Global University Network for Innovation (GUNi) is pleased to announce the 2nd edition of the Barcelona Summer School on Higher Education Policy and Management - Training Professionals to Lead Innovate Institutions, which will take place on June 3-6, 2025, at the Hub Social (Barcelona, Spain). This Summer School aims to train profession...

From 19 to 21 March, YERUN Leaders, Coordinators, the YERUN Board, and the YERUN Brussels Office gathered in Rijeka for the YERUN Spring General Assembly, kindly hosted by the University of Rijeka. As YERUN celebrates a milestone year, the gathering provided an ideal opportunity to bring our community together for three days of insightful discussions, collaborative exchanges, and strategic reflection in the vibrant setting of Rijeka. The General Assembly officially...

The University of Rijeka and Lürssen Design Centre Kvarner / Maritime Centre of Excellence are proud hosts of the Third European Forum, dedicated to the ‘City of Future’ theme. At a time when cities are becoming key global actors – home to more than half of the world's population and drivers of economic development – they are also increasingly facing growing social inequalities. Gentrification, rising housing costs, and the exclusion of vulnerable groups are pressing challenges for the future of urban life....

Revolutionising hydrogen education starts with a bold action. The University of Rijeka, one of the partners in the North Adriatic Hydrogen Valley (NAHV) project, is proud to be shaping the future of clean energy by integrating cutting-edge research, industry collaboration, and innovative learning pathways. At the forefront of this transformation, UNIRI is leading the launch of the first micro-credential programme and a Macro-Regional Competence Centre for Hydrogen Research. Hrvoje Marušić, Project ...

H.E. Mrs. Wendy Dorman-Smith, Madam Ambassador of Ireland to the Republic of Croatia, visited the UNIRI Rectorate on Thursday, 6 March, accompanied by Mr. Bernard Vrban, Public Relations Officer at the Irish Embassy. On behalf of the Rector, Prof. Snježana Prijić-Samaržija, Ph.D., the distinguished guests were welcomed by Prof. Senka Maćešić, Ph.D., Vice-Rector for Digitalisation and Development, Prof. Lado Kranjčević, Ph.D., Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, and Assoc. Prof. Aidan O’Malley, Ph.D., from the Department of English Language an...

The signing ceremony for the Cooperation Agreement between the Community Health Centre of the Primorje-Gorski kotar County and the University of Rijeka, namely the Faculty of Speech and Language Pathology, was held on Monday, March 3 at the UNIRI Rectorate. These two organisations will work together on implementing the “UNILOG u Domu zdravlja” programme (UNILOG at the Community Health Centre) that focuses on making speech therapy more accessible to Rijeka’s citizens. The agreement was signed by: the Di...

The Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA), the first European affairs research network based in Brussels, invites all interested students to apply for this year's Academy on EU Equality and Anti-Discrimination Policy. This five-day immersive seminar will take place in person in Brussels between 2 and 6 June 2025. The first four days will feature a programme of expert lectures, panel debates, and visits to key EU institutions. Dedicated sessions for analysis and discussion within the group will take place th...

Join us and shape the world you want to live in! Applications are now open for YUFE’s Joint Bachelor in Urban Sustainability Studies starting in academic year 2025/2026!  This programme is your chance to contribute to positive change in European urban developmen...

Annyonghaseyo! Hello! King Sejong Institute (KSI) Rijeka is happy to inform all potential applicants - all UNIRI students and employees and Rijeka citizens - that the registrations for the first 2025 semester are now open! The spring semester will start on March 3 and finish on June 21 (15 weeks). This semester, KSI Rijeka offers regular Korean courses (Sejong Korean 1A/1B/2A/2B/3A/3B), as well as one special cour...

You and Europe Scholarship Programme, conducted by the Alfred Toepfer Stiftung F.V.S. in cooperation with the German National Academic Foundation (Studienstiftung des deutschen Volkes) invites all students to apply for the scholarship! The scholarship is aimed at European students who wish to complete their entire master's programme at a German university and have a strong interest in European exchange.

With the last days of January, the University of Rijeka officially joined another world network, the Age-Friendly University Global Network. After months of preparing the application, rigorous procedure, and assessment, the University of Rijeka joins AFU-GN as the 20th member institution in Europe, as the first and only Croatian university in the Network. This wonderful achievement was shared with the public by the Rector, Prof. Snježana Prijić-Samaržija, Ph.D., ...

The Gender Equality Council of the University of Rijeka has opened a Call for “Awards and Recognitions for the Development and Promotion of Gender Equality at the University of Rijeka” for 2024. The Call places special emphasis on works, initiatives, and activities that promote and/or contribute to the improvement of gender equality at the University, following the criteria set out in the Rulebook on awarding prizes for the development and promotion of gender equality at the University of Rijeka (

Ready to make an impact on the future of cities and rural areas? The Young Universities for the Future of Europe (YUFE) Alliance just launched an exciting opportunity for you to dive into urban sustainability like never before. Join us and shape the world you want to live in! Applications are now open for YUFE’s Joint Bachelor in Urban Sustainability Studies starting in academic year 2025/2026!

New call of the Ludovika Scholars Program for international guest lecturers is published by the Ludovika University of Public Service. The aim of the Ludovika Scholars Program is to provide citizens of the University with the opportunity to exchange ideas with Central and Eastern European academics, researchers, and experts, and to enable visiting lecturers to learn about the work of scholars at the University as well as to develop stronger relationships with their academic p...

Blue Europe, a Franco-Luxembourgian-Polish think tank focused on fostering connections between Western, Central, and Eastern Europe, is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 “Denis de Rougemont” contest. The contest encourages scholarly exchanges and deepens understanding between Western and Central-Eastern Europe (CEE). It is open to all EU/EEA Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral students and recent graduates who obtained their degree in 2024. This year’s competition honours Denis de Rougemont (19...

H.E. Mr. Qi Qianjin, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Republic of Croatia, visited the UNIRI Rectorate on Monday, 9 December 2024, where he graced the annual meeting of the Croatian-Chinese Friendship Society Rijeka (HKDPR). The Ambassador was welcomed by the members of the Society, its President Ante Simonić, as well as the Rector of the University of Rijeka, Prof. Snježana Prijić-Samaržija, Ph.D., and the Vice-Rector for Science and Arts, Prof. Gordan Jelenić, Ph.D. The memb...

Are you driving innovation in Open Science at your YERUN institution? Here’s your chance to shine! YERUN is delighted to launch the fourth edition of the YERUN Open Science Awards, a unique opportunity to celebrate and reward inspiring Open Science initiatives. The YERUN Open Science Awards recognise the pioneering efforts of individuals and teams across the YERUN network in advancing Open Science practices. These awards highlight impactful proje...

Today marks the launch of CONNECT by YERUN, an innovative digital platform developed by the University of Southern Denmark and YERUN - Young European Research Universities Network - to foster collaboration among its member institutions. Following a successful introduction to researchers over the summer and a dedicated presentation for research managers in autumn, the platform is now fully open to all YERUN members, making it easier than ever to connect, collaborate, and innovate within the YERUN comm...

H.E. Mrs. Daniela Mihaela Cămărășan, Ambassador of Romania to the Republic of Croatia, visited the University of Rijeka on 26 November 2024, accompanied by Mrs. Ştefania Carmen Florea, Deputy Head of Mission and Minister Counsellor. On behalf of the UNIRI Rector, Prof. Snježana Prijić-Samaržija, Ph.D., the esteemed guests were welcomed by Prof. Gordan Jelenić, Ph.D., Vice-Rector for Science and Arts, and Prof. Senka Maćešić, Ph.D., Vice-Rector for Digitalisation and Development.

The third mission of universities is becoming an essential part of higher education, highlighting the growing need for developing and improving collaboration between academic and local communities. From the start, the YUFE Alliance has been evolving into a truly socially responsible European university, a mission reflected in most YUFE activities. Local communities and partners are integral to the YUFE Alliance, and the desire for meaningful and concrete collaboration with these communities was the main motivation be...

On behalf of our friends and colleagues at Aromas Itinerarium Salutis: The European Route of Historic Pharmacies and Medicinal Gardens, we are pleased to invite you to join the upcoming online seminar scheduled for 27 November 2024 from 13:00 to 14:00 (CET), dedicated to the Call for Membership 2024-2025. This is a pivotal opportunity to engage with potential entities and institutions interested in joining the European Route of Historic Pharmacies and Medicinal Gardens.

Representatives of Ningbo University of Technology (NBUT) visited the University of Rijeka on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, where they were welcomed by the Rector, Prof. Snježana Prijić Samaržija, Ph.D., together with several Vice-Rectors: Prof. Gordan Jelenić, Ph.D., Prof. Saša Zelenika, Ph.D., and Prof. Marta Žuvić, Ph.D. The six-member Chinese delegation consisted of: – Mr. Shao Qianjun, NBUT President,– Mr. Wu Hao,...

Young Universities for the Future of Europe alliance (YUFE) is opening a new Skills of the Future Programme which offers different Managing Complexity courses open for all citizens.  As part of the Managing Complexity program, the Faculty of Economics and Business of the University of Rijeka offers the International Marketing course, ideal for anyone who wants to improve their marketing s...

The YERUN Research Mobility Awards (YRMAs) return with a refreshed approach for the 2024-2025 edition, offering opportunities for impactful research collaborations across the YERUN network. Whether you’re an early-career or mid-career researcher, these awards are designed to support innovative and interdisciplinary partnerships. What’s new in 2024-2025? This year’s edition introduces three major updates that reflect our commitment to fo...

YERUN university students are invited to explore how to apply AI in lifelong learning education. Participants will dive into the transformative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in reshaping education, particularly in the context of professional long-life learning courses. What to Expect? Participants will take part in tailored training sessions on AI, exploring its key features and the broader impact it can have on digital education....

The University of Konstanz hosted this year's autumn YERUN General Assembly, gathering official representatives and coordinators from 21 YERUN members. From October 9 to 11, YERUN members discussed the future of European research and education, funding opportunities, and upcoming research priorities and policies in light of Ursula von der Leyen's Political Guidelines for the next European Commission 2024-2029. On the first day of the three-day meeting, YERUN members were welcomed by Prof. Dirk Leuffen

Join the YUFE Academy in celebration of the European Researchers’ Night and learn about the latest developments in the world of science. Exciting topics such as multilingualism, brain function, artificial intelligence, the world of scents, and much more await you. The YUFE Academy offers a series of events open to all interested citizens, students, and staff. It includes lectures, workshops, discussions, and other activities held online or in-person, in English or in the local...

From September 17 to 19, 2024, the University Centre for Foreign Languages at Nicolaus Copernicus University (NCU) in Toruń hosted a three-day workshop titled "Lifelong Learning in the Times of VUCA“. This workshop was part of the Copernican Integration Network (COIN2) project, funded by the National Agency for Academic Exchange (NAWA) as part of the "Solidarity with Ukraine" program. Alongside two representatives from the University of Rijeka, participants included representatives from partner universities in the...

The Centre for Urban Transition, Architecture and Urbanism - DeltaLab of the University of Rijeka is pleased to announce the CALL for the enrollment of the second generation of the University Specialist Study Programme in Urban Studies at the University of Rijeka for the academic year 2024/2025. All information about the Study Programme, requirements, enrollment procedure, and tuition fees can be found in the

Representatives of the China Energy Engineering Group Jiansgu Power Design Institute Co., Ltd. (JSPDI) visited the University of Rijeka on Friday, July 12 to discuss the possibilities of cooperation in the field of green energy, sustainability, green transition, and renewable energy sources. The guests were welcomed by the UNIRI Rector, Prof. Snježana Prijić-Samaržija, Ph.D., and Vice-Rector for Digitalization and Development, Prof. Senka Maćešić, Ph.D. The University's cooperation with Chinese universities and HE institutions has always been strong due to person...