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UP Students and Academics at the Prestigious BIP CIRCLE in Naples

Four students from the Faculty of Science of Palacký University Olomouc (PřF UP) together with two academics actively participated in the third edition of the Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) CIRCLE […]

From Ambition To Practice: Aurora At The EARMA Conference 2026

From 5 to 7 May 2026, Marie Jadrníčková, Aurora Research Officer at Palacký University Olomouc (UP), represented Aurora at the EARMA Conference 2026 in Utrecht, The Netherlands. Together with colleagues from […]

ASC Vice-president Shares Students’ Perspective on Aurora Educational Offers With Aurora Vice-rectors For Education

Through the Aurora Student Council (ASC), student representatives from Aurora universities are able to voice their vision of European higher education, its challenges, and the opportunities it offers them. In […]

Students from across Europe filmed in Olomouc. They explored where freedom on social media ends

How far should children’s freedom on social media extend? And who should decide? These were among the questions explored by students from universities in the Aurora network, who took part […]

Aurora Central Office in Amsterdam is Hiring!

The Aurora European Universities Alliance is currently expanding its central team and is looking for a new Project Manager to join its office in Amsterdam. This is an exciting opportunity […]

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Discover what emerges from the collaboration of European universities Membership in the Aurora European university network has already brought many benefits to Palacký University—not only a stronger position among European […]

Aurora Communication Experts Meet in Olomouc: Focus on Storytelling and Sustainable Merch

How can universities effectively communicate their activities, research, societal role, and international collaboration within the Aurora university alliance? How can they craft a compelling narrative that resonates with students, the […]

Course for teachers in Amsterdam: How to develop soft skills in students using the LOUIS tool

When teaching any subject, how to develop other skills in students at the same time, such as information literacy, creativity or teamwork? The LOUIS educational tool, developed within the Aurora […]

Aurora’s Third Open Call to Support International Research and Education

Aurora’s third open call from the European university network Aurora aims to connect scientists and higher education institutions across Europe. In addition to purely scientific projects, it now targets activities at the […]

Go abroad with Aurora and develop your professional competences in an international environment

Apply for international mobility opportunities for UP staff and take part in inspiring programmes focused on current challenges in higher education and university management. Experience intensive international collaboration, the sharing […]

Women in Science: Knowledge, Care, and Responsibility Across Disciplines

On February 10th, the university marked the UN International Day of Women and Girls in Science with an interdisciplinary panel discussion at Fortress Science. Moderated by Selma Porobić, Head of […]

Simon Fraser University Joins Aurora as a New Global Partner

The Aurora Universities Network has expanded beyond Europe with the admission of Simon Fraser University (SFU) in Vancouver, Canada, as a new Global Partner. The partnership was formally established at the end of last […]

Design the Future of Cities: Apply for the International CIRCLE Workshop in Naples

Would you like to take part in tackling real urban sustainability challenges? Are you interested in the circular economy, land regeneration, and innovative approaches to planning and design? Then the […]

Join the Aurora Symposium on Global Citizenship – Call for Contributions!

Are you ready to make your research matter on the global stage? The Aurora Symposium on Global Citizenship invites academics to step beyond disciplinary boundaries and contribute to a vibrant […]

Study abroad with Aurora semester mobility support

Discover the science behind the northern lights in Iceland or gain experience in international business at the prestigious Copenhagen Business School. Focus on water resources and their protection at the […]

Aurora Showcased at CEEDUCON Conference in Prague

On 19 and 20 November 2025, Palacký University Olomouc (UP) represented Aurora at CEEDUCON 2025, one of Central Europe’s leading conferences on the internationalisation of higher education. The seventh edition of […]

From City to Countryside, From Laboratory to Practice: Palacký University Hosted a Dual International BIP Focused on Sustainability

At the end of November 2025, Palacký University Olomouc hosted a double international Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) — Cultivating Futures: Transdisciplinary Approaches to Sustainable Agriculture, Urban Resilience, and Cultural Narratives […]

How to apply the principles of Open and Citizen Science in practice? Join the webinars

Register for a series of online workshops and seminars focused on Open Science and Citizen Science. Between December 2025 and May 2026, experts from universities in the European Aurora network […]

Aurora Presidents Meet in Brussels to Discuss the Future of European Universities

Rector Michael Kohajda represented UP at the meeting of Aurora Presidents in Brussels on 13–14 November, where he also met with European Commissioner for Startups, Research & Innovation, Ekaterina Zaharieva. The […]

New courses in the Aurora network: online and in BIP format from Iceland to Spain

Would you like me to want to experience your studies differently – more intensively, internationally, and practically? The Aurora European University Network is opening new courses for 2026, and you […]

UP and VU launched a new PhD Academy in Publishing Skills and Science Communication in Amsterdam

A new joint Aurora PhD programme was launched by Palacký University and Vrije Universiteit as part of the Capacity Development Programme. The programme is equipping young researchers at Aurora associate […]

Aurora Supports Four UP Projects Focused on International Research Collaboration

In the second round of the Aurora European University Alliance call for proposals supporting international research collaboration, four projects involving Palacký University Olomouc (UP) have been selected for funding. In […]

Aurora Showcased at Conference on the Impact of European University Alliances in Prague

Collaboration and open exchange are central to progress in European higher education. Opportunities for alliances to share experiences, both nationally and internationally, help strengthen their collective impact. Engaging with governmental […]

Develop Your Career with the Spring School in Transferable Skills

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? Join the 2025 Spring School in Transferable Skills, a two-day online event designed to boost your professional development. This […]

Summer School: Senescence and Aging – From Molecular Mechanisms to Multiscale Interventions

Université Paris-Est Créteil – our partner in the Aurora network – invites students, PhD candidates, and young researchers to the summer school Senescence and Aging: From Molecular Mechanisms to Multiscale […]

Online course: Headlines to Mindset – Shaping Public Opinion

In most political systems, citizens do not have direct contact with their political representatives. Politicians often operate in a highly mediatized environment, where the media serve as the main source […]

Discover the World as an Aurora University Network Ambassador

Do you want to broaden your horizons, meet fellow students from across Europe, and grow personally and professionally? Thanks to UP’s membership in the European university network Aurora, you can […]

Hackathon in Naples: Food in Times of Climate Crisis

Are you interested in sustainability, innovation, and social entrepreneurship? Would you like to join an international team of students and work on solutions to one of today’s greatest challenges – […]

Call for Abstracts for DUAL: Dichotomies in Urban Agendas and Logics Conference 2025

On 29 and 30 September 2025, the Aurora international academic conference “DUAL – Dichotomies in Urban Agendas and Logics“, an event promoted within the framework of the European Universities Initiative programme Aurora […]

Sign up for courses at the University of Innsbruck for the winter semester

The University of Innsbruck has prepared several courses for the winter semester that you can enrol in as a UP student and broaden your horizons. Some are online only, others […]