About the Aurora Alliance
Aurora European Universities Alliance is one of the selected European university alliances in the Erasmus + “European Universities” initiative, which aims to increase the quality and competitiveness of European Higher Education. The Alliance consists out of a consortium of research universities committed in building their future and promoting European values and identity.
Aurora News
Inclusivity Is Key In The Aurora Student Council
In June 2025, Aurora Student Council (ASC) members gathered at the Universität Innsbruck for their biannual Aurora Student Conference. During the conference, they voted in the new ASC Board for the academic year 2025/2026. ASC President Simona Gibalovà from Aurora Associate Partner Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, talks about her journey toward becoming president, and … Continued
26. February 2026
Aurora Student Conference 2026 – University of Iceland, Reykjavík
On 12–14 January 2026, Aurora Student Council members Simona Gibalová and Katarína Ďurčianski attended the Aurora Student Conference 2026 held at the University of Iceland in Reykjavík, where they represented Pavol Jozef Šafárik University. It was the first in-person student event of the Aurora network in 2026. The event brought together students from across Europe … Continued
11. February 2026
Aurora Presidents’ Meeting in Brussels
Simona Gibalová, a fourth-year student of General Medicine, attended the Aurora Presidents’ Meeting in Brussels on 13-14 November 2025. During the two days of negotiations, Simona and the ASC Vice-President Eliška Karasová attended the General Council meeting, where they presented the achievements of the Aurora Student Council in the first quarter of their leadership. They … Continued
10. December 2025
Aurora Icebreaking
An Aurora workshop titled Icebreaking was held at Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice, with a focus on multicultural exchange and building connections among students. The theme of the workshop centered on presenting one’s culture, traditions, and customs, allowing students from different backgrounds to share unique elements of their heritage and learn from one another. … Continued
18. November 2025
Introducing Aurora Alliance to new students
The introductory days for new students at Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice were marked by welcoming first-year students, presenting the faculties, and showcasing the opportunities offered by the university. As part of the programme, there was also a presentation of the European university alliance Aurora, which is an important element of UPJŠ’s internationalisation activities. … Continued
26. September 2025
UPJŠ Students at Aurora Open 2025
From 25 to 28 June 2025, the Aurora Open 2025 event took place at our partner university, University of Innsbruck, bringing together students from all universities forming the Aurora Alliance. The event was a combination of a student conference and a beach volleyball tournament. UPJŠ in Košice was represented at this event by Simona Gibalová … Continued
8. July 2025
Aurora Events
Aurora Lunch Talks Series 2026
Join us for our monthly Lunch Talk! This is a series where members of Aurora universities working or interested in the field of internationalisation are invited to share experiences, debate and ask questions. The aim is to create an interactive get-together where we can learn from each other, share ideas and good practices. When and … Continued
24. February 2026
BIP – Digital Citizenship as a Contested Space
This Blended Intensive Programme explores digital citizenship as a dynamic and contested concept shaped by discourse, power relations, and unequal access within digital environments. Using critical discourse analysis, students examine how digital platforms, algorithms, and online interactions influence visibility, participation, and voice in contemporary public spheres. Through experiential and collaborative learning, international student teams apply … Continued
16. February 2026
BIP: Digital Resilience for a Vital Europe
In today’s digital landscape, the ability to withstand and adapt to technological, legal, and sociopolitical disruptions is essential. That’s why we at the Chair of Sustainability and Innovation in Digital Ecosystems are organising a Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) on Digital Resilience in partnership with Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, Copenhagen Business School and Pavol Jozef Šafárik University.
12. February 2026
Aurora Global COIL Fair 2026 – Call for Participants
The Aurora Global COIL Fair 2026 will take place online on April 8, 2026. This event brings together instructors from Aurora universities, associate institutions, and global partners to connect, identify future collaborators, and begin developing Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) projects. Prílohy File File size SM_Global COIL fair_08042026_v1 175 KB
11. February 2026
BIP – Social Entrepreneurship from a Regional and International Perspective
Turn your ideas about “doing something good” into a real project! This course gives you a practical introduction to social entrepreneurship, looking at how mission-driven businesses work both in our region and across Europe. Organized by the Department of Economic and Managerial Studies at Palacký University Olomouc, it is structured as a blended experience: one online session … Continued
5. February 2026
BIP: AI in Education
Join this BIP at VU Amsterdam and explore how artificial intelligence can be integrated into teaching and learning in higher education in a productive, responsible, and strategic way.This course combines online sessions with an on-site week in Amsterdam (22–26 June 2026). Together with peers from Aurora partner universities and beyond, you’ll deepen your expertise, exchange best … Continued
26. January 2026
