Moldova State University (USM) in Chișinău, Republic of Moldova (22-26 septembrie 2025)
The purpose of the visit was to document good practices related to the use of European structural and investment funds aimed at strengthening competitiveness and resilience in the European business environment. As part of the academic activities, on 24 September 2025, Mr. Mazilu delivered the seminar “The Economy of the Self: From Resilience to Creativity” at the Faculty of International Relations, Political and Administrative Sciences of USM. The seminar brought together 46 students and provided an interdisciplinary perspective on the relationship between individual resilience, creativity, and the broader dynamics of European competitiveness. The discussions highlighted the importance of European instruments for sustainable development and encouraged critical reflection on the personal dimension of resilience within contemporary economic contexts.
During the visit, collaborative discussions were held with Ms. Cristina Morari, University Lecturer and Vice-Dean of the Faculty of International Relations, Political and Administrative Sciences. The exchanges addressed best practices in accessing and utilizing European structural and investment funds, the institutional needs specific to the Republic of Moldova, and opportunities for future cooperation in the context of the country’s pre-accession efforts. The study visit contributed significantly to strengthening academic ties between the “Alexandru Ioan Cuza” University of Iași and the Moldova State University, creating a foundation for potential joint initiatives, collaborative projects, and continued knowledge exchange.
European Association for International Education (EAIE) 2025
The annual conference and exhibition of the European Association for International Education (EAIE), one of the world’s largest gatherings in international higher education, took place in Gothenburg on 9–12 September 2025. Over 7,000 participants from more than 100 countries came together for a week of knowledge-sharing, networking and collaboration.
Hosted by the University of Gothenburg, together with Chalmers University of Technology, Jönköping University, the University of Borås, Halmstad University and the University of Skövde, the conference offered inspiring sessions and workshops at the Swedish Exhibition & Congress Centre, alongside a wide range of events hosted by the University of Gothenburg.
