This image features an individual smiling, accompanied by text associated with the European University Association. The text reads: "Without good leadership, there are no attractive careers. And without attractive career paths, universities will lose their appeal." The name "Karen Vandevelde" and "University of Antwerp" are mentioned.

Today’s academic profession is challenging. So why do we still hire, assess and reward academics as if excellent research output and adequate teaching skills is all that matters?
#EUAExpertVoices article by Karen Vandevelde, from @uantwerpen.be 🔗 https://bit.ly/47XdG7S

Public trust in science is stable despite prevailing narratives but there are divides along political, religious and generational lines, researchers have told the European University Association conference #academicsky #science #publictrust
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#eua2026ac | European University Association Our 2026 Annual Conference has come to an end. In the third plenary session, we explored European Universities alliances, leadership, and the future of international cooperation. This format of coope...

Our 2026 Annual Conference has come to an end. Thank you to all participants, speakers, volunteers and our host @yeditepeuniversity.bsky.social for helping us make #EUA2026AC a success!
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#eua2026ac | European University Association The first day of the 2026 EUA Annual Conference is over. EUA President Josep M. Garrell introduced this year’s topic in his welcome address: “This year we will be addressing a topic that is at the ve...

Day 2 of #EUA2026AC will begin shortly.
Here is a quick recap of the first day:

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Recent developments demonstrate just how important dedicated instruments and training are to career development for young researchers and doctoral candidates, write Ann MacPhail (@unioflimerick.bsky.social) and Simon Marti (#EUACDE) in this #DoctoralDebate article 📝 https://bit.ly/4bXfnTR

The image is a news announcement from the European University Association. It states: "EUA Board calls for the safeguarding of autonomy, diversity and inclusive governance for universities in Georgia."

The Board of the European University Association (EUA) notes with concern recent developments related to higher education reforms outlined by the government of Georgia.
Statement in full 🔗 https://bit.ly/3OctFbi

The image features a person in professional attire, standing with arms crossed. The text beside them reads: "The role of universities goes far beyond innovation. It is about preparing societies to navigate complex change and ensuring that the next generations have both the voice and the tools to shape the future." The name Stella Tsani is displayed with their affiliation to the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens. There is a logo for EUA Spotlight on Sustainability in the top right corner.

Universities have a unique capacity and responsibility to lead on sustainability by empowering students, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and strengthening links between science and policy, writes Stella Tsani
✍🏼 https://bit.ly/4bLRBvi

#EUAExpertVoices

An image with the European University Association logo in the top right corner. The text reads: "EXPERT VOICES: To make studying abroad inclusive for all students, their teachers are the best role models." Below, it says "By Valérie Van Hees and Orhan Ağırdağ, KU Leuven." Large quotation marks are in the background.

Academic staff can play a crucial role in encouraging students from underrepresented backgrounds to participate in international academic experiences like Erasmus+ exchanges, write Valérie Van Hees and Orhan Ağırdağ, from KU Leuven.
🔗 https://bit.ly/4cmWZ8c

#EUAExpertVoices

The image is a promotional header from the European University Association titled "EXPERT VOICES." It highlights an op-ed titled "University leaders see opportunities in EU’s competitiveness agenda" by Anna-Lena Claeys-Kulik and Thomas Jorgensen, with visual design elements including quotation marks.

University leaders from across Europe are embracing the EU’s competitiveness agenda, while warning against the risk of instrumentalisation, as a recent EUA report shows.
✍🏼 Op-Ed by Anna-Lena Claeys-Kulik and @thomasjorgensen.eupolicy.social.ap.brid.gy for R&D Magazine https://bit.ly/4bj4Hjo

EUA welcomes the publication of draft reports on the EU’s next Horizon Europe programme, authored by MEPs Christian Ehler and @repasi.bsky.social by the European Parliament’s Committee on Industry, Research and Energy (ITRE).

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This image features an individual standing next to a quote about reforming research and academic career assessment not being about identifying a prefect, one-size-fits-all model but an opportunity to strengthen research organizations, the people who sustain them and science. The European University Association (EUA) logo is visible in the top right corner. The name "Iris Uribesalgo, EU-LIFE" is displayed in a blue box.

For Iris Uribesalgo, @eu-life.bsky.social, learning from the process, leaders taking ownership and building institutional capacity are key to shaping meaningful and sustainable change in assessment practices.

Read her #EUAExpertVoices article https://bit.ly/4bMYv3h

EU competitiveness agenda ‘disconnected from daily challenges’ Commission ambitions diverge from major issues universities face, leading sector figures tell parliament event

Senior figures from the European higher education sector have warned that the European Commission’s push for competitiveness risks overlooking the broader social mission of universities, as debate intensifies over the next Horizon Europe framework #EduSky #HigherEd
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On Thursday 5 March, EUA and MEP Laurence Farreng brought together university and student representatives, European policy makers and stakeholders to discuss how… | Eur... On Thursday 5 March, the European University Association and MEP Laurence Farreng brought together university and student representatives, European policy makers and stakeholders to discuss how Europe...

How can Europe and its universities join forces for competitiveness and sustainable prosperity? Short summary of the event held by EUA and MEP @laurencefarreng.bsky.social at https://bit.ly/3NhyNup

ECF funding should focus on excellence, sector leaders say - Research Professional News Research and innovation representatives reject MEPs’ calls for European Competitiveness Fund to have geographical allocations

From our latest issue: The planned European Competitiveness should focus on excellence and avoid national allocations, sector leaders say

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As EUA’s work on leadership development shows, tackling persistent barriers to diverse leadership is a strategic imperative for Europe’s universities.

#EUAExpertVoices article by Thomas Estermann and @mblancopalencia.bsky.social 🔗 https://bit.ly/4u72PBH

#IWD2026

How can university leadership foster meaningful internal collaboration across faculties, departments and administrative units? Join us at #EUA2026AC to discuss this and more questions.
🎤 Pio Fenton, Carmen Vargas, Isabel Gil
📆 16-17 April, @yeditepeuniversity.bsky.social

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🎙️ In episode 2 of the #STAFFDEV_EU podcast series, Gudrun Geirsdottir from the @haskoliislands.bsky.social's Centre for Teaching and Learning explains how staying ‘future-oriented’ sometimes just means taking each wave one step at a time 🌊

🎧 Listen now at https://bit.ly/m/EUApodcast

📣The fourth and final FRONTIERS call is now open.
Science journalists at all career levels can apply for a 3–5 month residency at a European research institution.

Deadline: 25 May '26
Last chance to apply; don't miss it!
🔗 frontiers.media/residencies/...

#sciencejournalism #Frontierresearch #ERC

In a joint statement, EUA and fellow R&I stakeholders provide new analysis of the European Commission’s proposal for a new European Competitiveness Fund, calling for a clear and structured connection between ECF and Horizon Europe.

🔗 Statement in full bit.ly/477gC12

The image features a person alongside a quote about fair and transparent rankings in higher education. The quote emphasizes the importance of promoting the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in global education. The left side displays a headshot of the individual. The right side features the European University Association (EUA) logo, with the text "Spotlight on Sustainability." The name Sarah Spiegel and the affiliation with the German Rectors' Conference (Hochschulrektorenkonferenz - HRK) are mentioned.

Green rankings have had a real positive impact on universities, but a major agency’s recent change in model may signal a worrying shift towards further commercialisation, writes Sarah Spiegel of @hrkaktuell.bsky.social
🔗 Read this #EUAExpertVoices article https://bit.ly/3OIgsXH

EU told to end haphazard funding of university alliances There is growing pressure for a less haphazard and more sustainable funding base for the existing European university alliances so as to maximise thei...

EUA has released an in-depth report specifically looking at developing new strategies for financial sustainability of the European University alliances, outlining key areas for action: www.universityworldnews.com/post.php

@uniworldnews.bsky.social

Erasmus+: your questions answered

As the sector prepares for the UK’s reassociation to Erasmus+, focus is turning to the practicalities: eligibility, timelines, funding calls and ECHE requirements.

We’ve prepared an FAQ to support UK higher education institutions in taking the next steps. ✅

📖 Learn more: https://loom.ly/5JgstoM

Sector suggests changes for a ‘more impactful’ 2028-34 Erasmus+

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Following their united call for ambitious investment in Erasmus+, EUA and 16 partner organisations have presented a joint set of proposed amendments to the draft regulation for the next Erasmus Plus programme (2028-2034)
🔗 bit.ly/3MjRRrA

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What are the key pillars to ensure the viability of European Universities alliances?

This briefing analyses survey evidence and develops a conceptual framework that can support a structured and strategic discussion about the alliances' future 📄 https://bit.ly/4rkqufZ

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EUI alliances ‘need coherent overall funding model’ - Research Professional News European Universities Initiative funding must reflect varied sources and institutional aims, EUA report says

The European Universities Initiative alliances ‘need a coherent overall funding model’, says @eua.eu

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#staffdev_eu #eualearnteach | European University Association The 2026 European Learning & Teaching Forum wrapped up yesterday. The last day left us with a simple challenge: which dots are we actually connecting? Drawing on her experience as a researcher and a...

#EUALearnTeach Forum came to an end on Friday 13 February. Thank you to all participants, speakers, organisers and volunteers for helping us make this event a success.

For a summary of Day 2, please visit our LinkedIn account: www.linkedin.com/feed/update/...

Day 2 of the 2026 European Learning & Teaching Forum starts with parallel breakout sessions, after which we will have a coffee break before we meet in plenum for the last Plenary Session.

Keep sharing your impressions with us, using #EUALearnTeach

#eualearnteach | European University Association Our first day of the 2026 European Learning & Teaching Forum is over. Isabel Capeloa Gil, Rector of Universidade Católica Portuguesa, welcomed attendees to Lisbon highlighting that university leaders...

#EUALearnTeach Forum, Day 1 sessions are officially over.

👉 Head over to our LinkedIn account for a recap bit.ly/4tzCEmR

"Learning happens through engagement, dialogue, critique, collaboration. By empowering students as co-creators of knowledge. But experimentation requires leadership and governance structures that enable innovation without sacrificing quality." Isabel Capeloa Gil #EUALearnTeach