(IN BRIEF) The Dutch government has allocated €20.5 million to Twente’s Project Beethoven for 2025-2026 as part of the National Microchip Talent Reinforcement Plan, aiming to increase the number of technical graduates and support the growing microchip sector. Twente’s educational … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Technology
Tagged Education, INNOVATION, investment, Microchip Talent Development, National Plan, partnership, University of Twente
(IN BRIEF) The Vodafone Foundation has introduced “Me, Myself & AI,” a campaign across Europe aimed at educating young people about Artificial Intelligence (AI). Through a series of 60 social media videos and interactive content on platforms like TikTok and … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Electronics & Machinery, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, Marketing, News, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged 'Me Myself & AI', AI Knowledge, Education, Europe, Joakim Reiter, Professor Dr. Gergana Vladova, Vodafone Foundation, YOUTH
(IN BRIEF) The German Academic Exchange Service (DAAD) has published new findings highlighting Germany’s growing appeal as a top destination for international academics and students, second only to the United States. In 2021, Germany hosted over 75,000 international researchers, surpassing … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Dr. Sadie Jones, an astronomer from the University of Southampton, has drawn inspiration from her expedition to Svalbard, Norway, to write her first children’s book, Seren and the Polar Bear Cub, aimed at readers 10 and up. The … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) voestalpine’s expanded 24-hour childcare program at its Linz site has been warmly received by employees, especially those working in shifts. In its first year, the program has seen over a 30% increase in enrollment, with more than half … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Newcastle and Northumbria universities have renewed their partnership through the Collaborative Newcastle Universities Agreement, aiming to support Newcastle’s health, economic growth, and environmental sustainability. This partnership focuses on community initiatives like expanding educational access, promoting student well-being, and … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) AF Gruppen has been awarded a NOK 1.4 billion contract to develop the Diakonhjemmet Campus in Oslo, which will include facilities for a health and social care high school, VID University College, a metro platform, and shared infrastructure. … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Norway, Technology
Tagged AF Gruppen, Amund Tøftum, Diakonhjemmet Campus Project, Education, expansion, health, Oslo, partnership, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) Neuberger Berman, EQT, and CPP Investments, along with a consortium of global investors, have signed agreements to acquire Nord Anglia Education for USD 14.5 billion. Nord Anglia, a leading international schools organization with over 80 schools in 33 … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Sweden, Technology
Tagged acquisition, Andrew Fitzmaurice, CPP Investments, David Stonberg, Education, EQT, investments, Neuberger Berman, Nord Anglia Education, partnership
(IN BRIEF) A collaboration between the universities of York and Hull, along with the university-access charity IntoUniversity, is launching two new education centres in Grimsby and Bridlington. These centres aim to support disadvantaged young people aged 7-18, who are often … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Bridlington, charity, Disadvantaged Youth, Dr. Rachel Carr, Education, Grimsby, IntoUniversity, partnership, Professor Charlie Jeffery, sustainability, Universities of York and Hull
(IN BRIEF) Two schools in Vinnytsia Oblast, Ukraine, have reopened after energy-efficient renovations funded by the European Investment Bank (EIB) under the Ukraine Recovery Programme. These upgrades, benefiting over 700 students and staff, reduce CO2 emissions and energy consumption while … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Education, Environment, European Union, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Technology, Ukraine
Tagged Education, EIB, EU, partnership, renovation, SCHOOLS, sustainability, Teresa Czerwinska, UKRAINE, Vasyl Shkurakov, Vinnytsia Oblast
(IN BRIEF) Jørgen Vig Knudstorp, after over 20 years of leadership at LEGO and KIRKBI, will step down from his executive role by the end of 2024. He will transition into a non-executive role, focusing on children’s education initiatives through … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Construction, Denmark, Education, Industrial, Investment, Management, News
Tagged appointment, Education, Jørgen Vig Knudstorp, KIRKBI, leadership, LEGO, Thomas Kirk Kristiansen
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB) Group has launched a photo exhibition in Ljubljana to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Slovenia’s membership in the European Union. The exhibition, titled “Slovenia – 20 Years of Progress in the EU,” features … Read the full press release
Posted in Art & Culture, Banks, Financial, Government, Infrastructure & Utilities, Slovenia
Tagged 20th anniversary, economic growth, Education, EIB Group, EIF, EU membership, EU policy objectives, European Investment Bank, European Investment Fund, European Union, financing, Gallus Embankment, infrastructure, INNOVATION, Klemen Boštjančič, Kyriacos Kakouris, Ljubljana, low carbon economy, photo exhibit, Simon Savšek, Slovenia, social infrastructure, sustainable development
(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter is relaunching its undergraduate Mining Engineering degree programme at the Penryn Campus, starting in the 2025/26 academic year. The programme, part of the University’s Engineering 2030 Strategy, is reintroduced by the Camborne School of … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, Metals and Minerals, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Andrew Fulton, Camborne School of Mines, Education, Matt Daley, mining, Mining Engineering Degree Programme, Professor Lisa Roberts, Professor Pat Foster, University of Exeter
(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente (UT) and Forschungszentrum Jülich (FZJ) have formalized their longstanding collaboration with a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU). Signed during a special event at Jülich, the MoU focuses on strategic areas such as education and … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Management, Netherlands, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Education, Forschungszentrum Jülich, Germany, Hans Hilgenkamp, Jennifer Herek, partnership, RESEARCH, University of Twente
(IN BRIEF) Accenture has finalized its acquisition of Udacity, a leading digital education platform renowned for its technology courses blending online flexibility with human instruction. This strategic move emphasizes Accenture’s dedication to addressing the evolving workforce needs, particularly by equipping … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Investment, Ireland, Management, News, Technology
Tagged Accenture, acquisition, AI, Education, partnership, sustainability, Udacity, USA
(IN BRIEF) Siemens Digital Industries Software introduces a groundbreaking program in collaboration with the University of Colorado Boulder and Pennsylvania State University to credential students and enhance career readiness in engineering fields. These industry-recognized credentials, endorsed by ABET, will supplement … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged ABET, Dora Smith, Dr. Christy Bozic, Dr. Meg Handley, Education, Engineering Talent Gap, Innovative Credential Program, Jessica Silwick, partnership, Pennsylvania State University, Siemens, sustainability, University of Colorado Boulder, USA
(IN BRIEF) Professor Daniel Arribas-Bel, a member of the University’s School of Environmental Sciences and Department of Geography and Planning, has been awarded the 2024 Taylor & Francis Award by the Royal Geographical Society for his outstanding contribution to teaching … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Fund (EIF) has committed to guaranteeing over €100 million in financing through three intermediaries in Germany and Spain. Aimed at providing better access to education and training for underprivileged students and learners, the initiative is … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Education, Financial, Germany, Government, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Spain
Tagged Education, EIF, European Commission, Germany, investment, Margaritis Schinas, Marjut Falkstedt, partnership, Spain, Underprivileged Students
(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Intelligent Solutions (VOIS) is making significant strides in its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives, particularly through its Brighter Futures program. Since 2018, VOIS has impacted over 375,000 individuals, focusing on community engagement, education, and digital skills development. … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) The European Investment Bank (EIB), recognized as the EU’s climate bank, has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing sustainable finance and climate dialogue by renewing its support for the Sciences Po European Chair for Sustainable Development and Climate Transition. … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News, Science, Technology
Tagged Ambroise Fayolle, Arancha González Laya, Education, EIB, EIB Institute, EU's climate bank, INNOVATION, Julia Marton-Lefèvre, Marc Ringel, Mechthild Woersdoerfer, partnership, Prof. Jeffrey Sachs, Prof. Laurence Tubiana, Sciences Po, Shiva Dustdar, sustainability, Sustainable Development and Climate Transition, Tim Gould
(IN BRIEF) Lightsource bp recently held the New Energy Business School for the second consecutive year, offering a comprehensive two-day program focused on energy transition business and leadership. Located in the Netherlands, the school provides advanced education in various aspects … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Energy, Gas & Oil, Industrial, Management, Media, Netherlands, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Bert Stuj, Education, Energy Business School, energy transition, Jolyon Ridgwell, Lightsource BP, Netherland
(IN BRIEF) VINCI, one of the founding sponsors of the INSA Foundation (Institut national des sciences appliquées), has extended its partnership for an additional three years to support INSA’s humanist engineer model. This collaboration includes funding the national host scholarship … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) Effective January 1, the Faculty of Mechanical, Maritime and Materials Science (3mE) has adopted a new name, Mechanical Engineering (ME), in response to the evolving nature of its research programs and to strengthen its external identity. The decision … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Industrial, Management, Netherlands, News, Science, Technology
Tagged 3mE, Education, Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Rebranding, RESEARCH, TU Delft
(IN BRIEF) The Wiener Börse Akademie, in collaboration with the WIFI Management Forum and Wiener Börse AG, presents an opportunity for individuals to kickstart their financial resolutions by enhancing their financial knowledge. With a wide range of courses covering 30 … Read the full press release
Posted in Austria, Business, Economy, Education, Environment, Financial, Industrial, International Trade, Investment, Management, News
Tagged Education, Erwin Hof, Financial Knowledge, investment, New Year's Discount, partnership, seminars, Vienna Stock Exchange, Wiener Börse AG, Wiener Börse Akademie, WIFI Management Forum, workshops
(IN BRIEF) The University of Helsinki’s international master’s programs for 2024 received an impressive 12,665 applications from 10,662 applicants. The Master’s Program in Computer Science was the most sought after with 1,402 applications, followed closely by the Master’s Program in … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) BBVA in Colombia has awarded university scholarships to the children of micro-entrepreneur clients of Bancamía across the country. These scholarships are a testament to the resilience, creativity, and determination exhibited by the parents of these students. Mario Pardo … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, Small Business, Society, Spain
Tagged Awards, BBVA, Children in Need, Colombia, Education, Financial, Mario Pardo Bayona, micro-entrepreneurs, partnership, sustainability, University Scholarships
(IN BRIEF) In celebration of its 125th anniversary, RWE established the RWE Foundation with a substantial starting capital of 125 million euros, dedicated to fostering equal opportunities for children and young people across Europe. The foundation recently unveiled two of … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Energy, Gas & Oil, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Non Profit, Society
Tagged Disadvantaged Youth, donation, Education, Endowment, Gabriele Tennagels, RWE, RWE Foundation, society
(IN BRIEF) In a time marked by disruptions in education for over 5.3 million children due to the ongoing war in Ukraine, Star For Life Ukraine, a non-profit organization, is dedicated to promoting informal tech education. The aim is to … Read the full press release
Posted in Education, Non Profit, Science, Society, Technology, Ukraine
Tagged Blockchain, charity, Computer for Kids, Education, Empowering Ukrainian children, gender equality, Girls in Tech project, inclusiveness, IT skills, Kateryna Tkachenko, mental health, scholarship, Scratch Lab for kids, Star for Life Ukraine, Summer Tech Camps, tech education, Tech Labs, Tech School, UKRAINE, Ukrainian tech talents, war in Ukraine
(IN BRIEF) Vodafone Foundation and UNHCR, the United Nations refugee agency, hosted an event in London to underscore the significance of education for refugees and the necessity for increased investment in this sector. The event showcased the Instant Network Schools … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Industrial, Management, News, Society, Technology, Telecom, United Kingdom
Tagged CHILDREN, Dr. Hanan Hamdan, Education, Emi Mahmoud, Gail Gallie, Joakim Reiter, Lisa Felton, Margherita Della Valle, Nhial Deng, partnership, Raouf Mazou, refugees, sustainability, Thomas Fiechter, Tomas Lamanauskas, UNHCR, vodafone, Vodafone Foundation
(IN BRIEF) The Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) is set to restructure its doctoral provision, effective from 2024, as part of its commitment to ensuring access to top-notch doctoral training. This strategic move aligns with BBSRC’s 2022-2025 delivery … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Financial, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Science, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged BBSRC, Doctoral Provision, Dr David McAllister, Education, partnership, training, UKRI
(IN BRIEF) EQT, in collaboration with the founding family of Benesse Holdings, Inc., a leading education and nursing care provider in Japan, is set to initiate a Tender Offer to privatize the company, which is listed on the Tokyo Stock … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Government, Healthcare, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Real Estate, Sweden
Tagged Benesse Holdings, Education, EQT, Japan, Nursing Care Sectors, partnership, Privatization, sustainability
(IN BRIEF) A new report by EY highlights the pressing need for universities to revamp their digital education practices and improve the overall student experience. The report, based on data from over 3,000 undergraduate and postgraduate students across eleven countries … Read the full press release
Posted in Business, Education, Government, Industrial, Internet & Online, Management, News, Technology, United Kingdom
Tagged Australia, CANADA, Catherine Friday, digital, Education, EY, INDIA, Ireland, Japan, New Zealand, partnership, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, student, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, universities, US
(IN BRIEF) The President of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, welcomed King Abdullah II of Jordan to Brussels and discussed recent regional developments. During the visit, the EU announced a substantial support package for Jordan worth €902 million, … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Economy, Education, Environment, European Union, Financial, Government, Industrial, Infrastructure & Utilities, Investment, Luxembourg, Management, News
Tagged economic development, Education, EIB, EU, Gelsomina Vigliotti, JORDAN, King Abdullah II, Olivér Várhelyi, partnership, sustainability, Ursula von der Leyen, water infrastructure
(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has inaugurated the Creative Quadrant (CQ), a new space within the University of Exeter Business School designed to inspire budding entrepreneurs and cultivate contemporary business skills among students. The CQ encourages students to engage … Read the full press release
(IN BRIEF) SAP SE has become a member of the Stanford University Human-Centered Intelligence (HAI) Corporate Affiliate Program. This collaboration will support Stanford HAI’s research, policy, and education initiatives focused on the responsible development and implementation of artificial intelligence (AI). … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Environment, Financial, Germany, Industrial, Investment, Management, News, Technology
Tagged artificial intelligence (AI), Education, HAI Corporate Affiliate Program, James Landay, Juergen Mueller, Panos Madamopoulos, partnership, policy, RESEARCH, SAP, Stanford University
(IN BRIEF) Accenture and TD Bank have partnered to establish a cross-industry coalition comprising Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) and Chief Communications Officers (CCOs) powered by Disability:IN. This coalition aims to accelerate disability inclusion in the marketing and communications professions by … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Industrial, Ireland, Management, Marketing, News, Society, Technology
Tagged Accenture, accessibility content, Adobe, CCOs, CMOs, Communications, community building, disability inclusion, Disability:IN, Education, Employment, Experian, Inclusion and diversity, Jill Houghton, Jill Kramer, John Pluhowski, marketing, partnership, PWDs, representation, SAP, society, TD Bank, thought leadership
(IN BRIEF) The University of Twente (UT) is reaffirming its commitment to harnessing AI’s potential in education through a high-profile AI in education Hackathon and the publication of a groundbreaking magazine on AI in education. UT aims to demonstrate the … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Industrial, Management, Media, Netherlands, News, Technology
Tagged AI, Education, hackathon, Kim Schildkamp, magazine, University of Twente
(IN BRIEF) Ericsson and RMIT University have partnered to establish the RMIT & Ericsson AI Lab at RMIT’s campus in Hanoi, Vietnam. This collaboration builds on their existing 5G education partnership, aiming to educate Vietnamese students about 5G and emerging … Read the full press release
Posted in Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business, Education, Industrial, Management, News, Sweden, Technology, Telecom
Tagged 5G, AI-lab, Claire Macken, digital transformation, Education, Ericsson, Hanoi, Mr Denis Brunetti, partnership, RMIT University, Vietnam
(IN BRIEF) The University of York’s Inclusive Learning team has been awarded a national Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE) by Advance HE for their value-based approach to inclusive teaching and learning. The team leads and supports projects focused on … Read the full press release
Posted in Awards, Business, Education, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged Advance HE, Awards, Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE), Education, Inclusive Learning Team, inclusivity, Jan Ball-Smith, national award, partnership, Professor Charlie Jeffery, teaching, University of York
(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Bank has introduced its 2023 Student current account, offering various incentives to new students. Those who open the account and deposit £500 between August 1st and October 31st, 2023, will receive a cash lump sum of £100 … Read the full press release
Posted in Banks, Business, Education, Financial, Investment, Management, News, United Kingdom
Tagged 2023 Student Account, Cash Incentives, Credit Interest, Education, Lloyds Bank, Philip Robinson
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