General Conferences

The General Conference is the supreme decision-making organ of the Association. It meets once every four years and it is on this occasion that all IAU Members in Good Standing elect the IAU President as well as the Administrative Board Members.

Past Events

IAU past General Conferences are listed below. Information provided includes: the conference programme, presentations and conference reports when available.

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IAU 14th General Conference

27/11/2012 30/11/2012 - San Juan, Puerto Rico

Higher Education and the Global Agenda – Alternative Paths to the Future

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IAU 13th General Conference

15/07/2008 18/07/2008 - Utrecht, Netherlands

Focusing on Higher Education and Research Addressing Local and Global Needs, it was hosted by Utrecht University, The Netherlands, in July 2008.

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IAU 12th General Conference

25/07/2004 29/07/2004 - Sao Paolo, Brazil

Focusing on The Wealth of Diversity: The Role of Universities in Promoting Dialogue and Development, it was organized in partnership with the University of Sao Paolo, Brazil.

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IAU 11th General Conference

20/08/2000 25/08/2000 - Durban, South Africa

Focusing on Universities: Gateway to the Future, it was hosted by the University of Natal, and organized in collaboration with the South African Universities Vice-Chancellors Association (SAUVCA).