The European Reform University Alliance and the European University Viadrina (ERUA)

ERUA Launches Call for Interuniversity Educational Innovation Projects

ERUA is calling for innovative and experimental projects in the field of education at its member universities – such as traveling seminars, intensive courses or summer schools. Selected projects can be supported with travel costs, the deadline for submissions is June 10 at 12 noon. Help shape the future of innovative, high-quality education throughout Europe and apply for the program! If you have any questions or suggestions, please contact local Coordinator for Innovative Learning & ERUA Campus Monika Stekowski at stekowski@europa-uni.de.

Become an ERUA Student Ambassador!

Аre you ready to make waves in the European student community? ERUA is a vibrant network of universities which allows students from different cultural backgrounds to become part of a shared European experience. In this network of reform universities, students are empowered to question and transform our institutions, and to create a new vision for higher education. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to be a part of a vibrant, fun, and colourful international student community. Apply by May 30 and become an ERUA Student Ambassador for one year!

The Young Forum for Action on Sustainability and Climate Change on May 20–21!

ERUA is pleased to announce the programme for the upcoming Young Forum for Action on Sustainability and Climate Change. The event, co-created by students from across ERUA member universities, will take place on May 20 and 21. Bringing together diverse perspectives, the forum aims to develop a joint policy paper with actionable recommendations for sustainability within higher education institutions. Participants are invited to join engaging discussions, enjoy cultural activities, and connect over coffee and lunch breaks.

Save the Date: ERUA Research Week

Young researchers who want to build an international network and advance their careers should make a note of the date of the second ERUA Research Week: It will take place at European University Viadrina in Frankfurt (Oder) from 16 to 20 June 2025. You can register now until 19 May.

ERUA Management Committee met in Brussels

Three colleagues from Viadrina were present when the Management Committee of the European Reform University Alliance (ERUA) met from 11 to 13 March 2025 at the Brandenburg State Representation of the EU in Brussels. The meeting focussed on the further development of the Alliance and the shared vision for higher education in the future.

Promoting European research collaboration - ERUA research meeting at Viadrina

From 26 to 28 February 2025, the European University Viadrina hosted representatives from all universities of the ERUA Alliance for a central meeting to promote research collaboration. Participants of the Research Support Network and the Research Working Group (WP3) came together to shape a common vision: strengthening interdisciplinary and international research and expanding the exchange of resources within the Alliance.

One year ERUA at Viadrina

On Thursday, December 12, 2024, the European University Alliance ERUA celebrated its anniversary. In addition to a diverse online program with live streams from all partner universities, the event at Viadrina included an expert breakfast, an internal team workshop, and a reception for the ERUA community.

First ERUA magazine by students is online

On ERUA Day, 12 December 2024, the first issue of the ERUA magazine "Catch-up" was published. It was developed by students and aims to showcase talents, ideas and stories from the ERUA network. News, opinions, research articles and much more provide an insight into what is going on among ERUA students and what has been achieved so far.

Management and coordination

Innovative teaching and learning pathways

Research clusters

ERUA Campus

Social change in the region

Social entrepreneurship

Student engagement

Communication and digitalisation