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The 2nd Student Conference Kicks Off in Douai, Northern France!

01/07/2025

The 2nd EULiST Student Conference officially launched in Douai, hosted by IMT Nord Europe, welcoming over 200 participants and esteemed guests to a vibrant international gathering.

What’s Ahead:

Participants can look forward to engaging workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, and a dynamic program designed to foster cross-university collaboration and shared innovation. Stay tuned for more updates throughout the week!

Day 1 Highlights – Arrival & Welcome

Welcoming Our 2025 Cohort

We were thrilled to reconnect with the brilliant EULiST students whose energy and passion continue to drive our shared mission forward. This year, we placed a stronger emphasis on sustainability, highlighting the importance of collaboration across institutions and shared learning experiences across borders.

Reception at Salle Anchin & Welcome Address from the Mayor of Douai

The day concluded with a warm reception at the historic Salle Anchin, where we were honored to be welcomed by Dr. Frédéric Chereau, Mayor of Douai. His inspiring address emphasized the city’s support for the European University Initiative and its commitment to regional and European collaboration.

We are grateful to the city of Douai and to IMT Nord Europe for their outstanding hospitality and continued partnership within the EULiST Alliance.

Fabio Graziosi is the New Rector of the University of L’Aquila

26/06/2025

Professor Fabio Graziosi has been elected as the new Rector of the University of L’Aquila for the 2025–2031 term.

Born in L’Aquila on July 28, 1968, Professor Graziosi graduated with top honors in Electronic Engineering from the University of L’Aquila in 1993. He is currently a professor of Telecommunications at the Department of Information Engineering, Computer Science and Mathematics (DISIM), where he also serves as director. He will officially assume office on October 1, 2025.

Professor Graziosi’s scientific work initially focused on performance evaluation of wireless systems in complex propagation environments. Over time, his research has expanded to include topics influenced by interdisciplinary collaboration with the fields of electronics, computer science, and automatic control. His work in this area includes research on sensor networks and, more broadly, networked embedded systems.

EULiST Alliance Welcomes Dr. Natia Gamkrelidze as Secretary General

25/06/2025

The EULiST European University Alliance is excited to announce that Dr. Natia Gamkrelidze has officially assumed the role of Secretary General.
In this role, Dr. Gamkrelidze will lead the strategic and operational coordination of the alliance across ten member universities, working closely with all governance bodies and institutional partners to further establish EULiST as a model for transnational collaboration in higher education.
Dr. Gamkrelidze brings a broad background and experience in international education, policy expertise, and operational coordination. She holds a Ph.D. in Political Science from Linnaeus University and has completed a postdoctoral fellowship in International Security at the Belfer Center, Harvard Kennedy School. Her previous research affiliations include Malmö University, Columbia University, Harvard University, and the University of Oxford.
A decade ago, Dr. Gamkrelidze was herself an Erasmus Mundus scholarship holder. She understands firsthand the transformative power of European cooperation in education—and strongly believes in its lasting impact on individuals and society.
We are happy to welcome her to the EULiST community, and we look forward to this next chapter of shared growth, innovation, and connection.

Abraham Duarte Muñoz Proclaimed New Rector of Rey Juan Carlos University

30/05/2025

Early on May 26th, 2025, Abraham Duarte Muñoz was officially named rector of Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC), one of the ten EULiST member institutions, following the publication of his appointment in the Official Bulletin of the Community of Madrid (BOCM). For further information, please refer to the official announcement in the BOCM and the detailed news release published by URJC.

Jönköping University Visits URJC’s Fuenlabrada Campus: Strengthening EULiST Collaboration

30/05/2025

On May 26th, 2025, Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC) had the pleasure of welcoming a delegation from Jönköping University (JU) to its Fuenlabrada campus as part of the ongoing collaboration within the EULiST Alliance. This visit represented an important step in enhancing academic cooperation and building stronger links between partner institutions in the alliance.

The day’s programme began at 9:00 with a warm welcome by Pablo T. Salvadores Alonso and Juan Manuel García Camús, who greeted the delegation on behalf of URJC. This was followed by a presentation of the Jönköping University delegation, during which Professors Thomas Winman, Eva-Lotta Palm, Ernesto Abalo, Fredrik Ebefors, Dusan Zelic, and Kristina Johansson provided a brief overview of their institution and areas of expertise.

Subsequently, Professors Alberto Hernando García Cervigón and Lorenzo Torres introduced the Schools and Faculties based at the Fuenlabrada Campus, with a particular focus on education and communication. This session offered valuable insights into the academic strengths and priorities of URJC in these fields.

The morning continued with a series of bilateral meetings, where Professors Rainer Rubira, Antonio García Jiménez, Arcadio Sotto, and Isabel Enciso engaged in in-depth discussions with their counterparts from Jönköping University. These meetings enabled both sides to explore specific topics in greater detail and identify specific opportunities for joint projects, student mobility, and collaborative research. The constructive dialogue highlighted the diversity and complementarity of both institutions, laying the foundation for impactful partnerships in the years ahead.

Following the meetings, the Jönköping University delegation, accompanied by URJC staff, visited the communication laboratories at the Fuenlabrada campus. Professor Raquel Vinader, Vice Dean of Technological Infrastructures and Professional Sectors, guided the group through the facilities dedicated to audiovisual education, including the radio and film studios. The tour also included other key spaces that support teaching and research activities, providing the delegation with a comprehensive view of the resources and dynamic environment that characterize URJC.

This visit is a clear example of EULiST’s ongoing commitment to fostering meaningful collaboration between its member universities. Through these joint initiatives, the alliance continues to strengthen connections, share expertise, and work together to advance educational and research excellence across Europe.

Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC) Visits National Technical University of Athens (NTUA)

27/05/2025

On May 19^th and 20^th, 2025, a 12-member delegation from Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC) visited the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA) to reinforce the strategic partnership within the EULiST Alliance and explore opportunities for future academic and research collaboration across a broad range of engineering fields.

The delegation, led by URJC Vice-Rector for International Relations Prof. María Luisa Humanes Humanes and the Chair of EULiST Management Board, Pablo Tomas Salvador Alonso, Head of URJC International Office, consisted of representatives from various faculties.

The event was inaugurated with welcome speeches by academic leaders, including the NTUA Rector, Prof. Ioannis K. Chatjigeorgiou, the NTUA Vice Rector, Prof. Athanasios Zisis, and Emer. Prof. Katerina Adam, EULiST NTUA Scientific Responsible.

The meeting proceeded with a session of presentations highlighting key research activities at NTUA. Prof. Sotirios Karellas, EULiST NTUA Scientific Responsible, and WP4 Leader, gave an institutional overview on behalf of Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Outreach, Prof. Manos Varvarigos. He also presented the EULiST Research activities, with a particular focus on ERIA (EULiST Research and Innovation Academy), the flagship of Work Package 4: “Research & Innovation”. Ongoing activities within WP4, such as “Fridays for Research”, were also introduced. Subsequently, NTUA Professors with research activities relevant with these of the URJC delegation, i.e. Marinos Manolesos, Maria Taxiarhou, Georgios Stamou, Simos Papavasiliou, Nikos Mitrou, and Athanasios Rentizelas showcased their research areas and the projects conducted in their laboratories.

URJC’s research activities were then introduced by Pablo Tomás Salvadores Alonso, Director of Internationalization, Santiago Gómez Ruiz, Academic Director of International Research Promotion, and other representatives from various URJC schools and faculties including Luis Fernando Bautista from School of Experimental Sciences and Technology (ESCET), Cristina Soguero from School of Engineering of Fuenlabrada, Rafael Capilla from School of Computer Engineering and Ana Medina Lopez from Faculty of Economics and Business Science.

The afternoon session included bilateral meetings and guided

visits to NTUA laboratories. Based on their research interests the URJC delegation was divided into two groups:

Group 1 visited the Schools of Mining & Metallurgical Engineering, (SMMM) and Chemical Engineering (SCE), led by Emer. Prof. Katerina Adam, Prof. Andreas Boudouvis, and Antonia Lampropoulou, EULiST NTUA local coordinator, Head of International Relations Department. The visit to the SMMM included the Georama Mineralogical Museum and TEM. The visit to the School of Chemical Engineering included visits to Labs and Pilot Plant facilities.
Group 2 visited the School of Electrical and Computer Engineering, (SECE) under the coordination of Prof. Ioanna Roussaki, where discussions were held on the school’s research focus areas but also on research topics from the School of Mechanical Engineering, (SME), coordinated by Prof. Konstantinos Kirytopoulos.

The visit concluded with a joint session where representatives from both institutions convened to discuss potential future synergies in research, education, and innovation, based on areas of mutual interest and a shared commitment to advancing sustainability and driving the green and digital transition.

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LUT and TU WIEN Visit Rey Juan Carlos University: Strengthening the EULiST Alliance

23/05/2025

On Monday, May 5th, Rey Juan Carlos University (URJC) welcomed a delegation from LUT University (Finland) and TU Wien (Austria) to further strengthen the bonds within the EULiST alliance.

The visit began with a welcome address by Pablo T. Salvadores Alonso, Director of Internationalisation and Chair of the Management Board, who highlighted the university’s commitment to international cooperation and the shared vision of EULiST in connecting society and technology.

Sonsoles Manotas Cabeza, Head of the Department for Research and Innovation, presented an overview of URJC’s innovation and research ecosystem. Her presentation included insights into the university’s research units, the European Projects Office, and the Board of Ethics in Research, underlining URJC’s active role in European research initiatives.

The agenda continued with a session dedicated to the EULiST Office at URJC, where Juan Manuel García Camús introduced the university’s organizational structure, EULiST local office staff, and ongoing activities within various tasks and work packages. The discussion also explored new opportunities for collaboration between URJC and LUT University under the EULiST framework.

On Tuesday, May 6th, the programme continued under the guidance of Bernardino Muñoz Valadés. During this part of the visit, the delegation had the opportunity to learn about the Ofilibre and the Diversity Unit, gaining further insight into the university’s commitment to inclusion and support services.

This visit reflects the strong partnership between URJC and LUT University and reinforces the shared commitment of EULiST member institutions to advance research, innovation, and educational excellence across Europe.

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Joint Statement of the European University Alliance EULiST – European University on the Situation at Harvard University

25/04/2025

As representatives of the Governing Board of the European University Alliance EULiST – European University, we express our concern regarding the current developments surrounding Harvard University. We stand in full support of Harvard’s governance in its efforts to defend the independence of academia and academic freedom in the face of political pressure linked to financial restrictions imposed by the federal government of the United States.

Universities, whether public or private, are essential bearers of democratic values, manifested above all in free thought, open inquiry, and autonomous governance. Critical dialogue and diversity of opinion are natural and necessary principles of academic life. We therefore view political interference in academia — including through economic constraints — as a violation of these foundational principles.

International cooperation is an essential functional principle of the university environment. Therefore, with this statement, we express our solidarity with the governance of Harvard University and its entire academic community in rejecting proposals whose adoption would violate the principles on which universities have historically been built.

On behalf of EULiST – European Universities and by decision of the Alliance Board, composed of the rectors and presidents of ten European universities, the Chair of the Management Board, and the Chair of the Student Board – LUH Hannover, TUW Vienna, STU Bratislava, BUT Brno, URJC Madrid, NTUA Athens, UnivAQ Aquila, IMT Paris, JU Jönköpping, LUT Lappeenranta-Lahti.

Ladislav Janíček, President

The Waltz of Pioneers: EULiST Spin-Off Pitch Competition

02/04/2025

The event will take place on 12th May 2025, from 10:00 to 13:00, during ViennaUP 2025, the international startup and innovation festival held annually in Vienna, Austria. One startup from each university of the EULiST network is going to pitch.

Join the rhythm of innovation at “The Waltz of Pioneers”, a unique contribution of TU Wien to the ViennaUP 2025, to see how Europe’s university-born spin-offs are transforming research into impactful solutions. This Pitch Competition brings together spin-offs from 10 leading European universities, a testament to the European academic alliance linking society and technology (EULiST).

Much like a waltz, where harmony is key, this competition highlights the interplay between spin-offs and their respective university programs supporting them. Come and witness spin-off pitches showcasing the latest innovations, explore Austrian and European initiatives for entrepreneurs, and connect with investors, industry leaders, and fellow innovators.

Register here. There is a limited number of tickets available. Secure your spot today and join us for an unforgettable event that celebrates innovation and collaboration across Europe!

For additional information, please visit the event page on ViennaUP website.

Join our Webinar Series on Professional Faculty Development within the EULiST Alliance!

31/03/2025

We are excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming Webinar Series on Professional Faculty Development. This series is promoted by the Task Group 3.2 “Innovative Teaching and Learning” and will focus on innovative learning and teaching methodologies designed to enhance your teaching practices and engage your students.

What you can expect:

– Explore Innovative Learning Strategies: Discover the latest trends and techniques that can transform your teaching experience and create a more dynamic learning environment.

– Enhance Your Teaching Methodologies: Learn how to implement diverse and effective teaching strategies that cater to various learning styles, ensuring that all students feel included and supported.

– Collaborate with Colleagues: Connect with fellow faculty members from across the EULiST Alliance, sharing insights and best practices that can enrich your teaching experience and foster a collaborative community.

– Gain Expert Insights: Benefit from the knowledge of experienced professionals who will provide practical tips and resources to support your professional growth.

No pre-registration required! Simply join us for these engaging sessions and take advantage of this opportunity to expand your teaching toolkit without the need for prior sign-up.

The webinars of the “Spring/Summer Session 2025” are:

Challenge-based Learning: An Active Pedagogy in Higher Education (Claudia Migliaccio, Institut Mines-Télécom)

Wed., April 2, 2025, 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. (CET)

Universitá L´Aquila, Aula magna Centro congressi “Luigi Zordan” and via Live Streaming on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BDqfzXLL5ZI

Positive Approach towards AI in Teaching; Opportunities and Challenges (Marjaana Kareinen, Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology)

Tue., May 20, 2025, 2:00 – 3:00 (CET)

Via LUH platform Stud.IP https://studip.uni-hannover.de under the working group “EULiST Webinars on Professional Faculty Development”

Challenge-based Learning: A Practical Approach (Claudia Migliaccio, Institut Mines-Télécom)

Fri., June 20 2025, 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. (CET)

Via LUH platform Stud.IP https://studip.uni-hannover.de under the working group “EULiST Webinars on Professional Faculty Development”

Don’t miss out on this chance to enhance your skills and connect with peers! We look forward to seeing you there and embarking on this journey of professional development together. Mark your calendars and join us for an inspiring series of webinars!

To enter the platform Stud.IP https://studip.uni-hannover.de please, select “EULiST European university”, then pick “login with EULiST university”, choose now your own Institution from the list and login with your own account.

After that, you will be re-directed to Stud.IP home page and, from the search tool on top right of the page search, look for “EULiST Webinars on Professional Faculty Development”. At this point, you are on the General Information section of the platform, click on “Go to the course”, under the Menu at the left-hand side of the screen, and sign up to the course.

Explore the site, find the material and under “BigBlueButton” you can enter the webinar room.

For any inquiries regarding the webinar series please contact Alessandra Continenza (alessandra.continenza@univaq.it) and Francesca Cristaldi (Francesca.Cristaldi@zuv.uni-hannover.de)