BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ACE2-EU European University - ECPv6.16.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:ACE2-EU European University X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu X-WR-CALDESC:Events for ACE2-EU European University REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251127T115246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251127T164839Z UID:10000112-1765465200-1765472400@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Moving information across the different fields: activating voice and body DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Active Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES) \n  \nDuration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 2 hrs synchronous online\nOnline component: 11 December 2025\, 15:00–17:00 (CET)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive a certificate of attendance. \nOrganised by: \nName of the University (Country) \n\nLatvian Academy of Culture (Riga\, Latvia) – Lead and Host Institution\n\nTeachers of the University (Country) \n\nRita Lūriņa (LAC + Turība)\nZane Daudziņa\n\nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“The course is open to everyone to learn tips and tricks to help engage students in various fields of study. The professionals will share their best practices that can be easily integrated into other courses for students as icebreakers\, warm-ups\, breaks between lectures\, etc.” \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nLearn new skills on HOW to communicate;\nLearn new skills on body movement and its importance in learning environment;\nReflect on what skills are needed to lead experiential learning;\nIdeas on how the experiential learning can look like in practice;\nExperience the proposed tasks;\n\nWhat you would need to participate: \n\nSafe space to work with your voice (might make some noise);\nSpace for body movement – few square metres will be enough;\nGood internet connection;\nOpen mind to try practices you might not have tried before;\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/kP3cLyqQ4zDMtq9x9 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 10 December 2025 \nA Teams invitation will be sent so that this course is added directly to your calendar. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: kamilla.kuna@lka.edu.lv URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/moving-information-across-the-different-fields-activating-voice-and-body/ CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/ALES-LAC_WEB-mobile-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251115T095748Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T095259Z UID:10000107-1765440000-1765472400@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACE Day - A Celebration of the ACE²-EU Alliance DESCRIPTION:Save the Date: 11 December 2025 \nThe ACE²-EU Alliance is delighted to announce ACE Day\, a special moment dedicated to celebrating the founding of our Alliance and the vibrant community that has grown around it. \nOn 11 December 2025\, all universities within the ACE²-EU Alliance will come together to mark this important milestone. The celebration will take place on-site in every university\, bringing students\, academic and administrative staff\, and members of the wider community together for a day full of inspiration\, collaboration\, and intercultural exchange. \nACE Day will feature a diverse programme on-site\, hybrid\, and fully online activities\, offering everyone in the Alliance the chance to participate\, no matter where they are. \nProgramme highlights: On-site events in each university \nProgramme highlights: Hybrid event – open to all the ACE members \n\nVirtual Coffee Session: A friendly\, informal online gathering where participants from all ACE universities can meet\, connect\, and enjoy meaningful conversations across borders.\n\nProgramme highlights: Full online event – open to all the ACE members \n\nACE Virtual Escape Room: An exciting gamified challenge themed around the core values and mission of ACE²-EU. Teams will work together to solve puzzles and compete for the fastest time.\nOver 200 participants are expected to join this flagship event!\nACE Storytelling – Life Stories from the Alliance: A collaborative multimedia presentation showcasing personal stories from students\, staff\, stakeholders\, and community members impacted by the ACE²-EU Alliance.\n\nA Celebration Across Europe \nACE Day will be an inspiring\, energising\, and unifying experience\, bringing our Alliance to life on every campus. Through engaging activities\, intercultural exchange\, team spirit\, and meaningful encounters\, we celebrate not only our accomplishments but also the promising future we continue to build together. \nSave the Date: 11 December 2025 \nA memorable ACE Day awaits. \nThe full programme will be published soon on this page. URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/ace-day-a-celebration-of-the-ace%c2%b2-eu-alliance/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/WEBSITE_calendar-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250904T120841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T095242Z UID:10000076-1764748800-1764867600@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACEploration no. 5\, building ACE²-EU networks DESCRIPTION:On- site: 3 – 4 December 2025 (Villach\, Austria) \nTheme: ACE²-EU Designing Future Solutions for Sustainable Development \nDeadline for nominations: 25 September 2025 (23:59 CET) \nContact: c.oman@fh-kaernten.at \nSubthemes (as described in the Call): \nTechnologically grounded\nInnovative technologies addressing global challenges (digital\, mechanical\, biological\, hybrid). \nPitch Example: Digital Inclusion\, Technology and Society (ensuring accessibility and usability of digital tools to reduce inequalities). \nSocially responsive\nProjects centered on human needs\, equity\, diversity\, and inclusion\, empowering communities and bridging social sciences\, humanities\, and practice. \nPitch Examples: Climate change and mental health for primary care professionals; The future of rural regions in the context of demographic change. \nEnvironmentally sustainable\nSolutions reducing ecological impact and supporting regeneration\, biodiversity\, circular design\, and sustainable resource use. \nPitch Example: Environmental Surveillance of Biohazards (wastewater monitoring for early detection and informed decision-making). \nKey dates: \n\nPre – briefing meeting (online): 27 October 2025\nACEploration (onsite in Villach\, Austria): 3 – 4 December 2025 (Austria)\nPost – ACEploration review (online): 15 December 2025 URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/5th-aceploration-mission-carinthia-university-of-applied-sciences-austria-3/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ACEPloration-AU-MOBILE-WEBSITE.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251202T113000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251001T123321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T095420Z UID:10000089-1764669600-1764675000@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Call for Registration – Transnational Entrepreneurship Traineeship Programme DESCRIPTION:Date: 2 December 2025\, 10:00 – 11:30 am CST\nLocation: Online (the meeting link will be shared upon registration)\nOrganised by: Entrepreneurship Academy\, ARIES Incubator \nAbout the Programme\nThe Transnational Entrepreneurship Traineeship Programme offers students the opportunity to gain practical experience\, develop entrepreneurial skills\, and expand their international network. \nCertificate of attendance is not included. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nHands-on experience: work on real projects and learn how to transform ideas into action.\nSkill development: acquire competences in problem-solving\, teamwork\, leadership\, and innovation.\nInternational networking: connect with students\, startups\, mentors\, and potential investors from across Europe.\nCareer advantage: strengthen your profile with practical startup experience to enhance future career or business opportunities.\nPersonal mentoring: benefit from guidance provided by experienced entrepreneurs and experts.\n\nTarget Group\nThe programme is open to students from all study levels and disciplines who are interested in entrepreneurship and innovation. \nRegistration\n\nDeadline for registration: 28 November 2025\, 23:59 CET\nRegistration form: https://forms.gle/wMmHzEBb3m29Nsmm8\n\nContact\nFor additional information\, please contact:\ninfo.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/call-for-registration-transnational-entrepreneurship-traineeship-programme/ CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/online.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251202T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251001T124007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T110836Z UID:10000090-1764662400-1764867600@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Knowledge Creation Team Workshop #1 DESCRIPTION:Call for Registration – Collaborate for Climate. Design for Impact “Energy & Climate Resilience”\nDate: 2 – 4 December 2025\nLocation: In Person\, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences\, Villach Austria\nOrganised by: Sustainable Technologies Applied Research & Innovation Centre\, ARIES Incubator\, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences\, Villach Austria \nDeadline for Registration: 15 October 2025\, 23:59 CET \nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/igqqf2UthhN8NuKF8\nCertificate of attendance included: Yes\nObjectives: \n\nTo strengthen and develop the thematic focus and regional reach of the three existing Applied Research Centres (ARCs)\, and\nTo build bridges between ARCs by addressing interdisciplinary or cross-cutting themes that promote cooperation across the Alliance’s research domains.\n\nWhat you’ll gain: \n\nExpand your local project to an alliance wide impact\nCo-create Cross Disciplinary Innovation projects with peers across the Alliance\nGet tailored support in Project Proposals & Funding opportunities\nBe Part of the ACE²-EU Alliance\n\nWho should attend \n\nApplied research local projects with real-world outputs (prototype\, policy\, training\, Pilot\, etc.) with real world impact\nProject ideas that support the advancement or specialisation of Energy & Climate Resilience\, and may bridge multiple advancements through interdisciplinary approaches\n\nFor inquiries: \n\nGeneral & Programme related: info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro\nLogistics related: M.Pebayle@fh-kaernten.at URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/knowledge-creation-team-workshop-1/ CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/On-site-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251201T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251219T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250912T070923Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T093314Z UID:10000080-1764583200-1766163600@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:CoActEU – Law\, Policies and Practices for Sustainable Societies DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nThese are blended credit-bearing programmes which use a challenge-based pedagogical approach will involve a minimum of one mobility week for participating students and will be open to students from all ACE2-EU Aalliance members. The main aim of ABCs is to allow students to work collectively on developing work plans and solutions focussed on solving real-world challenges identified by external stakeholders relevant to EU priority areas\, through a blended challenge- based pedagogical approach. \n  \nDuration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 20 hrs synchronous online\, 25 hrs onsite + 45 hrs independent and group work\nOnline component: 1\, 3\, 5 December 2025\, 10:12 CEST ; 9 – 10 December 2025\, 10:12 CEST\, 22 – 23 December 2025\, 10:12 CEST.\nOn-site component: 15 – 19 December 2025 (Goce Delcev University (UGD)– North Macedonia).\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn sucessful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \nGoce Delcev University (UGD)– North Macedonia \n\nAna Nikodinovska Krstevska\nBiljana Todorova\nBorka Tusevska Gavrilovikj\n\nUniversity Constantin Brâncusi (UCB) – Romania \n\nLuminița Georgeta Popescu\nCorina Drăgan\nAdriana Comarlă\n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \nMunicipality of Stip\, Republic of North Macedonia \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nCoActEU – Law\, Policies and Practices for Sustainable Societies \nis a 4-week Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) programme that combines online and face-to-face learning. Designed for students from diverse disciplines\, the course introduces the EU’s approach to sustainability and empowers youth to act as agents of change in their communities. \nWorking in international and interdisciplinary teams\, students will explore EU sustainability law and policies\, identify local challenges\, and co-design innovative solutions in collaboration with universities\, local stakeholders\, and civil society. The programme culminates in the design and presentation of community-based project proposals that translate European sustainability strategies into practical local action. \n  \nCourse Description:\n \nThe course is designed to introduce\, deepen\, and broaden students’ understanding of sustainability as a multidimensional concept\, with particular emphasis on the policies\, legal frameworks\, and practices that underpin the development of sustainable societies. The entire course is delivered through online sessions\, on-site session and reflection session\, \nOnline sessions: The online component of the course provides students with a foundational understanding of sustainability in the European context\, combining theoretical knowledge with practical application. During these sessions\, students will: \n\nFamiliarise themselves with European sustainable development Onsite sessions: The policies\, exploring key strategies and frameworks that guide sustainability efforts across the EU.\nExamine EU law and institutions\, with a focus on how sustainability policies are formulated\, implemented\, and monitored at different levels.\nEngage in discussions with experts and academics to analyse legal\, political\, and institutional challenges related to sustainability.\nCollaborate in teams to develop initial project ideas\, applying their acquired knowledge to propose practical solutions for local sustainability challenges.\n\nThe online sessions lay the groundwork for subsequent onsite activities\, ensuring students are prepared to engage with local stakeholders and apply theoretical concepts in practical\, community-based projects. \nOnsite component of the course provides students with hands-on\, experiential learning opportunities that complement the theoretical knowledge gained online. During these sessions\, students will: \n\nParticipate in theoretical modules delivered through a structured\, methodology-driven approach.\nComplete practical assignments designed to apply sustainability concepts in real-world contexts.\nVisit workshops\, laboratories\, and relevant institutions\, gaining direct exposure to sustainability practices.\nEngage in knowledge and experience exchanges with practitioners and key stakeholders\, fostering professional insight and collaborative skills.\n\nThrough these activities\, students will develop a deeper understanding of sustainability as both a lifestyle and a guiding principle\, preparing them to contribute effectively to creating more sustainable and livable communities. \nFollow-up / reflection: The follow-up component of the course is designed to consolidate and apply the knowledge and skills acquired during the online and onsite sessions. During these sessions\, students will: \n\nPractice and apply acquired knowledge by engaging with real-life cases\, practical examples\, and concrete sustainability challenges.\nDisseminate knowledge through workshops\, project presentations\, and analyses of regulations\, legislation\, and best practices.\nReceive mentoring and guidance to finalise their project proposals\, ensuring academic rigor and practical feasibility.\nShare results online with the broader European network of partners\, fostering cross-cultural collaboration and exchange.\nConduct reflection and evaluation to assess what strategies and solutions work best and how they can be adapted or scaled further.\nPrepare for potential funding applications or local initiatives\, translating project ideas into actionable community interventions.\n\nThese sessions aim to ensure that students not only internalise theoretical knowledge but also gain practical experience in implementing sustainable solutions\, reinforcing their ability to contribute effectively to sustainable societies. \n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nParticipants will: \n\nIdentify and critically analyse sustainability challenges in their communities and disciplines.\nCollaborate with peers from diverse academic backgrounds and with local stakeholders.\nCo-design impactful\, community-oriented projects that connect EU policies with local practice.\nDevelop key transversal skills:\nCritical thinking & problem-solving\nCommunication & advocacy\nCreativity & innovation\nProject planning & leadership\nIntercultural awareness & teamwork\nReflect on their personal and professional growth as collective change-makers in sustainable societies.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nBy participating in the CoActEU – Law\, Policies and Practices for Sustainable Societies\, studens will gain a powerful combination of skills\, experiences\, and opportunities that go beyond the classroom:\nUnderstand and analyse sustainability as a multidimensional concept\, including environmental\, social\, and economic dimensions.\nExplain European Union sustainability policies and strategies\, and critically assess their formulation\, implementation\, and impact.\nEvaluate relevant legal frameworks and institutional structures that govern sustainable development at European and local levels.\nApply sustainability principles in practical contexts through project-based learning and real-life case studies.\nCollaborate effectively with peers\, stakeholders\, and practitioners to co-design innovative solutions for local sustainability challenges.\nCommunicate project proposals and findings clearly and persuasively\, both in written and oral formats.\nReflect critically on sustainability practices\, identifying effective strategies and potential improvements.\nDevelop skills for planning\, implementing\, and monitoring community-based sustainability initiatives\, including understanding potential funding mechanisms.\nDemonstrate ethical and responsible decision-making that considers social\, environmental\, and economic implications of actions.\nIntegrate theoretical knowledge with practical experience\, preparing to contribute to sustainable societies as informed citizens and professionals.\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in the following fields: \n\nLaw\nPolitical science\nEnvrinmental studies\nEconomics\nSociology\nApplied science and practices\nEthics/Philosophy\nEducation\nEU and International polocies and law\nUrban and regional planning\nOther academic areas also contribute to the understanding and development of the sustainability concept\, particularly in relation to policy-making\, legislation\, and practical implementation.\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nUnderstanding sustainability as a multidimensional concept\, including its social\, economic\, and environmental aspects\nEuropean Union policies\, law\, and governance related to sustainable development\nDesigning\, implementing\, and evaluating practical sustainability projects at the local or community level\nEngaging with legal\, political\, and institutional frameworks that shape sustainable societies\nCollaborating with peers\, stakeholders\, and practitioners to co-create innovative solutions\nEthical decision-making and responsible citizenship in the context of sustainability\nDeveloping professional skills in project management\, policy analysis\, and knowledge dissemination\n\nRecommended Language Level : \n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1 – B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/aZdLzShYX8ywqRpK7 \nDeadline for receipt of applications:  Friday\, 10 October 2025 before 23:59 \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to sucessful applicants on the day of month year (an acceptance letter will be sent by the host institution and will include programme registration details) \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: ace-com@e-ucb.ro URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/coacteu-law-policies-and-practices-for-sustainable-societies/ CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ABC-North-Macedonia.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251128T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251128T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251126T151840Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T151856Z UID:10000110-1764338400-1764345600@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Design Thinking for Education DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Active Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES) \n  \nDuration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 2 hrs. synchronous online\nOnline component: 28 November 2025\, 14:00–16:00 (CET)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive a certificate of attendance. \nOrganized by: \nName of the University (Country) \nSantarém Polytechnic University (Portugal) \nTeachers of the University (Country) \nAna Loureiro (Portugal) \nInês Messias (Portugal) \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“The objective of this two-hour online training programme is to furnish university educators with the necessary tools to cultivate an inclusive and student-centred teaching approach. This will be achieved by means of an exploration of Design Thinking-based practices. Participants will engage in collaborative tasks\, case discussions and scenario-based exercises to strengthen their teaching strategies and foster design thinking practices focused on students’ needs.” \n  \nCourse Description:\nThis 2-hour online training is part of the Active Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES)\, an initiative within the ACE2-EU Pedagogy Unit. The Pedagogy Unit contributes to the ACE2-EU educational mission by developing training programmes that strengthen a shared pedagogical culture across the Alliance\, focusing on design thinking methodologies that include challenge-based learning approaches. \nThe ALES sessions aim to empower university educators to create strategies focused on students’ needs to develop creativity and problem-solving. \n\nOnline session:\n\n\nPre-workshop task: Educator profile\nIntroduction and Icebreaker\nOverview on design thinking methodology\nCase scenarios\nBreakout room tasks on design thinking based challenges\nReflection and Q&A\n\nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nRaise awareness of the impact of the design teaching methodology;\nReflect on the educator’s and student’s role in the design teaching methodology;\nApply active learning tools for a more student-centered and inclusive learning environment;\nDevelop teaching strategies for a challenge-based learning approache.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nAnalyze the impact of design teaching methodologies on learning outcomes and student engagement.\nCritically evaluate the roles and responsibilities of both educators and students within design-based teaching contexts.\nSelect and implement active learning tools to create student-centered and inclusive learning environments.\nDesign and justify teaching strategies that apply a challenge-based learning approach in real or simulated educational scenarios.\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for staff from ACE2-EU partner universities: \n\nUniversity teaching staff;\nInstructional designers\, e-learning coordinators and educational developers;\n\n\nRecommended Language Level :\n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\n\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/FQRhtaMZ1qPw7wTaA \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 26/11/2025 \nNotification of acceptance to participate will be sent by the host institution through a Microsoft Teams invitation\, including the details of the online session and the access link. \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: Ace-com@e-ucb.ro URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/design-thinking-for-education-2/ CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Website_Facebook-_linkedin-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251126T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251126T150000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251104T162604Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T134355Z UID:10000102-1764165600-1764169200@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee no 20: Learn more about ARIES Incubator Knowledge Creation Missions #2 DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 26 November 2025 at 14:00 CET\nLocation: Online\, Zoom\n\nMeeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88226570027?pwd=UBaEI07lrDRPL eBN4kayEPjYQCc4B3.1\nMeeting ID: 882 2657 0027\nSecurity checked Passcode: 165983\n\n\nOrganised by: Knowledge creation team workshop #2 – Health & Wellbeing ARC\, Medical University of Gdańsk\, Poland\n\n  \nCertificate of attendance included : No\n\nWhat you’ll gain:\nIn this session you will be able to\,\n\nLearn more about ARIES Incubator’s vision for Knowledge creation missions\,\nLearn how to apply for EU projects (e.g. Horizon Europe)\nBuild collaboration between researchers & admin staff\nBoost your university’s chances for future funding\nOnly 3 alliance universities have secured Horizon grants-let’s grow that number!\n\n\n\nWho should attend:\n\nResearchers in pharmacy\, biochemistry\, neuroscience\, biostatistics\, cardiology & oncology\nAdmin staff from project offices familiar with national grant funding\n\n  \nFor inquiries:\n\nGeneral & Programme related: ʌ�▼V� info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro\n\n\nEvent specific inquiries:\n\nPatrycja Maszka-Stankiewicz – maszka- stankiewicz@gume.edu.pl\nKatarzyna Bruder – bruder@gumed.edu.pl URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/learn-more-about-aries-incubator-knowledge-creation-missions-2-together-for-health-inspiring-change-inspiring-care-health-on-horizon-translation-medicine/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Mobile-website-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251117T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250813T161954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T145023Z UID:10000056-1763391600-1763571600@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Unite and inspire\, breaking social barriers for people with special needs DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Program \nThese are blended credit-bearing programmes which use a challenge-based pedagogical approach will involve a minimum of one mobility week for participating students and will be open to students from all ACE2 -EU alliance members. The main aim of ABCs is to allow students to work collectively on developing work plans and solutions focussed on solving real-world challenges identified by external stakeholders relevant to EU priority areas\, through a blended challenge- based pedagogical approach. \n  \nDuration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours:10 hrs. synchronous online\, 25 hrs. onsite + 55 hrs. independent and group work\nOnline component: 17-19 November 2025\, 15:00-17:00 CEST and 12 December 2025\, 10:00-12:00 CEST\nOn-site component: 01-05 December 2025 ( it will take place: Targu Jiu\, Romania)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn sucessful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/unite-and-inspire-breaking-social-barriers-for-people-with-special-needs/ CATEGORIES:WP2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABC-Romania_webpage-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251117T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250811T110741Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T123718Z UID:10000053-1763391600-1763571600@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Equipped to Act: Building Professional Competence in Preventing and Responding to Domestic Violence! DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nThese credit-bearing blended programmes use a challenge-based approach and include at least one mobility week for students from all ACE2-EU members.\nThey are delivered jointly by ACE2-EU universities and external stakeholders from industry\, society\, or government.\nTheir main goal is for students to work together on solutions to real-world challenges related to EU priorities such as the digital and green transitions and current socio-economic issues. \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nOnline component: 17 – 19 November 2025\, 15:00 – 17:00 CEST and 12 December 2025\, 10:00 – 12:00 CEST\n10 hrs. synchronous online\, 25 hrs on-site + 55 hrs independent and group work\n\n\nOn-site component: 01 – 05 December 2025\n\n\nLocation where it will take place: Targu Jiu\, Romania\n\nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/equipped-to-act-building-professional-competence-in-preventing-and-responding-to-domestic-violence/ CATEGORIES:WP2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABC-Romania1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251117T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250813T162101Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T094127Z UID:10000057-1763373600-1764936000@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Unite and inspire\, breaking social barriers for people with special needs DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nThese are blended credit-bearing programmes which use a challenge-based pedagogical approach will involve a minimum of one mobility week for participating students and will be open to students from all ACE2-EU alliance members. The main aim of ABCs is to allow students to work collectively on developing work plans and solutions focussed on solving real-world challenges identified by external stakeholders relevant to EU priority areas\, through a blended challenge- based pedagogical approach. \n Duration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours:10 hrs synchronous online\, 25 hrs on-site + 55 hrs independent and group work\nOnline component: 17 – 19 November 2025\, 15:00 – 17:00 CEST and 12 December 2025\, 10:00 – 12:00 CEST\nOn-site component: 01 – 05 December 2025 (it will take place: Targu Jiu\, Romania)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn sucessful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \nConstantin Brancusi University (Romania) Lead and Host Institution \n\nLoredana Adriana Pătrăscoiu\nRocselana Verdeș\nAmalia Todoruț\n\nCarinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria) \n\nOana Ștefania Mitrea\n Antonia Kranzelbinder\n\nSantarém Polytechnic University (Portugal) \n\nPerpétua Silva\nCristina Novo\nIsabel Alexandra Damasceno Piscalho\n\nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria (Spain) \n\nSusana Bautista\nEste Vela\nLaura Martin\nLorena Lobato\n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\n”Christian” Day Centre\nCentres for Inclusive Education – Târgu Jiu\nQuality of Life Research Institute\nFoundation – Institute of Resources for Education\, Social Protection and Restorative Justice\nGorj County General Directorate of Social Assistance and Child Protection\n\n Course Description and Learning Objectives \n“It is intended for those who wish to develop the skills\, understanding\, and attitudes needed to interact effectively and respectfully with people with disabilities\, particularly those with neuropsychological conditions\, by promoting social inclusion\, adapting communication\, fostering tolerance\, and providing appropriate care. The course focuses on creating inclusive solutions to real challenges in line with the ‘Society for All’ vision and\, through a service-learning (SL) and project-based learning approach\, engages students in meaningful community initiatives that encourage complex and holistic interventions to support the well-being and participation of people with disabilities.“ \n Course Description:\n \nThis course offers an immersive learning journey that combines interactive online sessions\, practical onsite experiences\, and reflective follow-up activities\, designed to strengthen students’ knowledge and skills in inclusive education and support for people with disabilities. \nThe programme begins with interactive online activities (17 – 19 November 2025)\, introducing participants to essential concepts such as sustainable development\, human rights\, and the principles of creating schools and societies for all. Students will explore key topics including neurodiversity\, disability and special educational needs\, equity in education\, and universal design frameworks (including Universal Design for Learning and Augmentative and Alternative Communication\, as aligned with the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities). The sessions will also address different types of accessibility\, assistive and smart assistive technologies\, as well as approaches such as Person-Centered Planning and User-Centered Design. \nThe learning experience continues with the onsite component (01 – 05 December 2025)\, blending theoretical modules with applied\, hands-on engagement in real-life contexts. Students will gain a deeper understanding of the support systems available for people with disabilities\, covering topics such as social support services\, the interdisciplinary roles of professionals\, and communication techniques adapted to various types of disabilities. Practical activities will include participation in adapted games and social engagement at a Day Centre for people with disabilities\, as well as observational and interactive sessions at a Centre for Inclusive Education. These sessions will provide insight into differentiated teaching tools\, the comparative benefits and challenges of inclusive versus mainstream education\, and the role of families in the educational process. Students will also engage in case study analysis\, examining how educational\, social\, and medical services integrate to ensure comprehensive and continuous care. \nThe course concludes with online reflection activities (12 December 2025)\, where participants will consolidate and share their learning. Students will be encouraged to organize workshops at their home institutions\, design awareness campaigns\, produce educational materials\, and collaborate on mini-projects with universities or local organizations. These activities aim to foster sustained engagement\, promote inclusive practices\, and inspire community-oriented action. \nThrough this dynamic blend of theory\, practice\, and reflection\, the course equips students with the professional competence and collaborative mindset necessary to prevent exclusion and to effectively respond to the diverse needs of individuals with disabilities. \n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nEnhancing students’ capacity to understand the needs of vulnerable people\, with a specific focus on individuals with neurological disabilities;\nPromoting the development of an inclusive society\, Society for All\, by educating and empowering future professionals as agents of change;\nPromoting a multidisciplinary perspective of intervention\, ensuring complex and holistic support .\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nDemonstrate a clear understanding of key concepts related to sustainable development\, human rights\, neurodiversity\, and inclusive education;\nIdentify and apply principles of Universal Design and Universal Design for Learning in educational and community settings;\nRecognize and evaluate different types of accessibility and select appropriate assistive and smart assistive technologies;\nDesign and implement Person-Centered Planning strategies and apply User-Centered Design approaches in support programmes;\nCommunicate effectively with individuals with various types of disabilities\, using adapted tools and augmentative and alternative communication techniques.\nCollaborate with professionals from multiple disciplines to develop integrated support solutions for people with disabilities;\nPlan and deliver inclusive educational and social activities in both formal and non-formal contexts;\nDisseminate acquired knowledge and skills through workshops\, awareness campaigns\, and collaborative projects in their academic or local communities.\n\n Which students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in the following fields: \n\nSocial Work\nPsychology\nLaw\nEducation / Special Education\nSociology\nPublic Health\nPolitical Science / Public Policy\nHuman Rights / Gender Studies\nNursing / Healthcare-related disciplines\nCommunication Sciences (with interest in social advocacy)\nCulture\nManagement\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nContributing to  community-based projects and real-life interventions\nWorking in  interdisciplinary and multicultural teams\n Human rights\nReflecting on personal experiences and professional development\n Becoming an advocate for inclusive practices in their home communities or institutions\n\nRecommended Language Level : \n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\nApplications Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/5DAbu3Gf2gFM31Zq6 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 3 Ocober 2025\, 23:59 \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to sucessful applicants on the 10 October 2025 (an acceptance letter will be sent by the host institution and will include programme registration details) \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nAce-com@e-ucb.ro. URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/unite-and-inspire-breaking-social-barriers-for-people-with-special-needs-2/ CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABC-Romania_webpage-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251117T100000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T120000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250811T111013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T124334Z UID:10000055-1763373600-1764936000@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Equipped to Act: Building Professional Competence in Preventing and Responding to Domestic Violence! DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nThese credit-bearing blended programmes use a challenge-based approach and include at least one mobility week for students from all ACE2-EU members.\nThey are delivered jointly by ACE2-EU universities and external stakeholders from industry\, society\, or government.\nTheir main goal is for students to work together on solutions to real-world challenges related to EU priorities such as the digital and green transitions and current socio-economic issues. \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nOnline component: 17 – 19 November 2025\, 15:00 – 17:00 CEST and 12 December 2025\, 10:00  -12:00 CEST\n\n\nOn-site component: 01 – 05 December 2025\n\n\nLocation where it will take place: Targu Jiu\, Romania\n\n10 hrs synchronous online\, 25 hrs on-site + 55 hrs independent and group work \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by:  \nConstantin Brancusi University (Romania) – Lead and Host Institution \n\nCorina Drăgan\nMonica-Delia Bîcă\nCristian – Adrian Miron\n\nGoce Delcev University (North Macedonia) \n\nElena Maksimova\nOlga Koshevaliska\nDaniela Koceva\n\nSantarem Polytechnic University (Portugal) \n\nPerpetua Silva\nMaria Potes Barbas\n\nLatvian Academy of Culture (Latvia) \n\nKatrīna Dūka\nSintija Skrabe\n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\nGorj County Police Inspectorate \nGeneral Directorate of Social Assistance and Child Protection\nGorj County Court \n”Christian” Day Centre \nNational Agency for Equal Opportunities between Women and Men \nResearch Institute for Quality of Life \nTârgu Jiu Bar Association \nTârgu Jiu Prison\n\nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“To prepare future professionals to effectively prevent and respond to domestic violence by developing their understanding\, critical awareness\, and practical competencies through real-life community challenges and interdisciplinary collaboration.“ \nCourse Description:\nThis interdisciplinary course aims to equip students with the professional knowledge\, skills\, and attitudes required to prevent and respond effectively to domestic violence. Based on real challenges from the local community in Târgu Jiu (Romania)\, the course combines theoretical input with practical experiences\, allowing students to interact directly with professionals working in law enforcement\, social services\, education\, justice\, and civil society. \nParticipants will explore the complexity of domestic violence through a multidisciplinary lens\, including legal\, psychological\, social\, cultural and ethical dimensions. They will engage in interactive sessions\, case analyses\, simulations\, and field visits\, and will collaborate on concrete proposals for improving prevention and intervention mechanisms. The course is designed for students preparing for careers in social work\, education\, psychology\, law\, healthcare\, culture and related fields. \nAt the end of the programme\, students will be required to develop a team-based research project in their home universities\, focusing on a topic directly linked to the course: children left without parental protection as a result of domestic violence-related crimes. The research outcomes will be compiled and published as a collective volume and may serve as the foundation for future European-funded project proposals. Students will also be encouraged to present their work at conferences organised within the Alliance or other academic settings. \nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nIncreasing students’ awareness of the multiple forms\, causes\, and consequences of domestic violence across different socio-cultural contexts.\nDeveloping interdisciplinary professional skills for identifying\, preventing\, and responding to domestic violence\, with a focus on collaboration between social\, legal\, educational\, and healthcare services.\nFamiliarising students with institutional frameworks and support mechanisms\, including legal instruments and intervention protocols at national and European levels.\nEnhancing students’ empathy and communication abilities when working with victims\, their families\, and other stakeholders.\nEncouraging critical reflection on ethical\, cultural\, and gender-based dimensions of domestic violence\, and their impact on professional practice.\nApplying acquired knowledge and skills through practical activities based on real-life challenges from the local community (e.g.\, case studies\, simulations\, field visits\, stakeholder interactions).\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nIdentify and analyse the root causes\, forms\, and consequences of domestic violence within different socio-cultural and institutional contexts;\nRecognise the professional roles and responsibilities in preventing and responding to domestic violence\, across disciplines such as social work\, education\, law\, psychology\, and healthcare;\nUnderstand and apply national and international frameworks for the protection of victims\, including legal instruments\, child protection policies\, and multi-agency intervention protocols;\nDemonstrate effective communication and empathy skills when engaging with victims\, families\, and stakeholders;\nUse art and cultural activities as tools for emotional expression\, trauma processing\, and empowerment in the context of domestic violence.\nCollaborate in interdisciplinary teams to design context-sensitive solutions for real-life domestic violence challenges;\nDevelop a research-based response to a specific issue related to domestic violence (e.g.\, children left without parental care due to domestic crimes)\, and present findings in academic and professional contexts;\nReflect critically on ethical dilemmas and professional practices\, with an emphasis on prevention\, child protection\, and victim empowerment.\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in the following fields: \n\nSocial Work\nPsychology\nLaw / Criminology\nEducation / Special Education\nSociology\nPublic Health\nPolitical Science / Public Policy\nHuman Rights / Gender Studies\nNursing / Healthcare-related disciplines\nCommunication Sciences (with interest in social advocacy)\nCulture\nProfessional  Management\nStudents from other fields with a strong interest in domestic violence prevention\, social justice\, and victim support are also encouraged to apply.\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nUnderstanding and addressing gender-based violence and domestic abuse\nMotivation to work in interdisciplinary and multicultural teams\nCommitment to human rights\, social justice\, and child protection\nEmotional maturity\, empathy\, and a willingness to engage with sensitive real-life issues\nCapacity to reflect critically on professional roles and ethical responsibilities\n\nRecommended Language Level : \n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1 – B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\nApplications Process: \nInterested applicants should 🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/gr2jYGqyMhWK1dzr8 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 3 October 2025\, 23:59 \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to successful applicants on the 10 of October 2025 (an acceptance letter will be sent by the host institution and will include programme registration details) \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: Ace-com@e-ucb.ro URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/equipped-to-act-building-professional-competence-in-preventing-and-responding-to-domestic-violence-3/ CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABC-Romania1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251117T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251117T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250904T115122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T113442Z UID:10000073-1763366400-1763398800@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACEploration no. 4\, building ACE²-EU networks DESCRIPTION:On site : 17–18 November 2025 (Štip\, North Macedonia) \nTheme: Safety and Security for a Resilient and Inclusive Society \nDeadline for nominations: 25 September 2025 (23:59 CET) \nContacts: borka.tusevska@ugd.edu.mk | limonka.lazarova@ugd.edu.mk | biljana.todorova@ugd.edu.mk | ana.nikodinovska@ugd.edu.mk \nSubthemes (as described in the Call): \nSafe and Inclusive Society\nExamines how communities can uphold security\, dignity\, and full participation in everyday life and during crises. \nPitch examples: Societal response to emergencies (war\, climate change\, crisis); Cultural aspects of resilience in times of crisis; Alliances for safe learning and living spaces; International and cross-border cooperation in emergencies. \nPhysical and Digital Security for Innovation and a Resilient Europe\nExplores strengthening preparedness and protecting infrastructures\, digital systems\, and essential services. \nPitch examples: Medical response to emergencies; Contingency planning in emergencies; Digital security and protection of network systems; Economic resilience in instability (securing jobs\, markets\, supply chains). \nClimate and Environmental Safety\nFocuses on risks from environmental degradation and climate change\, including adaptation\, food security\, and civil protection. \nPitch examples: Energy supply chains and critical goods; Climate-related risk management; Food security and crisis preparedness; Protecting essential services in crisis contexts. \nKey dates: \n\nPre-briefing meeting (online): 16 October 2025\, from 12:00 to 13:30 CET.\nACEploration (onsite in Štip\, North Macedonia): 17–18 November 2025 (Štip)\nPost- ACEploration review (online): 12 December 2025 URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/4th-aceploration-mission-goce-delcev-university-north-macedonia-3/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ACEPloration-MD-MOBILE-WEBSITE-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250813T162155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251126T095912Z UID:10000058-1763337600-1764979199@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Unite and inspire\, breaking social barriers for people with special needs DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nThese are blended credit-bearing programmes which use a challenge-based pedagogical approach will involve a minimum of one mobility week for participating students and will be open to students from all ACE2 -EU alliance members. The main aim of ABCs is to allow students to work collectively on developing work plans and solutions focussed on solving real-world challenges identified by external stakeholders relevant to EU priority areas\, through a blended challenge- based pedagogical approach. \n Duration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 10 hrs synchronous online\, 25 hrs onsite + 55 hrs independent and group work\nOnline component: 17 – 19 November 2025\, 15:00 – 17:00 CEST and 12 December 2025\, 10:00 – 12:00 CEST\nOn-site component: 01 – 05 December 2025 (it will take place: Targu Jiu\, Romania)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn sucessful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/unite-and-inspire-breaking-social-barriers-for-people-with-special-needs-3/ CATEGORIES:WP2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABC-Romania_webpage-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251117 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251206 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250811T110832Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T123723Z UID:10000054-1763337600-1764979199@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Equipped to Act: Building Professional Competence in Preventing and Responding to Domestic Violence! DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nThese credit-bearing blended programmes use a challenge-based approach and include at least one mobility week for students from all ACE2-EU members.\nThey are delivered jointly by ACE2-EU universities and external stakeholders from industry\, society\, or government.\nTheir main goal is for students to work together on solutions to real-world challenges related to EU priorities such as the digital and green transitions and current socio-economic issues. \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nOnline component: 17 – 19 November 2025\, 15:00 – 17:00 CEST and 12 December 2025\, 10:00 – 12:00 CEST\n10 hrs. synchronous online\, 25 hrs on-site + 55 hrs independent and group work\n\n\nOn-site component: 01 – 05 December 2025\n\n\nLocation where it will take place: Targu Jiu\, Romania\n\nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/equipped-to-act-building-professional-competence-in-preventing-and-responding-to-domestic-violence-2/ CATEGORIES:WP2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/ABC-Romania1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251113T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251113T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251113T152408Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251114T120808Z UID:10000106-1763020800-1763053200@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Design Thinking for Education DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Active Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES) \n  \nDuration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 2 hours of synchronous online learning\nOnline component: 28 November 2025\, 14:00–16:00 (CET)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive a certificate of attendance. \nOrganised by: \nName of the university (country) \nSantarém Polytechnic University (Portugal) \nTeachers of the university (country) \nAna Loureiro (Portugal) \nInês Messias (Portugal) \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“The objective of this two-hour online training programme is to furnish university educators with the necessary tools to cultivate an inclusive and student-centred teaching approach. This will be achieved by means of an exploration of Design Thinking-based practices. Participants will engage in collaborative tasks\, case discussions and scenario-based exercises to strengthen their teaching strategies and foster design thinking practices focused on students’ needs.” \n  \nCourse Description:\nThis two-hour online training programme is part of the Active Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES)\, an initiative within the ACE2-EU Pedagogy Unit. The Pedagogy Unit contributes to the ACE2-EU educational mission by developing training programmes that strengthen a shared pedagogical culture across the Alliance\, focusing on design thinking methodologies that include challenge-based learning approaches. \nThe ALES sessions aim to empower university educators to create strategies focused on students’ needs to develop creativity and problem-solving. \n\nOnline session:\n\n\nPre-workshop task: Educator profile\nIntroduction and icebreaker\nOverview on design thinking methodology\nCase scenarios\nBreakout room tasks on design thinking based challenges\nReflection and Q&A\n\nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nRaise awareness of the impact of the design teaching methodologies;\nReflect on the educator’s and student’s role in the design teaching methodology;\nApply active learning tools for a more student-centred and inclusive learning environment;\nDevelop teaching strategies for a challenge-based learning approach.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nAnalyse the impact of design-based teaching methodologies on learning outcomes and student engagement.\nCritically evaluate the roles and responsibilities of both educators and students within design-based teaching contexts.\nSelect and implement active learning tools to create student-centred and inclusive learning environments.\nDesign and justify teaching strategies that apply a challenge-based learning approach in real or simulated educational scenarios.\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for staff from ACE2-EU partner universities: \n\nUniversity teaching staff;\nInstructional designers\, e-learning coordinators and educational developers;\n\n\nRecommended Language Level:\n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\n\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/FQRhtaMZ1qPw7wTaA \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 26/11/2025 \n  \nNotification of acceptance to participate will be sent by the host institution through a Microsoft Teams invitation\, including the details of the online session and the access link. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nemail URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/design-thinking-for-education/ CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/Website_Facebook-_linkedin.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251112T150000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251002T122718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251008T070621Z UID:10000091-1762959600-1762966800@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee No. 19: Transnational Entrepreneurship Traineeship Programme DESCRIPTION:Date: 12 November 2025\, 15:00 PM (Romanian time)\nPresenter: Janine Lang\, Head of ARIES Incubator\nLocation: Online\nOrganised by: Entrepreneurship Academy & ARIES Incubator \nAbout the Event\nThe Virtual Coffee Series brings together students\, academics\, and practitioners to discuss the opportunities and challenges of higher education\, entrepreneurship\, and innovation. \nIn this session\, we will be introducing the Transnational Entrepreneurship Traineeship Programme\, which offers students across Europe the chance to gain entrepreneurial knowledge and skills\, as well as hands-on experience. \nObjectives\n\nPresenting an overview of the upcoming Transnational Entrepreneurship Traineeship Programme.\n\nContent of the Online Training Programme.\nOpportunities during the Traineeship Week.\n\n\nShare activities\, opportunities\, and benefits of the Entrepreneurship Academy.\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis session is open to students from all disciplines and study levels who are interested in entrepreneurship\, innovation\, and international collaboration. Please note: A certificate of attendance will not be issued for this event. \nContact : for general questions or programme-related enquiries\, please email: info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro\n👉 Join the event here:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/84346206413?pwd=QtewYk4MiVyVDkNT9sRRLGrzx9iD2O.1 URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/virtual-coffee-no-19-transnational-entrepreneurship-traineeship-programme/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ace2eu-Coffee.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251105T130000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251105T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251007T183822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251104T075140Z UID:10000096-1762347600-1762362000@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee no. 18 - Employment Event | Collaboration of Career Services DESCRIPTION:Date: 05 November 2025\nTime: 13:00 (Romanian time)\nFormat: ACE2-EU Virtual Coffee – Hybrid Session\n🔗 Access the session \nThe ACE²-EU Alliance is pleased to announce a new edition of the ACE Virtual Coffee\, focused on employability and career development across our community. \nThis hybrid session will bring together Career Services teams from partner universities to exchange knowledge and share practical advice on helping students navigate the European job market. \nThe event is designed as an open and interactive space\, encouraging discussion and collaboration among students and university career specialists. \nObjectives \n\nTo share key insights\, best practices\, and cultural aspects related to job searching in different European countries;\nTo provide students with practical tools and strategies for improving their employability;\nTo encourage inter-university collaboration on career guidance and support services;\nTo foster dialogue between students and staff through an interactive Q&A and a round table discussion.\n\nFormat and Participation \nEach partner university will present short inputs focusing on career tips and national employment trends.\nStudents will be able to submit questions throughout the session using a QR code. \nThe event will conclude with a 30-minute round table\, offering a platform for exchange between universities and participants. \nAround 50 UFV students (Spain) will attend in person\, while students from other partner universities are invited to participate online. \nJoin Us \nBe part of this Alliance-wide conversation on employability\, career development\, and the shared European job landscape.\n🔗 Access the session URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/virtual-coffee-no-18-employment-event-collaboration-of-career-services/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Virtual-Coffee-no-18_1-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251103T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251103T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250904T114158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251103T133552Z UID:10000068-1762156800-1762189200@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACEploration no. 3\, building ACE²-EU networks DESCRIPTION:On site : 3-4 November 2025 (Riga\, Latvia) \nTheme: Connecting\, Engaging and Communicating: across disciplines\, communities\, and cultures \nDeadline for nominations: 6 October 2025 (23:59 CET) \nContacts: Kamilla.Kuna@lka.edu.lv | Aija.Luse@lka.edu.lv \nSubthemes (as described in the Call): \nProfessional environment \n\nHow can we connect better and sustain meaningful communication with our clients\, colleagues\, and external partners?\nWhat approaches are best when communicating with clients to foster trust and transparency?\nWhat can we learn from constructive disagreement and critical feedback?\n\nExamples: Classroom dialogue and student engagement techniques; Patient dialogue and empathic health communication; Team communication and feedback in sport performance. (Entrepreneurship\, Marketing\, Communication\, Pedagogy\, Health\, Sports\, Leadership\, Security and Safety) \nDialogue with the community and society \n\nWhat are effective ways to engage with diverse communities through relevant channels of communication?\nHow can we foster public engagement in more democratic decision-making?\nHow can we break out of our informational and cultural bubbles to foster more open\, empathetic dialogue?\n\nExamples: Engaged academia and co-creation with stakeholders; Truth in the age of digital media; Art as an instrument for community engagement and social trust.\n(Arts and Culture\, Research\, Sociology\, Pedagogy\, Marketing\, Sports\, Media Literacy\, Cultural Policy\, Urban Planning) \nMultidisciplinary and intercultural dialogue \n\nHow can we overcome cultural barriers and create value across disciplines?\nHow do we innovate through connection – linking fields from agricultural science\, IT\, and engineering to medicine and arts?\nAre there unconventional forms of communication that can help us find a common language?\n\nExamples: Navigating the classroom in English (tools for international lecturers); AI as teaching assistant. (Agriculture\, Engineering\, Technology\, Entrepreneurship\, Health\, Intercultural Communication\, Design\, Arts and Culture) \nKey dates: \n\nPre-briefing meeting (online): 12 October 2025 (12:00 CET)\nACEploration (onsite in Riga\, Latvia): 3-4 November 2025 (Riga)\nPost- ACEploration review (online): 12 December 2025 (12:00 CET) URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/3rd-aceploration-mission-latvian-academy-of-culture-latvia/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ACEPloration-3-WEBSITE.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251030T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251030T160000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251015T091804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T091854Z UID:10000097-1761832800-1761840000@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ALES: “Creating an active learning environment” DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Active Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES) \n  \nDuration and Timeline: \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 2 hrs. synchronous online\nOnline component: 30 October 2025\, 14:00–16:00 (CET)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive a certificate of attendance. \nOrganized by: \nName of the University (Country) \nCarinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria) – Lead and Host Institution \nTeachers of the University (Country) \nJanet Brown (CUAS)- Austria \nGerlinde Koppitsch (CUAS) \n   \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“This 2-hour online training aims to support university educators in developing a more student-centered teaching approach through the exploration of cultural influences\, reflective practices and active learning tools. Participants will engage in collaborative tasks\, case discussions and scenario-based exercises to strengthen their teaching strategies and foster inclusive\, participatory learning environments..“ \n  \nCourse Description:\nThis 2-hour online training is part of the Active Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES)\, an initiative within the ACE2-EU Pedagogy Unit. The Pedagogy Unit contributes to the ACE2-EU educational mission by developing training programmes that strengthen a shared pedagogical culture across the Alliance\, focusing on active learning methodologies that include experiential\, challenge-based and work-based learning approaches. \nThe ALES sessions aim to empower university educators to create more student-centered and inclusive learning environments by merging the principles of active learning with innovative digital tools and online pedagogies. \nThrough collaborative tasks\, reflective practices and scenario-based discussions\, participants explore the cultural dimensions of teaching and learning while developing practical strategies for dynamic blended or online classrooms. \nBy integrating active learning with digital pedagogy\, the ALES initiative promotes innovation\, accessibility\, and cross-European collaboration\, enhancing the quality and impact of joint educational programmes within the ACE2-EU Alliance. \nThe structure of the course will be the following: \n\nONLY Online sessions:\n\n\nPre-workshop task: Educator profile\nIntroduction and Icebreaker\nOverview on culture and communication\nCase scenario\nBreakout room tasks on active learning activities\nTeaching and learning success reflection\n\n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nRaise awareness of the impact of culture on communication and teaching;\nReflect on the educator’s and student’s role in active learning;\nApply active learning tools for a more student-centered and international learning environments;\nDevelop teaching strategies for an active learning classroom.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nRecognise the impact of culture on communication and teaching practices in diverse learning environments;\nReflect on the roles of both educators and students in fostering active and participatory learning;\nApply active learning tools and techniques to promote a more student-centered and international mindset;\nDesign and implement teaching strategies that create inclusive\, engaging and reflective active learning classrooms.\n\n  \nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for staff from ACE2-EU partner universities \n\nUniversity teaching staff;\nInstructional designers\, e-learning coordinators and educational developers;\nEarly-career academics transitioning to student-centered teaching.\n\n\nRecommended Language Level :\n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\n\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/KPPjEBYwn3Z5JXH4A \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 28 october 2025\, until 12:00 pm (CET) \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to all applicants with the link for the MEETING \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nace2eu.ufv@gmail.com URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/ales-creating-an-active-learning-environment/ CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Ales-Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251029T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251029T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251007T055040Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T123526Z UID:10000094-1761746400-1761757200@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Learn more about ARIES Incubator Knowledge Creation Missions #1 – Collaborate for Climate. Design for Impact “Energy & Climate Resilience” DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 29th Oct 2025 at 14:00 CET \nLocation: Online\, Zoom \nMeeting Link: \nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88226570027?pwd=UBaEI07lrDRPLeBN4kayEPjYQCc4B3.1 \nOrganized by: Knowledge creation team workshop #1 – Sustainable technologies ARC\, CUAS Austria \nCertificate of attendance included : No \nWhat you’ll gain: \nIn this session you will be able to\, \no ✅ Learn more about ARIES Incubator’s vision for Knowledge creation missions\, \no ✅ How can you expand your local project to an alliance wide impact \no ✅ About opportunities to co-create Cross Disciplinary Innovation projects with peers across the Alliance \no ✅ ARIES Incubator support system for Project Proposals & Funding opportunities \nWho should attend: \no Researchers that working on applied and local research projects with \nreal-world outputs (e.g.\, prototypes\, pilots\, policies\, training) with \nsocietal or industry impact \no Researchers that working project ideas that advance or specialise in \nEnergy & Climate Resilience\, and may bridge multiple areas through \ninterdisciplinary approaches \nFor inquiries: \nGeneral & Program related: info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/learn-more-about-aries-incubator-knowledge-creation-missions-2-collaborate-for-climate-design-for-impact-energy-climate-resilience/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Virtual-Coffee-no-17_1-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251027 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251101 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250731T071938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250731T094822Z UID:10000019-1761523200-1761955199@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACTYouth – Youth in action: young people as agents of change in rural communities DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 1st semester 2025-2026 \nDeadline for registration: 30 of October\nhttps://forms.gle/MgJzUqD7pbqdEEz87 \nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks. \n  \n1st week – September 29 to October 3 (online) \n2nd week – October 6 to 10 (online) \n3rd week – October 13 to 17 (face-to-face)  \n4th week – October 27 to 31 (online) \n  \nDaily Schedule : (Brussels time) (Online – synchronous/asyncronous or Onsite) \n\n\n\nWeek \nOnline Synchronous & Face-to-face hours \nAsynchronous & Autonomous Hours \nTotal Hours \n\n\nWeeks 1 & 2 – Online (moderate) \n10h \n24h \n34h \n\n\nWeek 3 – Face-to-Face (intensive) \n27h \n3h \n30h \n\n\nWeek 4 – Online (reflective) \n6h \n20h \n26h \n\n\nTOTAL \n43h \n47h \n90h \n\n\n\n  \n\n Objectives of the Call\n\n\nEmpower youth to become active agents of change in rural communities.\nEnable students to identify local challenges\, voice their concerns\, and co-design solutions.\nFoster youth-centered\, inclusive development by connecting students\, universities\, and local stakeholders.\nPromote social inclusion\, participatory democracy\, and sustainable innovation.\n\n\n Course Shourt Description\n\nACTYouth – Youth in Action: Young People as Agents of Change in Rural Communities is a 4-week Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) program combining online and face-to-face learning. Students will work in international teams to tackle real-world problems faced by rural youth\, culminating in the design and presentation of community-based project proposals. \n\n Target Group\n\nEspecially suited for students passionate about youth engagement\, community development\, and social innovation\, regardless of academic background. \n\n Learning Objectives\n\nParticipants will: \n\nIdentify and critically analyze challenges in rural youth contexts.\nCollaborate with peers and local stakeholders.\nCo-design impactful\, community-based projects.\nDevelop key transversal skills:\n\nCritical thinking & problem-solving\nCommunication & advocacy\nCreativity & innovation\nProject planning & leadership\nIntercultural awareness & teamwork\n\n\nReflect on their development as change-makers.\n\n\n Structure & Methodology\n\nFormat: Blended (online + in-person in Santarém\, Portugal) \nDuration: 4 weeks (90 hours total; 3 ECTS) \n\nWeeks 1–2: Online sessions and tasks\nWeek 3: Face-to-face training and fieldwork\nWeek 4: Online closing sessions and reflection\n\n\n Certification\n\nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organizers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nCourse title\nLearning outcomes\nDeveloped competences\nDuration (90h/3ECTSsynchronous online/onsite)\n\n\n Contact & Coordination\n\nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \nSantarém Polytechnic University \nPerpétua Santos Silva – perpetua.silva@ese.ipsantarem.pt   \nTatiana Ferreira – tatiana. ferreira@ese.ipsantarem.pt URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/actyouth-youth-in-action-young-people-as-agents-of-change-in-rural-communities-4/ CATEGORIES:WP2 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ABC-Portugal.jpg LOCATION:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/actyouth-youth-in-action-young-people-as-agents-of-change-in-rural-communities-4/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251024T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250919T141141Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251021T112617Z UID:10000085-1761120000-1761325200@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Kaleidoscope Culture Festival 2025 DESCRIPTION:Invitation – Kaleidoscope Culture Festival \nWe are excited to invite you to the Kaleidoscope Culture Festival\, a vibrant celebration of the cultural diversity\, creativity\, and collaborative spirit within the ACE²-EU Alliance.\nThe festival will bring together students\, staff\, and partners from all member universities\, showcasing performances\, exhibitions\, interactive activities\, and cross-cultural experiences. \nJoin us to explore the richness of our alliance community\, connect with peers across Europe\, and celebrate our shared values through culture and creativity. \n📌Save the date and be part of this inspiring ACE²-EU experience! \n  \nKaleidoscope programme \nKaleidoscope brochure \n  URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/kaleidoscope-culture-festival-2025/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Kaleidoscope_soc_media.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251022T080000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251024T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250919T140713Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251018T093121Z UID:10000084-1761120000-1761325200@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACE²-EU Annual Congress 2025 DESCRIPTION:📩 Invitation – ACE²-EU Annual Congress \nWe are honored to invite you to the ACE²-EU Annual Congress\, the flagship event of our Alliance\, bringing together students\, staff\, researchers\, and institutional leaders from all partner universities. \nThis year’s Congress will also host key governance meetings\, including the Student Advisory Board (SAB)\, the Staff Advisory Board (SFAB)\, and the External Stakeholder Advisory Board (ESAB). \nJoin us to celebrate our achievements\, share ideas\, and shape the future of the ACE²-EU community through collaboration and dialogue.\nSave the date and be part of this important milestone in our Alliance’s journey! \nCongress brochure URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/ace%c2%b2-eu-annual-congress-2025/ CATEGORIES:ACE2EU,Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Annual-Congress-soc.-media.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251025 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250731T083954Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T203034Z UID:10000028-1760918400-1761350399@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Sustainable Cities: Re-designing Public Spaces – PlatzDa! DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 20-24 October 2025\nDaily Schedule: will be provided to the selected students during the last week of September\nOrganized by: Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (Germany)\nRegistration and Participation: https://forms.gle/GeHWy8LAmKSjhCt89\nDeadline for registration: 20th September 2025\, 23:59 \nObjectives of the Call \nThe primary objective of the program is to enhance the understanding and strategic relevance of urban sustainability. It aims to equip students with interdisciplinary tools to: \n\nExplore sustainable transformation through participatory and creative interventions.\nAddress real-life municipal challenges in public spaces\, specifically in Ingolstadt\, Germany.\n\nSpecific objectives include: \n\nEnhance the quality of public spaces: Develop concepts to improve the attractiveness and usability of public spaces.\nPromote sustainable urban development: Address climate change adaptation measures such as de-sealing\, greening\, shading\, and providing access to drinking water.\nFoster social interaction: Create spaces for community engagement\, especially for children and young people.\nRevitalize vacant spaces: Develop ideas for the use of vacant ground-floor zones.\nPromote sustainable mobility: Integrate concepts for parking and alternative mobility solutions.\nParticipation and awareness: Actively involve the local population and stakeholders in the transformation process.\n\nCourse Short Description \nTitle: Sustainable Cities: Re-designing Public Spaces – PlatzDa!\nFormat: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Program \nOrganisers: \n\nHost: Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI)\nCo-hosts: Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS) and Goce Delcev University (GDU)\nLocation where it will take place: Ingolstadt\, Germany\nStakeholder: City of Ingolstadt\n\nShort Description:\nThe “Sustainable Cities: Re-designing Public Spaces – PlatzDa!” course is a blended\, challenge-based program that immerses students in real-world urban challenges. It combines weekly online learning with an intensive face-to-face project week in Ingolstadt\, where students co-develop solutions for challenges involving the use of vacant and ground-floor spaces. The course integrates sustainability science\, smart city approaches\, stakeholder analysis\, and policy communication tools to foster actionable solutions and entrepreneurial thinking in international student teams. \nECTS: 3 credits \nDuration: \n\nOnline: 6-9 October 2025\, 15:00-17:00 CEST and 13 October 2025\, 10:00-12:00 CEST\nOn-site: 20-24 October 2025\n\nTarget Group \nStudents from ACE2EU partner universities\nQuota: 4 students per university\nProfile: \n\nStudents from diverse academic backgrounds (urban planning\, environmental studies\, business\, public policy\, engineering\, etc.)\nMotivated to work on real-world municipal challenges\nInterested in sustainability\, smart cities\, and international collaboration\n\nExpected skills/attitudes: \n\nWillingness to collaborate in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams\nProactive engagement in both online and face-to-face sessions\nOpenness to entrepreneurial and policy-oriented thinking\n\nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the sustainability and mobility challenges faced by urban areas\, with emphasis on mid-sized European cities.\nCo-create utilization strategies taking climate change adaptation measures\, sustainable mobility\, and social aspects into account.\nTranslate analytical insights into policy-relevant recommendations and public impact narratives.\nCollaborate in international\, interdisciplinary teams\, enhancing team-building\, communication\, and project management skills.\nCommunicate proposals effectively\, both visually and verbally\, during a final pitch to city stakeholders.\n\nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks. \nCertification \nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organizers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nCourse title\nLearning outcomes\nDeveloped competences\nDuration (10 hrs. synchronous online\, 24 hrs. onsite + 56 hrs. independent and group work)\n\nContact & Coordination \nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact:\nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt:\nProf. Katherine Roegner – katherine.roegner@thi.de URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/sustainable-cities-re-designing-public-spaces-platzda-3/ CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ABC-Germany-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251025 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250731T074436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T203154Z UID:10000025-1760918400-1761350399@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Sustainable Cities: Environmental\, Social\, and Economic Challenges DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 20-24 October 2025\nDaily Schedule: will be provided to the selected students during the last week of September\nOrganized by: Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (Germany)\nRegistration and Participation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc5wCjvQo6TadwARSwGqfxwGp-koodfEouQHa6lOpRQRc71SQ/viewform?usp=header\nDeadline for registration: 20th September 2025\, 23:59 \nObjectives of the Call \nThe primary objective of the program is to enhance the understanding and strategic relevance of urban sustainability. It aims to equip students with interdisciplinary tools to: \n\nExplore sustainable urban development with a focus on environmental\, social\, and economic aspects.\nAddress real-life municipal challenges\, specifically in sustainable urban transformation in Ingolstadt\, Germany.\n\nSpecific objectives include: \n\nCritically assess city sustainability performance.\nAnalyze and apply sustainability indicators.\nCo-create plans to attract and retain talent.\nFoster cross-sectoral collaboration (technology\, governance\, community).\n\nCourse Short Description \nTitle: Sustainable Cities: Environmental\, Social\, and Economic Challenges\nFormat: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Program \n\nOrganisers: \n\nHost: Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI)\nCo-hosts: Universidad Francisco de Vitoria (UFV)\, Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS)\nLocation where it will take place: Ingolstadt\, Germany\nStakeholder: City of Ingolstadt\n\nShort Description:\nThe “Sustainable Cities: Environmental\, Social\, and Economic Challenges” course is a blended\, challenge-based program that immerses students in real-world urban challenges. It combines weekly online learning with an intensive face-to-face project week in Ingolstadt\, where students co-develop strategic policy solutions for local governments. The course integrates sustainability science\, smart city approaches\, stakeholder analysis\, and policy communication tools to foster actionable solutions and entrepreneurial thinking in international student teams. \nECTS: 3 credits \nDuration: \n\nOnline: 6-9 October 2025\, 15:00-17:00 CEST and 13 October 2025\, 10:00-12:00 CEST\nOn-site: 20-24 October 2025\n\nTarget Group \nStudents from ACE2EU partner universities\nQuota: 4 students per university\nProfile: \n\nStudents from diverse academic backgrounds (urban planning\, environmental studies\, business\, public policy\, engineering\, etc.)\nMotivated to work on real-world municipal challenges\nInterested in sustainability\, smart cities\, and international collaboration\n\nExpected skills/attitudes: \n\nWillingness to collaborate in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams\nProactive engagement in both online and face-to-face sessions\nOpenness to entrepreneurial and policy-oriented thinking\n\nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the sustainability challenges faced by urban areas\, with emphasis on mid-sized European cities.\nAnalyze the sustainability performance of cities using global frameworks and indicators (e.g.\, SDG Index\, ISO 37120).\nApply tools to develop solutions for real-life urban issues.\nEngage with public and private stakeholders\, understanding governance structures and strategic materiality in city planning.\nCo-create actionable strategic concepts\, including executive policy briefs for municipal actors.\nTranslate analytical insights into policy-relevant recommendations and public impact narratives.\nCollaborate in international\, interdisciplinary teams\, enhancing team-building\, communication\, and project management skills.\nCommunicate proposals effectively\, both visually and verbally\, during a final pitch to city stakeholders.\n\nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks. \nCertification \nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organizers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nCourse title\nLearning outcomes\nDeveloped competences\nDuration (10 hrs. synchronous online/ 24 hrs. synchronous onsite + 56 hrs. independent and group work)\n\nContact & Coordination \nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact:\nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt:\nProf. Katherine Roegner – katherine.roegner@thi.de URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/sustainable-cities-environmental-social-and-economic-challenges-3/ CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ABC-Germany-3-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251025 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250731T073536Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T203121Z UID:10000022-1760918400-1761350399@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Sustainable Cities: Managing Sustainable Cities DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 20-24 October 2025\nDaily Schedule: will be provided to the selected students during the last week of September\nOrganized by: Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (Germany)\nRegistration and Participation: https://forms.gle/NkB3b5LbneWWKBscA\nDeadline for registration: 20th September 2025\, 23:59 \nObjectives of the Call \nThe primary objective of the program is to enhance the understanding and strategic relevance of urban sustainability. It aims to equip students with interdisciplinary tools to: \n\nExplore sustainable urban development through strategic management\, stakeholder engagement\, and policy innovation.\nAddress real-life municipal challenges\, specifically in sustainable mobility and urban transformation in Ingolstadt and Neuburg an der Donau\, Germany.\n\nSpecific objectives include: \n\nCritically assess and benchmark city sustainability performance.\nApply sustainability indicators and strategic management principles.\nCo-create digital\, data-informed solutions for municipal use.\nFoster cross-sectoral collaboration (technology\, governance\, community).\n\nCourse Short Description \nTitle: Sustainable Cities: Managing Sustainable Cities\nFormat: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Program\nOrganisers: \n\nHost: Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI)\nCo-hosts: Carinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS)\nLocation where it will take place: Ingolstadt and Neuburg an der Donau\, Germany\nStakeholder: City of Ingolstadt\n\nShort Description:\nThe “Sustainable Cities: Managing Sustainable Cities” course is a blended\, challenge-based program that immerses students in real-world urban challenges. It combines weekly online learning with an intensive face-to-face project week in Ingolstadt\, where students co-develop strategic policy solutions for local governments. The course integrates sustainability science\, smart city approaches\, stakeholder analysis\, and policy communication tools to foster actionable solutions and entrepreneurial thinking in international student teams. \nECTS: 3 credits \nDuration: \n\nOnline: 6-9 October 2025 (15:00-17:00 CEST) and 13 October 2025 (10:00-12:00 CEST)\nOn-site: 20-24 October 2025\n\nTarget Group \nStudents from ACE2EU partner universities\nQuota: 4 students per university\nProfile: \n\nStudents from diverse academic backgrounds (urban planning\, environmental studies\, business\, public policy\, engineering\, etc.)\nMotivated to work on real-world municipal challenges\nInterested in sustainability\, smart cities\, and international collaboration\n\n  \nExpected skills/attitudes: \n\nWillingness to collaborate in interdisciplinary and intercultural teams\nProactive engagement in both online and face-to-face sessions\nOpenness to entrepreneurial and policy-oriented thinking\n\nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nUnderstand the sustainability and mobility challenges faced by urban areas\, with emphasis on mid-sized European cities.\nAnalyze and benchmark the sustainability performance of cities using global frameworks and indicators (e.g.\, SDG Index\, ISO 37120).\nApply digital and managerial tools to develop solutions for urban transformation.\nEngage with public and private stakeholders\, understanding governance structures and strategic materiality in city planning.\nCo-create actionable strategic concepts\, including executive policy briefs for municipal actors.\nTranslate technical and analytical insights into policy-relevant recommendations and public impact narratives.\nCollaborate in international\, interdisciplinary teams\, enhancing team-building\, communication\, and project management skills.\nCommunicate proposals effectively\, both visually and verbally\, during a final pitch to city stakeholders.\n\nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks. \nCertification \nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organizers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nCourse title\nLearning outcomes\nDeveloped competences\nDuration (10 synchronous online/ 24 onsite + 56 independent and group work)\n\nContact & Coordination \nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact:\nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt:\nProf. Katherine Roegner – katherine.roegner@thi.de URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/sustainable-cities-managing-sustainable-cities-3/ CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ABC-Germany-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251020 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251021 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251020T055827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T060132Z UID:10000099-1760918400-1761004799@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:Mobility Photo Competition - “What does mobility mean to me?” DESCRIPTION:The ACE²-EU European University Alliance invites all students from partner universities to join the Mobility Photo Competition 2025! \nThis year’s theme\, “What does mobility mean to me?”\, celebrates the experiences\, emotions\, and discoveries of students who have participated in ACE²-EU mobility activities. Share your unique perspective through photography and storytelling! \nWhy participate? \n\nYour photo will be featured in the Digital Mobility Exhibition\nWinners receive ACE²-EU promotional gifts and digital certificates of recognition\nSelected photos will be shared on the Alliance’s social media channels\n\nKey Dates \n\nCampaign launch: 20 October 2025\nSubmission deadline: 23 October 2025\, 08:00 am (Germany time)\nPublic voting: 23–24 October 2025\nWinner announcement: 24 October 2025 during the ACE²-EU Congress\n\nHow to participate \n\nUpload your original photo via the official form 👉 https://forms.gle/7W2C3h83c5qPavnAA\nAdd a short caption (up to 15 words)\nInclude your name\, surname\, institution\, and email address\nOptionally\, select one of the following categories:\n\nMost Inspiring Moment\nFunniest Experience\nBest Cultural Connection\nMost Creative Interpretation\n\n\n\nIf you experience technical issues with the form\, please send your photo to: ace-com@e-ucb.ro \n  \nMobility Photo Competition Guide URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/mobility-photo-competition-what-does-mobility-mean-to-me/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Website.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251013T140000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251013T170000 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20251007T063705Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251007T064632Z UID:10000095-1760364000-1760374800@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACE-Com Meeting - October 13\, 2025\, 14:00 (Romanian time) DESCRIPTION:The ACE-Com Member will convene on October 13\, 2025\, at 14:00 (Romanian time)\, on Zoom platform\, for a strategic coordination session dedicated to finalising preparations for a series of major organisational events taking place in the final quarter of the year. \nThis meeting represents a pivotal moment for aligning communication efforts\, refining promotional strategies\, and ensuring coherence across all visual and editorial materials connected to the following initiatives: \n\nKaleidoscope Culture Festival – a detailed review of the promotional assets\, including the agenda\, brochure\, and posters. The committee will finalise responsibilities related to photography\, video reels\, and testimonial collection\, aiming to highlight the festival’s diversity and creative spirit through dynamic storytelling and visual coherence.\nAnnual Congress – a final synchronisation of communication deliverables\, focusing on agenda design\, promotional materials\, and event branding. Discussions will emphasise narrative consistency\, audience engagement\, and documentation through high-quality visual content.\nABC Event – consolidation of all promotional and editorial outputs\, ensuring that the event identity and key messages are effectively communicated across channels. The session will also outline logistical and creative responsibilities for photo and video documentation.\nWP7 Face-to-Face Meeting – assessment of the remaining communication tasks and deliverables\, identifying final steps for completion and visibility enhancement from a dissemination perspective.\nOther Discussions and Emerging Needs – space for open dialogue regarding additional communication requirements and opportunities for synergy across projects. URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/ace-com-meeting-october-13-2025-1400-romanian-time-2/ CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/ACE-COM-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251013 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251018 DTSTAMP:20260521T235951 CREATED:20250731T071834Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T204313Z UID:10000018-1760313600-1760745599@www.ace2eu.eu SUMMARY:ACE²-EU ABC: ACTYouth – Youth in action: young people as agents of change in rural communities DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 1st semester 2025-2026 \n1st week – September 29 to October 3 (online) \n2nd week – October 6 to 10 (online) \n3rd week – October 13 to 17 (face-to-face) \n4th week – October 27 to 31 (online) \nDaily Schedule : (Brussels time) (Online – synchronous/asyncronous or Onsite) \n\n\n\nWeek\nOnline Synchronous & Face-to-face hours\nAsynchronous & Autonomous Hours\nTotal Hours\n\n\nWeeks 1 & 2 – Online (moderate)\n10h\n24h\n34h\n\n\nWeek 3 – Face-to-Face (intensive)\n27h\n3h\n30h\n\n\nWeek 4 – Online (reflective)\n6h\n20h\n26h\n\n\nTOTAL \n43h \n47h \n90h \n\n\n\nOrganized by: \nSantarém Polytechnic University (IPSantarem) – Portugal \nLatvian Academy of Culture (LAC) – Latvia \nUniversity Constantin Brâncusi (UCB) – Romania \nDeadline for registration: 15 of September\, 23:59 \nA certificate of attendance will be provided. \n\n Objectives of the Call\n\n\nEmpower youth to become active agents of change in rural communities.\nEnable students to identify local challenges\, voice their concerns\, and co-design solutions.\nFoster youth-centered\, inclusive development by connecting students\, universities\, and local stakeholders.\nPromote social inclusion\, participatory democracy\, and sustainable innovation.\n\n\n Course Shourt Description\n\nACTYouth – Youth in Action: Young People as Agents of Change in Rural Communities is a 4-week Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) program combining online and face-to-face learning. Students will work in international teams to tackle real-world problems faced by rural youth\, culminating in the design and presentation of community-based project proposals. \n\n Target Group\n\nEspecially suited for students passionate about youth engagement\, community development\, and social innovation\, regardless of academic background. \n\n Learning Objectives\n\nParticipants will: \n\nIdentify and critically analyze challenges in rural youth contexts.\nCollaborate with peers and local stakeholders.\nCo-design impactful\, community-based projects.\nDevelop key transversal skills:\n\nCritical thinking & problem-solving\nCommunication & advocacy\nCreativity & innovation\nProject planning & leadership\nIntercultural awareness & teamwork\n\n\nReflect on their development as change-makers.\n\n\n Structure & Methodology\n\n  Format: Blended (online + in-person in Santarém\, Portugal) \n  Duration: 4 weeks (90 hours total; 3 ECTS) \n\nWeeks 1–2: Online sessions and tasks\nWeek 3: Face-to-face training and fieldwork\nWeek 4: Online closing sessions and reflection\n\n  6. Registration and Participation \nhttps://forms.gle/9NwsQqxk9sseUYYw5 \nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks. \n\n Certification\n\nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organizers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nCourse title\nLearning outcomes\nDeveloped competences\nDuration (90h/3ECTSsynchronous online/onsite)\n\n\n Contact & Coordination\n\nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \nSantarém Polytechnic University \nPerpétua Santos Silva – perpetua.silva@ese.ipsantarem.pt \nTatiana Ferreira – tatiana. ferreira@ese.ipsantarem.pt \nFor question you can send a email to: Ace-com@e-ucb.ro URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/actyouth-youth-in-action-young-people-as-agents-of-change-in-rural-communities-3/ LOCATION:IPSantarém – Portugal\, Instituto Politécnico De Santarém\, Santarém\, Portugal CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/ABC-Portugal.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR