DAY OF LIGHT 2025
2025-05-16 | EU GREEN ALLIANCE
The EU GREEN alliance is proud to announce the EU GREEN Light Festival – Light for Sustainability, a dynamic week-long celebration in honour of the International Day of Light (IDL), an initiative by UNESCO held annually on May 16th. This year’s festival highlights how light and light-based technologies are central to scientific innovation, cultural expression, and achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

PROGRAMME
University of Oradea (Romania) – May 14th

“Surrounding Light” Exhibition | 10:00 (GMT+3)
A visual celebration of light through eco-conscious lamp designs by students from the Decorative Arts and Fashion Design programs. The exhibition includes a short film with English text and behind-the-scenes footage of the design process.
Online Creative Workshop | 10:00 (GMT+3)
Learn to build sustainable lamps from waste materials in a hands-on virtual session.
Register here: Workshop Registration
Celebration of Light with Music | 20:00 (GMT+3)
A tranquil evening of live guitar music by candlelight and handmade lanterns, coordinated by Prof. Ariadna Mircescu of the Music Department.

University of Parma (Italy) – May 15th

“Optical Fibers for a Sustainable Future” | 10:30–12:30 (GMT+2)
Two expert-led online seminars exploring the relationship between optical fiber technology and environmental sustainability.
Speakers under the patronage of the IEEE Photonics Society Italy Chapter and the RESTART Foundation:
• Piero Castoldi – Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna, Pisa
• Sara Mazzarella – Open Fiber S.p.A.
Register here: Seminar Registration

University of Évora (Portugal) – May 16th to June 6th

School at Light Speed Competition | May 16th–June 6th
A national competition for secondary school students to measure the speed of light using simple equipment and scientific principles.
“Better Understanding of Light… the Colours and… Us!!!” | May 16th, 16:00 and 17:30 (GMT)
Engaging sessions by Rui Dias (University of Évora), who will explore colour perception from a new angle: what if objects don’t have colours? We’ll consider the implications of this idea for the evolution of living beings, offering a perspective that goes beyond traditional biology or palaeontology. Tailored for EU GREEN Alliance students and teachers.

Link to Join In Portuguese (16:00 GMT): https://videoconf-colibri.zoom.us/j/94155703249?pwd=abKsaNGSIRJBk6eytbfInsFcbjZEry.1
Link to Join In English (17:00 GMT): https://videoconf-colibri.zoom.us/j/97549672706?pwd=5bygG2woSatxAPu79sTinQvx4pSKY0.1

“Light: From the Visible to the Invisible” | May 28th, 15:00 (GMT)
A talk by Bento Caldeira (University of Évora), that explores light in its full range – from the visible to the invisible – by examining its physical principles and how technologies use radiations like infrared, microwaves, and X-rays to enhance our ability to see, diagnose, and explore the world and the universe.
Targeted at Portuguese secondary school students and educators.

Insectopia Ceremony - World Bee Day
2025-05-20 11:30 - 12:30 (Europe/Madrid) | ONLINE
On the occasion of World Bee Day 2025, the EU GREEN European University Alliance will host the Insectopia Online Ceremony, a digital gathering to honour the role of pollinators and showcase innovative biodiversity actions emerging from European campuses.
The Online Ceremony will include:

A presentation on the evolution of Insectopia from a campus-based initiative to a transnational biodiversity platform, including the Insectopia Festival and Hackathon, to be held in Jarandilla de la Vera, Spain, from June 2nd till 6th .
Showcases of selected proposals developed by multidisciplinary teams from EU GREEN universities
Reflections from project leaders, students, and academic contributors
A shared commitment to pollinator protection, ecological awareness, and community-based action

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International Day of Biological Diversity
2025-05-22 | EU GREEN ALLIANCE
This year, the theme of the International Day for Biological Diversity is “Be part of the Plan”. This is a call to action to encourage governments, indigenous peoples and local communities, non-governmental organizations, lawmakers, businesses, and individuals to highlight the ways in which they are supporting the implementation of the Biodiversity Plan. Everyone has a role to play and therefore can be #PartOfThePlan. EU GREEN celebrates this date with events and activities in its different universities.

Webinar: How to write a successful MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowship project
2025-05-22 10:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
This session is designed to help both potential supervisors and postdoctoral applicants craft a strong and competitive proposal for the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions Postdoctoral Fellowship (MSCA PF).
Date: May 22nd, 2025Time: 10:00 to 12:00 PM (CET)Location: Online (registration required)Language: English
Participants will dive into a proposal writing process and offer both fellows and supervisors practical hints and tips on how to write a competitive proposal. The webinar will feature insights from a fellow at the University of Angers and a supervisor from Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, Prof. Anna Michalska-Ciechanowska, who will share their strategies for tackling specific sections of the proposal. Members of the Research working group will also provide guidance on how to structure a convincing work plan and demonstrate a strong match between the fellow and the host institution.

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STAKEHOLDER LECTURES SERIES: Architectural Sustainability and Urban Sustainability
2025-05-22 17:00 - 18:30 | ONLINE
Join us for the next session of the EU GREEN Stakeholder Lecture Series, hosted by the University of Parma, as we explore the critical intersection between architecture, urban regeneration, and sustainability. The webinar will feature leading voices from academia, public institutions, and industry, including city officials, architects, and sustainability managers from leading companies like Chiesi Group and Gruppo Mutti.

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Research Webinar: The Importance of Social Marketing in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
2025-05-28 16:00 - 17:00 | ONLINE
Organised within the framework of the Research workpackage (WP3), these EU GREEN Research Webinars offer researchers and doctoral candidates the opportunity to share their work with a broad European academic community. They foster scientific collaboration, help identify potential partners, and support the development of a network around interdisciplinary research topics.
Topic: The Importance of Social Marketing in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). A Case Study
Social marketing is considered a key tool to contribute to achieving the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations 2030 Agenda. This webinar will introduce the concept of social marketing, explore its various areas of application through concrete examples, and present a case study to illustrate its real-world impact.

Speaker: Mercedes Galán-Ladero, Professor at the University of Extremadura
Date: Wednesday 28th May 2025, from 4:00 to 5:00 pm (CET)
Online on Teams:

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EU GREEN Education Days - (UA) France
2025-06-02 - 2025-06-04 | Université Angers, Angers, France
The University of Angers (France) will host for three days the meeting of the members of the education area of the EU GREEN alliance of European universities.

INSECTOPIA FESTIVAL
2025-06-02 - 2025-06-06 | Universidad de Extremadura, Campus Badajoz, Badajoz, Spain
The Insectopia Festival is a vibrant, hands-on gathering that brings together the EU GREEN community (over 70 participants including university and VET students, researchers, experts, policy makers and external stakeholders) to co-create insect utopias -solutions for biodiversity- and celebrate our shared connection with nature.
At the heart of the festival is the Insectopia Hackathon, where multidisciplinary teams of students, researchers, and mentors work together to answer a common challenge designed by the Insectopia Team, to produce innovations that connect ecological insight with local action.
Throughout the week, participants will take part in:

Creative and reflective sessions set in nature
Cultural and intercultural exchange activities
Community-building moments through music, storytelling, and celebration

All meals served during the festival will highlight local, seasonal produce and offer healthy, inclusive options to accommodate diverse dietary needs.
Insectopia Team is honoured to welcome a representative from the European Commission’s DG Environment – Pollinators Team, who will participate in the Festival as a keynote guest and jury member in the Hackathon, adding valuable perspective to the event’s dialogue and outcomes.

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Webinar – MSCA Doctoral Networks, Info Session
2025-06-02 09:30 - 10:30 | ONLINE
Otto von Guericke University of Magdeburg is pleased to invite researchers and research managers across the alliance to an online info session on the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Networks.
This session will provide practical insights into this key European funding programme supporting structured doctoral training and international, intersectoral collaboration.
Event details

Date: Monday, 2 June 2025
Time: 9:30 to 10:30 AM (CET)
Location: Online (Zoom)
Language: English
Host: Research Funding Advice from Otto von Guericke University of Magdeburg

Who should attend?
This webinar is open to all EU GREEN alliance members, and is particularly relevant for: researchers and potential doctoral supervisors, research managers, and administrative staff supporting international or EU-funded projects.
What you’ll learn

An overview of the MSCA Doctoral Networks programme
Funding rules, eligibility, and how to apply
Best practices for submitting a successful proposal
Live Q&A with experts from OVGU’s Research Funding Advice

Registration

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The Zoom link will be sent to after registration and shortly before the event.
About MSCA Doctoral Networks
The Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Doctoral Networks support transnational doctoral programmes implemented by partnerships of universities, research institutions, and non-academic organisations. The aim is to train creative, entrepreneurial, and innovative doctoral candidates through excellent research and transferable skills.

EU GREEN Research Week - UniPr (Italy)
2025-06-09 - 2025-06-13 | Università degli studi di Parma, Parma, Italy
The 3rd edition of the EU GREEN Research Week will take place from Monday, June 9 to Friday, June 13, 2025, at the University of Parma (Italy).
This annual gathering is a key highlight in the EU GREEN academic calendar, a unique opportunity to strengthen our research community through face-to-face collaboration, fruitful exchanges, and strategic planning.
The Research Week brings together members of the Research Clusters, the PhD Council, the European Task Force, and the Joint Research Commission. Through plenary sessions, collaborative meetings, and open discussions, we will:

Define the future roadmap for the alliance’s research
Foster new interdisciplinary collaborations
Strengthen the alliance’s research ecosystem

PROGRAMME
Rooting research in society: a multi-level stakeholder approach
This year, we’ll explore how research can better connect with society at all levels. Three open roundtables will address:

Campus scale: students, citizens, and associations
City scale: local authorities and public services
Regional scale: public and private enterprises (SMEs, large companies)

The goal? Strengthen the link between research and regional sustainability needs, and build impactful external networks.

The future of EU GREEN research collaboration after 2026
This Research Week will be the starting point for shaping our next steps beyond 2026. Let’s reflect together on how we want our alliance’s research collaboration to evolve.
Throughout the week, dedicated slots will allow:

Cluster or project-based meetings
Informal scientific matchmaking opportunities
Networking moments to discover new potential partners

Finals of the “3-minute fame” competition
In parallel, this event will also host the final of the “3-Minute Fame” competition, where PhD candidates from the 9 partner universities will present their research in just 3 minutes, in front of an EU GREEN jury.
They will also take part in workshops to strengthen their cross-disciplinary skills.
Register
All research members from partner universities (members of the Research Clusters, the PhD Council, the European Task Force, and the Joint Research Commission) are warmly invited and strongly encouraged to attend this Research Week to continue building on the collaboration initiated across the alliance.
To ensure your participation, please contact your university’s EU GREEN Research referent before March 31, 2025:

University of Parma: BARTOLI Marco, bartoli@unipr.it
University of Gävle: BENGTSSON Lars, bengtsson@hig.se
University of Angers: BLOUËT Alix, eugreenwp3@univ-angers.fr
University of Oradea: DODESCU Anca, dodescu@gmail.com
University Otto von Guericke Magdeburg: HAGEN Martina, hagen@ovgu.de
Wrocław University of Life & Environment Sciences: KOPANCZYK Katarzyna, kopanczyk@upwr.edu.pl
Atlantic Technological University: LUCY Frances, lucy@atu.ie
University of Extremadura: PEREZ ALOE VALVERDE Raquel, eugreen_uex@unex.es
University of Evora: PIRES Cesaltina, cpires@uevora.pt

STAKEHOLDER LECTURE SERIES: Helga de Alvear Museum of Contemporary Art
2025-06-10 11:00 - 12:00 | ONLINE
Join us for an inspiring session of the EU GREEN Stakeholders Lecture Series, in which we bring together the university community and its external partners to explore sustainability in its different dimensions (economic, social and environmental) through innovative approaches.
This edition features the Helga de Alvear Museum of Contemporary Art, a leading institution dedicated to building bridges between society and contemporary art. Through various educational programs, the Museum fosters accessibility, inclusion and critical engagement with art and its broader social, cultural and environmental contexts.
The keynote speaker will be Ms. Clara Paolini, Director of Communications and Marketing of this museum.
In this conference, we will:

Explore how contemporary art can serve as a powerful medium for sustainability education and community engagement.
Showcase the Museum’s strategies for making art accessible and relevant to diverse audiences.
Discuss practical ways in which universities and cultural institutions can collaborate to drive sustainable change.
Equip participants with practical ideas for integrating sustainability into academic and cultural settings.

This event offers a unique opportunity to connect the concept of sustainability and its various dimensions (economic, social and environmental) with artistic practice, fostering dialogue, critical thinking, and community impact.

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Sustainable Gastronomy Day
2025-06-18 | EU GREEN ALLIANCE
Sustainable gastronomy means cuisine that takes into account where the ingredients are from, how the food is grown and how it gets to our markets and eventually to our plates. EU GREEN celebrates this date with events and activities in its different universities.

SUSTAINABLE & HEALTHY CAMPUS DAYS
2025-06-24 - 2025-06-25
The EU GREEN WP8 Workshop on Sustainable & Healthy Campus will bring together partners and stakeholders at the University of Oradea on June 24–25, 2025. This two-day event will focus on strategies and collaborative actions to promote sustainability and well-being in university campuses. Sessions will include strategic planning discussions, student engagement activities, cross-collaboration among work packages, and an exploration of synergies in implementing healthy and inclusive learning environments.
The workshop integrates physical and mental wellness through activities such as mind-body exercises, walking tours, and social moments, reflecting a holistic approach to sustainability. Participants will work together on defining the future roadmap of the WP8 initiatives up to 2030, including the development of a mentor-mentee programme, the Healthy Campus initiative, and the Campus Living Lab. The workshop will culminate in the adoption of concrete action plans and shared goals across the alliance.
WP8 WORKSHOP 2025

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EU GREEN MASTERCLASS: "University of the Future – Dialogue on Tomorrow’s Higher Education"
2025-06-25 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE
As societal and political dynamics evolve rapidly, universities face increasing pressure to rethink their roles and adapt to new realities. This masterclass invites participants to engage in a critical dialogue on how higher education institutions can respond to external challenges — from demographic shifts to political influences that may threaten academic freedom. The session will explore how universities can maintain their mission as hubs for free thought and inclusive education, while addressing changing societal expectations.
Through a combination of expert input and open discussion, participants will reflect on strategic approaches to shaping the university of the future. The session aims to generate fresh ideas and shared experiences that can guide institutions in preserving their values and enhancing their relevance in a transforming world.
June, 25th, 2025 – 10:00 am (CET)

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MASTERCLASS: OSINT and gamification pedagogical tools against disinformation
2025-07-04 09:30 - 11:00 | ONLINE
OSINT4FUN is an educational initiative launched in late 2023 by, among others, members of the University of Angers. It regroups:

Educational Resources: OSINT4FUN offers free, Creative Commons-licensed materials such as tutorials, thematic dossiers, and interactive challenges. These resources are designed to teach users how to search for and analyze information using open sources.
Interactive Learning: The platform employs gamified experiences to enhance learning. Notable examples include:

Advent of OSINT Calendar: A daily challenge event (in December) that attracted over 15,000 unique visitors in its inaugural edition.
HATES Game: A serious game developed in collaboration with the EU GREEN alliance, focusing on combating racism and disinformation through interactive storytelling.

Collaborative Approach: The project is supported by a multidisciplinary team comprising academics and civil society members. It also features a scientific and ethics committee to ensure the quality and integrity of its content.
Community Engagement: OSINT4FUN fosters a community through events, workshops, and a dedicated Discord server, encouraging collaboration and continuous learning among participants.

Masterclass program

General introduction of OSINT (Open Source INTelligence) concepts;
Presentation of an use case in education at the University of Angers;
Workshop with the HATES challenge;
Creation of new challenges (depending on the remaining time).

By integrating OSINT methodologies into educational contexts, OSINT4FUN promotes critical thinking and media literacy, equipping individuals with the tools to navigate and assess information in the digital age (hopefully).
This masterclass will be led by two UA staff involved in the OSINT4Fun project:
– Nathalie Clot, Director of the University Libraries– Rémy Guyonneau, teacher-researcher at Polytech Angers

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EAIE GOTHEMBURG 2025
2025-09-09 - 2025-09-12 | Gothenburg, Sweden
The EU GREEN Alliance will participate in the EAIE 2025 Conference and Exhibition, taking place in Gothenburg from 16 to 19 September. As Europe’s largest and most influential event in the field of international higher education, EAIE provides a valuable platform for dialogue, collaboration, and visibility. By joining this event, EU GREEN reaffirms its commitment to shaping the future of sustainable, inclusive, and globally engaged universities across Europe.
Our participation reflects the alliance’s dedication to expanding international partnerships, exchanging good practices, and aligning higher education with global challenges, including the UN Sustainable Development Goals. EU GREEN representatives will engage with institutional leaders, policy-makers, and practitioners from around the world to showcase our initiatives and explore new avenues for cooperation that support responsible growth and educational innovation.
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EUROPEAN RESERCHERS' NIGHT 2025
2025-09-26 | EU GREEN ALLIANCE
The EU GREEN Alliance will take part in the 2025 edition of the European Researchers’ Night, a Europe-wide public event celebrating science and bringing researchers closer to society. Organised under the Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA), this initiative aims to showcase the diversity of research and highlight its impact on citizens’ daily lives, in an engaging and accessible way. EU GREEN partner universities will host interactive workshops, exhibitions, science cafés, and hands-on experiments designed for all audiences.
By participating in this collective celebration of knowledge, EU GREEN reaffirms its commitment to promoting science, sustainability, and inclusive education. The event is also an opportunity to inspire future researchers and promote public engagement with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) through dialogue and creativity. Join us in celebrating science in action — from our campuses to our communities.
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EU GREEN ANNUAL MEETING - (UA) France
2025-10-07 - 2025-10-09 | Université Angers, Angers, France
EU GREEN Annual Meeting will come together to deliberate on strategic priorities, review ongoing initiatives, and set the vision for the alliance’s future.

CONFERENCE OF PARTIES - COP1
2025-10-07 | Université Angers, Angers, France
The first Conference of the Parties (COP1) of the EU GREEN Alliance will take place on October 7, 2025, in Angers, France. This high-level event will focus on fostering collaboration between universities, cities, and regions to advance the goals of the EU Green Deal and the Climate Neutral and Smart Cities Mission. With four EU GREEN member universities already involved in the mission, COP1 will provide a platform to share best practices, inspire joint action, and strengthen strategic partnerships for sustainable development.
The conference will feature plenary sessions, roundtable discussions, expert talks, and interactive exchanges with stakeholders, students, and EU representatives. Topics include climate-neutral city strategies, the New European Bauhaus initiative, and the signing of the EU GREEN Declaration. Participants will also enjoy networking opportunities, poster presentations, and social activities designed to foster community and collaboration.

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EU GREEN MASTERCLASS: Empowering for Sustainability. From Awareness to Action
2025-10-14 13:00 - 14:00 | ONLINE
This EU GREEN masterclass will explore how higher education can go beyond awareness-raising and foster real sustainability action. “Empowering for Sustainability: From Awareness to Action” will present concrete case studies from Atlantic Technological University (ATU) and EU-level projects, showing how purposeful educational design can activate students and staff toward transformative sustainability practices. From experiential learning to co-created resources, participants will discover how universities can cultivate a culture of sustainability in everyday academic life.
Led by Dr. John Scahill and Dr. Gabriella Gliga, the session is open to all EU GREEN members interested in joining voluntarily. No prior experience is needed — just curiosity and a desire to engage.
Date: 14-10-2025 – 13:00 CET

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2nd EU GREEN Academic Retreat
2025-10-21 - 2025-10-23 | Universidade de Evora, Portugal
The second EU GREEN Academic Retreat will take place at the University of Évora from October 21 to 23, 2025, under the theme “Pedagogical Assessment in Higher Education: From Regulation to Grading.” This retreat follows the “train-the-trainers” model: selected participants are expected not only to gain advanced knowledge but also to replicate the training in their home institutions, expanding its impact across the alliance. The retreat includes sessions on assessment fundamentals, feedback practices, rubric design, and the challenges posed by generative AI in higher education.
The program follows a blended format combining the in-person retreat in Évora with a set of online sharing sessions, and successful participants will receive a microcredential of 3 ECTS (EQF Level 7). Experts such as David Boud, Annette Cosgrove, and Carina Ginty will join as guest speakers. Each partner is invited to nominate five committed participants ready to engage actively during and after the retreat.

ACCESS, DIVERSITY, INCLUSION & COMMUNICATION DAYS
2025-11-17 - 2025-11-21 | Otto-von-Guericke Universität Magdeburg, Germany

EU GREEN MASTERCLASS: Participatory spatial planning - creating community gardens
2025-11-25 13:30 - 15:00 | ONLINE
How can urban and rural communities actively shape their own green spaces? This EU GREEN Masterclass, led by Dr. Małgorzata Świąder from the Wrocław University of Environmental and Life Sciences, will offer insights into participatory spatial planning, with a special focus on the development of community gardens. As the 2024 Climate Person of the Year (Young Scientist category) in Poland, Dr. Świąder brings expertise in environmental indicators and sustainable planning practices.
Participants will explore what defines a community garden, the various types and purposes they serve, and the principles behind their successful creation. Through inspiring examples from Europe, Poland, and Wrocław — including student-led projects at UPWr — the session will highlight how citizen participation can shape inclusive, sustainable, and vibrant public spaces. Practical tools for fostering community engagement and participatory design will also be shared.

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MASTERCLASS: Education and Citizenship
2026-01-19 13:00 - 14:30 | ONLINE
This EU GREEN Masterclass will explore the essential relationship between education and citizenship in the context of today’s rapidly evolving global and technological landscape. Delivered by Prof. Luís Sebastião (University of Évora) and Prof. Maria Luísa Branco (University of Beira Interior), both members of the Centre for Research in Education and Psychology at the University of Évora (CIEP-UE), the session will address how citizenship education remains a cornerstone of human development and democratic societies.
Grounded in classical reflection and contemporary challenges, the session will examine two key theses: that cosmopolitan citizenship must be shaped with sensitivity to local histories and cultures, and that the challenges posed by digitalisation, globalisation, and artificial intelligence can serve as opportunities to reconceptualise citizenship education. Participants will be invited to reflect on how civic participation is being redefined, and how education can respond to these changes while safeguarding democratic values.

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EU GREEN webinar PhD: what's next?
2026-01-29 10:00 - 11:30 | ONLINE
Are you a PhD student approaching the final stages of your programme? Join the EU GREEN webinar “PhD: What’s Next?”, organised by the University of Parma’s Office for Support for European and International Research. This online session will provide essential guidance on how to successfully transition from doctoral studies to the next step in your research career — with a focus on accessing European funding opportunities.
Participants will receive expert advice on CV preparation, identifying relevant calls, and structuring competitive proposals. The webinar is open to PhD students in their final two years from all EU GREEN partner universities. Participation is free of charge, but registration is required by January 27. The connection link will be sent to registered participants ahead of the session.
📩 More information: ricerca.internazionale@unipr.it

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MASTERCLASS: A critical perspective about our role as educators
2026-02-12 13:30 - 15:00 | ONLINE
Join us for this thought-provoking EU GREEN Masterclass led by Dr. Matteo Cattaneo (University of Gävle), which invites participants to reimagine education through the lens of attention. Moving beyond traditional content delivery, the session explores how teaching can cultivate spaces of care, inquiry, and meaningful human encounter.
The masterclass introduces the concept of “educating the gaze” and the Community of Inquiry as tools to slow down, pay attention to the overlooked, and promote deep listening and shared reflection. Drawing on the insights of critical thinkers, Dr. Cattaneo frames teaching as a way of mediating worlds and opening question-driven learning paths where students become active authors of what matters to them — and of themselves.

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Mental health Webinar: Stress Management – Coping Techniques
2026-03-03 16:00 - 17:00 | ONLINE
This EU GREEN webinar, delivered in Spanish with English subtitles, will focus on understanding stress and developing practical coping strategies for academic and professional contexts. Led by Jorge Rojo Pascual and Raquel García Dávila, the session approaches stress as a normal psychophysiological response, helping participants distinguish between acute stress, chronic stress, and distress.
The workshop will guide attendees in identifying key academic and workplace stressors, as well as early warning signs at cognitive, emotional, and physical levels. Participants will gain practical tools for problem-solving and emotional regulation, along with immediate self-regulation techniques applicable to everyday situations. The session will also promote self-care and preventive habits to strengthen long-term well-being.
The event is open to everyone. Anyone can watch and join the session online.

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STUDENT CONFERENCE
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-07 | Università degli studi di Parma, Parma, Italy
The first EU GREEN Student Conference will take place on March 6–7, 2026, at the University of Parma, under the patronage of the City of Parma and within the “Parma European Youth Capital 2027” initiative. This landmark event will gather around 150 students from all nine EU GREEN universities who, after two months of online collaboration, will work side by side to shape the future of the Alliance by drafting the document “A Road to Your Ideal University.”
Organised by students and for students, the conference reflects EU GREEN’s commitment to becoming a truly student-centered European University. The event will lead to a Student Declaration outlining shared goals and student-led proposals for promoting sustainable mobility, inclusion, well-being, and innovative education across EU GREEN campuses.
The event is structured into two main tracks:

The Strategy Group, bringing together 123 students in 6 thematic panels:

Inclusion and Diversity

Universities and Local Realities

Mobility and Opportunities

Making Sustainability Concrete and Measurable

Innovative Education

European Values and Civic Participation

The Promotion Grant Group, composed of 18 students, will support project proposals aimed at advancing sustainability, inclusion, and collaboration within the Alliance. From local events to new student initiatives and partnerships, this grant helps turn student ideas into impactful actions.

This conference is not just an event — it’s a declaration of intent from the students of EU GREEN to co-create a more inclusive, sustainable, and empowering future for European higher education.

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EU GREEN ENGAGEMENT & INCLUSION DAYS
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-12 | Universitatea din Oradea, Oradea, Romania
The Engagement & Inclusion Days will take place in Oradea and bring together members from both the Inclusion and Engagement working areas of the EU GREEN Alliance. This joint event aims to foster collaboration between the two teams, with a focus on developing shared strategies that strengthen both dimensions across the Alliance.
Participants will work collectively to design actions that promote inclusion, participation, and a stronger sense of community within EU GREEN. This initiative represents a key step toward building a more cohesive and inclusive European university model, where students and staff feel heard, involved, and empowered.

MASTERCLASS: Faculty Development at the University of Parma – Framework and Experiences
2026-03-18 15:00 - 16:00 | ONLINE
This EU GREEN masterclass will present the framework of faculty development in Italy and highlight the teacher training and teaching incentive model developed at the University of Parma over the past two years. The session will explore how universities can support innovative teaching practices and professional development for academic staff, while fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement in higher education.
The event will include a round table discussion with key representatives from the University of Parma: Prof. Simone Baglioni, Vice-Rector for Teaching; Prof. Maja Antonietti, Delegate for Innovative Teaching; Dr. Cristina Castracani, representing the Learning by Game Design group, which promotes interdisciplinary and participatory teaching approaches; and Dr. Roberta Bertoli, representing the C.A.R.E. group (Community, Educational Support, Relationships, and Professional Development), a mentoring initiative designed to strengthen peer support and professional growth among teachers.

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