May 2026 Newsletter

ACEEU brings together accreditation and EU-funded projects to help universities deliver real societal impact. Our work supports institutions in embedding entrepreneurship and engagement at the core of institutional excellence.

Projects

How can universities strengthen their third mission while responding to sustainability, digitalisation, and regional innovation priorities?

This month, ACEEU EU Projects Unit releases free practical tools and learning resources designed to support institutional transformation, entrepreneurial education, and stakeholder engagement. All resources are available in multiple languages, including Spanish, German, Italian, and more.

The SHIFT ESG micro-credential programme builds ESG-related knowledge and skills for students, teachers, researchers, and university staff. The awareness game explore ESG scenarios and make strategic decisions within a simulated university environment.

The I-RESTART Agrifood learning platform fosters innovation and sustainable development in the sectors related to agricultural, agrifood, and veterinary sectors. Also explore the latest newsletter on the project's impacts.

SHIFT LinkedIn

I-Restart LinkedIn

The edu4sdgs Knowledge Hub offers a variety of resources and learning pathways designed to highlight the importance of the SDGs and Emotional Intelligence.

ESG4SMEs training course in ESG Management for Rural SMEs and the simulation game to make ESG principles practical, engaging, and directly applicable for rural SMEs.

Explore here

ESG4SMEs Website

ACEEU Accreditation

The ACEEU Members: Join the Resilient Ventures Hackathon

Do your students have an innovative business idea with the potential to create a more resilient future?

Student start-up teams from across the ACEEU community will strengthen their business ideas through expert feedback, international collaboration, and fresh perspectives on resilience, ethics, and future-oriented innovation.

🏆 €350 Best Team Prize
📅 Registration deadline: 12 June

Register now!

Spotlight Magazine

ACEEU Spotlight Magazine highlights the people and institutions driving meaningful change in higher education. This month's article standouts as an example of how industry collaboration can achieve real impact.

Dr. Robin Ogdol shares the story of HCTeachers of Tomorrow, on how universities can turn industry collaboration into a structured ecosystem that strengthens employability, curriculum relevance, and applied research. Learn how co-created partnerships with schools and stakeholders can move beyond interaction to shared ownership and measurable outcomes.

Read the full article

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