The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, as a partner of the EC2U Alliance – European Campus of City-Universities, offers the opportunity to participate in the Annual Conference of the Virtual Institute for Quality Education (VIQE) for four members of the UAIC academic community.

The conference brings together researchers from EC2U member universities on interdisciplinary topics related to biases in language and culture. Contributions are encouraged from fields such as linguistics, discourse analysis, intercultural communication, psychology, cultural and literary studies, social and political sciences, as well as law, with the aim of stimulating interdisciplinary dialogue and outlining a common theoretical and methodological framework.

Participation in this event offers UAIC researchers valuable opportunities for academic visibility and for strengthening collaborations within the EC2U Alliance.

Eligibility Criteria

Candidates can be members of the UAIC academic community who cumulatively meet the following conditions:
• Hold an active research position within UAIC (teaching staff, researchers, or PhD students);
• Their research activity falls within at least one of the conference’s thematic areas mentioned in the registration form;
• Submit a proposal for an original contribution (abstract for oral presentation or poster).

Selection Timeline

• March 2026 – Launch of the call for applications
• April 27, 2026 – Deadline for submitting applications
• April 30, 2026 – Internal selection and communication of results
• September 1–3, 2026 – Conference dates

📌 Application deadline: April 27, 2026 📩 Registration form: https://forms.gle/rYJnV3eYcXE8nKtC9 📩 For further information, please contact the local EC2U coordinators at: ec2ulocalcoord.iasi@uaic.ro
The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași (UAIC) launches the call for the selection of 3 students to participate in the EC2U Summer School “AI in Health and Medical Technology”, organized in person at the Johannes Kepler University (JKU) in Linz, Austria, from September 22 to 24, 2026. The event is aimed at students interested in the intersection of health and new technologies, offering an introduction to emerging applications of artificial intelligence in the medical field. Participants will explore the technological dimension as well as the sociological and legal implications of using AI in healthcare systems.

An Interdisciplinary and International Experience

The EC2U Summer School proposes an integrated approach that combines theory with practical applications, facilitating the transition from passive learning to solving concrete problems. Activities are designed to develop interdisciplinary competencies, the ability to work in multicultural teams, and essential communication skills. Additionally, participants will benefit from career guidance sessions and intercultural exchange opportunities within an international academic setting. The event is organized in collaboration with the EC2U Virtual Institute for Health and Well-being (GLADE), coordinated by UAIC, and brings together members of the EC2U Work Package board.

Eligibility Criteria

UAIC students enrolled in bachelor’s, master’s, or doctoral studies may apply if they:
  • demonstrate an interest in fields such as health, artificial intelligence, and medical applications;
  • possess English language skills of at least B2 level;
  • are proactive, organized, and interested in collaborating in international environments.

Application Process

Registration is completed by filling out the online form available here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSevMkQsKxcVZvdtQsLXEmNx8UEUEWz3pwSKsBzxfsDBvfEFBg/viewform?usp=header Deadline: June 30, 2026 The selection will take into account:
  • the level of English language proficiency;
  • the candidates’ motivation.

Selection Timeline

  • March 5 – June 30, 2026: submission of applications
  • July 6, 2026: announcement of results (via email)
  • July 13, 2026: finalization of travel formalities
Selected candidates will be invited to complete an additional registration form.

Financial Support

Participation is funded by EC2U project funds as follows:
  • travel: up to 296 euros;
  • accommodation: maximum 4 nights x 126 euros/night;
  • subsistence: maximum 5 days x 93 euros/day.

Event Program (Draft)

Day 1 – September 22, 2026
  • AI in Medicine
  • Guided tour of Linz
Day 2 – September 23, 2026
  • Medical Devices
  • Biomaterials Science
  • Sports activities and campus tour
Day 3 – September 24, 2026
  • Patient Care
  • Healthy Society and Governance
  • Laboratory visits and excursion to Pöstlingberg mountain
For further information regarding the event and travel formalities, interested parties may contact the organizing team at: ec2ulocalcoord.iasi@uaic.ro

The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași is pleased to invite academic staff and researchers from EC2U partner universities to participate in a dedicated staff week: Erasmus+ Project Writing Incubator, hosted in Iași.

Designed for colleagues who are ready to move from the brainstorming stage to a competitive proposal, this initiative goes beyond the format of a traditional seminar. It is envisioned as a true community of practice, providing the structured time, collaborative environment, and expert guidance necessary to finalize ongoing Erasmus+ applications for the 2027 call.

The main objective of the program is to support participants in creating and managing high-quality KA2 proposals that directly contribute to the EC2U mission and strengthen European inter-university cooperation.

Participants will benefit from:

  • Dedicated and structured writing time

  • Peer collaboration within the EC2U network

  • Targeted feedback and expert support

  • A results-oriented environment focused on finalizing proposals

Key Information

  • Objective: Developing and managing high-quality KA2 proposals aligned with the EC2U mission

  • Format: Structured writing sessions, peer collaboration, and feedback

  • Capacity: 30 participants (maximum 4 per EC2U university)

  • Selection: On a “first come, first served” basis

Registration

The registration form is now open, and interested staff are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

  • Deadline: March 18, 2026

  • Registration: via the online form here

A detailed agenda and practical information will be shared with all registered participants at the appropriate time.

The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași launches a call for applications for student mobilities within the EC2U European University Alliance, to participate in the EC2U Forum in Turku: Shaping European Futures through Quality Education, organized by the University of Turku (Finland), from May 18–21, 2026.

Number of available places

📌 7 places for UAIC students.

Mobility Funding

Mobilities are funded by the EC2U project and include:

  • ✈️ Travel reimbursement up to 296 euros;

  • 🏨 Accommodation: maximum 5 nights x 126 euros/night;

  • 🍽️ Subsistence: maximum 6 days x 93 euros/day.

Eligibility Criteria

Students meeting the following cumulative conditions may apply:

  • are enrolled in full-time studies at UAIC (Bachelor, Master, or PhD) in the 2025–2026 academic year;

  • are not in their final year;

  • can prove English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level;

  • have been involved in activities relevant to the EC2U Forum themes;

  • can actively contribute to activities on themes such as:

    • equitable and inclusive learning;

    • digital transformation;

    • active European citizenship;

    • sustainability;

    • lifelong learning;

    • innovation and entrepreneurship;

    • education for peace and resilience;

    • employability;

    • multilingualism and interculturality;

    • mental health in higher education.

Selection Criteria and Scoring

The evaluation of eligible applications will be based on the following criteria:

  • Motivation for participation in the EC2U Forum in Turku, relative to the event theme (Shaping European Futures through Quality Education), presented in English in the application form – 40 points;

  • First participation in EC2U activities – 10 points;

  • Previous experience and proposals for active contribution within student activities (debates, workshops, working groups), on one of the following themes:

    1. Equitable, inclusive, and accessible learning for all;

    2. Digital transformation and the future of learning;

    3. Education for active European citizenship;

    4. Sustainability in higher education;

    5. Lifelong learning and future skills;

    6. Innovation and entrepreneurship in higher education;

    7. Education for peace and resilience;

    8. Supporting employability and integration through education;

    9. Multilingualism and intercultural learning;

    10. Supporting mental health and well-being through education,
      presented in English in the application form – 50 points.

📊 In the event of equal scores, the tie-break will be based on the grade point average of study years or the admission average (for first-year students).

Application File

The file will include:

Selection Timeline

  • 🗓 February 9 – March 6, 2026: online submission of applications;

  • 📢 March 10, 2026: announcement of results (via e-mail);

  • ✅ March 12, 2026: confirmation of participation by selected students;

  • ✍️ March 16 – April 30, 2026: completion of travel formalities.

Selection Committee

Selection will be carried out by the EC2U project management team.

Are you a PhD student at UAIC looking to expand your professional network internationally, develop your leadership skills, and contribute to the European Campus community? The EC2U Alliance is looking for motivated candidates to join the organizing team of the GLADE (Good Health and Well-being) and VISCC (Sustainable Cities and Communities) doctoral networks. This is a unique opportunity to work alongside peers from eight other European universities to design and implement activities dedicated to the EC2U Alliance’s PhD student network. Under the guidance of the local coordination teams of the EC2U GLADE and VISCC Virtual Institutes within UAIC, you will have a direct role in shaping the academic and professional future of doctoral researchers. Key Responsibilities As a member of the organizing team, you will collaborate with international partners to:
  • Design and implement activities: You will help organize webinars, summer schools, and workshops dedicated to the GLADE and VISCC networks.
  • Encourage collaboration: You will facilitate networking sessions between PhD students from various disciplines related to health and well-being (social sciences, life sciences, etc.), as well as sustainable cities and communities.
  • Communication: You will promote GLADE and VISCC initiatives within UAIC and across the entire EC2U Alliance.
  • Strategic contribution: You will provide the students’ perspective on the development of the EC2U Virtual Institutes (GLADE and VISCC).
Why join the team?
  • International exposure: You will work directly with PhD students and professors from Poitiers, Iași, Jena, Pavia, Coimbra, Turku, Salamanca, Linz, and Umeå.
  • Skills development: You will gain experience in international project management, event organization, and scientific communication.
  • Certification: You will receive official recognition from the EC2U Alliance for your contribution to the network.
  • Impact: You will play an essential role in building a sustainable European research community for PhD students focused on health, well-being, and sustainable cities.
Who we are looking for We are looking for PhD students enrolled at UAIC who:
  • Are passionate about the themes: Health and Well-being and/or Sustainable Cities and Communities.
  • Have a good level of proficiency in English.
  • Are proactive, organized, and eager to work in multicultural environments.
  • Can dedicate approximately 2-4 hours per week for team meetings and coordination.
Registration Interested candidates must complete the application form by February 5, 2026. Contact: ec2ulocalcoord.iasi@uaic.ro, daniela.soitu@uaic.ro; sfical@yahoo.com
The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, a member of the European Campus of City Universities (EC2U) alliance, invites UAIC students to participate online in the “Challenge-Based Learning” webinar, organized by Johannes Kepler University (JKU) Linz. ​ This interactive session brings together educators, innovators, and practitioners from the 9 EC2U universities to explore best practices in Challenge-Based Learning (CBL), a central approach within the Innovation Hub (under Work Package 9), which supports entrepreneurship, innovation, and Living Labs. ​ The webinar will present examples of CBL activities carried out in EC2U universities, best practices, and ideas for student involvement in such initiatives.​
  • Date: Friday, January 16, 2026
  • Time: 12:00–14:00 (Romanian time)
  • Format: online, via Zoom (the link will be sent after registration)​
  • Working language: English
Participation is open to all UAIC students interested in challenge-based learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and involvement in EC2U projects.​ Students can register by filling out the form available HERE.
  • Registration deadline: January 15, 2026, 15:00 (Romanian time).
The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, through the EC2U Alliance, invites students, academic staff, and everyone interested in linguistic education and multilingualism to participate online in the hybrid lecture and exhibition „MehrSPRACHigkeit sichtbar machen!” („Making Multilingualism Visible!”), organized by Johannes Kepler Universität Linz (Austria).​ The event will take place on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, between 15:00–20:00 (Romanian time), in a hybrid format: at JKU Linz and online, via the Zoom platform (the connection link will be sent after registration). The lecture and exhibition address themes related to multilingualism, linguistic diversity, and innovative approaches in language teaching, in line with EC2U’s commitment to Sustainable Development Goal 4 – Quality Education.​ Registration is particularly encouraged from:
  • academic staff involved in teaching foreign languages or Romanian as a foreign language;
  • specialists and students interested in multilingualism, intercultural education, and teacher training;
  • teams working on projects or initiatives related to linguistic diversity and educational inclusion.​
The full program of the event and the registration form are available on the official event page, HERE.​
On April 20, 2026, within the “European Campus of City-Universities” (EC2U Alliance), of which the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași is a member, the 2nd EC2U Mentoring Webinar for PhD Students will take place: “Bridging Academia & Industry”. The event aims to connect PhD students from STEM fields with professionals who have completed doctoral studies and transitioned from academia to industry/business, through mentoring discussions about professional development, skills, and career opportunities. More details can be found by accessing the following link: https://www.jku.at/en/ec2u/all-events-mobilities/2026-ec2u-mentoring-webinar-bridging-academia-and-industry/

Discover the courses offered by EC2U universities for the next semester

Between December 10, 2025 – January 12, 2026, you can enroll in EC2U Lifelong Learning courses for the second semester of the current academic year. These courses are offered by the universities within the EC2U Alliance (European Campus of City-Universities), selected by the EC2U Lifelong Learning WP8 subgroup and made available to students.

Characterized by an interdisciplinary approach and anchored in an international dimension, Lifelong Learning courses support the development of transversal competencies and soft skills required by the labor market, essential for facing the changes shaping our society. Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) within the UN 2030 Agenda are among the themes addressed, each being integrated into the course curricula. Specifically, the Lifelong Learning offer focuses on themes that inspire the Alliance, such as Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3), Quality Education (SDG 4), Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11), and Peace, Justice, and Strong Institutions (SDG 16).

Choose your courses and enroll

At this link you can consult the list of available courses, which are offered either in English or in the language of the organizing university. Some courses take place online (real-time or on-demand), while others take place in person at the participating universities. Students can follow online courses offered by other EC2U partner universities as extracurricular activities.

In the case of physical participation – depending on each student’s academic regulations – courses can be included in the Erasmus+ Learning Agreement or can be followed during mobility periods at the partner university offering them.

Important: for in-person courses, there are currently no grants or mobility funds available to cover transport or accommodation costs at the host universities. Therefore, participation is limited to students who are already at the university offering the course.

The workload and number of credits may vary. Depending on the internal regulations of each university, courses may be offered free of charge or may involve a reduced fee.

How to enroll

Enrollments are open between December 10, 2025 – January 12, 2026. EC2U students can register and select their courses by completing this form.

For more details about the enrollment process, please consult the guide available at this link.

This procedure applies exclusively to enrollment in courses offered by universities other than the student’s home institution. For courses offered by the home university, students must follow the procedures and deadlines established internally by their own institution.

Contact

For any questions, please write to: llc.ec2u@unipv.it

CALL FOR SELECTION: EC2U MOBILITIES within the EC2U European Universities project (https://ec2u.eu/) Linguistic and cultural diversity: European dynamics and intercontinental entanglements University of Jena, March 24 – 26, 2026 NUMBER OF PLACES: 3 FUNDING, from EC2U project funds, up to a limit of 1265 EUR:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 296 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 126 euros/night
  • Maximum 5 days subsistence x 93 euros/day
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTION: PhD students enrolled at UAIC:
  • With research topics in the fields of: multilingualism, multiculturalism, diversity, discrimination, linguistic minorities, less widely taught languages, intercultural competences, foreign language teaching, post-migratory societies, globalization, postcolonialism, cosmopolitanism, literary and media representations of linguistic and cultural diversity, as well as other research relevant to the general theme Linguistic and cultural diversity: European dynamics and intercontinental entanglements.
  • Available to present their research results during the event.
  • With a minimum B2 level of English proficiency.
SELECTION CRITERIA AND SCORING APPLIED IN THE EVALUATION OF ELIGIBLE CANDIDACIES:
  • Proposals must highlight innovative approaches, interdisciplinary perspectives, or new trends relevant to the themes mentioned above – presented in the application form (50 points).
  • Letter of motivation – presented in the application form (50 points).
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FILE: To evaluate compliance with the above conditions, the application file will include:
  1. Completed online application form (EC2U_WORKSHOP JENA);
SELECTION TIMELINE:
  • December 02, 2025 – January 05, 2026: online submission of application files
  • January 09, 2026: announcement of results (via email);
  • January 12, 2026: confirmation of participation from selected persons;
  • January 12, 2026 – February 27, 2026: travel formalities.
SELECTION COMMITTEE: the EC2U project management team
The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași (UAIC) launches, within the European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U) Alliance, a call for applications for international mobilities, dedicated to UAIC PhD students in the fields of Educational Sciences and Modern Languages. About the program The EC2U mobility program is addressed to PhD students enrolled at the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași (UAIC) who wish to carry out a mobility within the European Campus of City-Universities Alliance, with research activities aligned with the areas of interest of the Virtual Institute for Quality Education (VIQE). VIQE Research Themes:
  • Development of innovative digital pedagogies;
  • Professional training for teaching staff within a Digital Education lab;
  • Interdisciplinary research on Quality Education — UNSDG#4 approach;
  • Linguistic policies and research on linguistic and cultural diversity;
  • Other topics related to quality education.
Objective and Duration of the Mobility Objective: Promoting collaboration and creating research groups through study visits, initiation of joint projects, and joint publications with experts from EC2U partner universities. Number of mobilities: 8 mobilities to EC2U partner universities. Duration: 12 days (10 activity days + 2 travel days). Implementation period: November 2025 – June 15, 2027. General Eligibility Conditions PhD students enrolled at UAIC who meet the following conditions may apply:
  • Have a high level of proficiency in English (min. B2);
  • Hold an invitation letter from a faculty member/doctoral supervisor from one of the 8 EC2U partner universities specifying:
    • the purpose of the mobility (research, initiation/writing of joint projects/publications);
    • the research theme, which must be related to specific VIQE fields.
Specific Eligibility Conditions In addition to the above, the candidate must:
  • Be able to carry out the research activities for the entire duration of the mobility project;
  • Be able to publish the research results and/or present them in scientific journals and/or at dedicated conferences or workshops.
Funding Maximum grant: 1547 EUR, covering travel, accommodation, and meal costs.
  • Travel: 296 EUR
  • Accommodation: 63 EUR/night
  • Subsistence: 46.50 EUR/day
Obligations Selected PhD students commit to:
  • Becoming active members of the EC2U VIQE PhD Network;
  • Writing an evaluation report within one month of completing the mobility, in accordance with the obligations stipulated in the application form, and sending it via e-mail to: ec2u@uaic.ro;
In cases where the mobilities lead to the publication of scientific articles, PhD students are requested to mention the EC2U support by adding the following paragraph: “This work has been partially supported by the EC2U Alliance and its Erasmus + Grant Agreement n° 101124589-EC2U”. Submission of Application and Evaluation Criteria Interested eligible PhD students, after obtaining the invitation letter from a faculty member/doctoral supervisor from one of the other 8 EC2U partner universities, are invited to complete the application form available at the following link: https://forms.gle/Bew8WLKQAcB7LjfM6 Applications will be evaluated by a committee consisting of members of the UAIC EC2U project coordination team at the end of each calendar month. The maximum evaluation score is 100 points, and the evaluation criteria include:
  • Compliance with the objectives of the mobility program (40 points);
  • Previous participation in funded research/development/innovation projects in the field of Quality Education (20 points);
  • Previous publications relevant to the mobility (20 points);
  • Existing or initiated collaborations with researchers from other EC2U universities (10 points);
  • Member* of the EC2U VIQE PhD Network (10 points).
Priority will be given to applications aimed at initiating joint publications and/or projects. Candidates will be admitted in descending order of the score obtained, until the number of available mobilities is exhausted. Candidates who do not cumulatively meet the eligibility conditions will be declared rejected. *PhD students who cumulatively meet the following conditions can become members of the EC2U VIQE PhD Network:
  • are enrolled at UAIC;
  • have participated in at least one activity or event carried out by VIQE;
  • show a high interest in the themes addressed by the Virtual Institute and EC2U’s work in this field.
The European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U) alliance is an academic consortium consisting of 9 long-standing universities from different regions of the European Union: “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, University of Pavia (Italy), University of Poitiers (coordinator, France), University of Coimbra (Portugal), University of Salamanca (Spain), University of Turku (Finland), “Friedrich Schiller” University of Jena (Germany), “Johannes Kepler” University of Linz (Austria), and Umea University (Sweden). The EC2U Virtual Institute for Quality Education (VIQE) is one of the strategic initiatives of the EC2U Alliance, dedicated to promoting excellence, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration in the field of education. VIQE brings together two main components: VIQE-ES (Educational Sciences) carries out activities that support innovative digital pedagogies, continuous training, as well as the organization of seminars and webinars for students, researchers, and innovators. VIQE-ML (Modern Languages) facilitates educational exchanges and cooperation between EC2U partner universities, promoting linguistic and cultural diversity. Activities include the development of research projects, conferences, traveling exhibitions, and hybrid lectures dedicated to lifelong learning. Through this structure, the Virtual Institute for Quality Education (VIQE) contributes to the development of a European academic space dedicated to quality education and supports mobility and training opportunities for the EC2U university community.

The EC2U Alliance is organizing the webinar “Digital Health Day: Empowering health promotion in the digital era. Shaping a healthier future” on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at 15:00 (Romanian time).

This webinar will present various perspectives on digital health promotion. During the webinar, you will have the opportunity to:

  • Explore innovative digital solutions for promoting mental health through conversational health agents;

  • Learn about the requirements and benefits of transferring preventive care services to digital channels;

  • Discover how the Feel & Play app supports the development of children’s emotional skills;

  • Participate in discussions with experts in digital health promotion and exchange ideas regarding future applications.

Presentation Topics:

A conversational agent for mental health promotion
Prof. Anna Axelin, Department of Nursing Science, University of Turku

What are the requirements and benefits of transferring preventive care services to a digital channel?
Timo Kuisma, CIO, Coach4Pro

The Feel & Play app for supporting children’s emotional skills
Dr. Maija Salokivi, postdoctoral researcher, University of Turku

Registration for the webinar can be done by completing the form.

The EC2U Alliance is organizing the webinar “Erasmus+ KA2 Funding Opportunities” on Thursday, November 20, 2025, between 17:00 and 18:00 (Romanian time). Now in its second edition, the event is open to all academic staff from EC2U universities, associated partners, as well as anyone interested in exploring ways to make the most of the Erasmus+ Program for international collaboration projects. During the session, experts from the EC2U Erasmus+ Joint Projects Task Force will share practical recommendations on the best ways to access and utilize Erasmus+ KA2 funding within the EC2U network. The webinar also represents an opportunity to discover how Erasmus+ can support academic mobility, new initiatives, and collaborative projects aimed at creating connections, developing partnerships, and stimulating innovation, in line with the common mission of the nine EC2U universities. The registration form for the webinar is available here: https://unipv-it.zoom.us/meeting/register/gxF7OrCdRtSCr7VJpzuhJQ#/registration
The European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U) Alliance is an academic consortium consisting of 9 long-standing universities from different regions of the European Union: “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, University of Pavia (Italy), University of Poitiers (coordinator, France), University of Coimbra (Portugal), University of Salamanca (Spain), University of Turku (Finland), “Friedrich Schiller” University of Jena (Germany), “Johannes Kepler” University of Linz (Austria), and Umea University (Sweden). The EC2U Virtual Institute for “Sustainable Cities and Communities” (VISCC) is one of the Alliance’s Virtual Institutes and combines education, scientific research, and innovation for advanced studies on the urban environment. About the program The EC2U mobility program is addressed to PhD students enrolled at the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași (UAIC) who wish to carry out a mobility within the European Campus of City-Universities Alliance, with research activities aligned with the areas of interest of the Virtual Institute for “Sustainable Cities and Communities” (VISSC). VISSC Research Themes:
  • Sustainable reuse of buildings
  • Energy efficiency and sustainability at the urban scale
  • Provision of clean and sustainable energy
  • Local energy communities and energy networks
  • Legal and socio-political dimensions of urban sustainability
  • Sustainable urban governance
  • Reducing the adverse effects of natural disasters
  • Geospatial modeling in the urban environment
  • Urban environment and population health
  • Detection and reduction of urban heat island effects
  • Heat waves and thermal comfort in cities
  • Indoor environmental quality
  • Green infrastructure
  • Nature-based solutions
  • Waste management
  • Other subjects related to sustainable cities and communities
Objective and Duration of the Mobility Objective: Promoting collaboration and creating research groups through study visits, initiation of joint projects, and joint publications with experts from EC2U partner universities. Number of Mobilities: 8 mobilities to EC2U partner universities. Duration: 12 days (10 activity days + 2 travel days). Implementation Period: November 1, 2025 – June 15, 2027. Eligibility, funding, and obligations General eligibility conditions PhD students enrolled at UAIC who meet the following conditions may apply:
  • Have a high level of proficiency in English;
  • Hold an invitation letter from a faculty member/doctoral supervisor from one of the 8 EC2U partner universities specifying:
    • the purpose of the mobility (research, initiation/writing of joint projects/publications);
    • the research theme, which must be related to specific VISCC fields.
Specific eligibility conditions In addition to the above, the candidate must:
  • Demonstrate the implementation of research activities for the entire duration of the mobility project;
  • Aim for the publication of research results and/or present them in scientific journals and/or at dedicated conferences or workshops.
Funding Maximum Grant: 1547 EUR, covering travel, accommodation, and meal costs.
  • Travel: 296 EUR
  • Accommodation: 63 EUR/night
  • Subsistence: 46.50 EUR/day
Obligations Selected PhD students commit to:
  • Becoming active members of the EC2U VISCC PhD Network;
  • Writing an evaluation report within one month of completing the mobility, in accordance with the obligations stipulated in the application form, and sending it via e-mail to: ec2u@uaic.ro;
In cases where the mobilities lead to the publication of scientific articles, PhD students are requested to mention the EC2U support by adding the following paragraph: “This work has been partially supported by the EC2U Alliance and its Erasmus + Grant Agreement n° 101124589-EC2U”. Submission of Application and Evaluation Criteria Interested eligible PhD students, after obtaining the Invitation Letter from a faculty member/doctoral supervisor from one of the 8 EC2U partner universities, are invited to complete the application form available at the following link: https://forms.gle/6jWFZGDCmGuDMGnh9. Applications will be evaluated by a committee consisting of members of the UAIC EC2U project coordination team at the end of each calendar month. The maximum evaluation score is 100 points, and the evaluation criteria include:
  • Compliance with the objectives of the current mobility program (40 points);
  • Previous participation in funded research/development/innovation projects in the field of Sustainable Cities and Communities (20 points);
  • Previous publications relevant to the mobility (20 points);
  • Existing or initiated collaborations with researchers from other EC2U universities (20 points);
  • Member* of the EC2U VISCC PhD Network (10 points).
Candidates will be admitted in descending order of the score obtained, until the number of available mobilities is exhausted. Priority will be given to applications aimed at initiating joint publications and/or projects. Candidates who do not cumulatively meet the eligibility conditions will be declared rejected. *PhD students who cumulatively meet the following conditions can become members of the EC2U VISCC PhD Network:
  • are enrolled at UAIC;
  • have participated in at least one activity or event carried out by VISCC;
  • show a high interest in the themes addressed by the Virtual Institute and EC2U’s work in this field.

EC2U PhD Network
Online Workshop: AI TOOLS IN SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH

We are pleased to invite doctoral students to register for an online workshop organized by the EC2U Virtual Institute for Sustainable Cities and Communities, focused on the use of artificial intelligence tools in scientific research.

In an era where artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the research landscape, this workshop offers a practical perspective on how you can develop useful skills to understand the role of AI in your research journey. Whether you are conducting literature reviews, interpreting complex datasets, or communicating results to a broader audience, AI tools are becoming indispensable — but their careful and informed application is necessary.

Date: November 10, 2025
Time: 12:00 – 15:00 (Romanian time)

Session Agenda:

  • 12:00–12:05: Introduction – WP6 Coordinators

  • 12:05–12:45: Prof. Adrian Iftene, PhD, Vice-Rector UAIC (RO) – Using Artificial Intelligence in Education and Research

  • 12:45–13:30: Assoc. Prof. Eugenio Rodrigues, PhD, University of Coimbra (PT) – From Search to Synthesis: How to Amplify Your PhD Literature Review with AI

  • 13:30–14:00: Lecturer Lucian Roșu, PhD, UAIC (RO) – Lost in Translation – from Research to Public Impact

This workshop also aims to create an EC2U PhD student network and provide participants with the necessary framework to interact with each other on their own research topics.

Target Audience: PhD students from EC2U universities interested in the themes of the EC2U Virtual Institutes.

The participation link will be sent via e-mail after registration.

Registration Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSemWfjV8Ux-G8dU_pvrUtXWs0jiv3plySm6QEO3XxXcV0hm2A/viewform?usp=dialog

For questions regarding the event, you can contact us at: ec2u@uaic.ro

The European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U) Alliance is an academic consortium consisting of 9 long-standing universities from different regions of the European Union: “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, University of Pavia (Italy), University of Poitiers (coordinator, France), University of Coimbra (Portugal), University of Salamanca (Spain), University of Turku (Finland), “Friedrich Schiller” University of Jena (Germany), “Johannes Kepler” University of Linz (Austria), and Umea University (Sweden). The EC2U Virtual Institute for “Sustainable Cities and Communities” (VISCC) is one of the Alliance’s Virtual Institutes and combines education, scientific research, and innovation for advanced studies on sustainable cities and communities. About the Program The mobility program was created to promote in-depth collaboration between researchers and research groups from the nine EC2U partner universities. The program supports research visits and the initiation of joint projects, publications, and conference presentations. A total of 12 mobilities are available to EC2U partner universities. Two initial research projects have been established, focused on the general theme of Sustainable Cities and Communities:
  • Reducing the adverse effects of natural disasters: This project focuses on reducing risks related to anthropogenic climate change and urban sprawl, using multidisciplinary perspectives, new geomatic technologies, and artificial intelligence.
  • Legal and socio-political dimensions of urban sustainability: This project addresses urban sustainability from legal and social science perspectives, with an emphasis on rethinking and reorganizing ecological social policies and well-being.
Number of mobilities: 12 mobilities to EC2U partner universities Eligibility, obligations, and funding General eligibility conditions To be eligible, a researcher/academic staff member must meet the following requirements:
  • Have a high level of proficiency in English, as all documents, funding applications, and evaluation reports will be submitted in English;
  • Hold an invitation letter from a researcher or academic staff member from one of the EC2U partner universities, which must include:
    • the purpose of the research visit (e.g., research visits or initiation of joint research projects, joint publications, or joint conference presentations);
    • the research theme (related to one of the two proposed VISCC research projects).
Specific eligibility conditions In addition to the above, the candidate must:
  • Hold an academic position (researcher and/or academic staff) at UAIC;
  • Be able to carry out research activities for the entire duration of the mobility project;
  • Be able to publish research results and present them at conferences or workshops.
Obligations Selected researchers commit to:
  • Becoming active members of VISCC;
  • Writing an evaluation report within one month of completing the mobility, in accordance with the obligations stipulated in the application form, and sending it via e-mail to: ec2u@uaic.ro;
In cases where the mobilities lead to the publication of scientific articles, researchers are requested to mention the EC2U support by adding the following paragraph: “This work has been partially supported by the EC2U Alliance and its Erasmus + Grant Agreement n° 101124589-EC2U”. Funding The duration of the mobility is 5 days (2 travel days + 3 activity days). The mobility grant covers travel, accommodation, and meal costs, with a maximum amount of 1265 EUR. Mobilities must take place between November 2025 – June 15, 2027. Evaluation Applications will be evaluated by a joint committee, consisting of members of the UAIC EC2U project coordination team and the UAIC representative of EC2U Work Package 6, at the end of each calendar month. The maximum evaluation score is 100 points, and the evaluation criteria include:
  • Compliance with the objectives of the mobility program (40 points);
  • Participation in funded research/development/innovation projects in the field of Sustainable Cities and Communities (20 points);
  • Previous publications relevant to the research projects (20 points);
  • Existing or initiated collaborations with researchers from other EC2U universities (10 points);
  • Participation as teaching staff within the VISCC EC2U Joint Master’s Degree “Sustainable Cities and Communities” (10 points).
Priority will be given to applications aimed at initiating joint projects with European funding. Submission of applications and deadlines: The application form is available at this link: https://forms.gle/LtbQiKmHts8x2i8E8. Applications will be evaluated at the end of each calendar month.
The “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași launches a call for applications for participation in the EC2U Joint Doctoral Workshop in Educational Sciences, organized between November 12–14, 2025, at Johannes Kepler University in Linz, Austria. The workshop, themed “Developing Competencies for Research and Teaching”, offers UAIC PhD students, enrolled at least in their 2nd year in the field of Educational Sciences, opportunities to develop research and teaching skills within a collaborative, intercultural, and innovative framework. 🔍 The workshop program includes:
  • Presentation of the doctoral project during a poster session;
  • Participation in interactive thematic workshops, led by experts in the field of educational sciences;
  • Creative activities for the visual and conceptual expression of research;
  • A visit to the Ars Electronica Center and exploration of the JKU Linz campus;
  • International networking with PhD students within the EC2U alliance.
📄 Registration: Eligibility criteria and details regarding the registration process are available in the application form, which can be completed online 👉 here. 📌 Deadline for submitting applications: August 29, 2025. For questions or clarifications, please contact the local EC2U coordinators at the email address: ec2ulocalcoord.iasi@uaic.ro.
Between November 10–13, 2025, students from the EC2U consortium are invited to take part in the Entrepreneurial Week, hosted by the University of Turku, Finland. The theme of this edition: “Regenerative Entrepreneurship: Taking Responsibility to Create a Positive Future Together”. For four days, you will have the opportunity to work in international and transdisciplinary teams, participate in interactive workshops, meet experienced entrepreneurs and professors of practice, and explore new ideas in an intercultural and inspirational environment. What does the EC2U Entrepreneurial Week offer you?
  • An exceptional international educational experience
  • Workshops and mentoring sessions held by international experts
  • Direct interaction with entrepreneurs and professionals from various fields
  • The opportunity to develop your entrepreneurial thinking
  • Intercultural exchanges with students from all over Europe
Who can apply?
  • Students from EC2U partner universities, from any field of study and degree level
  • Prior experience in entrepreneurship is not required (only curiosity, involvement, and a good command of English)
Registration Timeline
  • June 16 – August 31: Complete the registration form HERE
  • September 30: Announcement of selection results
  • October 6: Confirmation of the place
  • November 9: Departure to Turku
  • November 10–13: Participation in the event (attendance is mandatory)
  • November 14: Returning home, with memories and inspiration.
For more details, visit the official EC2U website or contact the local team: ec2ulocalcoord.iasi@uaic.ro
From October 7–9, 2025, the University of Pavia (UNIPV) is organizing the annual student event of the EC2U Alliance – European Campus of City-Universities, which will bring together students from all 9 member universities of the alliance (Coimbra, Iași, Jena, Linz, Pavia, Poitiers, Salamanca, Turku, and Umeå). The theme of the event is “Active Citizenship Education” and will include team-building activities, workshops, debates, sports, and cultural activities. Seven UAIC students may participate in the event, regardless of their level or field of study. Eligibility and Selection Criteria:
  • Student currently enrolled at UAIC;
  • English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level;
  • Quality of the motivation presented in the registration form.
  • Selected students must be available to travel to Pavia to participate in all sessions across the 3 days of the event.
Number of available places: 7 The registration form is available HERE. Registration deadline: July 25, 2025, at 23:59. More information about the event is available HERE.
The Institute for Entrepreneurship at the Johannes Kepler University Linz (Austria) is looking for a Graduate University Assistant for a 4-year period (30 hours/week), starting September 1, 2025. The deadline for submitting applications is June 15, 2025. Proficiency in English (C1 level) and German (A2 level) is required. More information about the position is available here: https://www.jku.at/en/institute-for-entrepreneurship/about-us/news/
The University of Salamanca (Spain) is organizing the “Studii Salamantini” Conference on Friday, June 6, starting at 9:30 AM (CEST), dedicated to PhD students from all member universities of the EC2U Alliance. The event will be held in Spanish and will be broadcast live on YouTube. The recording of the conference will also include English subtitles. PhD students participating in the event will have the opportunity to connect with peers from other universities, engage in a productive exchange of ideas, and identify collaboration opportunities. More information about the event (in Spanish) is available here.
We are pleased to invite you to participate in the launch webinar of the new Life on Land Virtual Institute (EC2U VI Life on Land) within the EC2U Alliance, an online event that will take place on Monday, May 12, 2025, between 13:00 and 15:00, Romanian time (12:00 – 14:00 CET). EC2U Virtual Institutes stimulate dynamic collaboration in research and education by bringing together interdisciplinary teams of students, teachers, researchers, and innovators, centering on common research areas of strategic interest. By creating new collaboration opportunities at the European level, these institutes allow EC2U universities to effectively integrate research and innovation into educational processes. The new EC2U Life on Land Virtual Institute focuses on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goal #15: Life on Land. Specifically, the institute’s activity will focus on three areas: food production / water management / biodiversity. In this context, the launch webinar represents an essential platform for EC2U researchers to present their work relevant to the virtual institute’s themes and to identify promising synergies for launching joint research initiatives with significant impact. Furthermore, this launch webinar is designed to identify Horizon Europe funding opportunities, with the presence of experts who will present their work at the EU level and potential funding opportunities. This will also provide a chance for EC2U researchers to showcase their work on the Virtual Institute’s topics and discuss potential synergies for applying for future joint research projects. The registration form is open until Friday, May 2, 2025.
The launch webinar of the new Virtual Institute Materials and Methods for a Sustainable Future within the EC2U Alliance will take place on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, between 13:00 and 15:00, Romanian time (12:00 – 14:00 CET). EC2U Virtual Institutes stimulate dynamic collaboration in research and education by bringing together interdisciplinary teams of students, teachers, researchers, and innovators, centering on common research areas of strategic interest. By creating new collaboration opportunities at the European level, these institutes allow EC2U universities to effectively integrate research and innovation into educational processes. Registration is open until April 22 by completing this form.
Within the framework of the EC2U European Universities project, the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași launches a selection call dedicated to UAIC students in the fields of environmental science, earth sciences, geography, engineering, and other related fields for participation in the “EC2U Autumn School – Geographic Data Science for Sustainability” event, which will take place at the University of Jena from October 7-10, 2025. NUMBER OF PLACES: 3 FUNDING, from EC2U project funds:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 296 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 126 euros/night
  • Maximum 5 days subsistence x 93 euros/day
ELIGIBILITY FOR SELECTION:
  • Students enrolled at UAIC at the undergraduate (final year), master’s, and doctoral levels in the fields of environmental science, earth sciences, geography, engineering, and other related fields, who can actively contribute to the activities proposed during the workshop.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION: Interested students can apply by completing the form available at the following link: https://www.chemgeo.uni-jena.de/en/34969/application-to-ec2u-autumn-school-2025 The selection will be done centrally at the EC2U Alliance level by the organizing institution, namely the University of Jena. Selection criteria:
  • English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level;
  • Knowledge of basic statistical methods (e.g., multiple linear regression), GIS or geospatial data, and (ideally) basic programming skills (e.g., R or Python).
  • Quality of the motivation letter;
  • Ensuring a balanced diversity of participants (gender, disciplines, etc.).
SELECTION TIMELINE:
  • April 2 – May 15, 2025: online submission of applications;
  • May 30, 2025: announcement of results (via email by the organizing institution);
Students declared admitted will be invited to complete a registration form.
  • June 3, 2025: travel formalities.
SELECTION COMMITTEE: the EC2U project management team For additional information regarding the event, please contact the organizing team at the following e-mail address: bettina.boehm@uni-jena.de For information regarding travel formalities, you can contact us at the following e-mail address: petronela.spiridon@uaic.ro
Within the framework of the EC2U European Universities project, the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași is launching a selection call dedicated to PhD students for participation in the event “1st GLADE Doctoral Workshop in Pavia: Sustainable Development Goals through the Lens of One Health”, which will take place at the University of Pavia from May 26 to 28, 2025. NUMBER OF PLACES: 3 FUNDING, from EC2U project funds:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 296 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 126 euros/night
  • Maximum 5 days subsistence x 93 euros/day
ELIGIBILITY FOR SELECTION:
  • PhD students enrolled at UAIC in the following fields: environmental science, social sciences, and other fields associated with health and well-being, who:
    • are not in their final year of study;
    • can attest to English language proficiency at a minimum B1 level;
    • can actively contribute to the activities proposed during the workshop.
APPLICATION AND SELECTION: Interested PhD students can apply by completing the form available at the following link: https://survey.ec2u.eu/index.php/277948?lang=en The selection will be conducted centrally at the EC2U Alliance level by the organizing institution, namely the University of Pavia. SELECTION TIMELINE:
  • March 27 – April 20: online submission of applications;
  • May 02, 2025: announcement of results (via email by the organizing institution); Students declared admitted will be invited to complete a registration form.
  • May 4 – 14, 2025: travel formalities.
SELECTION COMMITTEE: the EC2U project management team For additional information regarding the event, please contact the organizing team at the following e-mail address: ec2u.localcoordinators@unipv.it . For information regarding travel formalities, you can contact us at the following e-mail address: petronela.spiridon@uaic.ro .
CALL FOR SELECTION: STUDENT MOBILITIES within the EC2U European Universities project (https://ec2u.eu/) EC2U Forum in Coimbra: Preparing Communities for a Sustainable Tomorrow University of Coimbra, Portugal, May 19-21, 2025 NUMBER OF PLACES: 9 FUNDING, from EC2U project funds:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 296 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 126 euros/night
  • Maximum 5 days subsistence x 93 euros/day
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:
  • Full-time students enrolled at UAIC in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral studies for the 2024-2025 academic year, who meet the following conditions:
    • are not in their final year of study;
    • can attest to English language proficiency with a certificate/diploma/attainment certificate from the baccalaureate exam, for a minimum B2 level; an exception is made for students who have English as a major/as the language of instruction in their university studies, in which case a declaration will be presented;
    • have been involved in activities related to sustainability and sustainable development;
    • can actively contribute to activities regarding affordable and renewable energy solutions, proposals to combat eco-anxiety, sustainable and clean urban transport, awareness of everyone’s role in helping the Earth, the role of arts, media, and communication, and the creation of green spaces for students to combat sustainability challenges.
SELECTION CRITERIA AND SCORING APPLIED IN THE EVALUATION OF ELIGIBLE CANDIDACIES:
  • Motivation for participating in the EC2U Forum in Coimbra, considering its theme: Preparing Communities for a Sustainable Tomorrow, presented in the application form, in English (20 points);
  • Previous experience in activities related to sustainability and sustainable development, presented in the application form, in English (30 points);
  • Proposals for an active contribution during student activities (debates, workshops, working groups) that will take place in Coimbra, on one of the themes below:
  1. Affordable and renewable energy solutions
  2. How to cope with eco-anxiety?
  3. Ideas for sustainable and clean urban transport
  4. Awareness of everyone’s role in helping the Earth
  5. The role of arts, media, and communication
  6. Creating green spaces for students to combat sustainability challenges, presented in the application form, in English (50 points).
In case of equal scores, the tie-break will be based on the student’s current grade point average, or the admission average (for first-year students). DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FILE: To evaluate compliance with the above conditions, the application file will include the completed online application form (EC2U Forum – COIMBRA – Google Forms). SELECTION TIMELINE:
  • March 04 – 13, 2025: online submission of application files
  • March 17, 2025: announcement of results (via email);
  • March 19, 2025: confirmation of participation by selected students;
  • March 20 – April 15, 2025: travel formalities.
SELECTION COMMITTEE: the EC2U project management team
On Monday, April 28, 2025, at 15:00 CET (16:00 Romanian time), the “Bridging Academia & Industry” mentoring webinar for PhD students will take place within the “European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U)” university alliance, of which the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași is a member. The webinar aims to connect PhD students from STEM fields with professionals who have completed doctoral studies and transitioned from academia to industry, through mentoring discussions about professional development, skills, and career opportunities. Registration for PhD students to participate in the webinar is open until March 31, 2025. Eligibility criteria for PhD students:
  • must be pursuing doctoral studies in STEM fields
  • must be considering a career in industry
PhD students can register by filling out the registration form. More information (in English) about the “Bridging Academia & Industry” mentoring webinar for PhD students is available HERE.
On Monday, April 28, 2025, at 15:00 CET (16:00 Romanian time), the “Bridging Academia & Industry” mentoring webinar for PhD students will take place within the “European Campus of City-Universities (EC2U)” university alliance, of which the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași is a member. The webinar aims to connect PhD students from STEM fields with professionals who have completed doctoral studies and transitioned from academia to industry, through mentoring discussions about professional development, skills, and career opportunities. Mentor registration for participation in the webinar is open until February 28, 2025. Eligibility criteria for mentors:
  • must be doctoral graduates in STEM fields;
  • must have transitioned from academia to industry after completing their doctoral studies;
  • must be willing to mentor young researchers;
  • must be willing to dedicate a total of maximum 4 hours to the mentoring activity (2 hours during the webinar and, optionally, a maximum of two one-hour mentoring sessions post-event).
Mentors can register by sending an e-mail to career.mentoring@jku.at containing a short personal presentation (academic and professional path followed to date) and, optionally, a link to their LinkedIn profile. Registration for PhD students who will be mentored will begin soon. More information (in English) about the “Bridging Academia & Industry” mentoring webinar for PhD students is available HERE.
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: STUDENT MOBILITIES Migration, displacement and health Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Program (BIP) within the EC2U European Universities Alliance (https://ec2u.eu/) University of Coimbra, June 23 – 27, 2025 From June 23 to 27, 2025, the University of Coimbra (Portugal) will host the Erasmus+ Intensive Program Migration, displacement and health, designed for students enrolled in Bachelor’s and Master’s degree programs in the field of social sciences. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about the health challenges faced by immigrant populations and to apply qualitative research methods in real-world situations. Additionally, the course will provide the necessary framework for intercultural and academic experiences, professional development, and the creation of international cooperation networks among partner institutions. Program Objectives: Migration and displacement have always been a constant in human history. While these flows bring cultural, social, and intellectual benefits, the individuals involved frequently face challenges that negatively affect their health. This type of impact occurs when their specific health needs are not met or when conditions associated with migration generate negative factors that influence their health and well-being. This intensive program aims to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to understand and address the health challenges of migrant populations using qualitative methods. Teaching Method: Interview and content analysis At the end of the program, students will be able:
  • To present key messages about health, migration, and displacement;
  • To describe factors that act as negative determinants on migrants’ health;
  • To identify the challenges migrants face regarding access to essential services.
Working Language: English Participation is open to students enrolled at UAIC studying in fields compatible with the theme of the intensive program. The mobility will be funded through the Erasmus+ Program, in accordance with the Erasmus+ rules for short-term mobilities: https://www.uaic.ro/international/mobilitati-erasmus-de-scurta-durata/. The documents required for the application file are available here. Apply by submitting your application file to the Erasmus+ coordinator at your faculty.
Call for selection: Mobilities within the EC2U European Universities project (https://ec2u.eu/) EC2U 1st Staff Training Week on Innovative Digital Pedagogy in Pavia University of Pavia, February 04 – 06, 2025 NUMBER OF PLACES: 4 FUNDING, from EC2U project funds:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 296 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 126 euros/ night
  • Maximum 5 days subsistence x 93 euros/ day
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTION: UAIC Academic Staff:
  • interested in using AI applications in teaching activities.
  • available to actively participate in the event’s activities on the theme of Innovative digital pedagogy in universities.
SELECTION CRITERIA AND SCORING APPLIED IN THE EVALUATION OF ELIGIBLE CANDIDACIES:
  • Previous experience in relevant activities regarding digital pedagogy and digital education – presented in the application form (50 points).
  • Letter of motivation regarding the use of AI applications in teaching activities – presented in the application form (50 points).
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FILE: To evaluate compliance with the above conditions, the application file will include:
  1. The completed online application form (EC2U – PAVIA – Google Forms);
SELECTION TIMELINE:
  • December 04 – 13, 2024: online submission of application files
  • December 17, 2024: announcement of results (via email);
  • December 19, 2024: confirmation of participation from selected persons;
  • December 23, 2024 – January 15, 2025: travel formalities.
SELECTION COMMITTEE: the EC2U project management team
CALL FOR MOBILITIES: EC2U Young Researchers’ Meeting University of Turku, Finland, March 31 – April 04, 2025 within the EC2U European Universities project (https://ec2u.eu/) NUMBER OF PLACES: 3 FUNDING, from EC2U project funds:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 296 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 126 euros/ night
  • Maximum 5 days subsistence x 93 euros/ day
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:
    • PhD students enrolled at UAIC.
SELECTION CRITERIA APPLIED IN THE EVALUATION OF ELIGIBLE CANDIDACIES:
  • PhD students with research topics relevant to the general theme: Artificial Intelligence & Languages, Cultures and Education;
  • Previous participation in international events and activities with an interdisciplinary focus;
  • Availability for active involvement during the event (presentation of the research topic); Selected participants will be invited to present their research during the meeting. This gathering represents a valuable opportunity to engage in interdisciplinary academic debates and expand your research network within the EC2U Virtual Institute for Quality Education (VIQE);
  • Priority will be given to PhD students who have not previously participated in EC2U events.
  • DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FILE:
To evaluate compliance with the above conditions, the application file will include:
  1. The completed application form, available at the following link: EC2U – TURKU – Google Forms;
  2. Abstract of the research topic in PDF format.
SELECTION TIMELINE:
  • December 04, 2024 – January 31, 2025: submission of application files.
  • February 05, 2025: announcement of results (via email);
  • February 10, 2025: confirmation of participation from selected PhD students;
  • February 17 – March 03, 2025: travel formalities.
SELECTION COMMITTEE: the EC2U project management team
CALL FOR SELECTION: STUDENT MOBILITIES within the EC2U European Universities project (https://ec2u.eu/) EC2U Forum in Linz: Empowering Minds to Support a Peaceful Society Johannes Kepler University Linz, October 22-24, 2024 NUMBER OF PLACES: 7 FUNDING, from EC2U project funds:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 296 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 126 euros/ night
  • Maximum 5 days subsistence x 93 euros/ day
ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:
  • Full-time students enrolled at UAIC in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral studies for the 2023-2024 academic year, who:
    • are not in their final year of study
    • can attest to English language proficiency with a certificate/diploma/attainment certificate from the baccalaureate exam, for a minimum B1 level; an exception is made for students who have English as a major/as the language of instruction in their university studies, in which case a declaration will be presented
    • have been involved in multi/intercultural activities
    • can actively contribute to activities regarding creating strong universities, successful integration of refugees and foreign citizens, peace in a polarized world, students at risk, challenges and opportunities for universities in a digital world
SELECTION CRITERIA AND SCORING APPLIED IN THE EVALUATION OF ELIGIBLE CANDIDACIES:
  • Previous experience in multi/intercultural activities – presented in the application form, in English (50 points)
  • Proposals for an active contribution during student activities (debates, workshops, working groups) that will take place in Linz, on themes such as creating strong universities, successful integration of refugees and foreign citizens, peace in a polarized world, students at risk, challenges and opportunities for universities in a digital world – presented in the application form, in English (50 points)
In case of equal scores, the tie-break will be based on the student’s current grade point average, or the admission average (for first-year students). DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FILE: To evaluate compliance with the above conditions, the application file will include:
  1. The completed online application form (EC2U Forum – LINZ – Google Forms);
SELECTION TIMELINE:
  • July 10 – 21, 2024: online submission of application files
  • July 26, 2024: announcement of results (via email);
  • July 29, 2024: confirmation of participation by selected students;
  • August 5 – September 15, 2024: travel formalities.
SELECTION COMMITTEE: the EC2U project management team
Between October 7–10, 2024, students from the EC2U alliance universities (https://ec2u.eu/) will gather in Coimbra to discover new development opportunities, acquire new entrepreneurship skills, and develop their ability to work in an international team. Five UAIC students can participate in the event, regardless of their field of study, and travel costs will be covered by the EC2U project budget. Register by August 31 HERE. You can find more details on the event page: https://ec2u.eu/come-to-the-4th-ec2u-entrepreneurial-week-in-coimbra/
Between May 15–17, 2024, the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași (UAIC) is organizing the annual student event of the EC2U Alliance, which will bring together students from all 8 member universities of the alliance (Coimbra, Iași, Jena, Linz, Pavia, Poitiers, Salamanca, and Turku). The theme of the event is “Shaping the Future through EU Elections” and it will include team-building activities, workshops, round tables with experts, and a debate simulation based on the European Parliament format. Eight UAIC students can participate in the event, regardless of their level or field of study. Eligibility and Selection Criteria:
  • Student currently enrolled at UAIC;
  • English language proficiency at a minimum B2 level;
  • Quality of the motivation presented in the registration form.
  • Selected students must participate in all sessions across the 3 days of the event. The registration form is available HERE.
Registration deadline: April 15, 2024, at 23:59. More information about the event is available HERE.
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: STUDENT MOBILITIES Intensive course Sustainable mobility within the EC2U European Universities alliance University of Coimbra, October 3-4, 2023 EVENT DETAILS: lectures on sustainable mobility and a presentation of the University of Coimbra as a World Heritage site NUMBER OF PLACES: 6 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:
    • Students enrolled at UAIC in Master’s or Doctoral studies during the 2022-2023 academic year, who can attest to English language proficiency with a certificate/diploma/attainment certificate from the baccalaureate exam/baccalaureate diploma, for a minimum B2 level; an exception is made for students who have English as a major/as the language of instruction in their university studies, in which case a declaration will be presented.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
  • Motivation (presented in the application form, in English), including details regarding interest/experience in the field of sustainable urban development.
  • Ensuring participant diversity (across faculties/specializations, levels, and years of study).
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FILE: To evaluate compliance with the above conditions, the application file will include:
  1. The completed online application form: Sustainable mobility course – Coimbra, 3-4 October 2023 – Google Forms
  2. Document attesting English language proficiency / declaration regarding university studies in English.
FUNDING, from EC2U project funds:
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to 400 euros
  • Maximum 4 nights accommodation x 150 euros/night
  • Maximum 4 days subsistence x 35 euros/day
APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 31, 2023 COMMUNICATION OF RESULTS (via email): September 8, 2023
CALL FOR APPLICATIONS: STUDENT MOBILITIES Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Program (BIP) Learning Portuguese through an interdisciplinary approach within the EC2U European Universities alliance University of Coimbra, October 2 – 6, 2023 EVENT DETAILS: lectures and workshops on learning the Portuguese language through an interdisciplinary approach (a draft version of the program is available here) NUMBER OF PLACES: 5 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA FOR SELECTION:
    • Students enrolled at the UAIC Faculty of Letters in Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral studies during the 2022-2023 academic year, who can attest to English language proficiency with a certificate/diploma/attainment certificate from the baccalaureate exam, for a minimum B2 level; an exception is made for students who have English as a major/as the language of instruction in their university studies, in which case a declaration will be presented.
SELECTION CRITERIA:
  • Ensuring participant diversity (across specializations, levels, and years of study).
  • Motivation – presented in the application form, in English.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED FOR THE APPLICATION FILE: To evaluate compliance with the above conditions, the application file will include:
  1. The completed online application form: BIP Learning Portuguese through an interdisciplinary approach – Coimbra; 2-6 October 2023 – Google Forms
  2. Document attesting English language proficiency / declaration regarding university studies in English.
FUNDING: according to Erasmus+ rules for short-term mobilities (https://www.uaic.ro/international/mobilitati-erasmus-de-scurta-durata/), plus reimbursement of travel expenses up to 400 euros from EC2U project funds. APPLICATION DEADLINE: August 31, 2023 COMMUNICATION OF RESULTS (via email): September 8, 2023
Selection announcement for mobilities – Geographic Data Science for Sustainability intensive course, Jena
CALL FOR SELECTION: EC2U STUDENT MOBILITIES at the University of Poitiers, October 16-19, 2023
Between June 26-30, 2023, the University of Poitiers (France) will host the Intensive Program Learning a Language with a Different Alphabet, which will include cultural activities, lectures, and introductory courses in foreign languages that use an alphabet different from the Latin one, such as Cyrillic or Greek. UAIC students can participate in the event, regardless of their field of study, and the mobility can be funded through the Erasmus+ Program, according to the Erasmus+ rules for short-term mobilities: https://www.uaic.ro/international/mobilitati-erasmus-de-scurta-durata/. Register until May 21: https://forms.gle/YDsJdUUhDh5q7kCZ6 BIP Selection Announcement BIP Program Poster

The University of Turku (Finland), an EC2U partner, is organizing the “Multilingualism, European Languages and Societies” Winter School from March 13–17, 2023. Register by January 25, 2023, and you will have the chance to participate in workshops and outdoor activities addressing various themes related to European languages, multilingual spaces, and multilingualism.

The Winter School is aimed at both students (Master’s and PhD) and researchers interested in developing new collaborative relationships and exploring new research directions in the field of multilingualism.

Take advantage of this opportunity to expand your knowledge and connect with other members of the EC2U community from the 7 universities. Complete the registration form available at https://link.webropolsurveys.com/S/E94BA52BC0608717

More details are available in the event poster.

Science Battle is a cheerful competition between several European universities that highlights how researchers approach a new problem. Teams of researchers from various universities, including the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași, will receive the same question from the public and will compete to find the most interesting answer.

The event takes place on September 30, between 16:00 and 19:00.

Watch the event online here.

If you want to participate in person, we invite you to be part of the audience and cheer for the researchers! Come to: International Relations Office, Building A, 1st floor.

We invite you to see and support the researchers from Iași, who will enter the competition against those from the Universities of Coimbra, Jena, and Salamanca!

The UAIC team consists of: Lecturer Corina Barbaros, PhD (Faculty of Philosophy and Social-Political Sciences), Lecturer Lucian Fusu, PhD (Biology), ACS Laura Hroștea (Department of Exact and Natural Sciences), Lecturer Alexandru Maxim, PhD (FEAA), Assoc. Prof. Brîndușa Alina Petre, PhD (Chemistry), and Lecturer Lucian Roșu, PhD (Geography).

The goal of SciBattle is to highlight researchers, the way they think, and to demystify the sometimes unapproachable image that academics can have. Although presented as a competition, the spirit is non-competitive. The true aim is to show how scientists approach new dilemmas and how various disciplines can contribute to an answer. Even when it is unlikely that the questions will be solved within the allotted time, the goal is to show how researchers tackle a new challenge.

See the programme of the event here: http://www.uaic.ro/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/Workshop-1-WP5_Detailed-programme_Final-00000004-1.pdf 

Between April 4–7, 2022, students from the EC2U alliance universities (https://ec2u.eu/) will gather in Pavia to discover new development opportunities, acquire new entrepreneurship skills, and develop their ability to work in an international team.

Three UAIC students can participate in the event, regardless of their field of study, and travel costs will be covered by the EC2U project budget.

Register by February 20: https://forms.office.com/r/27xEdhyEjq

You can find more details on the event page: https://ec2u.eu/come-to-the-1st-ec2u-entrepreneurial-week/

Participate in the online courses organized within the EC2U Entrepreneurial Academy and discover new entrepreneurial opportunities in a European context.

The courses take place every Tuesday at 16:00 CET. They are free of charge and open to all students and young researchers from the EC2U partner universities.

Students from all disciplines are welcome, as entrepreneurial skills apply to all fields and all spheres of life.

If you are a UAIC student and want to learn more about entrepreneurship, we invite you to participate in the online courses, in activities organized within the EC2U Entrepreneurial Academy that will develop your teamwork skills, and in one of the Entrepreneurial Weeks hosted by one of the seven EC2U universities. During the Entrepreneurial Weeks, EC2U students gather for several days to celebrate transdisciplinary innovation, teamwork, and entrepreneurship.

See more information here.

If you are interested in participating in the online courses, you can register here.

CONTACT

Alexandru Ioan Cuza University in Iasi

Boulevard Carol I, No. 11, 700506, Iasi, Romania

Phone: 0232 20 1000

Fax: 0232. 20 1201

E-mail: contact@uaic.ro

Serviciul Relaţii Internaţionale, Universitatea Alexandru Ioan Cuza din Iași, Bulevardul Carol I, Nr. 11, Corp A, Iaşi, România, Telefon: 0040. 232. 20 1111, Fax: 0232. 20 1802, Email: relint@uaic.ro
International Relations Office, Alexandru Ioan Cuza University of Iași, 11 Carol I Blvd., Building A, Iași, Romania, Phone: 0040. 232. 20 1111, Fax: 0232. 20 1802, Email: relint@uaic.ro

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