ENLIGHT
ENLIGHT, an alliance of 10 European partners
Consisting of the University of the Basque Country (ES), the University of Bern (CH), the University of Bordeaux (FR), Comenius University Bratislava (SK), the University of Galway (IE), Ghent University (BE), the University of Göttingen (DE), the University of Groningen (NL), the University of Tartu (EE), and Uppsala University (SE). We combine efforts in the areas of education, research, and societal service.
Our mission
- ENLIGHT creates an open space between the partners, where students, teachers, and researchers have easy access to education and research across the entire network. ENLIGHT is strategically and operationally integrated within our institutions to build a sustainable alliance.
- ENLIGHT promotes international learning and increases access to flexible, future-proof learning opportunities. An inter-university campus ensures a seamless mobility experience for students and staff.
- ENLIGHT stimulates knowledge creation with maximum impact by encouraging interdisciplinary, international academic teams to adopt a challenge-focused approach and social engagement, in collaboration with the regional ecosystems of each partner.
Together with cities and regional partners, ENLIGHT focuses on 6 flagship domains:
- Health and well-being
- Digital revolution and Impact of digitization
- Climate change
- Energy and circular economy
- Equity
- Culture and creativity
Do you want to find out what ENLIGHT can mean for you?
Consult specific information for:
- Staff: look for ENLIGHT on the intranet
Want to know more?
Read more about ENLIGHT on the website and in the mission statement.
Follow and like ENLIGHT on social media: LinkedIn, Instagram, X and YouTube – Student Network: LinkedIn Facebook, Instagram and X
Contact
The ENLIGHT team consists of Gijs Coucke (ENLIGHT secretary), Delfien Cloet (project manager), Marieke Merckx (project coordinator for research and outreach), and Judith Goris (project coordinator for education). Additionally, many UGent members play a role within ENLIGHT and collaborate with ENLIGHT colleagues. Curious to get involved? We'd love to hear from you!
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