Atmosphere picture from the U!REKA Connects event.
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Events

18 May 2026
All day
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences,
Nibelungenplatz 1
Frankfurt, 60311 Germany
23 June 2026
All day
Polytechnic University of Lisbon,
Lisbon, Portugal

Past events

15 April 2026
12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
online MS Teams,

Instituto Politécnico de Lisboa (IPL) is pleased to invite teachers, researchers, administrative staff and all stakeholders to its online U!REKA EduForum: 12.30 – 12.45h Welcome and overview of the U!REKA ... Read more

15 April 2026
All day
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences,
Nibelungenplatz 1
Frankfurt, 60311 Germany

Under the title “Future Lab Continuing Education” the DGWF Annual Conference 2026 invites participants to develop, discuss, and reflect on new scenarios for continuing education. The focus is on the ... Read more

14 April 2026
All day
Polytechnic University of Lisbon,
Lisbon, Portugal

The ISCAL International Days 2026 will consist of a mix of research conferences, round tables, discussion groups, and lectures to be held by the participants in their respective field. The ... Read more

09 April 2026
1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
Online,

U!REKA universities are part of the 4A4PEDs project. Its aim is to develop energy-resilient urban districts by combininig data, design, and collaboration. The 4A4PEDs Knowledge Exchange Online Event brings together ... Read more

02 April 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Accessible Presentations and Texts for Inclusive Teaching: Using PowerPoint and Word Thu 2 April 10.00-12.00h am CEST Content: in this workshop, you will explore important aspects of accessibility and how ... Read more

Free
23 March 2026
March 23 - March 27
HOGENT University of Applied Sciencs and Arts,
Ghent, Belgium

During these days, the HOGENT educational programmes and research centres will design experimental activities, that allow HOGENT students to engage with societal challenges in collaboration with partners from the field, ... Read more

01 March 2026
All day
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences,
Nibelungenplatz 1
Frankfurt, 60311 Germany

Join us for the 33rd International Week! Lecturers and practitioners in social work and healthcare from partner institutions of Frankfurt UAS are warmly invited to take part in the 33rd ... Read more

01 March 2026
All day
Polytechnic University of Lisbon,
Lisbon, Portugal

The U!REKA Connects 2026 will take place in Lisbon from 23 to 25 June. The call for proposals is open from 1 January to 1 March 2026.   Building on ... Read more

15 February 2026
All day
Helsinki,
Helsinki, Finland

Join the Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) "Library for a Sustainable Future" organized by Haaga-Helia UAS in collaboration with Metropolia UAS and Laurea UAS. The immersive professional week takes you ... Read more

25 January 2026
All day
Metropolia UAS,
Myyrmäki Campus
Vantaa, Leiritie 1 01600 Finland

Contribute your expertise through a keynote-style lecture and coach international student teams working on ethical and CSR challenges.

15 January 2026
1:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Do you feel a responsibility to make students aware of sustainability and the transition to a new economic way of thinking? Do you want to guide students to become change ... Read more

09 January 2026
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Develop smarter, more sustainable services using practical design thinking tools. Understand how to create solutions that genuinely respond to people’s needs and contexts. If you want to strengthen your impact ... Read more

08 December 2025
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Develop smarter, more sustainable services using practical design thinking tools. Understand how to create solutions that genuinely respond to people’s needs and contexts. If you want to strengthen your impact ... Read more

30 November 2025
All day

During the Week Without Borders, the HOGENT educational programmes and research centres will design experimental activities, that allow HOGENT students to engage with societal challenges in collaboration with partners from ... Read more

24 November 2025
All day
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences,
Nibelungenplatz 1
Frankfurt, 60311 Germany

Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences (Frankfurt UAS) is pleased to invite you to a week filled with different activities to engage all stakeholders with U!REKA European University. The U!REKA Week ... Read more

24 November 2025
All day
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences,
Nibelungenplatz 1
Frankfurt, 60311 Germany

How can we reduce waste in the sense of a sustainable circular economy? And how can we create sustainable systems in which materials can be reused and resources recycled? Frankfurt ... Read more

21 November 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

In this advanced workshop, you'll dive into Power Apps, a tool that allows you to create custom applications with no code or low code, enabling you to address specific business needs and streamline processes without relying on developers. Power Apps empowers you to build apps that integrate seamlessly with Microsoft 365 tools and other systems.

20 November 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
online MS Teams,

The alliance organises bi-monthly Let’s share meetings that take a quick look at recent activities and welcome both old and new participants to learn about current activities at U!REKA European ... Read more

19 November 2025
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

This training course provides an in-depth exploration of modern digital teaching tools, including Kahoot, Slido, Mentimeter, Quizzes, and ChatGPT. Participants will learn how to effectively integrate these tools into their ... Read more

18 November 2025
10:00 am - 1:00 pm

This training course provides an in-depth exploration of modern digital teaching tools, including Kahoot, Slido, Mentimeter, Quizzes, and ChatGPT. Participants will learn how to effectively integrate these tools into their ... Read more

15 November 2025
All day
Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences,
Nibelungenplatz 1
Frankfurt, 60311 Germany

How can we reduce waste in the sense of a sustainable circular economy? And how can we create sustainable systems in which materials can be reused and resources recycled? Frankfurt ... Read more

15 November 2025
All day
Polytechnic University of Lisbon,
Lisbon, Portugal

The ISCAL International Days 2026 will consist of a mix of research conferences, round tables, discussion groups, and lectures to be held by the participants in their respective field. The ... Read more

14 November 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

In this advanced workshop, you’ll discover the power of Power Automate, a tool that allows you to automate manual tasks and create workflows to boost your productivity and efficiency. Whether you want to automate repetitive processes or implement complex business logic, Power Automate provides endless possibilities for automation within Microsoft 365.

06 November 2025
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Get to know the essential features of Challenge-Based Learning (CBL) through a dynamic workshop and explore a practical case. In just 90 minutes, you will gain valuable insights into how ... Read more

04 November 2025
All day
Amsterdam University of Applied Sciences,
Amsterdam, Netherlands

The U!REKA Research Days 2025 will bring together 100+ researchers from the 11 partners in the U!REKA European University Alliance, representing a wide range of research domains and disciplines, and ... Read more

03 November 2025
All day
Scottish Event Campus,
Glasgow, United Kingdom

Next year, EAIE organizers tune into the rhythm of revolution – a call to question, collaborate and create lasting change. Set against the backdrop of Glasgow, a city that lives ... Read more

30 October 2025
All day

About this event: Event organizer: U!Innovate What is U!Innovate? In 2025, U!REKA and partner businesses have been awarded major project funding from the European Institute of Innovation and Technology (EIT) ... Read more

24 October 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

OneNote, the app to structure digital notes and content from a host of different sources.

23 October 2025
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
online MS Teams,

We cordially invite all employees and students of the doctoral degree at the Local EduForum to participate in the U!REKA activities. Topic: U!REKA – how can I join the activities? ... Read more

23 October 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Teams, we can hardly live without it as it is the most common platform for online collaboration. During the workshop the participants will be taken on a walk through the different components of Teams.

21 October 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Join us for a hands-on workshop focused on SharePoint Lists, a powerful tool within Microsoft 365 that allows you to track, manage, and share information seamlessly. Whether you’re managing projects, inventories, or tasks, SharePoint Lists offers a flexible way to organize and collaborate.

20 October 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

In this engaging workshop, you will explore the powerful features of Microsoft Forms, a tool that allows you to create surveys, quizzes, and polls with ease. Whether you’re gathering feedback ... Read more

17 October 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Unlock your creativity and collaboration potential with Microsoft Whiteboard in this hands-on workshop. This versatile digital canvas allows you to brainstorm, plan, and collaborate in real-time, whether you’re working solo ... Read more

16 October 2025
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
online MS Teams,

In this interactive workshop, you will dive into two powerful tools within Office 365: Planner and To Do. These tools are designed to help you stay organized, collaborate effectively, and ... Read more

15 October 2025
All day
VSB – Technical University of Ostrava,
17. listopadu 2172/15
Ostrava, Czech Republic

This course provides participants with the tools and techniques necessary to manage their time more effectively, enhancing productivity and reducing stress. The training covers key principles of time management, such ... Read more

15 October 2025
All day
VSB – Technical University of Ostrava,
17. listopadu 2172/15
Ostrava, Czech Republic

This course focuses on developing effective presentation skills that enable participants to confidently deliver engaging and persuasive presentations. The training covers essential aspects of public speaking, including audience analysis, speech ... Read more

14 October 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Square Brussels,
Mont des Arts
Brussels, 1000 Belgium

U!REKA European University offers the workshop "Let's build the future in cities together — accelerating the climate transition through impactful, European city-university collaboration" as part of the 23rd European Week of Regions and Cities. ... Read more

13 October 2025
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
online MS Teams,

Revisiting your assignments with the advent of AI. It’s an active workshop that starts with an introduction to the different possibilities to evaluate with AI. After the introduction, participants will exchange thoughts and brainstorm on possible solutions. Rather than giving the participants an exhaustive list of tips and tricks, we stimulate them to think outside the box and get inspired by their colleagues.

10 October 2025
October 10, 2025 - December 12, 2025
online MS Teams,

Are you interested in internationalising your teaching and classroom, online and/or live, and curious about how this is being done at other universities of applied sciences? Then this course is ... Read more

U!REKA Connects

U!REKA organises an annual networking event, hosted by a different partner each year. This highly anticipated gathering is a prime opportunity for strengthening our existing partnerships and forging new joint activities. Attendees share expertise through interactive workshops, presentations and more.

Upcoming
Lisbon 2026
Lisboa school.

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Frankfurt 2027
Frankfurt UAS.

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Review

Helsinki 2025

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Ostrava 2024

Calls

Events, conferences, publications, and much more: Please find here all information about current calls for proposals, registrations, and deadlines.

11 May 2026
All day
Polytechnic University of Lisbon,
Lisbon, Portugal

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Podcast

Gain in-depth knowledge about how we designed and built the U!REKA European University. In four interviews with members of the U!REKA project team, we take a deep dive into our values, communication concept and course catalogue.

Publications

You can’t get enough of U!REKA? Then take this opportunity to discover our publications. In upcoming articles, interviews and monographs, we will take a detailed and in-depth look at individual aspects of our alliance.