Dear members, partners, and friends of the ChallengeEU University Alliance,
Welcome to our new newsletter, your invitation to engage with the work of ChallengeEU. We are an ambitious alliance of 9 European Universities dedicated to building a modern European education network and forging deep connections across our 9 institutions.
Our shared mission is to co-create solutions for the critical challenges of our time. This work extends beyond academia; we are actively partnering with diverse societal stakeholders, companies, and political actors within our regions. We firmly believe that collaboration is the key to shaping a positive future for Europe.
This newly designed newsletter will periodically share our alliance’s initiatives and progress. We hope to inspire discussion and invite you to collaborate with us.
We look forward to exchanging ideas with you.
Tobias Hagen, Managing Director of ChallengeEU
Updates from ChallengeEU
Upcoming Events
In Unity – ChallengeEU Student Poster Competition
The ChallengeEU Alliance is more than a partnership between universities. It is an opportunity to grow, develop and drive positive change together. Our guiding idea of bringing together diverse strengths is expressed in the motto “In Unity” – the central theme of the first ChallengeEU Student Poster Competition. We invite students from ChallengeEU Alliance universities to present their artistic vision of
The ChallengeEU BIP at University of Warmia and Mazury: Regional Promotion and Development
The Blended Intensive Programme ChallengeEU: Regional Promotion and Development is based on the principles of regenerative design, which views space, resources, and local ecosystems as interconnected elements of a single system. Participants will work on design challenges rooted in the local context, analysing social, environmental, and spatial relationships while developing solutions that address current needs and strengthen resilience and quality
PhD Networking Event in Offenburg
Hochschule Offenburg cordially invites all doctoral candidates from ChallengeEU partner universities to the PhD Networking Event, taking place on 24–25 September. The event will be preceded by an Interdisciplinary Doctoral Colloquium held the day before. Considering the increasing globalization of science and the complexity of current research questions, cross-border exchange is essential. This networking event specifically promotes connections between the
Open Science and Education: Best Practices
This keynote Speech will be given by Prof. Dr Julia Priess-Buchheit who is a member of ChallengeEU External Advisory Board. Prof Priess-Buchheit is an expert in teaching and learning of open science, ethics and integrity, as well as in social technologies.The keynote will focus on Open Science in teaching, including concrete examples of cross-border collaboration and course adaptation, with a
Summer School on Applied Behavioral Methods at Universidad Europea de Valencia
Behavioral Bridge is a one-week Summer School on Applied Behavioral Methods combined with a one-day research workshop, organized by the Behavioral Economics Institute at the Universidad Europea de Valencia (UEV) from 13 to 18 July 2026. The program is also designed as a training initiative of the ChallengeEU Alliance, remaining open to participants from other universities and to professionals from public and private organizations. Behavioral Bridge offers PhD students, junior
Summer School “Traces in the Landscape”
The Summer School “Traces in the Landscape” is devoted to the study of landscape perceived as a multilayered palimpsest shaped by natural, cultural, and social processes occurring over time. During the workshops, academic staff and participants will jointly reflect on how to identify traditional architectural and landscape forms in relation to local identity, historical knowledge, and the relationship between people
News from our Universities
SEEU
Delegation from the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW) Visited SEEU
South East European University (SEEU) welcomed a delegation from the University of Applied Sciences and Arts Northwestern Switzerland (FHNW), led by its President (Rector), Prof. Dr. Crispino Bergamaschi. The delegation also included Anja Huovinen, Head of International Affairs at FHNW; Safak Korkut, lecturer at the Institute for Information Systems; and Prof. Dr. Nikolina Fuduric, lecturer at the Institute for Competitiveness
FHNW
20 years of Applied Psychology: FHNW celebrates with interactive experience day
To mark its 20th anniversary, the FHNW School of Applied Psychology invited the public to an “Experience Saturday” on 13 June 2026 at the Olten campus, drawing large crowds eager to explore applied psychology firsthand. Visitors of all ages enjoyed interactive stations, short lectures, guided tours, and hands-on activities. The usually quiet campus turned into a lively space of discovery,
SEEU
SEEU Confirmed as the Highest-Ranked University from North Macedonia in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025
The South East European University (SEEU) continues to strengthen its international profile by ranking as the highest-rated university from North Macedonia in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2025. This is one of the most prominent global rankings evaluating university contributions to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). SEEU’s most significant achievement in this ranking was reached in the
UWM
UWM Researchers Secure Prestigious National Science Centre Grants
Researchers from the University of Warmia and Mazury in Olsztyn have been awarded funding in Poland’s highly competitive National Science Centre (NCN) grant programmes OPUS 30 and SONATA 21. Six UWM scientists secured support for ambitious research projects spanning plant biology, medicine, environmental science, biotechnology and veterinary research, reinforcing the University’s strong position in interdisciplinary scientific excellence. Four projects received
UEV
Three students from Universidad Europea de Valencia, recognised at the 9th Capitanía General Awards for their academic excellence
The students were honoured at a ceremony organised by the Army to recognise university talent and the training of future leaders. Three students from Universidad Europea de Valenciahave been recognised for their outstanding academic record at the 9th edition of the ‘Capitanía General de Valencia’ Awards, organised by the Spanish Army’s High Readiness Land Headquarters (CGTAD). This prestigious award honours
FHNW
“Data matters most before the match”
How do AI and data science change sports? The FHNW Data Science Study Track “Data Science & AI for Sports” explores exactly that. It is led by Martin Rumo (FHNW School of Computer Science) who researches how performance in sports can be measured and improved using data-driven methods. Major tournaments like the Football and Ice Hockey World Cups show how
UEL
Universidade Europeia Awarded Great Place to Work® Certification
Universidade Europeia has been awarded the prestigious Great Place to Work® certification, an international recognition granted to organizations that foster workplace environments built on trust, respect, collaboration, and employee well-being. Alongside IPAM, from the same group, Universidade Europeia and IADE stand out as the only higher education institutions in Portugal to achieve this distinction. This recognition is based directly on
SEEU
SEEU Launches Its Proprietary Artificial Intelligence Platform: AI@SEEU
South East European University (SEEU) today hosted the launch of its proprietary artificial intelligence platform, AI@SEEU. This platform represents a significant step toward digital transformation and the integration of AI into higher education, reaffirming SEEU’s commitment to innovation and technological advancement. As a unique AI solution developed entirely in-house, AI@SEEU makes the university the first in the country and the
UEV
The dentistry of the future comes together at Universidad Europea de Valencia
The 7th Interdisciplinary Conference brings together experts, alumni and students to discuss innovation, clinical practice and professional development in the sector. Universidad Europea de Valenciahas held the seventh edition of its Interdisciplinary Dentistry Conference at the Príncipe Felipe Museum, a well-established event that has brought together students, lecturers and specialists to reflect on the challenges and opportunities facing the profession.
UEL
Campus Life Launches First Student Clubs to Boost Academic Engagement
This month marked the launch of the first Student Clubs under the Campus Life initiative, reinforcing the university’s commitment to enhancing student engagement and enriching the overall academic experience. The initiative aims to encourage active student participation beyond the classroom, fostering a more dynamic and inclusive campus environment. Student Clubs are student-led projects designed to create spaces for collaboration, sharing,
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