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We are delighted to welcome you to this year's EC2U Forum! This year’s Forum titled "Empowering Minds for a Peaceful Society" brings representatives, researchers, and students from our eight partner universities across Europe together to address and discuss some of the pressing challenges we – as a society - face today.
The Forum focuses on fostering an open society and creating a sustainable, peaceful future through education, inclusion, and respectful dialogue, offering a diverse range of activities. The scheduled sessions are a unique opportunity for Forum participants to engage in meaningful discussions, share insight, and build networks.
You will find a list of publicly accessible sessions below. Let’s show the world just what the EC2U Alliance is all about!
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Key Facts
Forum Dates
October 21-24, 2024
Location
The Johannes Kepler University Linz, the JKU MED Campus & the city of Linz
Participants
Professors, researchers, students, administrative employees, members of the Rectorate, associated partners at all EC2U partner universities and cities, and yes: that includes YOU too!
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Cultural and Social Commitment
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The Photo Competition Travel with us to all 8 partner universities and their home cities by experiencing captivating photographs.
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Friday, October 18 to Friday, October 25
Hall B, Lecture Hall Wing -
Forum Opening Kick the forum off with an exciting opening session that will set the stage for upcoming events!
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Tuesday, October 22, 12:30 PM
Ceremony Room, Uni-Center
Opportunities and Career Development
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Mobility Fair
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Discover opportunities to study at our partner universities and broaden your academic horizons.
Monday, October 21, 12:00 - 2:00 PM
Hall C, Lecture Hall Wing -
Career Session
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"What Does It Take to Jumpstart Your Professional Career" Gain insights and advice from successful professionals and learn how to advance your career.
Tuesday, October 22, 9:00 - 10:30 AM
Ceremony Room, Uni Center
Community and Governance
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Municipalities Session
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"A Peaceful Society in Transformation"
Explore the role of municipalities in fostering educational and social initiatives within the EC²U framework.
Tuesday, October 22, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Ceremony Room, Uni-Center
Collaborative Innovation and Science
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Citizen Science in Action
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"The RI4C2 project and the EC²U Pilot Living Labs"
Engage in a session focusing on social innovation and citizen science, fostering collaboration to support a better future.
Wednesday, October 23, 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Ceremony Room, Uni Center -
Think-Tank Session
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"Innovative strategies explored: how does EC²U contribute to peace-building?"
Listen to the outcomes of think-tank discussions about social innovation to build peace and contribute to the EU Commission's recommendations.
Wednesday, October 23, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM
Ceremony Room, Uni Center -
Science Contest Watch as EC²U teams compete in an effort to solve scientific challenges, showcasing their innovative approaches and creative solutions.
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Wednesday, October 23, 4:00 - 6:00 PM
Circus of Knowledge
Academic and Institutional Development
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Higher Education Round Table
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"The Role of the Alliances in Social Involvement and EU values" Join discussions about the future of higher education and share best practices with experts from across Europe.
Wednesday, October 23, 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Ceremony Room, Uni-Center -
Joint Virtual Institute Session
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"Joint Research Changes the Game in Meeeting the UN Sustainable Development Goals" Learn more about our virtual institutes and how they play a key role in growing academic collaboration and research across the EC²U Alliance.
Thursday, October 24, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Ceremony Room, Uni Center
Student Involvement and Closing Session
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Voice of the Students
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Listen to student perspectives and reflections on the forum's themes.
Thursday, October 24, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Circus of Knowledge -
Closing Session Join us for the closing session as we wrap the Forum up.
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Thursday, October 24, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Circus of Knowledge
Tours
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Campus Tours, JKU Project, City Tours and Activities
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Discover the JKU and More: Exciting Tours during the EC²U Forum and Activities
(Only for registered EC²U participants)
