The Shape(s) of RUN-EU International Conference Was a Space to Meet, Reflect and Plan for the Future

More than 260 students, academic, research and administrative staff, associated partners and external stakeholders embarked on a transformative journey by attending The Shape(s) of RUN-EU International Conference, at the Polytechnic University of Leiria (IPLeiria) on 16 and 17 November.

RUN-EU 2023 Students Week & General Assembly: Leading Interregional Development and Shaping the Future

RUN-EU Students, researchers, academic staff and associated partners from various countries and fields, ranging from industry and business to regional government and civil society, met at the Polytechnic University of Leiria (IPLeiria), in Portugal, from 13 to 17 November.

The Students’ Week and General Assembly 2023 will take place in Portugal


The Polytechnic University of Leiria (Portugal) will host the third RUN-EU Students’ Week and the General Assembly (GA) between 13 and 17 November 2023.

SAP ‘Aspects of Interregional Development – Sustainable Growth and Competitiveness Challenge’

In the 2023 Student Week, hosted by the Polytechnic University of Leiria (IPLeiria), there will be four Short Advanced Programme Challenges on ‘Aspects of Interregional Development’. The Sustainable Growth and Competitiveness Challenge is jointly organised by the IPLeiria, and the NHL Stenden University of Applied Sciences (NHL Stenden). This challenge is framed by the Sustainable Development Goals […]

SAP ‘Aspects of Interregional Development – Cooperation and Inclusiveness Challenge’

In the 2023 Student Week, hosted by the Polytechnic University of Leiria (IPLeiria), there will be four Short Advanced Programme Challenges on ‘Aspects of Interregional Development’. The Cooperation and Inclusiveness Challenge is jointly organised by the IPLeiria, and the University of Győr – Széchenyi István University (SZE). This programme is framed by the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) […]

SAP ‘Aspects of Interregional Development – Cultural Challenge’

In the 2023 Student Week, hosted by the Polytechnic University of Leiria (IPLeiria), there will be four Short Advanced Programme Challenges on ‘Aspects of Interregional Development’. The Cultural Challenge is jointly organised by the IPLeiria and the Polytechnic University of Cávado and Ave (IPCA). In a culturally friendly society, active participation is encouraged. It emphasises active involvement […]

SAP ‘Aspects of Interregional Development – Digital Challenge’ 

In the 2023 Student Week, hosted by the Polytechnic University of Leiria (IPLeiria), there will be four Short Advanced Programme Challenges on ‘Aspects of Interregional Development’. The Digital Challenge is jointly organised by the IPLeiria, and the Vorarlberg University of Applied Sciences (FHV). This programme addresses digital challenges and opportunities that delve into key aspects of interregional development […]

A Week of RUN-EU Collaboration and Inspiration in Győr

The RUN-EU Presidents’ Meeting, Management Committee Meeting, and Research Students’ Week took place at the University of Győr – Széchenyi István University (SZE) in Hungary.

RUN-EU 2022 Students Week and General Assembly focused on wellbeing and the future

Between 7-11 November, over 200 RUN-EU delegates, comprising students, researchers, academic staff members and associated partners from each country – drawn from industry, enterprise, regional government and society – as well as the rectors/presidents of the seven-member universities, came together as part of the second RUN-EU Students Week and General Assembly (GA), at the Häme University of Applied Sciences (HAMK), in Finland.

SAP ‘Aspects of Wellbeing – Societal Challenge’

In the 2022 Students Week, hosted by Häme University of Applied Sciences, there will be four Short Advanced Programme Challenges on ‘Aspects of Wellbeing’. The Societal Challenge will focus on the societal aspects of wellbeing. Students will take part in on-location presentations, workshops, and multidisciplinary team assignments and cooperation. These on-location activities assume short-term international mobility. […]