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Do you think you know your rights as a European citizen? Workshop on ‘European identity and citizenship’ at Liceul Teoretic Periam

European citizenship workshop

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)

Université D’Antananarivo - Main building

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

UNITA Days event participants

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

UNITA week on Intercomprehension at USMB - Participants

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.