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McMaster University -Future of Our Planet Conference 2026
The inaugural FOP2026 conference will bring global researchers together to address clean energy, ecosystem health, and human wellbeing.
IAU at the HLPF 2026
From 7 to 15 July 2026, the United Nations High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development (HLPF) will be held under the auspices of the Economic and Social Council. The 2026 Forum will focus on the theme “Transformative, equitable, innovative and coordinated actions for the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and its Sustainable Development Goals for a sustainable future for all.”
IAU New Members - May 2026
The Association of International Universities is pleased to welcome three institutions to our membership, including one returning member.
Register Now: IAU 17th General Conference
Hosted by Murdoch University from 3-6 November 2026, the IAU 17th General Conference event will feature a dynamic programme exploring emerging trends in higher education, drawing on diverse perspectives from all regions of the world.
MCO 2026 Student competition is now Open
This year’s theme is: The Humanities and How They Influence Access to and the Experience of Higher Education.
European Academic Recognition in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
The IAU was pleased to participate and contribute to the 33rd Annual Joint Meeting of the ENIC and NARIC Networks held on 24-26 May 2026 in Athens, Greece.
United Nations Academic Impact appoints the University of Gothenburg as the new vice-chair for research for SDG 8
The university of Gothenburg has been leading the SDG 8 initiative for the International Association of Universities since 2018.
Toward a High-Impact University That Changes the World
The IAU was pleased to have been invited for the second year in a row to the Network for University Leaders in Governance and Management (DG2) 2026 Summer School, hosted by UNIMINUTO, Colombia.
16th ANIE Annual Conference 2026 – Call for Submissions
Early bird registration discounts are available for both ANIE members and non-members until 30th July 2026.
Final Days to Respond to the EUA Trends 2027 Survey
The deadline to submit a response on behalf of your institution is 19 June 2026.
NIC-Japan Seminar Series: Myanmar's Education System and Higher Education Qualifications
The seminar will feature Professor Emeritus Hiromitsu Muta of the Tokyo Institute of Technology as the guest speaker.
UNINETTUNO supporting the work of young filmmakers across the Mediterranean
Over the years, UNINETTUNO has actively contributed to the development of the initiative, involving students and academic communities in activities that combine education, creativity and intercultural cooperation.
The British University in Egypt signed a new Memorandum of Understanding with Queen’s University Belfast
The agreement introduces a Dentistry and Pharmacy Quality Assurance framework, externally moderated by Queen’s to ensure UK sector standards and enhance the student learning experience.
Morocco – Highlights from UM6P: March & April 2026
Read the news updates from University Mohammed VI Polytechnic, Morocco.
Register now for the ACU Live webinar: From funding pressure to financial resilience
The webinar will take place online on 28 May 2026 (12:00–13:15 BST)
KIIT Marks the International Art of Giving Day 2026
Global Humanitarian Movement “Share to Shine” Inspires Worldwide Participation Across Continents
28th IEASA Annual Conference 2026 - Registration is now open!
Theme: “Rewriting the Agenda: Internationalisation through a Global South Lens”
The British University in Egypt - Join the COP31 Simulation Programme
The Programme is designed to develop students’ skills in climate literacy, diplomacy, negotiation, and policy advocacy.
Applications Now Open: Study Visit at Universidade Aberta, Portugal
The International Association of Universities (IAU) is pleased to announce the opening of applications for the second in a series of four OpenEU Study Visits, organised by the IAU in its role as an Associative partner of OpenEU. This Study Visit will take place at the Universidade Aberta in Lisbon, Portugal.