Circle U. is an alliance of ambitious, interdisciplinary European universities committed to society. Together, they are joining forces to create an innovative, inclusive and sustainable European university. Comprising nine partner institutions, including UCLouvain, Circle U. aims to tackle major contemporary challenges by fostering synergy between education, research and innovation.
Circle U. brings together universities, located both within and outside the European Union, which share common values: academic freedom, responsibility, partnership, inclusion and sustainability. The goal is to educate a new generation of citizens capable of working towards a more democratic, healthy and environmentally friendly world through open, interdisciplinary and collaborative learning formats.
UCLouvain is a driving force in the alliance, with a clear vision: to actively contribute to the transformation of European higher education.
For UCLouvain, participating in Circle U. means:
- affirming its social and European commitment;
- stimulating educational innovation and interdisciplinary research;
- strengthening internal and external collaborations;
- offering fresh, concrete opportunities to students, teachers and researchers..
The alliance serves as a strategic catalyst for breaking down barriers, collaboration, and global engagement.
