Last week, the members of the EELISA Governing Board gathered to take stock of the Alliance’s achievements during its first two years of the roll-out phase of the alliance and to chart the next steps for its expansion, consolidation, and long-term sustainability. Building on discussions held during their previous meeting in Paris, board members revisited progress, examined alignment with evolving European policy priorities, and…
Innovation, collaboration, and a forward-looking approach to education are at the heart of EELISA Communities. Across the Alliance, these groups are shaping transformative learning experiences that connect students, educators, and society in meaningful ways. This edition of the EELISA Joint Call targeting EELISA Communities received 22 high-quality submissions, reflecting the dedication, creativity, and collaborative efforts…
Sustainable development and climate protection are among the most pressing challenges of our time. In response, the United Nations adopted the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in 2015, providing a global framework for action. At the European level, the commitment to building sustainable and resilient societies and economies has become a strategic priority, with the green…
As part of EELISA’s ongoing effort to amplify student voices and foster meaningful, hands-on communication experiences, EELISA launched the EELISA Student Reporter initiative. These students have been selected to take part in various multicultural exchange experiences, covering key events across the Alliance, and bringing fresh perspectives to our community. Within the framework of EELISA Days,…
Starting Monday, 17 of November, the halls of ITU will be buzzing with activity as members of the EELISA Governing and Executive Boards, EELISA Student Council, staff representatives, and work teams come together under one roof. More than 130 participants will take part in this important onsite gathering marking key steps towards “EELISA 3.0.” ,…
As a student representative for the European Engineering Learning Innovation and Science Alliance (EELISA) at Istanbul Technical University, I had the privilege of representing our alliance at the European Universities Student Ambassador Forum (EUSAF) 2025, hosted by the SGH Warsaw School of Economics in Poland. The experience went far beyond a typical conference, it was…
Artificial Intelligence is rapidly changing not just how we work, but how we learn, think, and understand the world. But how do we adress that? At Scuola Superiore Sant’Anna in Italy, project manager Rossella Raso hosts Ethos vs Tekhnè, a conversation that brings together two young researchers — Sara Mazzucato, PhD student in Biorobotics, and…
For the fourth consecutive year, the Alliance is proud to celebrate EELISA Days: a month full of activities, events, lectures, and more! Whether you’re a member of the staff, an academic, or a student, there’s always something waiting for you. Building on the success of the 2022, 2023, and 2024 editions, this year’s EELISA Days…
Exciting news for students across the EELISA Alliance: the EELISA Student Career Ambassador Programme (EE-CAP) is now launching. This innovative initiative offers students the chance to become EELISA Ambassadors, gaining hands-on experience and developing essential career skills. Beyond personal growth, participants will help build vibrant networks connecting students, alumni, employers, and partner institutions, creating opportunities that…
How can universities foster more inclusive and adaptive learning environments? Since the Bologna Process of 1998, European universities have shared a framework that supports mobility, accessibility, and competitiveness on a global scale. Programs like Erasmus+, which has benefitted over 16 million participants since 1987, have strengthened a sense of European citizenship. Yet inclusion remains a…