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Myrat Garryyev State Medical University of Turkmenistan 4th International Internet Olympiad in Biology
Myrat Garryyev State Medical University of Turkmenistan is invite students from higher education institutions of Turkmenistan and foreign countries to participate in the 4th (IV) International Internet Olympiad in Biology, which will be held on November 20, 2025.
FEDE Academic Conference 2025
The Federation for European Education (FEDE) is organising a webinar titled “Artificial Intelligence (AI), Educational Transition and Corporate Vitality” on 25 November from 14:00 to 16:00 (Paris time) with simultaneous interpretation French-English.
IAU New Members-October 2025
We are delighted to welcome two new Member Institutions to the International Association of Universities (IAU). We sincerely thank them for joining the Association and for their commitment to strengthening the global higher education community.
IAU Brings Global Attention to AAC&U Statement Defending Academic Freedom and Institutional Autonomy
The IAU brings the Association of American Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) Public Statement on the Trump Administration’s “Compact for Academic Excellence in Higher Education” to the attention of the broader higher education community.
HBMSU -The Next Benchmarking Cycle Launches in October 2025
The next implementation cycle of the international Consortium for Benchmarking Framework for Online, Open, Smart and Technology-enhanced Higher Education will launch in October 2025.
Aalborg University - EU High-level Conference on Reforming Research Assessment
🚨Registration of interest🚨 As part of the Danish Presidency of the Council of the EU 2025, Aalborg University together with European Commission, Science Europe and CoARA - Coalition for Advancing Research Assessment is organising the EU High-level Conference on Reforming Research Assessment on 3-4 December 2025 at Tivoli Congress Center in Copenhagen.
Global Mapping on Higher Education Institutions’ Use of Artificial Intelligence
Within the framework of the Higher Education Sustainability Initiative (HESI), the Action Group on the Futures of Higher Education and Artificial Intelligence, co-led by the UNESCO International Institute for Higher Education in Latin America and the Caribbean (IESALC) and the United Nations University (UNU), is conducting a global mapping to better understand how higher education institutions are using artificial intelligence (AI) across their various functions: teaching and learning, research, administrative management, and community engagement.
Boston College Center for International Higher Education - IHE Issue #124
The IHE Fall Issue #124 of International Higher Education from CIHE Boston College is now avalaible.
This issue explores: Securing Science, Global Development, and New Pathways in Student Mobility
IAU New Members - September 2025
We are delighted to welcome five new Member Institutions to the International Association of Universities (IAU). We sincerely thank them for joining the Association and for their commitment to strengthening the global higher education community.
2026 ENIS Conference - Call for Contributions
3rd ENIS Conference - Call for Contributions
CIMEA - Book on the Lisbon Recognition Convention
New CIMEA Publication: Crossing Bridges between Education Systems
Western Sydney University - Welcoming the new SDG 3 Cluster Lead
The IAU HESD Cluster for SDG 3: Good Health and Well-being will be coordinated by Western Sydney University, Australia
Murdoch University to Redevelop Veterinary School with Record $100m Gift
Murdoch University will fully redevelop its iconic veterinary school thanks to a $100 million gift from Perth philanthropist Ted Powell.
A new 9,600 sqm, state-of-the-art facility beside the award-winning Boola Katitjin will enable a 50% increase in veterinary training capacity in Western Australia (WA).
The largest gift ever to a WA university builds on Mr Powell’s long support through The Ragdoll Foundation, whose scholarships have helped more than 140 Murdoch students graduate.
“This extraordinary generosity will help WA remain a leading hub for animal research, teaching and training,” said Vice-Chancellor Professor Andrew Deeks.
The project also includes staged upgrades to The Animal Hospital at Murdoch University (TAHMU) and a new Conservation & Life Sciences precinct, strengthening One Health research and collaborations.
BUE 20th Anniversary Closing & 10 Years with LSBU
The British University in Egypt will mark the closing of its 20th Anniversary alongside 10 years of partnership with London South Bank University on Monday, 27 October 2025, at The University Campus. Please refer to the attached flyer for details.
INQAAHE Forum 2026
The 2026 INQAAHE Forum will take place in Sun City, South Africa from 3–6 February 2026 under the theme “Quality Assurance as an impactful tool for Tertiary Education today and tomorrow.”
The ACU launches its next 5-year strategy (2025–2030)
The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) has unveiled its updated strategic plan, The Road to 2030. Building on a refreshed vision, the plan sets out how the ACU will work with members and partners to strengthen higher education, advance sustainable development, and connect engaged leaders across the Commonwealth.
Palestine Technical University-Kadoorie - Call for Papers: Sixth International Conference on Olive in Palestine
Palestine Technical University - Kadoorie announces a call for papers for the Sixth International Conference on Olive in Palestine (ICOP 6), which it will be organizing at its main campus in Tulkarem, Palestine, on November 24–25, 2025.
UNACH - Webinar on the University of the Future 2025
The Universidad Autónoma de Chiapas will host a webinar on The University of the Future (WUoF), Unach 2025. The event seeks to promote reflection and critical analysis on the transformations that higher education institutions must undertake to effectively address forthcoming challenges.
Association of African Universities - Renewal of Prof. Olusola Oyewole’s Mandate as Secretary General of the AAU
The Association of African Universities (AAU) is pleased to announce the Governing Board’s unanimous renewal of Professor Olusola Bandele Oyewole’s mandate as Secretary General for a second four-year term (2025-2029). This decisive endorsement reflects Prof. Oyewole’s transformative leadership in advancing AAU’s mission to enhance the quality and relevance of higher education in Africa and strengthen its contribution to Africa’s development.
Association of African Universities - Prof Kenneth Matengu elected as New President
Professor Kenneth Kamwi Matengu, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Namibia, has been elected the 14th President of the Association of African Universities (AAU).