We cordially invite you to the Opening Conference of the Arqus Joint Master’s Programme European Studies on the topic of “Europe as a Global Actor – Exploring Future Perspectives in Teaching and Research”, which will take place in a hybrid format from October 9-13, 2023.
The Master's programme, which was jointly developed by the four partner universities of the Arqus European University Alliance, Granada, Graz, Leipzig and Vilnius, aims not only to provide an interdisciplinary understanding of Europe's role in the world but also to combine the academic expertise of these universities.
The global challenges which European societies are confronted with, have multiplied and become more complex over the last years. How shall actors in Europe respond to multiple and interconnected crises, including climate change, the rise of populism, global health, economic ruptures, and war?
In this context, the new Arqus Joint Master’s Programme European Studies will provide students with critical perspectives, specialized knowledge and advanced expertise to analyze, comprehend and mediate insights about the shifting position of European actors and societies in a globally connected world. Joining forces within the Alliance, the universities designed a programme that combines social, cultural, political, economic, legal, and historical approaches to the study of contemporary Europe.
From October 9 to 13, a multi-sited hybrid conference will not only celebrate the launch of this Programme, but will offer discussions on the type of challenges that emerge for research and teaching in European Studies. The conference will count on a keynote on Monday, October 9, at 5.30pm CET, given by Prof. Madina Tlostanova (Linköping University) on “„Reimagining Europe(s) in the Face of Complex Political, Enviro-climatic, and Onto-epistemic Challenges“.
Round tables and student activities complete the conference program.
Details on the exact program as well as the registration link can be found in the flyer attached.
The conference is open to all interested parties and the invitation is extended to students, teachers and researchers worldwide!