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  • IAU New Members - November 2024

    We are pleased to welcome five new members:

    Universidade Federal de Uberlândia, Brazil
    Juraj Dobrila University of Pula, Croatia
    The University of Fiji, Fiji
    University of Central Asia, Kyrgyzstan
    SWPS University, Poland

    IAU thanks them for joining the Association and for their engagement toward the higher education community.
    For more information about becoming an IAU Member, please refer to the IAU Membership page : https://www.iau-aiu.net/Join-IAU








  • Eastern Mediterranean University - Call for Papers: 7th International Turkic World Tourism Congress

    The 7th International Turkic World Tourism Congress invites researchers and academics to share their insights and contribute to advancing the tourism sector of the Turkic world. This event will be held at the Eastern Mediterranean University campus in Gazimağusa, Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, from May 21 to May 25, 2025. The congress aims to bring together key stakeholders to address pressing challenges and explore opportunities for sustainable growth in the Turkic world’s tourism sector. Topics will focus on shaping tourism policies, fostering sustainable practices, and enhancing the sector’s international presence.
    Submitted papers should align with one or more of the main themes proposed for the congress, and can be made in Turkish, English, Hungarian, Kazakh, Kyrgyz, Uzbek, or any Turkic dialect.

    Key Dates:
    Deadline for extended abstract submissions: March 21, 2025
    Deadline for registration fee payment: April 21, 2025
    For paper submissions, please visit: https://turkdunyasi.emu.edu.tr/en/submission-of-papers/submission-of-papers




  • EURASHE 34th Annual Conference - Call for contributions

    The European Association of Institutions in Higher Education (EURASHE) is pleased to announce its 34th Annual Conference, themed "Place, Knowledge, Skills: Applied Universities Driving Regional Competitiveness." The conference is scheduled for 14-15 May 2025 at the Polytechnic University of Portalegre in Portalegre, Portugal.
    EURASHE is currently inviting contributions for breakout sessions that explore the central question of the conference:

    How can Higher Education Institutions contribute to sustainable and inclusive European competitiveness within regional innovation ecosystems adapted to the local context, following the smart specialisation approach?

    Submissions may address, but are not limited to, the following topics:

    - Applied research and innovation with regional partners from industry and civil society.
    - Regionally relevant curricula, including work and practice-based learning.
    - Consultancy services to local firms that promote the dissemination and absorption of knowledge.
    - The contribution of European University Alliances and Centres of Vocational Excellence to smart specialisation and regional development.
    - The role of Higher Education Institutions in regional governance.

    The deadline for submissions is 15 December 2024, with successful applicants to be notified by 10 January 2025. For detailed information on the call for contributions and the submission process, please visit the EURASHE 34th Annual Conference webpage.




  • New Logo for Université Paris 8!

    Exciting news from Université Paris 8! The institution has unveiled its new logo, marking a fresh chapter in the institution’s visual identity. The new logo was officially revealed on November 26, 2024, during a special event at the university’s library.

    This new identity, under the signature “Université des Créations,” highlights Paris 8’s dedication to creativity, innovation, and societal openness, reaffirming its commitment to interdisciplinary exploration and inclusive knowledge sharing.

    Let’s celebrate this exciting development and applaud Université Paris 8 for this step into the future! Read more here




  • Symbiosis International (Deemed University) launches a New Campus in Dubai

    Symbiosis International (Deemed University) SIU, has marked a historic milestone by inaugurating its first International campus in Dubai, UAE, at the Dubai Knowledge Park. Fully accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE Ministry of Education, the campus commenced operations on September 9, 2024, with programs in Management, Technology, and Media & Communication.

    The inauguration ceremony, held on November 14, 2024, was presided over by Prof. (Dr.) S.B. Mujumdar, the Founder and President of SIU. This new venture aligns with the university’s mission of fostering global academic excellence and innovation while embracing its guiding philosophy, Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam—"The world is one family."




  • UNACH - Conference on the Internationalization of Higher Education (JIES 2024)

    The Autonomous University of Chiapas (UNACH), will organize a Conference on the Internationalization of Higher Education - "Jornadas de Internacionalización de la Educación Superior" (JIES 2024), from November 26 to 28, 2024. This event will take place through digital platforms and will be broadcasted from the UNACH headquarters in Tuxtla Gutiérrez.
    The meeting will bring together experts from Colombia, Costa Rica, Mexico, Peru, the Netherlands, and the United States, who will speak about “Democratizing Access to International Opportunities”, “The Integration of Higher Education in Latin America and the Caribbean: Progress and Opportunities”, among other topics.
    The Conference is free of charge, registration should be made for each day of activities, please see links below. Contact : [email protected]

    Zoom: https://unach-mx.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIofuqpqTgsGtWj_MEYL1-4iFZ1eoCyozQW
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cgriunach




  • IAU - Call for papers HEP

    The IAU has launched a Call for Papers for a Special Edition of its quarterly research journal, Higher Education Policy. The special edition will be entitled International Organizations and Higher Education and abstracts should be submitted before 15 January 2025. More information, and the full Call for Papers can be found on:
    https://iau-aiu.net/Call-for-Papers-Special-Editition-on-International-Organizations-and-Higher.




  • Launch of Call for Applications : SAFE Project - Supporting At-risk researchers with Fellowships in Europe

    The EU-funded SAFE project "Supporting At-risk researchers with Fellowships in Europe" offers up to 60 fellowships for at-risk doctoral and postdoctoral researchers of any non-EU nationality for a research stay at a higher education and research institution in the EU. The project offers an optional matchmaking service until mid-December to help researchers and host institutions without prior contacts to connect for a joint application.
    Host institutions established in the EU can now submit applications on behalf of eligible non-EU researchers at risk. The call will remain open until 20 January 2025, at 23:59 (CET). For more details on the application process, please refer to the attached Call document and Terms of References for Applicants.
    The SAFE launch event and info session will take place virtually tomorrow, 19 November 2024, from 14:00 to 15:30 CET. This webinar aims at informing potential host institutions in the EU, as well as researchers at risk from any non-EU nationality about the call for applications and matchmaking service. Registrations for the webinar are possible until today through this Zoom link. Contact : [email protected]




  • University of Barcelona - Save the date for the Student Mobility Summit 2025

    The Student Mobility Summit 2025, organized by the European University Foundation and the University of Barcelona, allows participants to unlock their potential to contribute to greener mobility. The event, taking place from February 4 to 6, 2025, at the University of Barcelona, will focus on balancing mobility and sustainability.

    The summit targets international relations professionals who are passionate about internationalization, quality student mobility, and committed to green approaches. It will place particular emphasis on how the green transition affects the work of International Relations Offices (IROs), their responsibilities, and how it influences their daily activities.

    Participants can look forward to a range of engaging topics and programme sessions:

    * PANELS: Learn about top policies and their interactions, the green transition updates, as well as national and European initiatives.
    * HACKATHONS: Work with peers to find new ways to create a possible better balance between international mobility and sustainability.
    * WORKSHOPS: Sustainability considerations are shaping the daily work of IROs. Dive into the most challenging issues of your interest.
    * TRAININGS: Take advantage of the inspiring environment to learn about the practical aspects of greener mobility and be able to drive change.

    Explore the full programme and read more at: https://summit.uni-foundation.eu/




  • Norway University of Applied Sciences became University of Inland Norway

    Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences (INN) applied for university status in December 2022. The application was assessed by an expert committee appointed by the Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education (NOKUT).

    In June, the committee concluded that INN meets the requirements to become a university, and on 12 September, NOKUT’s board decided that INN can receive university accreditation. And it is the King in Council who formally established the new university, on the 8th of November, 2024.

    The new name in Norwegian will be ’Universitetet i Innlandet’. In English, it will be ’University of Inland Norway’. The general abbreviation will still be INN in both languages.

    Read more here.

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