Experiencias de competencias ante la responsabilidad social en la ejecución de proyectos: UNIANDES-Ibarra

Objective: To evaluate the influence of undergraduate student participation in community engagement and the development of university social responsibility at the Universidad Regional Autónoma de Los Andes. Therefore, the objective was to analyze the relationship between the frequency of participation in community engagement activities and the development of social competencies in undergraduate students. Methodology: A mixed-methods approach was applied, using a quantitative, descriptive-correlational design and qualitative methods to describe in depth the experiences of the students. Structured surveys and interviews were administered to a purposive sample of 112 students. Results and Discussion: The findings indicated that participation in community engagement activities has a favorable effect on the development of social competencies and community commitment, although no significant relationship was found with the frequency of such participation. Conclusions: The need to strengthen these competencies through more integrative strategies and to improve the infrastructure to facilitate these activities is highlighted. Contributions: The need to explore the factors that may influence the opportunity to adapt and improve the models that link the problem with the reasons for studies is presented, demonstrating several successful experiences.