Internationalization of Higher Education in Romania, 5-6 May 2026
West University of Timișoara hosted the national conference “Internationalization of Higher Education in Romania: Towards Balanced and Inclusive Mobility,” bringing together representatives of Romanian universities, governmental institutions, European education bodies, and internationalization experts. The event focused on the strategic development of international higher education in Romania, emphasizing balanced and inclusive student mobility, international cooperation, and the strengthening of Romania’s global academic presence.
UNITA advances the development of joint degrees among partner universities
Professionals from different UNITA universities have gathered in Pamplona to advance the design and implementation of shared bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes
Science, Universities and global change: UniTo launches a new cycle on Science Diplomacy
The University of Turin launches a new series of events dedicated to science diplomacy and the transformation of the international order. Bringing together academics, institutions, and international experts, the initiative explores the growing role of universities in global relations and policymaking. UNITA is among the partners supporting the initiative.
Our Geminae partners: Universidade Pedagògica de Maputo (Mozambique)
A leading public university in Mozambique, Universidade Pedagògica de Maputo is committed in training highly qualified graduates who can contribute to sustainable economic and socio-cultural development. UPM is partner of UNITA through the Geminae programme.
Our Geminae partners: Université d’Abomey-Calavi (Benin)
The Université d’Abomey-Calavi (Benin), founded in 1970, is a leading institution in West Africa that educates thousands of students each year, actively contributing to the scientific and economic development of Benin.
1st UNITA Congress of Psychology Students
May 6-8
Strengthening academic ties: CHNU Professors visit the University of Turin
The visit of two professors from CHNU to the University of Turin offered a concrete opportunity to strengthen academic cooperation within the UNITA framework.
Through a structured programme of teaching, seminars, and institutional meetings, the exchange fostered dialogue and sharing of best practices.
The initiative highlights the strategic importance of collaboration with associated partners in building a more connected European academic community.
Building bridges across alliances
The visit of Justina Čekanauskienė from University of Klaipeda (Lithuania, EU-CONEXUS Alliance) to the University of Turin provided a valuable opportunity to exchange practices on communication strategies within European University Alliances.
Discussions focused on coordination models, internal workflows, and collaboration across institutions.
The meeting highlighted the growing importance of inter-alliance cooperation in strengthening communication and impact at the European level.
Student Voices in action: UNITA at the heart of ESA 2026
UNITA participated in the European Student Assembly 2026, contributing to key debates on Europe’s future. A delegation of five students engaged in panel discussions, helping develop recommendations to be presented to the European Commission. The event also fostered collaboration among European University Alliances, strengthening dialogue and new synergies.
The Università di Brescia visits the Geminae Partner Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perù and the Universidad Nacional de Ingeniería of Lima (UNI) to strengthen UNITA cooperation with extra-European universities
On 30 March, a delegation from the Università di Brescia — composed of the Vice-Rector for Internationalisation Policies, Prof. Roberto Ranzi, Prof. Maurizio Tira (DICATAM and EUA member), Prof. Barbara Scala (DICATAM) and Prof. Giovanna Grossi (DICATAM) — visited the Geminae UNITA partner Pontificia Universidad Católica del Perù.