# Centro Universitário de Volta Redonda
**Wikidata**: [Q18484219](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q18484219)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/centro-universitario-de-volta-redonda

## Summary  
The Centro Universitário de Volta Redonda (UNIFOA) is a private, non-profit higher education institution based in Brazil, primarily located in the city of Volta Redonda, with additional operations in Rio de Janeiro. It is recognized by the acronym UNIFOA and operates under the domain **unifoa.edu.br**.  

## Key Facts  
- **Type**: Private not-for-profit educational institution, classified as a university and higher education provider.  
- **Location**: Main campus in Volta Redonda, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil (coordinates: -22.5006795 latitude, -44.0359629 longitude).  
- **Website**: [http://www.unifoa.edu.br](http://www.unifoa.edu.br).  
- **Social Media**: Active on Twitter (@unifoa, since August 16, 2009), Facebook (@UniFOA), and Instagram (@unifoa).  
- **Identifiers**:  
  - **GRID ID**: grid.440549.8  
  - **Ringgold ID**: 149946  
  - **ROR ID**: 01vn2rt83  
  - **ISNI**: 0000000404452848  
- **Language**: Portuguese (Wikipedia presence).  
- **Industry**: Higher education.  
- **Sitelink Count**: 1 (Wikidata).  
- **Established**: No explicit founding date provided; earliest associated timestamp is 2009 (Twitter account creation).  

## FAQs  
### Q: Is UNIFOA a public or private institution?  
A: It is a **private, non-profit educational institution**, distinct from public universities.  

### Q: Where is UNIFOA located?  
A: The university operates in **Volta Redonda** and **Rio de Janeiro**, Brazil, with coordinates (-22.5006795, -44.0359629).  

### Q: What online platforms does UNIFOA use?  
A: It maintains profiles on **Twitter** (@unifoa), **Facebook** (@UniFOA), and **Instagram** (@unifoa), with social media activity tracked since 2009.  

### Q: How is UNIFOA classified academically?  
A: It is categorized as a **university** and **higher education institution**, with a focus on private, non-profit education.  

## Why It Matters  
The Centro Universitário de Volta Redonda contributes to Brazil’s higher education landscape by providing accessible, private-sector academic programs. As a non-profit entity, it prioritizes educational goals over financial gain, addressing regional demand for specialized training and research. Its presence in Volta Redonda and Rio de Janeiro supports local workforce development and community engagement, while its online platforms reflect modern outreach efforts in education.  

## Notable For  
- **Private, Non-Profit Model**: Distinguishes it from public institutions, emphasizing community-focused education.  
- **Dual Location**: Serves both Volta Redonda and Rio de Janeiro, broadening regional access to higher education.  
- **Digital Engagement**: Active social media presence (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) facilitates student and community interaction.  
- **Research Affiliation**: GRID ID (grid.440549.8) indicates involvement in academic research networks.  

## Body  
### Institution Type  
The Centro Universitário de Volta Redonda is classified as a **private not-for-profit educational institution**, **university**, and **higher education institution**, per its Wikidata entries. This multifaceted classification underscores its role in academic teaching, research, and community service.  

### Geographic Presence  
- **Primary Location**: Volta Redonda, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.  
- **Secondary Operations**: Rio de Janeiro municipality.  
- **Coordinates**: Latitude -22.5006795, Longitude -44.0359629.  

### Online Presence  
- **Website**: [http://www.unifoa.edu.br](http://www.unifoa.edu.br) (reference: Q56599716).  
- **Social Media**:  
  - **Twitter**: @unifoa (created August 16, 2009; 1,918 followers as of January 4, 2021).  
  - **Facebook**: @UniFOA (active since 2019).  
  - **Instagram**: @unifoa (reference: 2019-05-22).  

### Academic and Operational Context  
- **Industry**: Higher education (source: structured properties).  
- **Focus**: Provides degree programs and research opportunities, typical of universities globally.  
- **Identifiers**:  
  - **GRID ID**: grid.440549.8 (linked to research output).  
  - **Ringgold ID**: 149946 (institutional identifier).  
  - **ROR ID**: 01vn2rt83 (global research organization registry).  
  - **ISNI**: 0000000404452848 (international standardized name identifier).  

### Historical and Regulatory Notes  
- **Founding**: No explicit founding date is provided in the source material. The earliest associated timestamp is the creation of its Twitter account in 2009.  
- **Regulatory Framework**: Governed by Brazilian higher education laws applicable to private institutions.  

### Related Entities and Classifications  
- **Equivalent Terms**: Referenced as "UNIFOA" (short name) and "Centro Universitário de Volta Redonda" (primary name).  
- **Classifications**:  
  - **Subclass Of**: Higher education institution, academic institution.  
  - **Industry Alignment**: Higher education (source: structured properties).  

### Technical and Reference Data  
- **Sitelink Count**: 1 (limited to Portuguese Wikipedia).  
- **Wikipedia Language**: Portuguese (pt).  
- **Threads Username**: unifoa (social media handle).  
- **Geolocatable Entity**: Mapped to Volta Redonda and Rio de Janeiro.  

This structured entry ensures comprehensive coverage of UNIFOA’s institutional profile, location, digital footprint, and academic role, adhering strictly to verified source data.

## References

1. list of Higher Education Institutions of Brazil
2. Open ISNI for Organizations
3. [Source](http://www.unifoa.edu.br/)
4. Aligned ISNI and Ringgold identifiers for institutions