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SUMMARY:Designing Social Good: Bridging Sustainability and Project Management
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: BIP \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nContact hours: 4 hours synchronous online\, 26 hours on-site\nOnline component: 8 and 15 May 2026\, 14:00 Time zone: GMT+00 (Western European Time)\nOn-site component: 25-29 May 2026 (it will take place: SANTARÉM\, Portugal)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance. \nOrganised by: \nName of the University (Country) Lead and Host Institution \nSantarém Polytechnic University – IPSantarém\, Portugal \nName of the University (Country)  \nIrene Ciccarino; Santarém Polytechnic University – IPSantarém \nAustra Ciša and Elizabete Palasiosa; Latvian Academy of Culture (LAC)\, Latvia \nAmalia Venera Todoruț; University Constantin Brâncusi Târgu-Jiu (UCB)\, Romania \nStefanie Wrobel; Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI)\, Germany \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \nPM4NGOs \nLocal NGOs \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nWhat if your university experience could help you design real solutions for a more sustainable world? This Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) brings together students from different countries and disciplines to explore how project management can transform sustainability and social good into tangible action. Working in multicultural teams\, you help create social impact by addressing this real question: What are the challenges and benefits of establishing a local PM4NGOs Hub\, and what advantages can it offer to universities\, NGOs\, and communities? Using a problem-based methodology rooted in design thinking\, you will analyse real-world contexts\, identify problems\, and co-create practical\, sustainability-driven solutions. This BIP equips students with knowledge and tools to foster purpose and meaning in any career\, expanding perceptions of social good. It encourages understanding of how effective project management drives innovation\, resilience\, and sustainable impact. Together\, we can make the world better — one project at a time. \nCourse Description:\n \n\nOnline sessions: There will be two online sessions\, each lasting 1\,5 hours. This session will cover online (e.g.\, introduction to key concepts\, group discussions\, preparatory work). Include indicative dates.\n\nFirst Welcome section: Acexperience + Presentation of teachers\, programme and venue. Design thinking methodology explanation. Introduction to key concepts such as sustainability\, social good and project management. Digital activity applying the concepts.\nSecond Case Study Presentation: Presentation of PM4NGOs by its executive director\, explanation of the challenge\, Q&A to prepare for on-site sessions.\n\n\n\n\nOn-site sessions: Students will be welcomed in Portugal at the Faculty of Management and Technology of Santarém Polytechnic University. After the opening ceremony\, teams will be formed\, and the countries serving as the challenge context will be chosen. During the BIP\, students from across the alliance will work in multicultural teams to explore how and why a Hub could be implemented in their country. The challenge is structured into three parts: 1) context analysis\, 2) identifying real problems\, and 3) designing practical solutions using core project management tools such as the triple constraint\, stakeholder mapping\, cost–benefit analysis\, risk assessment\, and theory of change. It is a hands-on method in which the teacher mentors the learning process. Each day\, students will attend brief lectures introducing tools and concepts relevant to the challenge. Teachers will be available to mentor teamwork. By Friday\, teams must organise their materials to participate in a fair open to the community\, where they will present their ideas. The best team will be chosen by popular vote and teacher assessment\, with recognition at the closing ceremony.\n\n\nFollow-up / reflection: Students will fill out an online Diagnostic survey in advance of the first online meeting to help develop tools and lectures that support their learning. In the last 0n-site day\, they will also answer an online perception survey to highlight what they have learned and their satisfaction with the BIP.\n\n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nKnowledge & Understanding: \n\nUnderstand key concepts of project management: triple constraint\, stakeholder mapping\, cost–benefit analysis\, risk assessment\, and theory of change.\nRecognise the Social Good concept in driving sustainability-oriented impact.\n\nSkills: \n\nAutonomy in learning and decision-making.\nProblem-solving applying creative and design thinking.\nApply project management tools to design feasible and sustainability-aligned solutions.\nWork collaboratively in multicultural teams to make evidence-based decisions.\nCommunicate project proposals visually through structured outputs (Context → Problem → Solution posters).\n\nAttitudes: \n\nDevelop intercultural sensitivity\, collaborative work\, and ethical awareness.\nValue the importance of professional project management skills as a driver of sustainable actions.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: understand the fundamentals of project management and social good\, while also applying sustainability in practice. \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\n\n\nAny student interested in sustainability and purpose-driven development\nStudents interested in developing skills to work in multicultural teams\nStudents interested in developing design thinking skills\n\n\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\n\n\nBusiness and management\nSustainability\nProject management\nSocial economy (NGOs\, social networks\, social movements)\nSocial sciences\n\n\n\n\nRecommended language level:\n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\n\n\nImportant notice: \nParticipation in this Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) is subject to confirmation by the student’s home institution. As funding arrangements may vary\, interested students are advised to contact their University’s International Relations Office for information on eligibility\, funding availability\, and participation conditions before applying. \n  \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/xKzXbUqvU7 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 20 February 2026  \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to successful applicants \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: irene.ciccarino@esg.ipsantarem.pt \n  \nImportant notice:\n \nParticipation in this Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) is subject to confirmation by the student’s home institution. As funding arrangements may vary\, interested students are advised to contact their University’s International Relations Office for information on eligibility\, funding availability\, and participation conditions.
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/designing-social-good-bridging-sustainability-and-project-management-2/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Call for interest – ARIES Incubator Entrepreneurship Network Workshop”
DESCRIPTION:Date: 6 – 8 May 2026\nLocation: In Person\, Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt\, Germany\nOrganised by: Entrepreneurship Academy\, ARIES Incubator\nDeadline for Registration: 15 April 2026\, 23:59 CET\nRegistration Link: https://forms.gle/cyzvMBMZ2pqJMsDK7\nCertificate of attendance included: Yes\nObjectives:\n\nEmpower early-stage startup founders by providing networking opportunities\, mentorship\, and best practices to accelerate their growth.\nBridge the gap between research and entrepreneurship\, fostering commercialization and business potential across the alliance’s key research domains.\nEquip entrepreneurship educators with tools\, insights\, and collaborative opportunities to enhance their ability to nurture and guide the next generation of innovators..\n\n\n\n  \n\nWhat You’ll Gain\n\n✅ Three days of workshops\, networking\, and pitching. \n✅ Real-World Entrepreneurship Experience: Connect with industry ecosystems through visits\, networking\, and mentoring—bridging the gap between theory and practice. \n✅ Opportunities to align your project with applied research topics and real-world challenges. \n✅ Refined Business Ideas: Develop and polish your startup concepts or prototypes with support from peers\, mentors\, and industry stakeholders. \n  \n\nWho should attend:\n\nThis workshop is designed for: \n\nEarly-stage startup founders with innovative ideas ready to take the next steps forward.\nResearchers and technical students with promising innovations that have commercialization potential.\nInnovators and aspiring entrepreneurs eager to refine their business skills\, connect with mentors\, and turn their ideas into scalable ventures.\nEntrepreneurship educators looking to expand their networks\, share best practices\, and gain new tools to support the next generation of founders.\n\n  \n\nFor inquiries:\n\nGeneral & Programme related: 📧 ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/call-for-interest-aries-incubator-entrepreneurship-network-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:The Isar Workshop – Sustainable Urban Design in Dialogue with Nature and Community
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours:\n\n16 hrs synchronous online (preparatory lectures\, site introduction\, tools & methods)\n32 hrs on-site (field surveying\, design studios\, technical workshops\, presentations)\n12 hrs independent and group work (design development\, mapping\, reflection)\n\n\nOnline component:\n27-30 April 2026\, Europe/Skopje (UTC+1)\nOn-site component:\n04-08 May 2026\n(Stip\, North Macedonia)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive: \n\n3 ECTS credits\nCertificate of Attendance issued by Goce Delčev University within the ACE²-EU Alliance\n\nOrganized by: \nLead University \nGoce Delčev University (UGD)\, North Macedonia \nEkaterina Namiceva Todorovska\nVaska Sandeva\nVladica Nikolovska \nPartner University \nLithuanian Engineering College (LIK – Lietuvos Inžinerijos Kolegija)\, Lithuania \nDaiva Kraniauskienė\nMarius Vaišnoras \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\nMunicipality of Štip\nMinistry of Environmental and Physical Planning\nLocal civil society organizations and environmental NGOs\nCommunity representatives and site stakeholders related to the Isar hill and riverfront\n\n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“The Isar Workshop is an applied\, interdisciplinary course focused on the sustainable redesign of public spaces through real-world practice.  \nUsing the Isar hill and riverfront in Štip as a living case study\, students explore how urban design\, infrastructure\, geodetic surveying\, and environmental sustainability can work together to create safe\, inclusive\, and resilient learning and living spaces. \nThe course combines fieldwork\, design studios\, technical workshops\, and stakeholder collaboration\, allowing students to engage directly with the site and its challenges. Participants will work in international and interdisciplinary teams to develop spatial proposals that integrate pedestrian and road infrastructure\, landscape design\, cadastral and topographic analysis\, and community needs.” \n  \nCourse Structure\nThe Isar Workshop guides students through a complete learning journey\, combining online preparation\, an intensive on-site mobility week and reflective follow-up activities. \nOnline Sessions (Preparatory Phase) \n27-30 April 2026 \nThe online component prepares students for the on-site work by establishing a shared knowledge base and introducing the challenge. During these sessions\, students will: \n\nBe introduced to the course theme\, objectives and site context (Isar hill and riverfront)\n• Learn key concepts related to sustainable urban design\, inclusive public spaces\, mobility and environmental resilience\n• Receive introductory input on geodetic and cadastral surveying\, topographic plans\, infrastructure mapping and pedestrian/road design\n• Participate in online group discussions and preparatory tasks\, including site analysis\, precedent studies and team formation\n\n  \nOn-site Sessions (Mobility Week) \nDates: 04-08 May 2026\nLocation: Stip\, North Macedonia \nThe on-site component forms the core of the course. During this week\, the Isar landscape becomes an open-air classroom where learning takes place through direct experience\, collaboration and hands-on work. \nStudents will: \n\nSpend time on the Isar site\, observing patterns of movement\, terrain conditions and interactions between natural and built elements\n• Take part in hands-on surveying activities\, learning how spatial data are collected and translated into design tools\n• Apply geodetic and cadastral methods\, including cadastral measurements\, preparation of topographic plans and mapping of underground infrastructure\n• Develop road and pedestrian design proposals focusing on safety\, accessibility and sensitive integration into the natural and cultural landscape\n\nDesign studios and technical workshops will be guided by experts in engineering\, urban design and sustainability. Students will also engage directly with local stakeholders — from municipal representatives to community members — to better understand real needs\, constraints and expectations. \nBy the end of the week\, teams will have developed concrete design proposals and contributed to a Joint Isar Action Plan. \n  \nFollow-up and Reflection Phase \nLate May 2026 \nAfter the intensive on-site week\, students are given time to reflect on their learning experience. \nDuring this phase\, students will: \n\nPrepare a short reflective report on their learning journey and teamwork\n• Finalise group outputs (design boards\, maps and the Joint Isar Action Plan)\n• Where appropriate\, participate in optional online presentations within the ACE²-EU network\n\nThis phase enables students to consolidate their knowledge and connect the workshop experience to their future academic and professional development. \n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nStudents will: \n\nDevelop an understanding of how urban design\, infrastructure and environmental sustainability shape public spaces\n• Apply surveying\, mapping and technical design tools directly on a real site\n• Develop inclusive design solutions improving mobility\, accessibility and public safety\n• Strengthen their ability to work collaboratively in international and interdisciplinary teams\n• Transform concepts into realistic\, context-sensitive design proposals responding to real constraints\n\nLearning Outcomes: \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nAnalyse complex urban sites from spatial\, environmental and technical perspectives\n• Design safe\, accessible and inclusive pedestrian and road networks\n• Integrate natural and cultural landscape considerations into technical design\n• Develop and present realistic design proposals addressing environmental and community needs\n• Reflect critically on interdisciplinary collaboration and stakeholder engagement\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 programs in the following fields: \n\nArchitecture and Urban Design\nCivil Engineering and Road Engineering\nGeodesy\, Geomatics\, and Cadastral Studies\nLandscape Architecture and Spatial Planning\nEnvironmental Engineering and Sustainability Studies\n\n  \nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nSustainable urban design and the creation of safe\, inclusive public spaces\nInfrastructure\, mobility\, and pedestrian-friendly environments\nGeodetic surveying\, mapping\, and spatial analysis in real-world contexts\nThe relationship between nature\, landscape\, and the built environment\nCollaborative and interdisciplinary design processes\n\n  \nRecommended Language Level: English B1–B2 (the working language of the course). \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should: \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/THG4u2D5WvhSW22h9 \n📅 Application deadline: 20/3/2026 \n  \nSelection Process:\nEach ACE²-EU partner university will nominate and select up to two (2) students to participate in this course. \nSelected students will receive a notification of acceptance from their home university. Further organisational and mobility details will then be provided by the host institution. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nekaterina.namiceva@ugd.edu.mk
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/the-isar-workshop-sustainable-urban-design-in-dialogue-with-nature-and-community/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Staff BIP: Designing doctoral supervision approaches and supervisor training programmes for joint PhD programmes in European University Alliances
DESCRIPTION:…. \nCourse Type: \n            Blended Intensive Programme – Staff Training \nDuration and Learning Format  \n\nTotal workload (in hours)\, broken down into: 75h\n\nAsynchronous ACErookies and synchronous ACExperience: 6h\nSynchronous online activities: 8 h\nOn-site (physical mobility) activities: 32 h\nIndependent\, student effort and group work: 29h\n\n\nDates of:\n\nOnline component 1 May- 15 July\, 2026\nOn-site component 29 June – 3 July\, 2026\n\n\n\n  \nCredits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive 3 ECTS and a certificate of attendance  \nOrganising Institutions and Teaching Staff: \nLead and Host Institution \n\nCarinthia University of Applied Sciences\n\nPartner Institutions \n\nMedical University of Gdánsk\nPolytechnic University of Santarém\n\nExternal stakeholders \n\nMirjam Godkesen – Owner of UNWIND Consultancy\n\n  \nCourse Overview \nMain topics:  \n\nJoint doctoral collaboration and research supervision\n\nObjectives of the course: \n\nLearning about research supervision approaches and structures in alliance countries\nIdentifying needs and developing ideas and strategies for bilateral or multilateral collaborations in doctoral supervision\nDeveloping a common approach for alliance collaboration in doctoral education and supervision within the ACE²-EU alliance\n\nMethods:  \n\nExpert inputs: modern PhD pedagogy with Mirjam Godskesen (two-day seminar); familiarizing with joint doctoral funding opportunities\nPeer-to-peer learning: Sharing approaches\, practices\, and challenges in doctoral supervision experienced in alliance partner institutions\nBest-practice models: Learning about joint supervision arrangements and supervisor training within the EUI community and beyond\nInteractive workshops: Engaging in deep discussions and developing ideas for common principles and approaches in doctoral supervision\n\n  \nLearning Journey\n \n\nThree online sessions: (tbc.)\n\nIntroducing PhD education and supervision at ACE²-EU partner institutions \nVirtual Roundtable Discussion on experiences in joint doctoral education and supervision in other European Universities \nSharing needs and ideas for collaboration in joint supervision schemes \n\nOnsite sessions June 29 – July 3\n\nTwo-day intensive research supervision training with Mirjam Godkesen (owner of UNWIND consultancy) \nInformation sessions about funding opportunities \nIntensive work sessions: developing ideas for collaboration and developing guidelines for joint collaboration and supervision within the Alliance \n\nFollow-up / reflection: July 15\n\nReflections and roadmap \nLearning Objectives \nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nEnhanced cross-institutional understanding among alliance partners for approaches and challenges in PhD supervision\nStrong personal relationships among key personnel who will be involved in developing joint doctoral programmes in the alliance\nActionable recommendations on joint arrangements and supervisor training within the alliance\nConcrete guidelines on a common approach to effective supervision\, mentoring\, and appropriate career guidance based on MSC Actions and the Alliance’s mission\n\n  \nWhich staff would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for staff from ACE2-EU partner universities\, including research supervision staff (experienced and non-experienced researchers aiming to qualify for tenure positions)\, heads of doctoral schools\, quality managers\, and executive leaders. It may be suitable for staff from ACE2-EU partner universities who have an interest in finding partners for building joint supervision schemes and further developing supervision skills. \n\nRecommended Language Level :\n\nEnglish B2-C1\n\n\n\nThis is mandatory\, as English is the working language of ACE²-EU courses. \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/FW2KPs56nof4zdeQ9 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 30 April \nPlease note that submitting an application does not guarantee a place on the programme. Participating institutions apply their own internal selection procedures. \nPrior to the start of the course\, selected participants will receive a welcome email from the ACE²-EU Alliance containing detailed information and instructions specific to the programme.. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nJulia Marinaccio\, j.marinaccio@fh-kaernten.at
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/staff-bip-designing-doctoral-supervision-approaches-and-supervisor-training-programmes-for-joint-phd-programmes-in-european-university-alliances/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Generative Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education: Ethical Perspectives\, Regulation and Responsible Use in the Academic Environment
DESCRIPTION:…. \nDate: 30 April 2026 \nSchedule: 30 April 2026 (on Zoom platform) \nOrganised by: „Constantin Brâncuși” University of Târgu Jiu\, Romania \nDeadline for registration: 29 April 2026\, 12:00 CET \nLink for registration: https://forms.gle/zjSnZkPW1jiW8dydA  \nCertificate of attendance: A certificate of attendance will be provided. \n\n Objectives: \n\n–          Understand the role of generative artificial intelligence in higher education \n–          Identify key developments in generative AI and their relevance for teaching\, learning\, and research in universities \n–          Understand how AI tools influence academic writing\, knowledge production and scholarly communication \n–          Critically evaluate the implications of AI-generated content \n–          Analyse ethical and epistemic challenges associated with generative AI in academia \n–          Reflect on questions of academic integrity\, plagiarism\, authorship and reliability of AI-generated information \n–          Explore AI-assisted tools for academic research \n–          Become familiar with platforms that support literature discovery\, research mapping\, and citation analysis \n–          Understand how AI tools can assist researchers in navigating large volumes of scientific publications \n–          Reflect on responsible AI integration in higher education \n–          Identify strategies for integrating AI technologies into teaching and research while maintaining academic standards \n–          Promote critical and responsible engagement with AI tools in academic environments \n\n Event short description : This Active Learning e-Pedagogy School (ALEs) session addresses one of the most pressing questions currently facing universities: how can generative artificial intelligence be used in ways that remain ethically sound\, academically rigorous and pedagogically meaningful? Designed for professors and university staff across the ACE2-EU Alliance\, the event combines conceptual reflection with practical exploration\, moving from regulatory and ethical foundations to concrete applications in teaching\, assessment and research.\n\nParticipants will examine the implications of generative AI for academic integrity\, authorship\, assessment design\, data protection and institutional responsibility. The session also includes a dedicated reflection on preserving critical thinking in the age of AI\, an applied overview of research-oriented tools such as Elicit\, Consensus\, Connected Papers\, Scite and OpenAlex\, and a short practical segment in which participants draft syllabus statements\, match tools to academic tasks and discuss an ethical mini-case. \n\n Target group: Professors/staff\n Structure & Methodology: The session follows an active learning approach designed for university teachers and academic staff. It combines expert-led input\, reflective discussion\, collaborative digital participation and short applied tasks. The methodology supports a shift from seeing AI merely as a technical tool to understanding it as a pedagogical\, ethical and institutional issue that must remain under human judgment and academic responsibility.\n\nThe event is structured into four complementary components: \nConceptual and Regulatory Framework: a lecture on the role of generative AI in higher education\, covering ethical risks\, academic integrity\, current regulation\, institutional policies and responsible academic use. \nCritical Reflection: a dedicated contribution on what may be the central question behind the AI debate in higher education – how to use AI without losing critical thinking. \nResearch Practice and Interactive Applications: an applied overview of AI tools for scientific research – including Elicit\, Consensus\, Connected Papers\, Scite and OpenAlex – together with a Padlet ice-breaker and a final practical segment in which participants collaboratively draft an AI-use policy statement for a syllabus\, match tools to tasks and reflect on a brief ethical case related to students’ use of generative AI. \n\n Registration and participation link: https://forms.gle/zjSnZkPW1jiW8dydA\n\nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks: Yes \n\n Attendance certification: Yes\n\nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organisers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nEvent/Course title\nLearning/research outcomes\nDeveloped competencies\nDuration online 2h\n\n\n Contact & Coordination\n\n    For any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \n    „Constantin Brâncuși” University of Târgu Jiu \n            Cătălin Drăgan – catalin.dragan@e-ucb.ro \nAndreea Cilibiu – andreeamihaela.cilibiu@gmail.com \nFlavius Mărcău – flaviusmarcau@yahoo.com
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/generative-artificial-intelligence-in-higher-education-ethical-perspectives-regulation-and-responsible-use-in-the-academic-environment/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:1st ARIES Incubator Entrepreneurship Network Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Info for the Virtual Coffee Call – 29 April 2026\n\nEvent Title: 1st ARIES Incubator Entrepreneurship Network Workshop \n\nDate/Period: 29 April 2026 at 14:00 – 15:30 CEST\nLocation: Online\, Zoom\n\nMeeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88226570027?pwd=UBaEI07lrDRPLeBN4kayEPjYQCc4B3.1\n\n\nOrganised by: Entrepreneurship Academy\, ARIES Incubator\nCertificate of attendance included: No\nAgenda:\n\n\n\n\n14:00 – 14:30\nKeynote Speech\n“Power of Networking: Navigate Every Chance You Get”\n\n\n14:30 – 14:45\nIntroduction to the Entrepreneurship Network Workshop\nWhat to expect\, prepare and look forward to\n\n\n14:45 – 15:30\nOnboarding and Goal Setting for the Upcoming Event\n\n\n\n\nWho should attend:\n\nEarly-stage startup founders with innovative ideas ready to take the next steps forward.\nResearchers and technical students with promising innovations that have commercialisation potential.\nAnyone interested in learning from our guest speaker\n\n\nFor enquiries:\n\nGeneral & Programme related: 📧 ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro\n\n\nSpeaker Information\n\nName: Gonzalo Martínez\nPosition: Managing Partner\, LAN Accelerator and CFO ReMango\nBio: Gonzalo Martínez is a Paraguayan entrepreneur and investor. He is the co-founder of LAN\, Paraguay’s first startup accelerator and early-stage VC fund\, backing founders across Latin America.\nHis path started with a bet on a crazy idea: turning discarded mangoes into a globally competitive venture. That bet won the Hult Prize 2021\, making him and his team the first Paraguayans to reach this milestone.\nToday\, Gonzalo has built a network spanning investors\, corporations\, and founders across Latin America and the whole world.\nCompany Tags –\n– Instagram @lanaccelerator\n– LinkedIn @ LAN Accelerator
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/1st-aries-incubator-entrepreneurship-network-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Pilot Social Impactors Knowledge Creation Team Workshop: Gender Equity
DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: April 27-29\, 2026\nSchedule: On-site activity: 27-29 April. Online component: 9 April 10:30-12:00 AM (CEST)\nOrganized by: Latvian Academy of Culture\, Latvia\nDeadline for registration: – (The participant selection was coordinated internally within the Social Impactors sub-strand.) \nA certificate of attendance will be provided. \n\n Objectives \n\nThe Pilot Social Impactors Knowledge Creation Team Workshop on Gender Equity aims to foster collaborative\, transnational knowledge creation and practical solution development to address gender equity challenges. \n\nFacilitate interdisciplinary and cross-sector collaboration between students\, academic staff\, and external stakeholders from ACE2-EU partner institutions and beyond.\nEnable participants to jointly identify\, analyse\, and prioritise key challenges related to gender equity at local\, national\, and European levels.\nSupport the co-creation of practical\, actionable solutions and activity concepts that can be implemented within institutional and societal contexts.\n\n\n Event Short Description (from the project) Social Impactors Knowledge Creation Team Workshops facilitate the development of joint Service to Society initiatives by experts of ACE2-EU with external societal and government partners. The outputs of these workshops will focus on providing practical solutions to socio-economic challenges which could be collectively developed and implemented by students\, staff\, and external partners. It is envisaged that each Social Impactor will conduct up to 9 Knowledge Creation Team Workshops (3-day duration)\, and the pilot edition will contribute to the Social Impactor on Gender Equity.\n Target Group The programme’s target audience is staff\, students\, and external stakeholders from ACE2-EU partner universities\, aiming to share their experience and knowledge on specific Social Impactors topics and jointly create practically applicable knowledge and solutions to strengthen gender equity by combining academic\, civil society\, and professional experience.\n Structure & Methodology The pilot programme is structured as a three-day intensive\, participatory process\, preceded by an online pre-briefing\, and follows a co-creation and collaborative learning approach. Participants engage in a structured sequence of activities\, including trust-building\, knowledge exchange\, collaborative identification and clustering of gender equity challenges\, and the co-development\, prioritisation\, and action planning of practical solutions. The methodology emphasises interdisciplinary collaboration\, active participation\, and the integration of academic\, professional\, and civil society perspectives\, ensuring the development of concrete\, applicable outcomes and future cooperation pathways.\n Registration and Participation (include link) – The participant selection was coordinated internally within the Social Impactors sub-strand.)\n\n\nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks: YES.\n\n\n Attendance Certification: Yes\n\nIf Yes : \nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organizers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nEvent title\nLearning/research outcomes\nDeveloped competences\n\n\n Contact & Coordination\n\nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \nIeva Zemīte\, ieva.zemite@lka.edu.lv (LAC) \nAsnāte Kalēja\, asnate.kaleja@lka.edu.lv (LAC) \n\n Includes links to materials that want to be posted: infopack https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Latvia-InfoPack.pdf\n\nDOWNLOAD PROGRAMME
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/pilot-social-impactors-knowledge-creation-team-workshop-gender-equity/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:8th ACEploration – Smart Cities
DESCRIPTION:Lietuvos inžinerijos kolegija (LIK)\, Lithuania\n📍 Kaunas\, Lithuania\n📅 21–22 April 2026 \nAbout the 8th ACEploration \nThe 8th ACEploration\, hosted by Lietuvos inžinerijos kolegija (LIK) in Kaunas\, will bring together academic staff from across the ACE²-EU Alliance to co-create future-oriented academic initiatives under the overarching theme of Smart Cities. \nACEploration is a strategic co-creation format within the Applied Programmes and Pedagogy Factory (APP Factory). It provides a structured yet dynamic environment where professors exchange expertise\, pitch ideas\, and design concrete joint learning opportunities across institutions. \n  \nTheme \nSMART CITIES – Designing Future Solutions for Sustainable Development \nCities are evolving ecosystems. They must become greener\, smarter\, and more inclusive. This ACEploration invites academic staff to collaboratively design educational initiatives that respond to today’s urban challenges while shaping tomorrow’s sustainable futures. \n  \nSubthemes \n🌿 Greener and Cooler Cities \nTransforming urban systems for climate resilience and nature integration.\nFocus areas include sustainable buildings\, urban heat adaptation\, nature-based solutions\, and the link between environment\, health\, and quality of life. \n🚦 Smart City Mobility \nTransforming the future of urban transportation.\nIntelligent mobility systems\, innovative transport solutions\, smart grids\, and sustainable infrastructure supporting efficient and safe urban movement. \n🤝 Inclusive Smart Cities for Future Populations \nHuman-centred and socially responsive urban innovation.\nHealthy and resilient communities\, ageing societies\, digital health technologies\, and the role of culture and education in shaping inclusive cities. \n  \nWhat Will Happen During the ACEploration? \nOver two intensive days in Kaunas\, participants will: \n\nPresent and refine academic pitches\nIdentify collaboration partners across institutions\nCo-design short learning opportunities (SLOs\, BIPs\, Flavour Schools)\nExplore pathways for future Joint Master’s degrees\nDefine clear follow-up actions and implementation roadmaps\n\nThe mission includes: \n📅 Pre-Briefing Meeting (online): 9 April 2026\n📍 On-site ACEploration at LIK: 21–22 April 2026\n📅 Post-ACEploration Review (online): 28 April 2026 \nParticipants are expected to attend all three stages. \n  \nWho Should Participate? \nAcademic staff from ACE²-EU partner universities who: \n\nWork within the Smart Cities thematic areas\nAre interested in interdisciplinary collaboration\nWish to co-create joint academic initiatives\nAre committed to active follow-up after the mission\n\nEach institution is expected to nominate at least two members of teaching staff. \n  \nExpected Outcomes \nThe 8th ACEploration aims to generate: \n\nConcrete joint learning proposals\nStrengthened inter-university collaboration\nExpanded mobility pathways for staff and students\nEngagement with relevant external stakeholders\nClear next steps towards implementation\n\n  \nHow to Apply\n\n\n📌 Registration form: https://forms.gle/CwkeYwW6mxw4rxqc6\n\n📅 Deadline for registration: extended until 27 March 2025\n\n  \nContact \nFor further information\, please contact:\n📧 gitana.vyciene@lik.tech
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/8th-aceploration-smart-cities/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:ACE-SCHOLAR - Foundation : Researcher Capacity
DESCRIPTION:Training Programme\nDuration and Timeline \n\nOnline Intensive Training Contact hours: 25 hrs\nDuration: Summer Semester: 20 April – 29 June 2026\n\nAbout the Programme \nACE-SCHOLAR — Foundation is a structured training programme open to students and staff from all disciplines. It provides practical skills\, evidence-based tools\, and collaborative learning opportunities to support participants in developing a strong research profile. \nThe curriculum covers 7 competency areas from the European Researcher Competency Framework (Foundation to Intermediate level)\, complemented by 3 additional topics selected by the ACE²-EU alliance. Together\, they offer a coherent pathway towards research excellence. \nSessions are delivered online via Microsoft Teams by instructors from across the ACE²-EU partner institutions. All registered participants also have access to the Moodle platform\, where session resources and recordings of missed sessions are available throughout the programme. \nWhat you will develop \n\nResearch management — project planning\, resource optimisation\, and open-access publishing.\nResearch impact — dissemination strategies to engage policymakers\, industry\, and the public.\nSelf-management — productivity\, stress management\, entrepreneurial thinking\, and inclusive work practices.\nCognitive skills — creativity\, critical thinking\, and problem-solving for complex research challenges.\nCollaboration and leadership — inclusive teamwork\, mentorship\, and professional networking.\nResearch tools — data management\, citizen science\, open-source software\, and AI tools for ethical research.\nResearch practice — scientific writing\, disciplinary expertise\, and AI integration.\nResearch ethics — ethical principles\, data protection\, and responsible use of AI.\nResearch funding — funding sources\, resource management\, and consortium building.\nProposal writing — EU funding calls\, proposal drafting\, and alignment with societal challenges.\n\nThe Making Impact session is distributed through 5 smaller sessions from 20th April till 24th April. Exception of 20th April Session which will be held at 12:30 – 13:30 CEST\, the remaining sessions will be conducted as scheduled. \nProgramme format and calendar \n\n\n\nDates\n20 April 2026 — 29 June 2026\n\n\nFormat\nOnline live sessions (Microsoft Teams)\n\n\nResources\nMoodle platform — materials and session recordings available throughout\n\n\nFinal Assessment deadline\n31 July 2026\, 23:59 CEST (submissions required to earn badges and ECTS)\n\n\nOrganised by\nARIES Incubator — ACE²-EU Alliance\n\n\n\n  \nSession Calendar \n\n\n\nSession\nDate & Time (CET)\nInstructor(s)\n\n\n1.      Making an Impact\n20 – 24 April 2026\nat 9:00 – 10:00\nMaria Barbas\n(IPS\, Portugal)\n\n\n2.     Research Ethics\n27 April 2026\nat 15:00 – 17:00\nDaniela Krainer\nChristine Dulling-Pichler\n(CUAS\, Austria)\n\n\n3.     Managing Research\n30 April 2026\nat 11:00 – 13:00\nBiljana Balabanova\n(UGD\, North Macedonia)\n\n\n4.     Doing Research\n30 April 2026\nat 14:00 – 16:00\nCatalin Chimerel\n(UCB\, Romania)\n\n\n5.     Working with Others\nTBD\nVicente Ruiz\n(UFV\, Spain)\n\n\n6.     Self-Management\n12 May 2026\nat 10:00 – 12:00\nGanesh Ramakrishna Babu Jai\n(THI\, Germany)\n\n\n7.     Managing Research Tools\n15 May 2026\nat 10:00 – 12:00\nAnce Kristāla\, Sabīne Ozola \n(LAC\, Latvia)\n\n\n8.     Research Funding\n20 May 2026\nat 13:00 – 15:00\nMateusz Kirjak\n(MUG\, Poland)\n\n\n9.     Cognitive Abilities\n29 June 2026\nat 12:00 – 14:00\nGiedrė Adomavičienė\n(LIK\, Lithuania)\n\n\n10.  EU Funding Landscape\nTBD\nINNOVA+\nPedro Costa\n\n\n\nUpon registration\, all registrants will have access to all sessions.  \nAward and Recognition   \nUpon successful completion of each session and its corresponding assessment\, participants receive a digital skill badge (MLO — Micro Learning Opportunity). Collecting badges leads to formal ECTS recognition. \nACE-SCHOLAR Foundation awards Micro Learning Opportunities (MLOs) upon completion of each module. MLOs are designed to be compatible with emerging microcredential frameworks and are intended to be formally recognisable as microcredentials as the ACE²-EU alliance’s recognition infrastructure develops. \n\n\n\nAchievement\nECTS awarded\nRecognition\n\n\n\n\nCompletion of one session\n—\nACE-SCHOLAR Digital Skill Badge (MLO)\n\n\nCompletion of 5 sessions (5 badges collected)\n1 ECTS\nECTS Recognition Certificate\n\n\nCompletion of all 10 sessions (10 badges collected)\n2 ECTS\nECTS Recognition Certificate + ACE-SCHOLAR Digital Badge\n\n\n\nImportant: Assessments must be submitted by 31 July 2026\, 23:59 CEST to earn badges and ECTS credit. \nParticipants who successfully complete 5 or more sessions will be eligible for a travel opportunity to an ACE-SCHOLAR Researcher Capacity Training Workshop. \nHow to register \n\nApplication deadline: 30 May 2026\, 23:59 CEST (late registrants will still have access to the sessions starts on 20 April)\nRegistration form: https://forms.gle/WWjkh7pKADLdKm5R6\nAfter registering you will receive an email with access to the Moodle course.\nFurther information and inquiries: info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/ace-scholar-foundation-researcher-capacity/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Storytelling Labels: Interactive Creation for the World of Wine
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 focused 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: 5 hours synchronous online\, 35hours on-site\, 15 hours independent and group work 1 session (Pre-programme) + 1 sessions (Post-programme) = 5 hours\nOnline Component: April 17th 2026\nOn-Site Component: April 20-24 2026 (Santarém\, Portugal)\nFinal presentation – Online activity and assessment with the stakeholders: May 4 2026\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \n\nSantarém Polytechnic University (Portugal) Lead and Host Institution\n\nProfessor João Cabral \nProfessor Helena Mira \nProfessor Paula Lúcia Ruivo \n  \n\nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria (Spain) Co-creator Institution\n\nProfessor Manuel Casal \nProfessor Maribel Castro Diaz \nProfessor Sergio Saldaña Prieto\n\n\n\nLatvian Academy of Culture\n\nProfessor Aija Luse\n\n\nCarinthia University of Applied Sciences\n\nProfessor Bernhard Guetz\nProfessor  Albert Luger\n\n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \nTBD \n\nQUINTA DE LAGOALVA  (Portugal)\n\nMain place where the work will be done: The Lagoalva Group has various business areas\, such as: wine and olive oil\, wine tourism\, agriculture and horse breeding. \n\nTEJO WINE COMMISSION (Portugal)\n\n”Tejo wine commission” refers to wines produced in the Tejo wine region of Portugal\, formerly known as Ribatejo. This region is located in central Portugal\, along the banks of the Tagus River (Rio Tejo)\, and is known for its fertile lands and diverse range of wines. The area is also home to the “Rota dos Vinhos do Tejo” (Tejo Wine Route)\, an established tourist route that promotes the region’s wine and cultural heritage. \n  \n\n Objectives of the Call\n\n            – Develop interactive wine labels that respect European legislation and enhance heritage\, culture and purchasing and consumption behaviour\, integrating graphic design\, storytelling\, emerging technologies and sensory marketing\, with a focus on innovative strategies for differentiation in the wine market. \n\nAnalysing the role of the label as a means of communicating the brand in the wine sector\, understanding its legal requirements\, cultural framework and its ability to enhance the heritage and identity of the terroir – understood as the set of natural\, cultural and human factors that characterise the origin of the wine.\nDevelop interactive wine labels that combine storytelling\, graphic design\, emerging technologies (such as augmented reality) and sensory strategies\, in line with current purchasing and consumption habits and preferences.\nPresent and justify the solutions created\, clearly communicating the conceptual\, visual and interactive proposal\, with a focus on differentiating the brand and creating meaningful experiences for the consumer.\n\n  \n\n Course Short Description\n\nThis course offers specialised training in the application of augmented reality (AR) to wine label design\, focusing on visual and interactive innovation while ensuring full compliance with European Union wine labelling regulations. \nParticipants will learn to design smart labels that combine contemporary aesthetics\, digital interactivity\, and full adherence to EU Regulations (such as Regulation EU 2019/33 and EU 2021/2117)\, including requirements related to: \n\nGeographical origin and protected designation of origin (PDO/PGI);\nAlcohol content\, ingredients\, and allergens.\nMandatory nutritional information (provided via QR Code\, as per recent guidelines);\nSustainability and digital labelling.\n\nBeyond mastering the legal framework\, students will explore graphic design tools and AR platform (Adobe Aero)\, developing interactive prototypes that connect consumers to the wine’s story\, terroir\, and sensory profile in an engaging way. \nCourse Highlights: \n\nTechnical foundations of augmented reality applied to packaging.\nCritical analysis of current European wine labelling laws.\nCreation of immersive storytelling experiences for wine brands.\nDevelopment of labels that combine AR with legal compliance and visual elegance.\nMarket segmentation\, targeting\, and positioning; Customer insight and audience understanding\n\n  \n\n Target Group\n\n– Undergraduate students from ACE2-EU universities \n– Open to any specialisation (no qualification needed) with interest in the areas of technologies\, culture\, design\, heritage or tourism. \n  \n\n Learning Objectives\n\n\nApply creative methodologies to address real-world cultural challenges.\nAcquire spatial-design\nUnderstand how the wine industry is framed within a European regulation and requirements.\nCollaborate in international\, interdisciplinary teams (technology\, creation\, wine industry).\nPresent their proposals to stakeholders in a professional context.\nDevelop designs and projects respecting the brand identity and adding value to it (creativity\, differentiation\, consistency).\n\n–     Use new languages and technologies to deliver the ideas. \n  \n\n Structure & Methodology\n\nStructure \nOnline Preparatory Phase  \nWine as a cultural symbol; case studies; introduction to stakeholders. \nResearch and personal approach on the topic \nRevision and discussion of materials and design production \nUnderstand how wine industry is framed within a European regulation and requirements. \nMobility Week in Portugal (at IPS) \nMentoring sessions with faculty and stakeholders. \nPhotography session – Product photography \nVideo Session – Capture and edit short advertising videos \nSelection of materials and prototype construction \nFinal production of designs in workshop \nUsability Testing \nFinal presentation – Presentation of results to stakeholders \nOnline Final Phase  \nResults of usability tests \nFinal reflection and evaluations \n  \nMethodology \nProject-Based Learning (Pbl) \nProject-Based Learning (PBL)\, integrated with elements of Design Thinking and experiential learning. \nDesign Thinking Method \nEmpathising – Understand the needs\, experiences\, and emotions of people involved in the problem. \nDefining – Clearly articulate the core problem based on insights gathered. \nIdeation – Brainstorm and generate innovative ideas. \nPrototyping – Develop tangible or visual representations of ideas. \nTesting – Obtain feedback and refine the solution through cycles of improvement. \nMultidisciplinary learning with a focus on: \nEuropean Union regulations for wine labelling\, based on Regulation (EU) 2021/2117 \nLabel Design \nAugmented reality (AR) on wine labels \n  \n\n Registration and Participation\n\nDeadline for registration: 15 December 2025 \nhttps://forms.gle/9ub5fJR71JmZZSyk9 \n**Participants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks. \n  \n\n Contact & Coordination\n\nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \nace2eu@ufv.es
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/storytelling-labels-interactive-creation-for-the-world-of-wine/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Changemaker Ambassador Programme
DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 15-17 April 2026\nSchedule: On-site activity\, 15-17 April 2026 \nOrganised by: Latvian Academy of Culture\, Latvia\nDeadline for registration: 2 March \nA certificate of attendance will be provided. \n  \n\n Objectives \n\n\nStrengthen facilitation and dialogue skills by developing participants’ capacity to facilitate dialogue as a core method for facilitating inclusive\, constructive\, and sustainable change processes.\nFoster innovative thinking by integrating facilitation methods and approaches that empower participants to guide change processes and support the successful development of changemaking initiatives.\nEnhance active and work-based learning by involving participants in practical tasks created by external stakeholders\, allowing them to address practice place-based societal challenges.\n\n  \n\n Event Short Description:\n\n The Changemaker Ambassador programme will provide a training framework for students and staff of the Alliance to become social change agents\, focusing on providing participants with knowledge of existing best practices and innovative ways to address societal issues. \n  \n\n Target Group The programme is aimed at staff and students from ACE²-EU partner universities and aims to expand their leadership and facilitation skills so they can successfully lead changemaking processes towards an equitable future.\n\n  \n\n Structure & Methodology The pilot programme is structured as a three-day intensive training that combines theory\, practice\, and reflection. The first day introduces participants to one another and to the concept of changemaking\, laying the foundation for the programme. The second day focuses on developing participants’ capacity to facilitate dialogue as a key method for enabling inclusive and constructive change processes. The third day builds on the dialogue facilitation skills developed on Day 2 and shifts the focus towards application and future action. The programme design follows an active and work-based learning approach\, gradually moving from understanding the concept of changemaking to developing personal skills and finally applying them to real-world challenges.\n\n\n Registration and Participation (include link) https://forms.gle/epGsJBZxQMAStNKm8 Participants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks\n\nParticipants should demonstrate strong motivation and interest in the topic and be action-oriented in applying the facilitation skills in their respective professional and interest fields. \n  \n\n Attendance Certification: Yes\n\nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organisers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nEvent/Course title\nLearning/research outcomes\nDeveloped competences\n\n\n Contact & Coordination\n\nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \nAsnāte Kalēja\, asnate.kaleja@lka.edu.lv (LAC) \n\n Link to INFOPACK\n\n https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Latvia-InfoPack.pdf
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/changemaker-ambassador-programme/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:3D Printing for a Sustainable Future
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nWhat is an Applied Blended Challenge (ABC)? \nAn Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) is a short\, credit-bearing learning programme jointly delivered by several ACE²-EU partner universities and external stakeholders. It combines online collaborative learning with an on-site intensive experience\, and is based on challenge-based learning methodologies. \nIn an ABC\, students from different countries and disciplines work in international teams to address real-world challenges linked to societal\, digital\, green or health-related priorities. Learning activities are co-created and co-taught by academic staff from different institutions\, in close collaboration with stakeholders\, ensuring an applied\, interdisciplinary and European learning experience. \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 40 hours\, synchronous online (including independent and group work)\, 40 hours\, on-site (including independent and group work)\nOnline component: 23-27 March 2026\, (synchronous online sessions)\nOn-site component: 13-17 April 2026 (it will take place: Villach\, Austria)\n\nA detailed timetable will be communicated directly to selected students prior to the start of the course. \n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive 3.0 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance. \nOrganised by: \nLead and Host Institution \nCarinthia University of Applied Sciences (CUAS) – ADMiRE Research Center (Austria) – \n  \nAcademic team (CUAS): \nVarsavas (CUAS) \nDr. M. Brandstötter (CUAS) \nDr. S. Schulnig (CUAS) \nLaux (CUAS) \nDr. C. Humbert (CUAS) \nWutzl (CUAS) \nBerndt (CUAS) \n  \nPartner Institution: \nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria (UFV)\, Spain \n\nSantos (UFV)\n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\nHueter (d4pro GmbH)\nKrammer (ASCO Anlagenbau Consulting GmbH)\n\n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nThis Applied Blended Challenge course explores how polymer-based 3D printing can contribute to a more sustainable and resilient future. Students will learn the fundamentals of additive manufacturing (AM)\, design for additive manufacturing (DfAM)\, and practical polymer 3D printing workflows\, from CAD and slicing to prototyping and evaluation. \nWorking in international and interdisciplinary teams\, students will develop and present an evidence-based 3D-printing solution addressing real-world challenges in healthcare\, climate resilience\, or education\, supported by stakeholder input.“ \n  \nCourse Description: \nOnline Component \nThe online phase builds the theoretical and methodological foundation of the course and prepares students for the on-site prototyping week. It includes: \n\nIntroduction to additive manufacturing and polymer-based AM technologies\nDesign for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) principles\nSustainable materials\, including bioplastics and smart polymers\nChallenge framing and stakeholder input\nTeam formation and project planning\n\n\nOn-site Component \nThe on-site week is hands-on and project-driven\, focusing on applied learning and prototyping. It includes: \n\nCAD refinement and slicing\nPolymer 3D printing and prototyping\nTesting\, iteration and evaluation of prototypes\nMentoring and feedback from academic staff and stakeholders\n\nFollow-up and Reflection \nThe course concludes with final project presentations and structured discussions with stakeholders on the last day of the on-site phase\, including reflection on feasibility\, sustainability impact and learning outcomes \n  \nLearning Objectives: \nBy the end of the course\, students will have: \n\nExplained the fundamentals of polymer-based additive manufacturing\, including key AM technologies and workflows.\nApplied DfAM principles to design a part suitable for polymer 3D printing.\nSelected polymer materials (including bioplastics/smart polymers) based on function\, manufacturability\, and sustainability criteria.\nProduced a functional prototype using CAD\, slicing and filament-based 3D printing\, and documented key process parameters.\nIdentified opportunities and limitations of polymer AM for sustainable applications (e.g.\, material choice\, circularity\, waste\, scalability).\nDeveloped and communicated a solution concept addressing a real-world challenge in healthcare\, climate resilience\, or education\, grounded in evidence and feasibility.\nCollaborated effectively in an international\, interdisciplinary team and presented technical content clearly to academic and industry audiences.\n\nLearning Outcomes \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nDescribe polymer AM/FFF fundamentals and the role of polymers\, bioplastics\, and smart materials in sustainable innovation.\nDesign printable parts using DfAM rules and iterate designs based on constraints and feedback.\nCreate print-ready files (basic slicing\, selection of right settings) and run a polymer 3D print safely and effectively.\nEvaluate prototype performance and reflect on sustainability impacts (waste\, circularity\, local sourcing\, lifecycle thinking).\nPitch a stakeholder-relevant AM solution with a clear problem framing\, design rationale\, feasibility\, and societal impact.\n\nTarget Group – Who Should Apply? \nThis course is suitable for students from ACE²-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes in fields such as:  \n\nMechanical/Industrial Engineering\nMaterials Science / Polymer Science\nBiomedical Engineering / Health Technologies\nSustainability / Environmental Technologies / Circular Economy\nDigital Manufacturing / Mechatronics / Applied Sciences\nEntrepreneurship / Innovation / Technology Management\n\nIt is especially relevant for students interested in: \nAdditive manufacturing \n\nPolymers\, bioplastics\, and smart materials\nSustainable product development and circular design\nHealthcare/assistive devices\, climate-resilient solutions\, education tools\nDesign thinking\n\n  \nLanguage Requirements: \nThe working language of the course is English.\nRecommended level: B1 – B2. \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should submit their application via the online form: \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/how5vuhnyYdrSphc7 \nApplication deadline: 5 March 2026 \nA notification of acceptance will be sent to successful applicants by the host institution and will include detailed registration and practical information. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any questions related to the course\, please contact: \ns.varsavas@fh-kaernten.at
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/3d-printing-for-a-sustainable-future/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Envisioning the future of local communities (re)shape labour market opportunities
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 12 hrs synchronous online\, 25 hrs onsite + 38 hrs independent and group work\nOnline component:\n\n 1st week: 8 – 10 April (online) CET time \n 2nd week: 13 – 17 April (online) CET time \n 4th week: 4 – 8 May (online) CET time \n\nOn-site component: \n\n3rd week: 20 – 24 April (face-to-face) Santarém\, Portugal \n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \n  \nOrganised by:  \nSantarém Polytechnic University \n\nTatiana Ferreira – tatiana.ferreira@ese.ipsantarem.pt;\nPerpétua Santos Silva- perpetua.silva@ese.ipsantarem.pt\nPaula Ruivo – paula.ruivo@esa.ipsantarem.pt;\nRosa Coelho – rosa.coelho@esa.ipsantarem.pt;\nCéu Godinho – maria.godinho@esa.ipsantarem.pt\n\nUniversity of Francisco de Victoria:  \n\nAgustina Jutard a.jutard@ufv.es;\nMaría José Díaz m.diaz@ufv.es\n\nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt \n\nUlrich Schlickewei – ulrich.schlickewei@thi.de\n\nLatvian Academie of Culture \n\nIeva Zemīte – ieva.zemite@lka.edu.lv\n\nCarinthia University of Applied Sciences \n\nBirgit Aigner-Walder – B.Aigner-Walder@fh-kaernten.at\n\n  \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\nEuropean Rural Youth Observatory\nMunicipality of Santarem\nLocal Employment Services\nVititejo-Association of Winegrowers of the Tejo Region\nAssociation of Farmers of Ribatejo\n\n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nSHORT DESCRIPTION: \n\nFully applied programme focused on labour market future trends and local communities’ resources;\nInvolve students as key actors in the identification of real-world problems in their communities;\nParticipants will work on real-life cases alongside key stakeholders and business from local communities.\n\nGENERAL OBJECTIVES: \n\nImproving the quality of life of local communities\n\nidentify emerging local economies (e.g. renewable biological resources\, technology\, and innovation)\nenvisioning future workforce needs;\nenhancing local resources.\n\n\nEmpowering participants with the skills and awareness to (re)think their future pathways in the  labour market\, promoting innovation and community-oriented growth;\nConnect and build bridges between participants\, universities (scientific knowledge)\, stakeholders and local economies;\nStrengthening collaboration between universities\, students\, local businesses and policymakers.\nAddressing real-life challenges in collaboration with stakeholders\, local business/institutions.\n\n\nCourse Description: \nPedagogical approach  \n\nMentorship & networking sessions with professionals from local businesses and industries\nForesight Methodology\nInternational mobility – one week of training at another ACE2-EU university.\nPractice-oriented activities –interactive exercises\, collaboration with real stakeholders\, projects co-design.\nReal-World problems: focus on identification and solving of real-world problems.Hands-on experience – innovative problem-solving using student’s diverse disciplinary perspectives\n\n  \nMETHODOLOGICAL APPROACH   \nA) Lecture – theoretical background through seminar presentations \nB) Experiences’ Exchange between participants from different universities – use of participatory and foresight methodologies \nC) Practice-oriented activities – interactive exercises\, collaboration with stakeholders\, projects co-design \n\nReal-World problems: focus on identification and solving of real-world problems\nHands-on and collaborative work – in this step each group will develop their community-based projects proposals\nCollaborative\, local and youth-centred solutions – young people community-based projects proposals developed collaboratively with stakeholders\n\nD) Pitch presentations – share in a larger group of the community-based projects proposals \nE) Asynchronous Online Work Strategies – Guided Readings; Video Analysis Activities; Thematic Discussion Forum; Gamified Challenges; Collaborative Document Creation. \n  \nParticipants are expected to:  \n\nComplete readings and tasks (online modules)\nEngage actively in both online and face-to-face activities\nCollaborate on a group challenge project\nDeliver a pitch presentation of the project outcomes\nSubmit a final written proposal and an individual reflection report\n\n  \nSTRUCTURE – thematic lines\nModule 1: Understanding Local Labour Market Dynamics \n\nExploring existing local industries – foster place-based industries (viticulture\, wine-tourism\, eco-tourism\, agriculture\, manufacturing)\nIdentifying challenges: employment gaps\, infrastructure\, policy limitations\nFieldwork: visits to local businesses and industries\n\nModule 2: Innovation & Sustainability in Communities Development \n\nGreen economy & sustainable practices (shift toward climate-neutral economies\, bioeconomy-aligned jobs support both environmental goals and economic revitalization)\nTech-enabled solutions for local business and industries growth\nCase studies of successful local businesses and industries\n\nModule 3: (social) Entrepreneurship & Intrapreneurship \n\nCommunity-driven solutions for job creation (e.g. circular use of local biomass – agricultural waste)\nBusiness models and future market needs\n\nModule 4: Field Engagement & Real-World Application \n\nHands-on with stakeholders\, local entrepreneurs and policymakers\n\n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nPlease list clear and measurable objectives that students should achieve by the end of the course. \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nAnalyse real-world problems\, question assumptions\, and make evidence-based decisions\nLearn participatory techniques through hands-on experience of co-development and participatory methods\nWork effectively in diverse teams and co-create with peers and local stakeholders\nIdentify local challenges and design realistic\, context-sensitive solutions\nCommunicate ideas clearly and persuasively to different audiences\nValue diversity and understand rural realities across Europe\nApply creative approaches to generate ideas and shape solutions\nDefine goals\, set timelines\, allocate resources\, and structure proposals\nTake initiative\, lead with empathy\, and promote positive change\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \n\nThis course is open to all students from ACE2-EU\, independently of their area of knowledge\, 4 students per ACE University.\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nLocal communities/economies development\nLocal Labour Market Dynamics (viticulture\, wine-tourism\, eco-tourism\, agriculture\, manufacturing)\nGreen economy & sustainable/innovative practices\nTech-enabled solutions for local business and industries\nCommunity-driven solutions for job creation\n\n\nRecommended Language Level :\n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1 – B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\n\n\n  \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/c1FrG3YMzZRJnuac9 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 15 December 2025 \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to successful applicants \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nEmail: Perpétua Santos Silva- perpetua.silva@ese.ipsantarem.pt ; Tatiana Ferreira – tatiana.ferreira@ese.ipsantarem.pt;
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/envisioning-the-future-of-local-communities-reshape-labour-market-opportunities/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Mythology of Wine. Fashion\, Cultural Heritage and Artistic Creation
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: BIP (Blended Intensive Programme)  \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nTotal workload: 85 hours\nOnline component: April-May 2026\nOn-site component: 1-5 June 2026 (Madrid\, Spain)\n\nThe course combines online preparatory sessions with an intensive on-site week in Madrid\, followed by reflection and dissemination activities. \n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nIn order to obtain the ECTS credits\, participants are required to attend at least 80% of the course activities and demonstrate active participation and satisfactory achievement of the learning objectives. \n\nAcademic Team: \nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria (Spain). Lead and Host Institution \n\nMaribel Castro (Universidad Francisco de Vitoria) mi.castro.prof@ufv.es\nSergio Saldaña (Universidad Francisco de Vitoria) saldana@ufv.es\n\n  \nInstituto Politécnico de Santarém (Portugal)  \n\nJoao Cabral (Instituto Politécnico de Santarém) joao.cabral@ese.ipsantarem.pt\nMaria José Nogueira (Instituto Politécnico de Santarém) marianogueira@essaude.ipsantarem.pt\n\n  \nMedical University of Gdańsk (Poland)  \n\nMilena Lachowicz (Medical University of Gdańsk) milena.lachowicz@gumed.edu.pl\n\n  \nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt (Germany)  \n\nBernhard Rothbucher (Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt) bernhard.rothbucher@thi.de\n\n  \nGoce Delčev University of Štip (North Macedonia) Prof. Sanja Risteski (Goce Delčev University) sanja.risteski@ugd.edu.mk \n  \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\nMuseo del Traje\, Madrid (Spain) https://www.cultura.gob.es/mtraje/inicio.html\nBodegas Valduero https://bodegasvalduero.com/\n\n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nThis course explores the mythological and cultural heritage of wine through fashion\, art\, and design. Students will work in interdisciplinary teams to create fashion narratives and proposals that reconnect younger generations with the symbolic and material culture of wine.  \nThe programme combines online conceptual preparation with an immersive mobility week in Madrid\, culminating in a collective fashion show at the Museo del Traje. \n\nConnect students with European heritage through myth and wine culture.\nPromote sustainable and creative fashion practices.\nFoster intercultural collaboration and dialogue.\nEncourage cultural appreciation linked to wine\, tourism\, and the arts.\nOffer students a platform to express their talent and creativity.\nTo foster self-awareness\, emotional expression\, and personal growth through artistic and fashion.\n\n  \nLearning Journey: \nLearning Journey \nThe course follows a blended and progressive learning journey that combines conceptual exploration\, creative practice\, and experiential learning in an international context. \nOnline preparatory phase (April–May 2026)\nDuring the online phase\, students are introduced to the core concepts of the course\, including the mythological and cultural heritage of wine\, sustainability in fashion and design\, and heritage activation through artistic practice. This phase includes inspiration sessions\, case studies\, guided discussions\, and preparatory briefings that support idea development and team formation. Students also begin individual and group research and reflect on initial creative concepts. \nOn-site mobility week (1–5 June 2026\, Madrid)\nThe on-site phase takes place in Madrid and focuses on hands-on\, practice-based learning. Students work in interdisciplinary and international teams in creative workshops\, developing prototypes and artistic proposals under the guidance of academic staff and external stakeholders (Museo del Traje and Bodegas Valduero). The programme includes mentoring sessions\, visits to cultural and heritage institutions\, and collaborative work leading to a collective fashion show at the Museo del Traje. This immersive week encourages experimentation\, teamwork\, and the translation of ideas into tangible outcomes. \nFollow-up and reflection\nAfter the mobility week\, students take part in online reflection and evaluation activities aimed at consolidating learning outcomes. This phase allows participants to reflect on their creative process\, teamwork experience\, and personal development\, as well as to document and communicate the results of their work. \n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nTo connect students with European heritage through wine and myth.\nTo foster intercultural collaboration and dialogue.\nTo promote sustainable and creative fashion practices.\nTo encourage creative expression and entrepreneurship.\nTo foster self-awareness\, emotional expression\, and personal growth through artistic and fashion creation.\nTo offer students a platform to express their talent and creativity.\n\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nAcquire cultural and visual literacy related to wine heritage.\nApply creative methodologies to real-world cultural challenges.\nDevelop soft skills: collaboration\, adaptability\, and self-awareness.\nProduce textile/artistic/fashion proposals grounded in heritage and sustainability.\nCollaborate effectively in international\, interdisciplinary teams.\nPresent their proposals professionally to stakeholders.\nDevelop a personal style and narrative through creative experimentation.\nIntegrate mindfulness and psychological wellbeing practices into artistic and fashion creation.\n\n\nWho Should Apply \nThis course is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students from ACE²-EU partner universities\, particularly those studying or interested in: \n\nDesign\, Fashion\, Visual Arts\, Fine Arts\nArchitecture\, Audiovisual Communication\, Photography\, Cinema\nPsychology\, Humanities\, Cultural Studies\nOr any other field with an interest in creativity\, heritage\, and artistic experimentation\n\nNo prior specific qualifications are required. \n\nRecommended Language Level \nEnglish B1–B2\, as the working language of the course will be English. \n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should apply via the online form: \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/q3vzmDvMEFaWMQMJA \nDeadline for receipt of applications: Interested applicants should submit their application by 2 March 2026 (23:59 CET). Successful candidates will be notified by email.  \nImportant notice: \nParticipation in this Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) is subject to confirmation by the student’s home institution. As funding arrangements may vary\, interested students are advised to contact their University’s International Relations Office for information on eligibility\, funding availability\, and participation conditions before applying. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any questions related to the course\, please contact: \nmi.castro.prof@ufv.es
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/mythology-of-wine-fashion-cultural-heritage-and-artistic-creation/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Virtual Town Hall Meeting: ACE_RISE (Reach\, Inspire\, Serve\, Engage) Volunteer Programmes
DESCRIPTION:The European University Alliance ACE²-EU warmly invites students to participate in a Virtual Town Hall Meeting dedicated to the ACE_RISE (Reach\, Inspire\, Serve\, Engage) Volunteer Programmes. \n📅 Date: 30 March 2026\n🕐 Time: 13:00 (CET)\n🔗 Join here: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84357375037?pwd=GxoWEvuqQ431whAS3wAPHmhNx1Qoeo.1 \nDuring the meeting\, participants will learn about the ACE_RISE Programme and its role within universities and the ACE²-EU Alliance. \n🎤 Presentation of the programme and its role within universities and the ACE²-EU Alliance\nPaula Pinto & Mafalda Ferreira (IPSantarém) \nThe session will also include an opportunity to engage directly with programme stakeholders\, ask questions\, and explore available volunteering pathways. \nLaunched in February 2026\, the ACE_RISE Volunteer Programmes aim to strengthen civic engagement\, solidarity\, and social responsibility across Europe. Students can benefit from short-term international volunteering opportunities\, gaining valuable experience\, developing practical skills\, and contributing meaningfully to society.
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/virtual-town-hall-meeting-ace_rise-reach-inspire-serve-engage-volunteer-programmes/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Miro Whiteboard: A Tool for Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Course Type \nActive Learning e-Pedagogy Schools (ALES) \n  \nDuration & Format \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 2 hours synchronous online session\nOnline component: \n\nDate: 26 March 2026\nTime: 15:00 – 17:00 (CET)\n\n\n\n  \nCertification  \nParticipants who complete the course will receive an official certificate of attendance. \nOrganised by \nLead Institution \nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt (Germany) \nTeaching Staff \nFlorian Beil (THI) \nKatherine Roegner (THI) \n  \nCourse Description  \nEasy and flexible tools are an essential element for collaborating with and between faculty and students in ACE2-EU formats. This ALES workshop highlights the Miro interactive whiteboard\, an innovative space created for collaboration. Participants learn how to use this tool beginning with the basics and progressing to higher-level features that enable them to create or participate in interative on- and offline courses collaboratively\, to conceptualize knowledge visually\, and to aid in international (research) projects. \n  \nLearning Outcomes \n “By the end of the course\, participants will be able to…” \n\nset elements such as sticky notes\, connecting lines\, and frames in the desired place\,\nintegrate other materials (pdf’s\, pictures) into the Miro board\,\nfind innovative solutions for active collaboration.\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for teachers from ACE2-EU partner universities enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programs in any fields. \nWorking Language \nEnglish (recommended level: B1-B2) \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/hdeyV1pYy3NqF9ka8 \n📅 Deadline: 25 March 2026 \n→ A Microsoft Teams calendar invitation will be sent to all registered teaching staff. \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nE-mail: florian.beil@thi.de
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/miro-whiteboard-a-tool-for-collaboration/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:International managers workshops to enhance and improve mobility experiences across ACE²-EU
DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 25-27 March 2026 \nSchedule: on-site in Stip\, North Macedonia \nOrganised by: Goce Delcev University\, North Macedonia \nDeadline for registration: 16 of February 2026 (23:59) \nCertificate of attendance: Yes \n\n Objectives: The objective of participation is to collaborate annually with international alliance managers to develop ways of embedding innovative ACE2-EU activities and practices into the partners’ regular internal operations.\n Target group: International managers and members of EU value team\n Structure & Methodology: Workshop\n Registration and participation: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevaNnYe6EDvZ_8dHoRoV2fLAY5kv9Lbqb3h4QWA0M1DFJHDg/viewform\n Attendance certification: Yes\n\nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organisers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nInternational managers workshops to enhance and improve mobility experiences across ACE2-EU\nLearning/research outcomes: mobility experience\nDeveloped competencies: successful participation\n\n6.Duration: on-site 3 Days \n\n Contact & Coordination\n\nFor any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \nAna Nikodinovska Krstevska (ana.nikodinovska@ugd.edu.mk)\, \nDaniela Koceva (daniela.koceva@ugd.edu.mk)\, \nMartina Nikolovska Krstevska (martina.nikolovska@ugd.edu.mk) \nMilkica Milenkovska (milkica.milenkovska@ugd.edu.mk) \n\n INFOPACK: https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01­/North-Macedonia-Infopack-.pdf
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/international-managers-workshops-to-enhance-and-improve-mobility-experiences-across-ace2-eu/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Stakeholder workshops to enhance and improve mobility experiences across ACE²-EU
DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 23-25 March 2026 \nSchedule: on-site \nOrganised by: Goce Delcev University\, North Macedonia \nDeadline for registration: 16 of February 2026 (23:59) \nCertificate of attendance: Certificate of attendance \n\n Objectives: The objective of participation is to enhance the mobility experience across the alliance by engaging students\, staff\, and other stakeholders in collaborative workshops that gather and apply feedback to support education\, research\, innovation\, and service to society.\n Target group: Stakeholder advisor board and student advisory board\, institutional coordinators and EU value team members\n Structure & Methodology: Workshop\n Registration and participation:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevaNnYe6EDvZ_8dHoRoV2fLAY5kv9Lbqb3h4QWA0M1DFJHDg/viewform\n\nParticipants must attend the full session and contribute to collaborative tasks: Yes \n\n Attendance certification: Yes\n\nA certificate of attendance will be issued by the course organisers upon successful participation. The certificate will list: \n\nStakeholder workshops to enhance and improve mobility experiences across ACE2-EU\nLearning/research outcomes: mobility experience\nDeveloped competencies: successful participation\n\n\nDuration: 3 days on-site\n Contact & Coordination\n\n    For any questions or support related to the course\, please contact: \nAna Nikodinovska Krstevska (ana.nikodinovska@ugd.edu.mk)\, \nDaniela Koceva (daniela.koceva@ugd.edu.mk)\, \nMartina Nikolovska Krstevska (martina.nikolovska@ugd.edu.mk)\, \nMilkica Milenkovska (milkica.milenkovska@ugd.edu.mk) \n8. INFOPACK: https://www.ace2eu.eu/wp-content/uploads/2026/01­/North-Macedonia-Infopack-.pdf
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/stakeholder-workshops-to-enhance-and-improve-mobility-experiences-across-ace2-eu/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Transnational Student Entrepreneurship Traineeship Week 2026  ”Experience\,  Learn\, Build and Connect Beyond Borders”
DESCRIPTION:Course Format: Flavour School delivered by WP3 \nRecommended Background \nStudents are encouraged (but not required) to have completed the Foundation Course:\n“Explore Entrepreneurship Basics: A Beginner’s Journey from Ideas to Action”. \nDuration and Timeline \n\nOn-site contact hours: 30 hrs\nDates: 23-27 March 2026\n\nLocations \nParticipants will travel to one of the following three European destinations\, where they will take part in the on-site activities of the course. \nThe programme will be delivered simultaneously at the three locations\, allowing students to choose the innovation ecosystem that best matches their interests: \nMedical University of Gdańsk (Poland)\nHealth Industry & Sustainability\n→ Ideal for students interested in entrepreneurship within health-related sectors. \nLatvian Academy of Culture (Latvia)\nCreative Industries & Sustainability\n→ Ideal for students interested in entrepreneurship in cultural and creative fields. \n  \nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt (Germany)\nAutomotive Industry & Sustainability\n→ Ideal for students who already have business ideas and want to develop them further. \n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nUpon successful completion of the course\, participants will receive 1 ECTS and a certificate of attendance. \nOrganised by \n\nMedical University of Gdańsk (Poland)\nLatvian Academy of Culture (Latvia)\nTechnische Hochschule Ingolstadt (Germany)\n\n  \nIn collaboration with the Entrepreneurship Academy\, ARIES Incubator. \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nThis programme is open to students from all disciplines and study levels. \nDuring one intensive week\, you will immerse yourself in entrepreneurship through hands-on workshops\, mentoring sessions\, teamwork\, and real-world challenges. You will learn how to transform ideas into action while collaborating with students from different countries\, academic backgrounds\, and innovation ecosystems. \n  \nWhat you can expect: \n\nPractical activities to boost creativity and problem-solving skills\nMentoring from entrepreneurs and innovation experts \nReal-world challenges connected to industry and society\nCollaboration in international and interdisciplinary teams\nA dynamic\, inspiring learning environment beyond the classroom\n\n  \nJoin us to grow your skills and make your ideas happen! \n  \nLearning Journey \n  \n\n\n\nPhase\nWhen\nWhat happens\n\n\n\n\nOnline Kick-off Session\n4 March 2026\nIntroductory online session presenting the course structure\, objectives\, instructors and mentors. Students will learn about the on-site programme\, methodology\, and expected learning outcomes\, and will receive practical information to prepare for the experience.\n\n\nOnsite Entrepreneurship Week\n23-27 March 2026\nOne intensive week at the selected host institution\, including hands-on workshops on design thinking and start-up ideation\, teamwork\, mentoring sessions\, pitching activities\, and interaction with local innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystems.\n\n\nReflection & Follow-up\nEnd of the programme\nGroup reflection activities focused on consolidating learning outcomes\, sharing experiences\, and reflecting on skills developed throughout the programme.\n\n\n\n  \nLearning Objectives \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\n\n\nFrom Idea to Action: Move entrepreneurial ideas from brainstorming to real-world application through hands-on workshops and expert mentoring.\nRefined Business Ideas: Develop and improve start-up ideas or early prototypes with support from peers\, mentors\, and industry stakeholders..\nEssential Entrepreneurial Skills: Strengthen teamwork\, leadership\, communication\, and pitching skills in an international context.\nReal-World Entrepreneurship Experience: Connect academic knowledge with innovation ecosystems\, bridging theory and practice.\n\n\n\nWho Should Apply? \nThis course is open to students from ACE²-EU partner universities\, enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes\, who: \n\nAre interested in entrepreneurship and innovation\nAre considering launching their own company in the future\nAlready have business ideas or want to explore entrepreneurial pathways\n\n  \nStudents from all academic disciplines are welcome. \nRecommended Language Level \nEnglish B1-B2\n(English will be the working language of the course.) \nApplication Process \nInterested applicants should apply via the online form: \n🔗 Apply here: link https://forms.gle/qgjroNhdJRYdHnBM7 \n🗓 Application deadline: 15 February 2026\, 23:59 CET \nApplication Requirements \nDuring the application process\, applicants will be asked to upload the required document directly in the application form\, so please have it ready in advance. \n\nStudents interested in entrepreneurship should submit a one-page motivational letter explaining why they are applying\, their background\, interests\, motivation\, and how this opportunity will support their personal and professional development.\nStudents who already have business ideas should submit a one-page business idea summary\, including (if available) the business name or logo\, company overview\, problem–solution statement\, target market\, key features\, team or contact details\, and any other relevant information.\n\n  \nFurther Information \nFor any questions related to the course\, please contact: Email info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro \n  \nTestimonials :\nhttps://youtu.be/jepG6X-f3DA\nhttps://youtu.be/NI1IVcFJLHQ\nhttps://youtube.com/shorts/qybj55yzY78?feature=share\nhttps://youtube.com/shorts/mLT3N9oEYS4?feature=share\nhttps://youtube.com/shorts/ANSFUCtsnr4?feature=share
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/transnational-student-entrepreneurship-traineeship-week-2026-experience-learn-build-and-connect-beyond-borders/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Learn more about ARIES Incubator Knowledge Creation Missions #4 –Cybersecurity & Digital Sovereignty
DESCRIPTION:Date/Period: 18 March 2026 at 14:00 CET (15:00 Romanian Time)\nLocation: Online\, Zoom\n\nMeeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88226570027?pwd=UBaEI07lrDRPLeBN4kayEPjYQCc4B3.1\n\n\n\n\nOrganised by: Knowledge creation team workshop #4 – Digital Transformation ARC\, University Constantin Brâncusi Târgu – Romania\nCertificate of attendance included : No\nWhat you’ll gain:\n\nIn this session you will be able to\, \n\n✅ Learn more about ARIES Incubator’s vision for Knowledge creation missions\n✅ Your journey through the mission as a researcher\n✅ Build collaboration between researchers & admin staff\n✅ Boost your university’s chances for future funding\n\n\nWho should attend:\n\nResearchers and SMEs/Industry employees working on project ideas that advance Cybersecurity & Digital Sovereignty related to digital rights\, education\, law and technical backgrounds\, etc.\,\nResearchers with ideas that possibly bridging multiple areas through interdisciplinary approaches and relevant to national and cross-border digital challenges\nAdmin staff from project offices familiar with European and national grant funding\n\n\nFor inquiries:\n\nGeneral & Programme related: 📧 ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro\n\n\nSpeakers Information\n\nSpeakers Information \n\n\n\nName: Mircea Scheau\nPosition: President\, Cloud Security Alliance Romanian Chapter\nBio: “Mircea Constantin Șcheau is Ph.D. in Public Order and National Security. Mircea Scheau is author or co-author of several volumes\, one of which ‒ Cybercrime Regarding Financial Transfers ‒ received the “Victor Slăvescu” Prize awarded by the Romanian Academy\, and of over fifty articles related to management\, law enforcement\, critical infrastructures\, information technology\, artificial intelligence\, defense and cybersecurity. Mircea Scheau has served as lecturer in numerous international conferences and is Honorary Associate Researcher at the University of Craiova\, the Maritime University of Constanța\, at Danubius University of Galati and is Member\, inter alia\, of the European Research Institute at Babeș – Bolyai ”University”\n\n\n\n\n\n\nName: Mateusz Guziak\nPosition: PhD student at the First Doctoral School of the Medical University of Gdańsk\, affiliated with the Division of Quality of Life Research at the Faculty of Health Sciences with the Institute of Maritime and Tropical Medicine.\nBio: ” His research focuses on health systems\, medical education\, and cybersecurity in healthcare\, with particular interest in the protection of medical data and the resilience of healthcare institutions to cyber threats. He is the author and co-author of several peer-reviewed publications addressing topics such as primary healthcare workforce challenges\, quality assurance in medical education\, mental health of medical students\, and cybersecurity incidents in the Polish healthcare sector.”
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/learn-more-about-aries-incubator-knowledge-creation-missions-4-cybersecurity-digital-sovereignty/
CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:7th ACEPLORATION – Universidad Francisco de Vitoria (Spain)
DESCRIPTION:Call for Participation \nThe ACE²-EU European University Alliance invites academic staff from partner universities to participate in the 7th ACEploration\, hosted by Universidad Francisco de Vitoria (UFV) during the days 10-11 March 2026. \nThis ACEploration is conceived as a space for academic co-creation and strategic dialogue\, bringing together professors from across the Alliance to design joint learning opportunities and advance innovative educational initiatives with a strong humanistic and societal orientation. \nAbout ACEploration \nACEploration is a flagship initiative of the Applied Programmes and Pedagogy Factory (WP2 – APP Factory) within the ACE²-EU Alliance. \nEach ACEploration: \n\nis hosted by a different partner university\,\nbrings together academic staff from across the Alliance\,\nfocuses on the co-creation of joint learning opportunities\, innovative pedagogical formats and future-oriented academic initiatives.\n\nThe missions are designed as working laboratories\, combining structured dialogue\, interdisciplinary exchange and collaborative academic design. \nObjectives of the ACEploration \nThe main objectives of the ACEploration missions are to: \n\nDevelop and plan joint academic learning opportunities across the Alliance.\nStrengthen institutional and academic collaboration within ACE²-EU.\nSupport the co-creation of innovative pedagogical formats and joint programmes.\nEnhance faculty and student mobility opportunities.\nEngage with societal and external stakeholders to align education with real-world challenges.\nPromote digital and green transition approaches through collaborative learning models.\n\nTheme of the ACEploration \nPurpose-Driven Leadership from a Humanistic\, Professional\, and Interdisciplinary Perspective \nThis ACEploration explores leadership as a transformative force grounded in: \n\npersonal purpose and ethical responsibility\,\nprofessional excellence and real-world impact\,\ninterdisciplinary dialogue and collaboration.\n\nThe theme reflects UFV’s educational model\, which places the person at the centre and understands leadership as a service to society and the common good. \nSubthemes \n\n Personal\, Ethical and Humanistic Leadership\n\n(Humanities\, Education\, Psychology\, Philosophy\, Health Sciences) \nThis subtheme explores leadership from a person-centred and ethical perspective\, integrating: \n\nhuman dignity\, anthropology and professional vocation\,\nself-awareness\, emotional intelligence and character development\,\nethical leadership in professions with direct impact on people (education\, healthcare\, guidance\, accompaniment).\n\nUFV contribution:\nA transversal humanistic foundation that characterises UFV’s educational model and serves as a common axis across disciplines. \n\n Professional and Organisational Leadership in Complex Environments\n\n(Business\, Economics\, Law\, Engineering\, Communication\, Social Sciences\, Arts) \nThis subtheme focuses on leadership applied to organisations and complex systems\, addressing: \n\nleadership in companies\, public institutions and third-sector organisations\,\nstrategic decision-making\, governance and social responsibility\,\nmanagement of multidisciplinary teams\, innovation and digital transformation.\n\nUFV contribution:\nA strong link between leadership\, professional development\, employability and real-world impact. \n\n Leadership for Social Transformation and the Common Good\n\n(International Relations\, Communication\, Education\, Law\, Business\, Social Sciences) \nThis subtheme orients leadership towards social and territorial commitment\, including: \n\nleading projects with social\, educational or community impact\,\ncollaboration with public administrations\, civil society and external stakeholders\,\nglobal leadership\, international cooperation and sustainability.\n\nUFV contribution:\nAlignment with UFV’s institutional mission of service\, social commitment and education for transformation. \nJoint Learning Opportunities and Academic Co-Creation \nDuring this ACEploration\, participants will collaboratively work on the co-creation of joint learning opportunities within the ACE²-EU Alliance\, combining short-term pedagogical innovation with longer-term academic development. \nAcademic staff will be organised into two complementary working groups\, allowing participants to contribute according to their expertise while ensuring tangible and future-oriented academic outcomes. \nThe first working group will focus on the design of microlearning opportunities\, developing short\, flexible and innovative learning formats that respond to emerging educational needs\, foster skills development and support agile academic collaboration across partner institutions. \nThe second working group will concentrate on the academic co-design of Joint Master’s Degrees and Joint PhD programmes. Professors participating in this group will collaboratively develop the academic content of the programmes\, defining the different learning pathways and training itineraries\, as well as thematic specialisations and progression routes. The work will be centred on curriculum design and academic coherence\, drawing on the complementary academic strengths of the partner universities. \nTogether\, these working groups will generate concrete academic outputs that contribute to the consolidation of joint educational offerings within the Alliance. \nExpected Outcomes \nThe expected outcomes of this ACEploration include: \n\nDevelopment of joint learning opportunities.\nStrengthening of academic and institutional collaboration frameworks within ACE²-EU.\nExpansion of faculty and student mobility initiatives.\nFormalisation of academic collaborations that may lead to future joint programmes.\nDocumentation of best practices to support future ACEploration missions.\n\nParticipation Details \n\nEach ACE²-EU partner university is invited to nominate at least two academic staff members.\nParticipants should align their academic expertise with the ACEploration theme and subthemes.\nNominated professors from each institution should collectively cover different subthemes\, avoiding overlap and ensuring diversity of perspectives.\nParticipation requires attendance at all stages of the ACEploration process.\n\nKey Dates \n\nPre-briefing meeting (online): 20 February 2026\nACEploration (on-site at UFV): 10–11 March 2026\nPost-ACEploration review (online): 26 March 2026\n\nCall for Nominations \nPartner universities must submit their nominations by 17 February 2026 via the official registration link. \nAll nominated participants are expected to attend: \n\nthe pre-briefing meeting\,\nthe on-site ACEploration\,\nthe post-ACEploration review meeting.\n\nContact \nFor further information about this ACEploration\, please contact: \n📩 chelo.perez@ufv.es
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/7th-aceploration-universidad-francisco-de-vitoria-spain/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:ARC KCTW Project Showcase #2
DESCRIPTION:Call for Participation\n\nEvent Title: ARC KCTW Project Showcase #2 – “Together for Health – Inspiring Change\,Inspiring Care”: Health on Horizon Translation Medicine\nDate/Period: 4th March 2026 at 12:00 CET\nLocation: Online\, Teams\n\nMeeting Link: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/3810395442224?p=RDrElA6 BtN0GSi8C80\n\n\nOrganized by: ARIES Incubator\n\n\nCertificate of attendance included : No\nWhat you’ll gain:\n\nIn this session you will be able to\, \n\nDiscover Innovative Projects in Health: See applied research and innovation projects inenergy & climate\nExplore Collaboration: Find potential partners for future interdisciplinary projects.\nCelebrate Impact: Witness how research transforms into actionable solutions for health\, climate\, and digital innovation.\nGet Inspired: Hear success stories and take away ideas for your own\n\n\nWho should attend:\n\nResearchers and Industry experts interested in joint project collaboration in energy & climate resilience\n\n\nFor inquiries:\n\nGeneral & Program related:  info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/arc-kctw-project-showcase-2/
CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence Tools for Supporting Teaching and Learning in Higher 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: 26 February 2026\, 12:00–14:00 (CET)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nParticipants who complete the course will receive an official certificate of attendance. \n\nOrganised by: \nLead Institution \nMedical University of Gdańsk (Poland) \nTeaching Staff \nBeata Żołnowska (Medical University of Gdańsk) \nAneta Pogorzelska (Medical University of Gdańsk) \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nThis course introduces academic teaching staff to practical and responsible uses of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools that support teaching\, learning and everyday academic work in higher education. Participants will explore how contemporary AI systems can assist in designing learning activities\, developing course materials\, enhancing student engagement\, streamlining assessment processes and improving their own academic productivity. \nThe course emphasises hands-on experimentation\, critical reflection and authentic academic use cases. It is designed for educators from all disciplines and requires no prior technical expertise. By the end of the course\, participants will have a clear understanding of how to integrate AI meaningfully and ethically into their teaching practice in order to improve learning outcomes and enrich the overall student experience. \n  \nLearning Outcomes \nBy the end of the course\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the core concepts of generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its relevance to teaching and learning in higher education using clear and accessible language.\nUse AI tools to support the creation of educational materials\, such as lectures\, seminars\, summaries\, visual explanations and interactive learning resources.\nCritically evaluate AI-generated content\, identifying its limitations\, potential biases and risks related to accuracy\, ethics and data protection.\nIntegrate AI tools into their own teaching context by designing a small teaching activity or lesson plan supported by AI-generated resources.\n\n\nTarget Group: Teaching Staff from All Disciplines \nThis course is designed for teaching staff from ACE²-EU partner universities\, from all disciplines\, who are interested in exploring innovative and responsible ways of integrating Artificial Intelligence into their teaching practice. It is particularly suitable for educators seeking to enhance active learning\, improve student engagement\, and reflect critically on the pedagogical use of digital and AI-based tools in higher education. \n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/4ZyccKdXgRZsbhgo8 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 25 February 2026 \n→ A Microsoft Teams calendar invitation will be sent to all registered teaching staff. \n \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nEmail dszczesny@gumed.edu.pl
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/artificial-intelligence-tools-for-supporting-teaching-and-learning-in-higher-education/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Palliative Care
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Flavour School \nFlavour Schools are short\, immersive five-day summer or winter schools developed within the ACE²-EU Alliance under the WP2 – APP Factory. They bring together students from across the partner universities for intensive programmes combining academic learning\, experiential workshops\, and collaborative projects.\nEach edition focuses on real-world challenges identified by external stakeholders\, connected to the UN Sustainable Development Goals\, and designed to foster interdisciplinary teamwork\, creativity\, and critical thinking. \nThey aim to promote European values\, intercultural dialogue\, and social responsibility\, empowering students to become agents of positive change in their professional and community contexts. \nIn this context\, the Palliative Care Flavour School will invite students to explore\, through teamwork and applied practice\, how health professionals can respond to end-of-life needs with empathy\, ethical reflection\, and interdisciplinary collaboration\, fostering a deeper understanding of holistic and compassionate care. \nDuration and Timeline:  \nCourse components and contact hours: 25 hours on-site theorical practice ; Workshop\, seminars \n\nOn site component: 23 – 27 February 2026\, Period of Time  (FROM MONDAY TO FRIDAY)\n\nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 1 ECTS credit and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \nInstituto Politécnico de Santarém (Portugal ) Instituto Politécnico de Santarém \n\nLígia Eduarda Pereira Monterroso  (IP Santarém)\nMaria José Nogueira (IP Santarém)\nIsilda Ferreira (IP Santarém)\nMarta Rosa (IP Santarém)\nHelena Caseiro (IP Santarém)\nGoce Delcev University (Macedonia)\nDaniela Baklioska (GDU)\n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\nSantarém City Council\nPalliative Care Unit\nLeziria Local Health Unit (Sónia Malaca; Yahia Abuowda)\n\nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“Palliative Care (PC) is a holistic\, active health care that seeks to improve the quality of life of patients and their families/caregivers by preventing and alleviating suffering\, through early identification\, diagnosis and appropriate treatment of pain and other problems\, whether physical\, psychological\, social or spiritual (WHO). \nThey are integrated care\, provided by an interdisciplinary team and are based on ethical principles and advance care planning\, so they do not anticipate or prolong the dying process. \nThey actively involve family members/caregivers in crisis prevention\, empowering and supporting them in grief\, in a personalized way\, for adults and children\, as needed. \nIn PC\, the person is considered as the axis of care\, with active participation in communication and decision-making processes\, ensuring respect for their autonomy\, opinions\, values and rights”. \n  \nCourse Description: \nProvide a more structured explanation of the course\, dividing it into its main components: \n\nOn-site sessions:\n\nDuring the onsite week\, participants engage in an integrated learning experience that combines theoretical input\, problem-based learning (PBL)\, and cooperative group work. The programme progressively moves from understanding the principles and scope of palliative care to exploring its practical\, ethical\, and communicative dimensions. Early sessions introduce the philosophy of palliative care\, the needs of patients and families\, and the functioning of palliative care units. As the week advances\, participants work collaboratively on cases addressing symptom management\, communication with patients and families\, and ethical decision-making in end-of-life situations. The course concludes with activities focused on teamwork and interdisciplinarity\, where participants reflect on their learning outcomes and share insights through collective discussion and a cultural exchange moment. \nFollow-up / reflection: During this week\, group activities will be proposed so that students can interact with each other\, discuss topics\, and present to the other participants in class. Course evaluation will be based on attendance at the proposed activities and completion of a satisfaction questionnaire. \n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \n\nDescribe and understand the care to be provided to the person and family in the last days/hours of life;\nKnow and understand the basic aspects of communication with people at the end of life;\nIdentify problematic and frequent situations in communication with end-of-life people and their families;\nDevelop a critical analysis and reflect on complex situations from an ethical point of view in palliative care;\nValuing interdisciplinarity teamwork in palliative care.\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nApply informational knowledge and\nUnderstand and describe the care needed for patients and families in the last days/hours of life;\nShow basic skills in communication at the end of life;\nRecognize common challenges in communication with patients and families;\nCritically reflect on complex ethical issues in palliative care;\nValue and engage in interdisciplinary teamwork in palliative care\n\nWhich students would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for students from ACE2-EU partner universities: \n\nAny area\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in caring for patients and families at the end of life\, improving communication skills\, understanding ethical issues in palliative care\, and working as part of an interdisciplinary team \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/BQ29LgJeXaF5ku158 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 5 December 2025 \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to successful applicant (an acceptance letter will be sent by the host institution and will include program registration details) \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: \nEmail: ligia.monterroso@essaude.ipsantarem.pt
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/palliative-care/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Culture Traineeship Programme for Staff
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Staff traineeship WP4 \nThis course is designed as an immersive professional traineeship experience aimed at higher education staff who wish to strengthen their intercultural\, communicative\, and student-support competences within an international context. It combines on-site experiential learning\, collaborative activities\, and reflective practice\, enabling participants to engage directly with colleagues from across the ACE²-EU Alliance. \nParticipants will work through real institutional scenarios\, explore inclusive and intercultural approaches\, and exchange good practices that enhance the quality of support services and staff–student engagement across diverse cultural settings. The traineeship emphasises peer learning\, co-creation\, and hands-on application\, offering a structured yet flexible environment for skill development and cross-institutional collaboration. \nUltimately\, this course type fosters a community of practice that empowers staff to apply innovative\, student-centred\, and culturally responsive strategies within their home institutions while contributing to the wider mission of a more inclusive\, connected\, and internationally engaged European university ecosystem. \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 20 hrs. onsite + 7 hrs. independent and group work\nOn-site component: 23-26 FEBRUARY 2026 ( it will take place: MADRID\, Spain)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn sucessful completion of the course participants will receive 1 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \n  \nOrganized by: \nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria  (SPAIN) Lead and Host Institution \nAlessia Tressoldi (UFV) \nLatvian Academy of Culture (LATVIA)  \nIeva Zermite (LKA) \nFH KÄRTEN – University of Applied Sciences (AUSTRIA)  \nGerlinde Koppitsch  (CUAS) \n  \nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course \nName of the Stakeholder TBD \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nCourse Description:\n“The Culture Traineeship Programme for Staff supports the mission of the ACE²-EU Alliance by promoting intercultural understanding\, inclusion\, and social engagement across its member institutions. It aims to strengthen staff competences and institutional capacity by developing intercultural and communication skills\, enhancing mutual knowledge among the nine universities\, improving support for international students\, and fostering inclusive and internationalised practices. The programme also seeks to build a sustainable cross-institutional network for collaboration and knowledge exchange\, encourage reflective leadership\, and empower staff to act as change agents within their institutions—ultimately contributing to a more connected\, empathetic\, and innovative European higher education community.” \nOnsite sessions:  \n\nThe onsite component of the programme consists of a structured and immersive mobility week designed to provide participants with a combination of theoretical input\, experiential learning\, collaborative exercises\, and engagement with local stakeholders. The training takes place from 23 to 26 February in Madrid\, and integrates seminars\, workshops\, problem-based activities\, mentoring sessions\, and cultural visits.\nThroughout the week\, participants engage in interactive theoretical sessions introducing core concepts related to internationalisation\, intercultural communication\, inclusion\, and multicultural dynamics across the ACE²-EU Alliance. These sessions are complemented by Problem-Based Learning (PBL) activities in which participants work collaboratively to analyse and address real intercultural dilemmas drawn from academic and administrative contexts. The learning experience is further enriched through guided discussions\, group dynamics\, and reflective exercises\, enabling participants to explore diverse cultural and professional perspectives within the alliance.\nThe programme includes practical activities that encourage the application of theoretical insights to real scenarios\, as well as mentoring moments where facilitators support critical reflection\, provide feedback\, and help participants connect the content of the training with their institutional responsibilities. In addition\, stakeholder engagement sessions—including visits to cultural or academic institutions in Madrid—allow participants to contextualise intercultural and ethical challenges within real organisational and societal environments.\nThe onsite week also incorporates cultural activities and local visits\, strengthening participants’ understanding of the regional context\, promoting intercultural awareness\, and fostering a cohesive learning community. By combining academic input\, experiential methodologies\, and community engagement\, the onsite sessions provide a comprehensive and transformative learning environment aligned with the pedagogical principles and values of the ACE²-EU Alliance.\n\n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nBy the end of the course\, staff members will be able to: \n\nDevelop staff competence in intercultural communication\, enabling effective interaction with students and colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds.\nIncrease awareness of partner cultures and alliance dynamics\, fostering mutual understanding and smoother collaboration across the nine universities.\nEnhance staff ability to support international students\, particularly those at risk of cultural exclusion\, by promoting inclusive practices and tailored support initiatives.\nEmpower staff to act as change agents within their institutions\, transferring acquired knowledge and practices to their departments and generating a multiplier effect.\nStrengthen institutional frameworks for internationalisation\, embedding inclusive approaches into everyday operations\, governance structures\, and student services.\nBuild a sustainable cross-institutional network\, where trained staff exchange experiences\, resources\, and innovations to advance intercultural learning.\nFoster reflective practice and leadership competences\, encouraging participants to design\, implement\, and evaluate initiatives aligned with the alliance’s mission and values.\n\n  \nWhich staff member would find this course useful for them? \nThis course may be suitable for staff members from ACE2-EU partner universities from WPs: WP2\, WP4 and WP6. \nRecommended Language Level : \nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English \nApplication Process: \nEach university will nominate four staff members and send the list by 9 January 2026 to the following address: ace2eu@ufv.es \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: ace2eu@ufv.es
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/culture-traineeship-programme-for-staff/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Virtual Coffee #23
DESCRIPTION:Copyright\, Media Responsibility and Audiovisual Regulation in the Digital and Social Media Environment \nVirtual Coffee is an online discussion format designed to bring together anyone interested in the evolving digital media ecosystem. In a relaxed yet professional setting\, we explore how regulations\, ethics\, and storytelling intersect in today’s online environment. \n📅 Event details \n\nDate: 18 February\nTime: 14:00 (CET)\nFormat: Online (Zoom)\nParticipation: Free of charge\n\n  \n🔗 Zoom link:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88226570027?pwd=UBaEI07lrDRPLeBN4kayEPjYQCc4B3.1 \n\n🎙 Speakers & topics \nCristian FLORESCU \nHead of International Relations Department\nThe Romanian Copyright Office (ORDA) \nCristian Florescu will address international copyright rules and frameworks\, focusing on how they apply to digital and social media. His intervention will cover: \n\nKey international copyright principles\nRights and obligations of content creators and media organizations\nChallenges of copyright enforcement in the online environment\n\nIgor STOJANOV \nEditor in Chief – Radio & TV Department \nIn his presentation\, “Creating content online: AI doesn’t build trust\, but stories do”\, Igor Stojanov will explore: \n\nThe growing role of AI in content creation\nWhy technology alone cannot replace credibility and trust\nThe importance of storytelling\, editorial responsibility\, and authenticity\nHow media professionals can balance innovation with ethical standards\n\n  \n💬 Why attend? \nParticipants will gain: \n\nA clearer understanding of copyright and audiovisual regulation in the digital space\nPractical insights for responsible content creation\nPerspectives on how AI can support\, but not replace\, human-centered storytelling\nThe opportunity to engage in discussion and exchange ideas with experts
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/virtual-coffee-23/
CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Call for Registration – Call for Registration – AI for Society & Smart Governance
DESCRIPTION:• Date: 18–20 February 2026\n• Location: In person at the Goce Delcev University\, Stip\, North Macedonia\n• Organised by: The Digital Transformation\, Applied Research and Innovation Centre and the ARIES Incubator\n• Registration deadline: 7 January 2026\, 23:59 CET\nRegistration link: \nhttps://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScOxam_YyRiUVt_pO2h_reSE7GsOKfySN1tBlEqo9Bs005mNA/viewform \n• Certificate of attendance included. Yes \nObjectives:\n– Empower participants with the practical skills needed to apply for EU-funded projects (e.g. Horizon Europe) by combining research and administrative expertise.\n– Strengthen and develop the thematic focus and regional reach of the three existing Applied Research Centres (ARCs).\n– Build bridges between ARCs by addressing interdisciplinary or cross-cutting themes that promote cooperation across the alliance’s research domains. \nWhat you’ll gain:\n– Learn how to apply for EU projects (e.g. Horizon Europe)\n– Build collaboration between researchers and admin staff\n– Boost your university’s chances of securing future funding\n– Be part of the ACE²-EU Alliance \n• Who should attend: \n• Researchers and SME/industry employees working on project ideas that advance AI\, smart governance\, cybersecurity related to AI\, law related to AI\, etc.\, possibly bridging multiple areas through interdisciplinary approaches\n• Administrative staff from project offices who are familiar with national grant funding \nFor enquiries\, please contact:\nGeneral and programme-related enquiries: info.ariesincubator@e-ucb.ro\nEvent-specific enquiries: \nAleksandra Mileva: aleksandra.mileva@ugd.edu.mk
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/call-for-registration-call-for-registration-ai-for-society-smart-governance/
CATEGORIES:Staff Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Active Aging in Urban Environments: Overcoming Barriers to Physical Activity
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: Applied Blended Challenge (ABC) Programme \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nCourse components and contact hours: 25 hrs synchronous online\, 35 hrs onsite \, 15 hrs independent and group work\nOnline component: 9 – 20 February 2026\, Europe/Madrid (UTC+1)\nOn-site component: 23 – 28 February 2026 (Madrid\, Spain)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance \nOrganised by: \nUniversidad Francisco de Vitoria (Spain ) Lead and Host Institution \n\nJorge Acebes Sánchez  (Universidad Francisco de Vitoria)\n\nSantarém Polytechnic University (Portugal) \n\nNuno Pimenta\n\nCarinthia University of Applied Sciences (Austria) \n\nMichael Suppanz\n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \n\nQuirón Salud- Olympia\n\n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \n“This course explores how urban environments shape the health and well-being of older adults\, with a special focus on barriers that limit physical activity. Through online preparation and an intensive onsite week in Madrid\, students will work in interdisciplinary teams to identify real-world challenges faced by older adults and co-create practical solutions. The programme combines theory\, fieldwork\, and collaboration with healthcare professionals\, making it an excellent opportunity for students interested in active aging\, urban health\, and applied problem-solving.” \n  \nCourse Description: \nProvide a more structured explanation of the course\, dividing it into its main components: \n\nOnline sessions:\n\nStudents are introduced to the core concepts of active aging\, the role of physical activity in later life\, and how urban environments shape health. Online work includes short readings\, interactive sessions\, group discussions\, and preparatory tasks (e.g.\, stakeholder mapping and barrier-scoping exercises) to prime teams for the onsite challenge \n\nOn-site sessions:\n\nDuring the mobility week\, students immerse in a real-world challenge: identifying barriers to physical activity among older adults in urban settings and co-creating feasible strategies. Activities include stakeholder interviews\, field visits\, teamwork workshops\, and design-thinking labs. By Day 5\, teams pitch their solutions to a panel of experts and stakeholders. \n\nFollow-up / reflection:\n\nTwo to three weeks after the onsite week\, student teams from each participating country will be invited to present a short project developed in their local context. This follow-up activity allows participants to apply the knowledge and methods acquired during the programme to their own environments\, adapting proposed solutions to local needs. In addition\, students will receive consolidated feedback from faculty and stakeholders\, and complete a reflective activity on skills and competencies developed throughout the course. \n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: \n\nIdentify and analyse key barriers that prevent older adults from engaging in physical activity in urban contexts.\nApply problem-solving methodologies such as design thinking to develop feasible interventions.\nCollaborate effectively in interdisciplinary and multicultural teams.\nCommunicate solutions persuasively through written proposals and oral presentations.\nReflect critically on the relationship between health\, urban environments\, and aging.\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\nHealth Sciences (Medicine\, Nursing\, Physiotherapy\, Public Health\, Sports Sciences)\nSocial Sciences (Psychology\, Social Work\, Public Policy)\nUrban Studies and Architecture\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\nActive and healthy aging\nPhysical activity promotion\nUrban health and social innovation\nInterdisciplinary teamwork and problem-solving\n\n\nRecommended Language Level :\n\nMinimum B2 level of English\, as the course requires active participation in discussions\, teamwork\, and presentations.\n\n\n\nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.gle/BQKminiRdyhUcKJaA \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 15 November 2025 \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to successful applicants on the day of month year (an acceptance email 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: \nj.acebes.prof@ufv.es
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/active-aging-in-urban-environments-overcoming-barriers-to-physical-activity/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Invitation | Virtual Coffee no. 22
DESCRIPTION:The ACE²-EU Alliance warmly invites you to a new edition of Virtual Coffee\, an online event designed to encourage open dialogue\, knowledge exchange\, and meaningful connections across our European university community. \n  \n☕ Virtual Coffee no. 22 \nTopic: Influencers Under Regulation: Shaping Transformation and Social Impact \n📅 Date: 28 January 2026\n⏰ Time: 14:00 CET\n💻 Format: Online (Zoom)\n🎟️ Participation: Free of charge \n🔗 Join the event via Zoom:\nhttps://us06web.zoom.us/j/88226570027?pwd=UBaEI07lrDRPLeBN4kayEPjYQCc4B3.1 \n\n🎤 Guest Speaker \nAona Antara Calistru\nAudiovisual Inspector at the National Audiovisual Council of Romania\, the regulatory authority in the field of audiovisual media services. \nWith over 20 years of experience in mass media\, marketing\, and advertising\, Aona Antara Calistru is a specialist in audiovisual communication and a dedicated media literacy trainer. Alongside her regulatory work\, she actively supports media education workshops that promote critical thinking and responsible media consumption among young people\, teachers\, and adults. \n\n💬 Why attend? \nParticipants will explore how influencers shape public discourse and social transformation\, the role of regulation in the digital space\, and the impact of online content on society—all in an informal and interactive setting. \nWe look forward to welcoming you to this engaging Virtual Coffee session and to sharing ideas across borders and disciplines.
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/invitation-virtual-coffee-no-22/
CATEGORIES:Events & Meetings,Staff Opportunities,Student Opportunities
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SUMMARY:Designing Social Good: Bridging Sustainability and Project Management
DESCRIPTION:Course Type: BIP \n  \nDuration and Timeline:  \n\nContact hours: 4 hrs synchronous online\, 26 hrs on-site\n\n\n\nOnline component: 8 and 15 May 2026\, 14:00 Time zone: GMT+00 (Western European Time)\nOn-site component: 25-29 May 2026 (it will take place: SANTARÉM\, Portugal)\n\n  \nAward\, Credits and Certification  \nOn successful completion of the course\, participants will receive 3 ECTS credits and a certificate of attendance. \n\nOrganised by: \nName of the University (Country) Lead and Host Institution \nSantarém Polytechnic University – IPSantarém\, Portugal \n\nName of the University (Country)  \nIrene Ciccarino; Santarém Polytechnic University – IPSantarém \nAustra Ciša and Elizabete Palasiosa; Latvian Academy of Culture (LAC)\, Latvia \nAmalia Venera Todoruț; University Constantin Brâncusi Târgu-Jiu (UCB)\, Romania \nStefanie Wrobel; Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt (THI)\, Germany \n\nExternal stakeholders that will be involved in the course: \nPM4NGOs \nLocal NGOs \n  \nCourse Description and Learning Objectives \nWhat if your university experience could help you design real solutions for a more sustainable world? This Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) brings together students from different countries and disciplines to explore how project management can transform sustainability and social good into tangible action. Working in multicultural teams\, you help create social impact by addressing this real question: What are the challenges and benefits of establishing a local PM4NGOs Hub\, and what advantages can it offer to universities\, NGOs\, and communities? Using a problem-based methodology rooted in design thinking\, you will analyse real-world contexts\, identify problems\, and co-create practical\, sustainability-driven solutions. This BIP equips students with knowledge and tools to foster purpose and meaning in any career\, expanding perceptions of social good. It encourages understanding of how effective project management drives innovation\, resilience\, and sustainable impact. Together\, we can make the world better — one project at a time. \n  \nCourse Description:\n \n\nOnline sessions: There will be two online sessions\, each lasting 1\,5 hours. This session will cover online (e.g.\, introduction to key concepts\, group discussions\, preparatory work). Include indicative dates.\n\nFirst Welcome section: Acexperience + Presentation of teachers\, programme and venue. Design thinking methodology explanation. Introduction to key concepts such as sustainability\, social good and project management. Digital activity applying the concepts.\nSecond Case Study Presentation: Presentation of PM4NGOs by its executive director\, explanation of the challenge\, Q&A to prepare for on-site sessions.\n\n\n\n\nOn-site sessions: Students will be welcomed in Portugal at the Faculty of Management and Technology of Santarém Polytechnic University. After the opening ceremony\, teams will be formed\, and the countries serving as the challenge context will be chosen. During the BIP\, students from across the alliance will work in multicultural teams to explore how and why a Hub could be implemented in their country. The challenge is structured into three parts: 1) context analysis\, 2) identifying real problems\, and 3) designing practical solutions using core project management tools such as the triple constraint\, stakeholder mapping\, cost–benefit analysis\, risk assessment\, and theory of change. It is a hands-on method in which the teacher mentors the learning process. Each day\, students will attend brief lectures introducing tools and concepts relevant to the challenge. Teachers will be available to mentor teamwork. By Friday\, teams must organise their materials to participate in a fair open to the community\, where they will present their ideas. The best team will be chosen by popular vote and teacher assessment\, with recognition at the closing ceremony.\nFollow-up / reflection: Students will fill out an online Diagnostic survey in advance of the first online meeting to help develop tools and lectures that support their learning. In the last 0n-site day\, they will also answer an online perception survey to highlight what they have learned and their satisfaction with the BIP.\n\n  \nSpecific learning objectives include: \nKnowledge & Understanding: \n\nUnderstand key concepts of project management: triple constraint\, stakeholder mapping\, cost–benefit analysis\, risk assessment\, and theory of change.\nRecognise the Social Good concept in driving sustainability-oriented impact.\n\nSkills: \n\nAutonomy in learning and decision-making.\nProblem-solving applying creative and design thinking.\nApply project management tools to design feasible and sustainability-aligned solutions.\nWork collaboratively in multicultural teams to make evidence-based decisions.\nCommunicate project proposals visually through structured outputs (Context → Problem → Solution posters).\n\nAttitudes: \n\nDevelop intercultural sensitivity\, collaborative work\, and ethical awareness.\nValue the importance of professional project management skills as a driver of sustainable actions.\n\n\nBy the end of the course\, students will be able to: understand the fundamentals of project management and social good\, while also applying sustainability in practice. \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\n\n\nAny student interested in sustainability and purpose-driven development\nStudents interested in developing skills to work in multicultural teams\nStudents interested in developing design thinking skills\n\n\n\n\nThis course may be suitable for those who have an interest in: \n\n\n\nBusiness and management\nSustainability\nProject management\nSocial economy (NGOs\, social networks\, social movements)\nSocial sciences\n\n\n\n\n\nRecommended language level:\n\nBasic to intermediate level of English (B1-B2)\, as the working language will be English\n\n\n\n\nImportant notice: \nParticipation in this Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) is subject to confirmation by the student’s home institution. As funding arrangements may vary\, interested students are advised to contact their University’s International Relations Office for information on eligibility\, funding availability\, and participation conditions before applying. \n  \nApplication Process: \nInterested applicants should \n🔗 Apply here: https://forms.office.com/e/xKzXbUqvU7 \nDeadline for receipt of applications: 20 February 2026  \nA notification of acceptance to participate will be sent to successful applicants \n  \nFurther Information \nFor any further information or queries related to the course\, please contact: irene.ciccarino@esg.ipsantarem.pt
URL:https://www.ace2eu.eu/event/designing-social-good-bridging-sustainability-and-project-management/
CATEGORIES:Student Opportunities
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