Forty years ago, when the journal Investigación y Educación en Enfermería was founded, it had the vision of being the main means of expression of the Faculty of Nursing at Universidad de Antioquia. Within this projection, from its beginnings, it sought to be the channel for the exchange of knowledge by nursing professionals in the country and in Latin America. To celebrate these anniversaries, a compilation was made of the most important information in the history of the journal, inviting us to reflect on the many achievements it has granted to our Faculty; also, recognition is given to everyone who has contributed to the journal and to the profession.