EULiST Rectors’ and Presidents’ Meeting in Vienna: Advancing Our Vision for a European Academic Institution
On January 29-30, 2025, the Rectors and Presidents of the member-universities of the EULiST University Alliance convened at Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) in Austria for a pivotal meeting shaping the alliance’s future. Among the participants was the Rector of the National Technical University of Athens (NTUA), Professor Ioannis Chatjigeorgiou. Discussions took place in an exceptionally positive spirit of collaboration, leading to significant decisions on governance, organizational structure, and long-term strategy.
All the heads of the participating universities expressed their strong commitment to working intensively towards the ambitious goal of establishing the alliance as the foundation for a European Academic Institution with an official legal entity. This initiative aims to position the alliance as a leading force in European and global higher education and research, strengthening the connection between science and society.
Key topics on the agenda included:
- Project Progress – Reviewing milestones and next steps in the alliance’s implementation.
- Strategic Direction & Governance – Defining roles, decision-making structures, and positioning our Alliance within broader European initiatives.
- Institutionalization & future Funding – Exploring the potential for legal entity status and long-term financial sustainability.
- Selection of the new Secretary General – A crucial step in strengthening leadership and operations.
The valuable contributions of each rector and president will guide the alliance in its next steps. With a shared vision and strong collaboration, EULiST is taking decisive steps toward building a unified European Academic Institution.
