtained by our beloved institution AIU.

Recently in the city of Barranquilla, Colombia, the III Spanish-American Congress and the V National for Quality Education took place.

These major events counted with the participation of more than 60 principals, teachers and administrators of official educational institutions.

In such events, Atlantic International University has received the nomination of "Preferential Affiliate" awarded by the “Organization of the Americas for Educational Excellence" for having completed the incorporation procedures of the organization, ensuring to obtain all the benefits that the organization awards.

Similarly, AIU was chosen to receive the SAPIENTIAE Award for Educational Excellence awarded by the same organization.

The event counted with the participation of important institutions such as:

• Eastern Connecticut University
• World Federation of UNESCO Clubs
• Business University Corporation for Salamanca
• National University of Colombia
• Sam Houston State University
• Simon Bolivar University, among others.

The Representation of AIU in Colombia was appointed by the Academic Council of AIU in the United States to participate in such event and receive the award.

We feel much honored by these recognitions which encourage us to continue working with lots of love to achieve that many more students can have a positive impact on their families and societies in which they live.

These achievements pertain to all the Educational Family of AIU in the world. Students, Academic Advisors, Counselors, Staff Members, Academic Council Members, Tutors, and Representatives of AIU in the world have definitely contributed to the growth of AIU and its commitment to quality education in the world.

Congratulations to all of you.