The Union for the Mediterranean (UfM) and UNIMED have launched a call to action for universities across the Euro-Mediterranean region to address the climate emergency. Ahead of its official launch at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, the Euromed University Initiative for Climate Action invites higher education institutions to endorse a shared Manifesto and step up their leadership role.

We are pleased to share ESN’s statement on the Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications concerning Higher Education. ESN’s Liaison Officer for Youth, Nathan Lusseau, recently attended the Intergovernmental Conference of the States Parties.

The University of Oslo has officially launched its new Centre for Global Sustainability in June 2025, following the university board’s decision in September 2024. The Centre strengthens UiO’s already high-level sustainability research across disciplines, with a mission to advance critical interdisciplinary research, education, and communication for a more just and sustainable global future.

On July 2, 2025, McMaster University played a leading role at the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development (FFD4) in Seville, Spain. Professors Thomas Marois (Public Banking Project, McMaster University) and Bonny Ibhawoh (Senator William McMaster Chair in Global Human Rights and Vice-Provost, International) co-organized the official event, “A Global Public Development Bank Ecosystem, Climate-Aligned Finance, and the Right to Development.

ESN has elected Simone Lepore as its new President. Simone will officially begin his mandate on 1st August 2025. He succeeds Rita Dias, whom we thank for her dedication and leadership.

IHE No. 123 is now avalaible. This summer 2025 Issue of International Higher Education #123 marks a pivotal milestone—celebrating 30 years of International Higher Education with a rich collection of global analyses. It’s a must-read for anyone involved in shaping or studying the future of universities worldwide.

After five impactful years, Dr. Lucy Heady will step down as CEO of ESSA at the end of July 2025. She will be succeeded by Dr. Pauline Essah, currently ESSA’s Chief Impact Officer. Dr. Essah will assume the role of CEO from August 2025.

The 2025 Higher Education Summit is organized by the COPERNICUS Alliance, oikos International, Students Organizing for Sustainability International and Students4Sustainability and will be held online from 19-20 November 2025.

The International Telematic University UNINETTUNO is delighted to announce a non-binding call for expressions of interest from qualified scholars and professionals to join our esteemed pool of academic tutors in the Faculties of Economics and Law, Engineering, and Psychology.

The Asia Cooperation Dialogue-University Network (ACD-UN), in collaboration with World Federations of United Nations Association (WFUNA) and Siam University, hosted a highly successful "Action Camp on Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)" from June 4–6, 2025. Gathering 60 students from 12 countries, the camp empowered young global citizens to co-create innovative urban sustainability action plans using the living lab approach.

The XVI ESN survey is open to students who have been on an exchange during the last two years (but also before 2023), all international students who are pursuing degrees abroad (including at our University), and also students who have not been on an exchange.

The University of Costa Rica (UCR) reaffirmed on 27 May 2025 its commitment to the principles of the 2030 Agenda and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as fundamental guides for university action in favour of human rights, environmental sustainability, equity and social justice.

In a landmark development reflecting the strengthening academic ties between the United States and India, the City University of New York (CUNY) inaugurated ’The Achyuta Samanta India Initiative of the CUNY CREST Institute’ (ASIICCI), marking one of the few times a U.S. institution has named a dedicated research initiative after a contemporary Indian figure.

Higher education institutions in the European Higher Education Area (EHEA) and EU partner countries in the Eastern and Southern Neighbourhood (former Tempus countries) are invited to contribute a survey on sustainability and greening. The online questionnaire is open until 02 June 2025.

Beirut Arab University (BAU) has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to research excellence, earning its place as a leading academic institution in Lebanon and the region. In the 2023–2024 academic year, the university achieved meaningful advancements in expanding its research capabilities and promoting innovation across a wide range of disciplines.

Siam University, in collaboration with the Association of Universities of Asia and the Pacific (AUAP), the World Federation of the United Nations Association (WFUNA), and the Asia Cooperation Dialogue University Network (ACN-UN), is proud to host the WFUNA Action Camp 2025.

Help shape the future of student mobility share your experience as an exchange student, full-degree international student, or non-mobile student. This year’s survey explores professional outcomes after mobility, European University Alliances, and the European Degree initiative – contributing valuable insights to shape the future of education and mobility programs.

Magtymguly Turkmen State University plans to hold an International Scientific and Practical Online Conference titled “The Role of Education, Science and Innovative Technologies in Achieving Sustainable Development Goals” on May 29-30, 2025.

In March 2025, UM6P hosted its annual Science Week, bringing together researchers, students, and entrepreneurs to showcase innovation in science and technology. Key topics included sustainability, green technologies, and scientific entrepreneurship. Student-led projects in water, agriculture, and environmental science were featured, aligning with the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Queen’s has partnered with the Embassy of Mexico in Canada to establish the Mexico-Canada Research and Learning Hub, aimed at fostering closer ties among Mexican and Canadian researchers, academics, and students. The hub will facilitate connections, encourage collaboration, and continue the momentum of several ongoing research and academic connections between the countries.