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The mission – a collaboration between the University of Bologna, Tunisian universities, and institutions – aimed to promote new joint initiatives, such as multidisciplinary educational projects and mobility programmes for students, faculty, and staff
This January, the University Governing Bodies discussed several key topics, including the appointment of the Evaluation Group for 2025-2028, the degree programme catalogue for 2025-2026, the Integrated Activity and Organization Plan (PIAO), the Gender Equality Plan (GEP) 2025-2027, paid study leave for technical-administrative staff, and the agreement with Modernissimo S.r.l.
The University of Bologna reaffirms its strong appeal with a 3% increase in enrolments compared to last year, along with significant growth in applications, enrolments in second-cycle degree programmes (almost +8%), and the number of international students (+23%)
In the latest Times Higher Education by Subject rankings, the University of Bologna holds the most top positions among Italian universities and ranks twice in the global top 50
Despite Reduced Ordinary Financing Fund Allocations and Increased Personnel Costs, the Budget Ensures Sustainability in the Short and Medium Term, Confirming Investments in Student Support, Doctoral Programmes, and Infrastructure Projects
This is confirmed by the latest edition of the GreenMetric ranking, which evaluates universities’ actions for environmental sustainability. The University of Bologna ranks first in Italy for the eighth consecutive year and has reached ninth place in the global rankings
Inclusive access of classrooms and student spaces for people with disabilities, the responsible and ethical use of Generative Artificial Intelligence, the prevention and fight against harassment and discrimination, staff planning for 2025, and the supplementary collective labour agreement for technical-administrative and managerial staff: these are some of the topics discussed during the University’s governing body meetings in November
A fertilizer and a magnet take the spotlight in the initiative showcasing the most innovative ideas for the ecological transition in the Emilia-Romagna Region
Among the winners of the national competition recognizing the best patents from public research is a device developed at the University of Bologna to absorb impacts in helmets. Two other Unibo patents also reached the finals: an innovative IT system for monitoring and predicting soil moisture levels, and a device that generates continuous electric current through alkaline oxidation of organic waste materials
Rector Giovanni Molari, together with local and regional authorities and the Minister of Universities and Research, attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new ER.GO university residence offering 30 beds
University of Bologna PhD student Mariangela Rea has been recognised for her research advancing safer food packaging. She is one of the winners of the Una Europa PhD Impact Competition, an initiative celebrating PhD candidates who make significant contributions to shaping the future
The power of academic cooperation—for the future of education, research, social engagement, and addressing challenges such as diminishing government funding for universities—was at the heart of Rector Giovanni Molari’s speech opening the Una Europa General Assembly.
Through knowledge and action, the University of Bologna amplifies the impact of every single generous gesture, turning it into common good: from supporting the right to higher education to contributing to a research activity that is free and looks for concrete answers to health, environmental and social matters
This December, the Choir and Orchestra of the University of Bologna will host two special events: the Advent Concert at the Church of Santa Cristina and the annual Christmas Concert at the Auditorium Manzoni
Rector Giovanni Molari, accompanied by Vice Rector for International Relations Raffaella Campaner, led the University of Bologna on a mission to Japan aimed at consolidating its international standing and fostering dialogue on some of today’s most pressing global issues. Among the key events were the International Association of Universities (IAU) conference and the Rector’s participation in the Conversation Series organized by the United Nations University Centre in Tokyo—an interactive platform for debates on global challenges such as international security, sustainable development, and technological governance
During his lecture, President Mattarella praised the University of Bologna, recognizing its enduring tradition, prominent role in the global academic landscape, dedication to international collaboration, and its ability to adapt to changing times to remain at the forefront of modernity