International Week 2026 “Local Pulse, Global Waves” Universities Orchestrating Regional Innovation for a Competitive Europe
Mobility opportunity for teaching and administrative staff of Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv!
We invite you to participate in International Week 2026: “Local Pulse, Global Waves – Universities as Drivers of Regional Innovation for a Competitive Europe.”
When: 23 – 27 November 2026
Where: On site at USTP – University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten, Austria
In a time of rapid global change, universities play a crucial role in strengthening innovation at the regional, national, European and international levels. This year’s International Week invites universities from across Europe and beyond to explore how we can collectively strengthen our capacity to adapt, support our communities, and contribute to a more resilient European future.
Come to St. Pölten for an interactive and innovative exchange with HEIs and other stakeholders: Keynotes and panel discussions, interactive formats, and co-creation sessions offer you the possibility to get to know best practices from different fields, converse with experts from different sectors, and interact with peers from different countries and cultures.
The following topics will be addressed during the International Week:
Target Groups:
The target audience includes key stakeholders who are responsible for strategic development, internationalisation, student support, regional and international partnerships, and innovative teaching and learning formats.
They actively help shape the future viability of their institutions and work to develop structures that make universities, students, and regions more resilient and competitive.
The registration for this year’s International Week is open until November 9, 2026, via this link.
The partners have confirmed that representatives from Taras Shevchenko National University of Kyiv are exempt from the participation fee.
Funding. Participants cover their own travel and accommodation expenses.
Further information regarding International Week 2026 can be found at this link.
