Do you think you know your rights as a European citizen? Workshop on ‘European identity and citizenship’ at Liceul Teoretic Periam
On 17 December 2025, a UNITA workshop on Identity and European Citizenship was held at the Periam Theoretical High School with 11th and 12th grade students from the socio-humanities track. The event explored European identity, feelings of belonging, and students’ perceptions of the European Union, drawing on Eurobarometer data and interactive discussions. A key focus was placed on EU citizens’ rights, including freedom of movement, study, work, voting, and non-discrimination, illustrated through practical, locally relevant examples. The workshop concluded with a quiz to assess students’ understanding of European citizenship.
Our Geminae partners: Université D’Antananarivo (Madagascar)
The Université d’Antananarivo is the principal and oldest public university in Madagascar, located in the capital city of Antananarivo. Founded in 1955 as the Institut des Hautes Études d’Antananarivo, the institution has progressively established itself as the country’s leading centre for higher education and for academic and scientific development at the national level.
UNITA Days at UNITBV
The “UNITA Days” event, organized on November 5, 2025, by Transilvania University of Brașov, was dedicated to promoting international mobility opportunities and the programs of the UNITA University Alliance among students. The event combined informative presentations, experience-sharing sessions, and practical workshops designed to familiarize participants with UNITA’s mission, benefits, and application procedures. Students explored peer experiences within UNITA, learned about European career opportunities, and received hands-on guidance on preparing Europass CVs, motivation letters, and mobility applications. Interactive activities, including quizzes, competitions, and a treasure hunt, encouraged active participation, teamwork, and creativity. Overall, the event supported students’ academic and professional development by enhancing their awareness of international opportunities within the European higher education context.
USMB Hosts a UNITA Staff Week on Intercomprehension and Linguistic Heritage
From 24 to 28 November 2025, Université Savoie Mont Blanc (USMB) hosted in Chambéry the UNITA Staff Week “Linguistic Paths of Savoie: Intercomprehension and Cultural Heritage”. Organised in collaboration with Transilvania University of Brașov (Romania) and the University of Turin (Italy), the event brought together university staff from the UNITA alliance to explore innovative approaches to plurilingualism, intercomprehension and the valorisation of cultural and territorial heritage through pedagogical and immersive activities.
European University Alliances as Drivers of Transformation: Insights from a French National Report
Published on 17 December, a qualitative evaluation report by the French Ministry of Higher Education and Research highlights the transformative impact of European University Alliances on higher education institutions. The report recognizes Alliances as catalysts for organizational, pedagogical and research innovation, while also emphasizing their role in fostering a strong sense of European belonging. It calls for sustainable, coordinated funding mechanisms and a stable legal framework to ensure the long-term success of European University Alliances. UNITA actively contributed to this national assessment through the involvement of UPPA and USMB.
Our Geminae partners: Universidad del Rosario (Colombia)
The Colegio del Rosario in Colombia was founded in 1653. Since its foundation, the Universidad del Rosario has been an institution “of” and “for” its students, and its life has been inseparable from that of Colombia: each has nourished and developed alongside the other. This university has six multicampus locations where a student community of 12,836 students can find innovative spaces to complement their academic activities. The university offers 41 undergraduate programs, 82 specializations, 50 master’s programs, and 10 doctoral programs.
International Mountain Day in UNIBS: UNITA and CAI Brescia between Science and Art
On International Mountain Day (11 December), the University of Brescia hosted an event organized by UNITA – Universitas Montium and CAI Brescia to explore climate change impacts on mountain environments. Combining science, personal experiences, cinema, and photography, the event featured Andrea Zatta, creator of the Ice Stupa Kanskhar Project and The Ice Builders documentary, in conversation with glacier expert Professor Roberto Ranzi. Opened by CAI Brescia President Renato Veronesi, the evening aimed to raise awareness of the climate crisis and concluded with the opening of the photographic exhibition “The Last Days – Adamello”, showcasing the retreat of alpine glaciers.
Conference: The Last Day. From the Glacier to the City. A Journey from the Adamello Glacier to the Heart of Brescia
On Friday, 21 November, the conference “The Last Day. From the Glacier to the City” was held at Palazzo Loggia in Brescia, concluding the Una Sola Terra Festival. The event featured the presentation of the photographic project “The Last Days,” which documents the rapid retreat of the Adamello glacier. The conference was part of the International Year of Glacier Preservation promoted by UNESCO and the WMO, and was organized with the involvement of the University of Brescia, the UNITA – Universitas Montium alliance, and several local partners.
RENALPS Project
The RENALPS project, funded by the UNITA – Universitas Montium Alliance, focuses on assessing pathways to carbon neutrality in Alpine regions. Through case studies, it develops decision-support tools to help local authorities identify the most effective mix of renewable energy sources. Coordinated by the University of Brescia with partners across Europe, the project concluded with a final meeting on November 5th, 2025, where results, future perspectives, and practical applications—highlighted by a visit to a hydroelectric power plant—were presented.
UNITA joins the 2024 Green Erasmus+ Projects Compendium
UNITA – Universitas Montium has been selected for the 2024 #Green Erasmus+ Compendium, the European showcase of best practices integrating environmental sustainability into Erasmus+ initiatives.
UNITA stands out for embedding sustainability from its inception through the Green UNITA initiative and a shared European competence framework. The project further strengthened its commitment by integrating environmental sustainability into its Code of Ethics and Conduct. The recognition confirms the strategic role of inter-university cooperation in shaping a sustainable European higher education model.
