1.0UNITAhttps://univ-unita.eu/itMiguelhttps://univ-unita.eu/it/author/miguel/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="ViuwQer5QY"><a href="https://univ-unita.eu/it/our-alliance/unita-geie/">UNITA GEIE</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://univ-unita.eu/it/our-alliance/unita-geie/embed/#?secret=ViuwQer5QY" width="600" height="338" title="“UNITA GEIE” — UNITA" data-secret="ViuwQer5QY" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! 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Established in January 2023 by the six universities of the pilot phase of the UNITA alliance — University of Turin, University of Savoie-Mont Blanc, University of Pau et des Pays de l’Adour, University of Zaragoza, University of Beira Interior, and University of Vest din Timișoara —, UNITA GEIE includes today also the Transilvania University of Brasov, the Public University of Navarra and, as an associate partner, the University of Applied Sciences and Arts of Western Switzerland: it represents the first initiative of its kind in Europe. By fostering cross-border collaboration, UNITA GEIE strengthens institutional ties and drives regional development within a European framework.  A Step Towards the European University The establishment of UNITA GEIE marks a significant milestone towards achieving the European University model.UNITA GEIE provides a structured legal framework to experiment with new forms of university collaboration aligned with European higher education strategies Legal representative: Stefano Geuna General Director: Federica Candelaresi Project manager: Tommaso Branzaglia Administration: Giuseppe Cestaro IT Department Director: Alin Cretu Address: Via Po, 11 – Turin, Italy Contact: unita.geie@gmail.com   Objectives and Strategic Vision Providing common services to member Universities in the development and implementation of the Alliance’s objectives in the fields of education, research, innovation and organisation.Improving UNITA organization and management governance, visibility and stability, for long-term sustainability.Supporting project and post-project activities and their financing: autonomous management of funds, participation to EU or national competitive procedures, establishment of employment and supply contracts, establishment of partnerships with companies, public institutions and no-profit entities. Compromised with equality UNITA-GEIE has developed a complete Gender and Equality Plan. Strengthening Local and European Influence By emphasizing European values and regional specificities, UNITA GEIE increases the international visibility and attractiveness of the UNITA alliance. Its strong integration within local, regional, cross-border, and European realities ensures a robust academic and research ecosystem that contributes to the long-term development of its member institutions and associated territories. UNITA-Universitas Montium GEIE stands as a pioneering model in European higher education, demonstrating how transnational cooperation can shape the future of academic excellence and innovation in Europe. Activities Our actions try to reach internal and external aspects of the UNITA developement UNITA activities Public activities UNITA GEIE – Governance Strategic Board (Conseil Stratégique) Marilen Gabriel Pirtea UVT Biography Ana Paula Duarte UBI Biography Cristina Prandi UNITO Biography Philippe Briand USMB Biography Laurent Bordes UPPA Biography Ramón Gonzalo UPNA Biography Rosa María Bolea Bailo UNIZAR Biography Vasile Abrudan UNITBV Biography Luciana Vaccaro HES-HO Biography Francesco Castelli UNIBS Biography UNITA GEIE – Conseil de Gérance Emanuela Barbero University of Turin Secretary General of the Conseil de Gérance Maelle Lepoutre University Savoie Mont Blanc Andra Mirona Stan Dragotesc  West University of Timisoara Alexandry Lucian Curtu Transilvania University of Brasov Stefano Filippini University of Brescia Mar González Paredes Public University of Navarre UNITA GEIE – Comité de Proposition et Pilotage The Comité de Proposition et Pilotage clearly defines the specific resources and procedures to be implemented in order to ensure the rigorous execution of the GEIE’s activities, as determined by the Strategic Council Key Insights Together, we are UNITAhttps://univ-unita.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/DSC_0998.jpg1180650