EULiST Rectors’ and Presidents’ Meeting in Vienna: Advancing Our Vision for a European Academic Institution
On January 29-30, 2025, the Rectors and Presidents of the member-universities of the EULiST University Alliance convened at Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) in Austria for a pivotal meeting shaping the alliance’s future. Discussions were held in an exceptionally positive spirit of collaboration, and the participants jointly reached significant decisions on governance, organizational structure, and long-term strategy.
All the heads of the participating universities expressed their strong commitment to working intensively towards the ambitious goal of establishing the alliance as the foundation for a European Academic Institution with an official legal entity. This initiative aims to position the alliance as a leading force in European and global higher education and research, strengthening the connection between science and society.
Key topics on the agenda included:
- Project Progress – Reviewing milestones and next steps in the alliance’s implementation.
- Strategic Direction & Governance – Defining roles, decision-making structures, and positioning our Alliance within broader European initiatives.
- Institutionalization & future Funding – Exploring the potential for legal entity status and long-term financial sustainability.
- Selection of the new Secretary General – A crucial step in strengthening leadership and operations.
The valuable contributions of each rector and president will guide the alliance in its next steps. With a shared vision and strong collaboration, EULiST is taking decisive steps toward building a unified European Academic Institution.
