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What Role for Universities in Democracy?
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What Role for Universities in Democracy?

In early June 2025, the Global Forum convened at Charles University to reflect on the evolving role of universities in fostering democratic societies. In a time marked by polarization and declining trust in institutions, the Forum offered a timely space for dialogue on how Higher Education can—and must—rise to the challenge.

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Siam University - Student Action camp and Asia Cooperation Dialogue
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Siam University - Student Action camp and Asia Cooperation Dialogue

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.

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High Level Expert Group Meeting with UN-OHRLLS on Online Universities
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High Level Expert Group Meeting with UN-OHRLLS on Online Universities

In early June 2025, the United Nations Office of the High Representative for the Least Developed Countries, Landlocked Developing Countries and Small Island Developing States (UN-OHRLLS) convened a High Level Expert Group Meeting on online university or equivalent platform for STEM education for the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) within the framework of the the Doha Programme of Action for Least Developed Countries (2022 – 2031).

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HEIAS Expert Site Visit to Toyo University
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HEIAS Expert Site Visit to Toyo University

From June 30 to July 2, 2025, The IAU concluded a three-day HEIAS (Higher Education Internationalization Assessment Service) site visit at Toyo University in Japan. The visit focused on evaluating the university’s progress in achieving comprehensive internationalization and enhancing global engagement across the entire institution.

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Higher Education Policy Vol.38, Is.2
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Higher Education Policy Vol.38, Is.2

The edition of HEP brings us a diverse collection of papers, looking at themes such as why research grants are deemed significant in advancing an academic career in Finland, the federally mandated credit hour in US institutions and to what extent it is being followed, and managing and incentivising research impactin Autralia. Access more absracts here and learn how to access HEP as an IAU Member here.

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CUNY launches India’s First Focused Research Initiative Honouring Achyuta Samanta
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CUNY launches India’s First Focused Research Initiative Honouring Achyuta Samanta

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.

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EUA Survey - Call for contributions
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EUA Survey - Call for contributions

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.

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Beirut Arab University Research Report on SDGs 2023-24
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Beirut Arab University Research Report on SDGs 2023-24

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.

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Application Deadline Extended: ELP 2025-2026
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Application Deadline Extended: ELP 2025-2026

The IAU is pleased to announce that applications for the 2025-2026 cohort of the IAU Exeucitve Leadership Programme are now open! This cohort of the programme will meet from 24 October 2025 immediately following the IAU 2025 International Conference in Kigali, Rwanda through Autumn 2026.

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The XVI ESNsurvey is now open
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The XVI ESNsurvey is now open

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.

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World Earth Month 2025: the Role of Higher Education Institutions in Addressing Sustainability Challenges
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World Earth Month 2025: the Role of Higher Education Institutions in Addressing Sustainability Challenges

To mark World Earth Month 2025, the International Association of Universities (IAU) joined global partners at UNESCO Headquarters in Paris for an event convened by UNESCO IESALC in collaboration with National Geographic Learning. This high-level gathering brought together education leaders, sustainability experts, and policymakers to explore the transformative role of higher education in addressing global sustainability challenges.

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FAUBAI 2025: Towards Equitable and Sustainable Partnerships
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FAUBAI 2025: Towards Equitable and Sustainable Partnerships

The International Association of Universities (IAU) took part in the 2025 Conference of FAUBAI – the Brazilian Association for International Education – held in Brazil. The event gathered higher education leaders, scholars, and internationalization professionals from across Latin America and around the world to reflect on the evolving role of international education in addressing shared global challenges

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Shaping the Future of Erasmus+: IAU Contributes to Strategic Dialogue on Academic Mobility and Cooperation in Europe
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Shaping the Future of Erasmus+: IAU Contributes to Strategic Dialogue on Academic Mobility and Cooperation in Europe

On 29 April 2025, the IAU joined a key policy dialogue on the future of European academic mobility and cooperation, held in Brussels under the title “The Future of Europe = The Future of Erasmus+.” Organized by the Academic Cooperation Association (ACA) in collaboration with five of its members—DAAD (Germany), HK-dir (Norway), DZS (Czech Republic), Movetia (Switzerland), and VLUHR International (Flanders)—the event brought together a wide range of higher education stakeholders to reflect on the evolution of the Erasmus+ programme.

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University Mohammed VI Polytechnic – News updates from UM6P Morocco
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University Mohammed VI Polytechnic – News updates from UM6P Morocco

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).

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Queen’s University Global Engagement | Canada-Mexico initiative
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Queen’s University Global Engagement | Canada-Mexico initiative

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.

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