The EU GREEN Sport and Cultural Event 2026 will bring together students and staff from across the Alliance for a shared European experience combining sport, culture, nature and cooperation in Extremadura. Taking place in Cáceres and El Anillo from October 19 to 23, the event is designed to encourage participants to connect beyond the classroom, exchange perspectives and strengthen their sense of belonging to the EU GREEN community.

Throughout the week, participants will take part in outdoor sports, cultural activities and collaborative challenges while discovering the natural and cultural heritage of Extremadura. The programme includes activities such as kayaking, paddle surfing, sailing and a boat trip, alongside visits to Granadilla, Hervás and Cáparra, a stargazing evening and an EU GREEN Challenge Lab focused on biodiversity and cultural exchange. The event places particular emphasis on inclusion, diversity, accessibility, environmental responsibility and learning together, creating opportunities to build connections, confidence and well-being through a common European experience.

The webinar will introduce the concept of Positive Psychology as a field that focuses on enhancing well-being by exploring and cultivating character strengths, values, positive experiences, and a sense of meaning in life. The PERMA model will be presented to help participants explore how they can apply the principles of Positive Psychology in their everyday lives to enhance their own well-being. The webinar will also include an interactive workshop, giving participants the opportunity to put theory into practice and try out a range of Positive Psychology techniques.

The EU GREEN Academic Retreat 2026, hosted by the University of Extremadura in Badajoz, will bring together academic staff from across the Alliance to explore how universities can design and implement innovative joint international programmes. Under the theme “Joint Futures: Innovating International Programs through Virtualization, AI and Languages,” the two-day retreat will combine conceptual approaches with practical tools for strengthening international academic collaboration. The programme will focus on three key dimensions: virtual and collaborative learning, the responsible use of artificial intelligence in higher education, and plurilingual approaches including English-Medium Instruction (EMI). Through expert-led sessions and hands-on workshops, participants will explore the development of joint academic programmes, virtual and hybrid learning environments, AI-supported teaching and learning, and multilingual international education. The retreat will culminate in collaborative workshops where participants will apply these approaches to the design of virtual joint modules and international academic programmes.

The Week is an engaging Joint Challenge hosted by the University of Gävle, bringing together participants from across the EU GREEN Alliance to learn, reflect and discuss some of the most important sustainability challenges facing our world today. Over three interactive online sessions, participants will explore current environmental and climate challenges, consider how we arrived at the present situation, and reflect on the opportunities and actions that can contribute to a more sustainable future.

Each session will combine a thought-provoking film with facilitated group discussion, creating a space to exchange perspectives, connect with colleagues from across EU GREEN and consider sustainability from both collective and individual perspectives. Registration covers all three sessions, and registered participants will receive the Zoom link a few days before the first session.

📅 Dates: October 12, 14 & 16, 2026
🕒 Time: 15:00–17:00
💻 Format: Online via Zoom

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Please watch the short introductory video below(2 minutes).

Climate action group experience | The Week

The EU GREEN Internationalisation Days 2026 will bring together colleagues from across the Alliance for a week dedicated to collaboration, exchange and joint reflection on internationalisation. Jointly hosted by the University of Évora and the University of Extremadura, the event will provide participants with an opportunity to share experiences, strengthen cooperation and explore common approaches to further developing internationalisation across EU GREEN.

Taking place across Évora and Badajoz, the programme will combine collaborative working sessions with opportunities for networking and informal exchange. By bringing together colleagues from EU GREEN partner universities in a cross-border setting, the Internationalisation Days aim to reinforce connections across the Alliance and identify opportunities for future joint action.

ICOCIMS is an international biomedical student conference held in the charming city of Parma, Italy. It is a fast-growing international platform where future healthcare professionals gather to exchange ideas, present their research, and build professional networks. Organised by students, for students, ICOCIMS welcomes (bio)medical students worldwide, including undergraduate and graduate students in Medicine, Biotechnology, Pharmacy, and related fields. This congress unites participants from diverse academic backgrounds, offering unique opportunities to connect with peers and potential mentors across borders. The rich and dynamic program features keynote lectures by leading experts, oral and poster sessions for students to formally present research, and hands-on workshops to develop scientific and practical skills. Also included are career development sessions, networking events, and social activities designed to foster intercultural exchange and new ideas. Informal moments like coffee breaks are integrated to encourage meaningful dialogue and lasting collaborations. The event’s organization is guided by a professor-led Advisory Board, working in close cooperation with the Organising Committee, fully composed of students.

The 2026 edition of the congress will be held fully in person from November 12th to November 14th, at the Central Building, University of Parma (Strada Università 12, Parma, Italy), and SIM.LAB, Department of Medicine and Surgery, University of Parma (Building 27, University Hospital – Viale Antonio Gramsci 14, Parma, Italy) .

Members of the EU GREEN Alliance are invited to submit abstracts by 15 August 2026 using the dedicated online form. Registration for EU GREEN participants (both presenters and attendees) will be open from 15 September to 15 October 2026. Participants who miss this registration period may still register during the general registration phase.

Subject to a minimum of 15 participants from EU GREEN universities, dedicated social and cultural activities will be organised. Otherwise, EU GREEN participants will be welcome to join the activities planned for all conference attendees. Participants are encouraged to choose sustainable travel options, such as rail, bus or carpooling, whenever possible, in line with EU GREEN’s sustainability values.

For further information, please contact general.icocims@unipr.it. Additional information is available on the conference website (icocims.unipr.it) and on the official Instagram page (@icocims).

The EU GREEN Entrepreneurship Festival 2026 will bring together students from the nine universities of the Alliance at the University of Évora for five days dedicated to entrepreneurship, sustainability, innovation, and collaboration. The Festival represents the culmination of an entrepreneurial journey that began with the EU GREEN Innovation Days and continued through a series of workshops designed to help participants transform challenges and opportunities into sustainable business ideas.

During the Festival, 18 selected business ideas – two from each EU GREEN partner university – will be further developed through practical sessions, mentoring, peer exchange, and collaboration with experts from across the Alliance. Participants will have the opportunity to refine their projects and prepare their proposals before presenting them during the Final Pitch, one of the central moments of the programme. The event will also run alongside the EU GREEN Entrepreneurship & Innovation Staff Week, creating further opportunities for exchange between students and university staff.

📅 Dates: November 23–27, 2026
📍 Location: University of Évora, Portugal

Two days of meetings, networking, and collaboration for researchers, PhD students, and groups involved in research and innovation activities. 

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Two full days dedicated to researchers, knowledge exchange, and showcasing scientific achievements across the EU GREEN alliance. The conference aims to promote interdisciplinary exchanges on sustainability challenges and solutions, welcoming contributions from all disciplines and encouraging dialogue between researchers, doctoral candidates, practitioners, and societal stakeholders.

Additional details will be provided closer to the date.

Be sure to save the date and contact your local team for funding opportunities. 

EU GREEN BIP INFO SESSION – JOIN US! 

Are you interested in organising a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) within the EU GREEN Alliance?

Join our BIP Info Session to learn more about:

– what a BIP is and how it works,

– the BIP application and selection procedure,

– key requirements and practical aspects of organising a BIP,

– available support and funding,

– important deadlines and next steps.

 Have questions? Bring them with you!

The session will also be an opportunity to discuss your ideas, clarify any doubts and ask questions directly to the EU GREEN BIP team.

Whether you are considering organising your first BIP or have already participated in previous EU GREEN BIP Calls, you are very welcome to join us!

 Date: 30th September 2026

 Time: 10.00 – 12.00 CET

 Online

Come and find out how you can turn your teaching idea into an international BIP!