NEWS & EVENTS

Dr. Enda Howley, Head of the School of Computer Science at the University of Galway, shares his journey from Galway to leading European collaborations through the ENLIGHT alliance. In this interview, he reflects on his path into computer science, the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence in his career, and the unique opportunities ENLIGHT creates for meaningful partnerships across institutions.

Discover his insights on international collaboration, academic networking, and the future of education and research within ENLIGHT - link.

As part of our joint effort Greening ENLIGHT Universities, we are launching The Carbon Countdown: How do we Budget for a Sustainable Future?

This and many other aspects will be discussed at the first ENLIGHT Webinar on "Carbon Budgeting and Pricing Systems", taking place on 17 September 2025, 14:00 - 16:00 CET. Three experts will share their insights:

As part of our joint effort Greening ENLIGHT Universities, we are launching The Carbon Countdown: How do we Budget for a Sustainable Future?

This and many other aspects will be discussed at the first ENLIGHT Webinar on "Carbon Budgeting and Pricing Systems", taking place on 17 September 2025, 14:00 - 16:00 CET. Three experts will share their insights:

It’s a bright Monday morning. Outside summer is still clinging on, but for some students, vacation is over. One by one, they show up at the fourth iteration of the ENLIGHT course Innovation Game at Uppsala University. Two weeks of developing games to address global health challenges are waiting. Uppsala University ENLIGHT coordinator Jonathan Schalk tags along for part of the course.

Dr. Oleksandra Khalaim, ENLIGHT Blended Intensive Programme coordinator and researcher at Uppsala University, is reimagining higher education. By bringing serious games, theatre methods, and international collaboration into the classroom, she shows how innovative teaching can spark the mindset shifts needed to tackle today’s biggest global challenges. Click here and read more!

In the latest edition ofFaces of ENLIGHT, we meet Anna Pilková, Professor and Head of the Department of Strategy and Entrepreneurship at Comenius University Bratislava.

Are you passionate about human rights and curious about how authoritarianism is reshaping Europe? Don’t miss the second edition of the Online School on Human Rights, running from 26 August to 2 October 2025.

Meet Clara Potié, a neuropsychology student from Bordeaux, who shares her inspiring journey through the ENLIGHT European University alliance. From participating in a unique ENLIVE virtual exchange to embracing multidisciplinary and student-led learning, Clara highlights how ENLIGHT broadened her academic horizons and international experience. Read the full interview to discover her reflections and advice for future participants!

🎓 Final winners to be revealed at the Teaching & Learning Conference in Uppsala!

As we approach the 5th ENLIGHT Teaching & Learning Conference in Uppsala (8–10 October 2025), we are proud to present the student-led initiatives nominated for this year’s Diversity & Inclusion Award and Sustainability Award.