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February

ENP scholarships from the EU for graduates coming from EU Member States

ENP scholarships from the EU for graduates coming from EU Member States3/2/2012 » more

BRIGG Paper 1/2012 - The European Union’s Policy towards Central Asia and South Caucasus: a Coherent Strategy?

The Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies has published a Bruges Regional Integration & Global Governance (BRIGG) Paper entitled "The European Union’s Policy towards Central Asia and South Caucasus: a Coherent Strategy?" by Ms Laurène AUBERT, Alumna of the Albert Einstein Promotion.2/2/2012 » more

New Application deadlines for Canada, China, Croatia, ENP Countries, Hungary, Norway, San Marino, Serbia, Spain, Turkey

New Application deadlines for Canada, China, Croatia, ENP Countries, Hungary, Norway, San Marino, Serbia, Spain, Turkey.2/2/2012 » more

EU Diplomacy Paper 2/2012 - The Deputisation of the High Representative / Vice-President of the Commission: Making the Impossible Job Work

A new EU Diplomacy Paper entitled "The Deputisation of the High Representative / Vice-President of the Commission: Making the Impossible Job Work" has been written by Mr. Martin SCHMID, Alumnus of the Albert Einstein promotion.2/2/2012 » more

Scholarships for Belgian applicants offered by the College of Europe

Scholarships for Belgian applicants offered by the College of Europe2/2/2012 » more

January

Bruges European Economic Policy Briefing n° 23: "Coltran from Central Africa, International Trade and Implications for Any Certification" by Raimund BLEISCHWITZ, Monika DITTRICH and Chiara PIERDICCA.

A new Bruges European Economic Policy briefing (BEEP n° 23) has been released by Raimund BLEISCHWITZ, Monika DITTRICH and Chiara PIERDICCA.26/1/2012 » more

Publication of the EPC Issue Paper "The EEAS at Work: How to improve EU Foreign Policy?"

On 25 January 2012, the EPC Issue Paper "The EEAS at Work: How to improve EU Foreign Policy?" was launched. Professor Stephan KEUKELEIRE, Chairholder of the TOTAL Chair of EU Foreign Policy, was one of the members of the "EEAS Task Force" of the EPC.27/1/2012 » more

Scholarships to university graduates from the European Neighbourhood Policy countries

The EU (European Commission/DG Education and Culture) offers a large number of scholarships to university graduates from the European Neighbourhood Policy countries wanting to study at the College of Europe. The deadline for submission of applications is 15 March 2012.24/1/2012 » more

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled "La défense des droits de l’homme en Chine: le Parlement européen est-il la voix normative de l’Union européenne?" has been written by Ms Isabelle de LICHTERVELDE.

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled "La défense des droits de l’homme en Chine: le PLICHTarlement européen est-il la voix normative de l’Union européenne?" has been written by Ms Isabelle de LICHTERVELDE.24/1/2012 » more

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled "The EU and US as International Actors in Disaster Relief" has been written by Messrs Erik BRATTBERG and Mark RHINARD.

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled "The EU and US as International Actors in Disaster Relief" has been written by Messrs Erik BRATTBERG and Mark RHINARD.20/1/2012 » more

EU Diplomacy Paper 1/2012 - The 2011 Debacle over Danish Border Control: A Mismatch of Domestic and European Games

A new EU Diplomacy Paper entitled "The 2011 Debacle over Danish Border Control: A Mismatch of Domestic and European Games" has been written by Mr. Malthe MUNKØE, Consultant at Dansk Erhverv/The Danish Chamber of Commerce.16/1/2012 » more

Article by Professor Jacques RUPNIK in praise of Mr Vaclav HAVEL

Professor Jacques RUPNIK who teaches in the European General Studies programme, published an article in praise of Mr Vaclav HAVEL in the New Republic.10/1/2012 » more

December

EU Diplomacy Papers 9/2011 & 10/2011

Two new EU Diplomacy Papers have been written: "Thinking Further about EU-Russia Cooperation: Drug Trafficking and Related Issues in Central Asia", by Nathan DUFOUR (Alumnus of the Albert Einstein Promotion) and "The EU’s Gas Security of Supply: Risk Analysis and Management", by Anselm RITTER (Alumnus of the Albert Einstein Promotion)20/12/2011 » more

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled "Fight Against the Illegal Antiquities' Traffic in the EU: Bridging the Legislative Gaps" has been written by Alesia KOUSH.

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled "Fight Against the Illegal Antiquities' Traffic in the EU: Bridging the Legislative Gaps" has been written by Alesia KOUSH.20/12/2011 » more

EU China Observer: Issue 6/2011

The InBev-Baillet Latour Chair of European Union-China Relations is pleased to announce that issue 6/2011 of the electronic journal "EU China Observer" has been released.19/12/2011 » more

Vacancy - Director of Studies, Department of European Economic Studies, Bruges Campus

The College of Europe is seeking applications for the position of Director of Studies (40 to 50% of a full-time position) for the Department of European Economic Studies, Bruges Campus starting from the academic year 2012-2013, and beginning on 1 July 2012.16/12/2011 » more

Cooperation Project between the Province of West-Flanders and the College of Europe

On Wednesday 7 December, in the framework of the cooperation project between the Province of West-Flanders and the College of Europe, Ms Ruth SEITZ,Policy Officer at the European Commission - Directorate General for Education and Culture, gave a lecture on “Working in the EU Institutions” to the students of Office Management at the KHBO in Bruges. In the same framework, Ms Nicoleta TUOMINEN, Academic Assistant of the Law Department, will give a lecture on “European Trade Policy” at the KULAK in Kortrijk on Monday 19 December 2011. 16/12/2011 » more

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled "Vers une nouvelle 'gouvernance économique'?" has been written by H.E. Minister Didier REYNDERS

A new Bruges Political Research Paper entitled Vers une nouvelle 'gouvernance économique'? has been written by H.E. Minister Didier REYNDERS.16/12/2011 » more

Meeting of the Editorial Board of the European Foreign Affairs Review

On 13 December the Department of Political and Administrative Studies will be hosting a meeting of the Editorial Board of the European Foreign Affairs Review. 12/12/2011 » more

Mrs Helen RUSHWORTH - WALLACE, Docteur Honoris Causa de l’Institut d’Etudes politiques de Paris

The College of Europe congratulates Mrs Helen RUSHWORTH - WALLACE, Alumna (Comenius Promotion - 1967-1968) and former Professor of the College of Europe who has been awarded the title of “Docteur Honoris Causa de l’Institut d’Etudes politiques de Paris”.9/12/2011

EU Diplomacy Paper 8/2011 - Making European Diplomacy Work: Can the EEAS Deliver?

A new EU Diplomacy Paper entitled "Making European Diplomacy Work: Can the EEAS Deliver?" has been written by Mr Paul QUINN (ed.), former Academic Assistant, currently working in a diplomatic Mission to the EU in Brussels.7/12/2011 » more

Research Papers in Law 6/2011 - The Concept of 'Economic Activity' in the EU Tredaty: From Ideological Dead-ends to Workable Judicial Concepts by Mr Vassilis HATZOPOULOS

A new Research Paper in Law has been released: Paper No 6/2011: The Concept of 'Economic Activity' in the EU Treaty: From Ideological Dead-ends to Workable Judicial Concepts by Mr Vassilis HATZOPOULOS. 2/12/2011 » more

Volume 14 of the book series College of Europe Studies has just been published

Volume 14 of the book series College of Europe Studies has just been published: The European Neighbourhood Policy's Challenges / Les défis de la politique européenne de voisinage, edited by Erwan LANNON (Brussels, Peter Lang, 2012).1/12/2011

November

Research Papers in Law 5/2011 - Legal Privilege for in-house Lawyers in the Light of AKZO: a Matter of Law or Policy? by Mr Luca SCHICHO

A new Research paper in law has been released: Paper No 5/2011: Legal Privilege for in-house Lawyers in the Light of AKZO: a Matter of Law or Policy? by Mr Luca SCHICHO.24/11/2011 » more

Bruges European Economic Research Paper (BEER) n° 22: "Can Policy Make Us Happier? Individual characteristics, socioeconomic factors, and life satisfaction in Central and Eastern Europe", by Andrés RODRIGUEZ-POSE and Kristina MASLAUSKAITE

Bruges European Economic Research Paper (BEER) n° 22: "Can Policy Make Us Happier? Individual characteristics, socioeconomic factors, and life satisfaction in Central and Eastern Europe", by Andrés RODRIGUEZ-POSE and Kristina MASLAUSKAITE.23/11/2011 » more

Conference Report "Challenges Facing the 21st Century Diplomat"

The Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies has published a conference report summarizing the proceedings of the international conference "Challenges Facing the 21st Century Diplomat: Representation, Communication, Negotiation and Training" held at the College of Europe in Bruges on 25-26 October 2011.23/11/2011 » more

On Friday 4 November, five alumni from the 2010-2011 Einstein Promotion, visited the Accenture Technology Lab in Sofia Antipolis (France).

On Friday 4 November, five alumni from the 2010-2011 Einstein Promotion, winners of the ‘2011 Public Service Innovation Award’ in the framework of their participation to the Government of the Future project, visited the Accenture Technology Lab in Sofia Antipolis (France). 18/11/2011 » more

Mr Enzo MOAVERO MILANESI, Minister for European Affairs in Italy.

The College of Europe congratulates Mr Enzo MOAVERO MILANESI (Johan Willem Beyen Promotion, 1981-1982, European Legal Studies – Professor in the European Legal Studies Department) who has been appointed on 16 November 2011, Minister for European Affairs in the new Italian Government, chaired by Mr Mario Monti.18/11/2011

H.E. Mr Alexander STUBB, Finnish Minister for European Affairs and Foreign Trade, gave a speech on “Europe – from Crisis to Regeneration”

On Thursday 17 November 2011, H.E. Mr Alexander STUBB, Finnish Minister for European Affairs and Foreign Trade, gave a speech on “Europe – from Crisis to Regeneration”.10/11/2011 » more

Publication of "The EU Foreign Policy towards the BRICS" by Professor Stephan KEUKELEIRE

Publication of the study on the EU Foreign Policy towards the BRICS written by Professor Stephan KEUKELEIRE (TOTAL Chair of EU Foreign Policy).16/11/2011 » more

The French "Académie des Sciences morales et politiques" awarded the Fondation Daniel Strasser Prize to the College of Europe

The French "Académie des Sciences morales et politiques" awarded the Fondation Daniel Strasser Prize to the College of Europe for its efforts in support of the EU.16/11/2011 » more

The Chamber of Commerce of Belgium and Luxembourg in Madrid (Spain) has awarded the XVIIIth Marqués de Villalobar Prize to the College of Europe

The Chamber of Commerce of Belgium and Luxembourg in Madrid (Spain) has awarded the XVIIIth Marqués de Villalobar Prize to the College of Europe. 14/11/2011 » more

Conference on "The Principle of Solidarity in the European Union: Challenges and Opportunities"

On 10 November, the Department of European Political and Administrative Studies organised a conference on the subject of "The Principle of Solidarity in the European Union: Challenges and Opportunities".28/9/2011 » more

Conference on 21st century diplomacy

On 25-26 October 2011, the Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies at the College of Europe, Bruges campus, organised an international conference to discuss 'Challenges Facing the 21st Century Diplomat: Representation, Communication, Negotiation and Training'.20/7/2011 » more

10th European Economy Lecture by Dr Hans-Werner SINN

On Wednesday 9 November, the 10th European Economy Lecture took place at the College of Europe in Bruges. Dr Hans-Werner SINN, President of the Ifo Institute for Economic Research (Munich) spoke on "The European Balance of Payment Crisis". 17/10/2011 » more

Mr Jerzy BUZEK, President of the European Parliament, will deliver the key-note speech of the conference on "The Principle of Solidarity in the European Union: Challenges and Opportunities"

On November 10, Mr Jerzy BUZEK, President of the European Parliament, will deliver the key-note speech of the conference on The Principle of Solidarity in the European Union: Challenges and Opportunities organised by the Department of European Political and Administrative Studies. 2/11/2011 » more

Consulat général de France à Bruxelles (permanence consulaire Collège d'Europe, Bruges, mardi 15 novembre 2011)

Consulat général de France à Bruxelles (permanence consulaire Collège d'Europe, Bruges, mardi 15 novembre 2011).3/11/2011 » more

Rector Paul DEMARET visited China from 18 until 26 November in order to raise awareness of the College amongst Chinese authorities and to establish deeper academic cooperation in Chinese universities.

Rector Paul DEMARET visited China from 18 until 26 November in order to raise awareness of the College amongst Chinese authorities and to establish deeper academic cooperation in Chinese universities. 3/11/2011 » more

October

EU China Observer: Issue 5/2011

The InBev-Baillet Latour Chair of European Union-China Relations is pleased to announce that issue 5/2011 of the electronic journal "EU China Observer" has been released.28/10/2011 » more

EU Diplomacy Paper 7/2011 - EUFOR Althea: Appraisal and Future Perspectives of the EU’s Former Flagship Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina

A new EU Diplomacy Paper entitled "EUFOR Althea: Appraisal and Future Perspectives of the EU’s Former Flagship Operation in Bosnia and Herzegovina" has been written by Mr Jannik KNAUER, Alumnus of the Albert Einstein Promotion.27/10/2011 » more

Honorary Doctorate in Law for Professor Hans NILSSON

The College is pleased to announce that the Faculty of Law of Uppsala University has decided to award a Honorary Doctorate in Law to Professor Hans NILSSON.28/10/2011 » more

Opening Ceremony of the sixty-second academic year of the College of Europe, Bruges campus

The opening ceremony of the sixty-second academic year of the College of Europe, Bruges campus, took place in the Concert Hall ('t Zand, Bruges) on Wednesday 26 October 2011 at 2.30 p.m. Mr Giorgio NAPOLITANO, President of the Italian Republic, delivered the opening address to the students of the Marie Skłodowska-Curie promotion, professors, staff and invited guests.2/9/2011 » more

54th Lunch Talk of the GCLC on The Rights, Powers and Duties Of NCAs: A Review of the ECJ Rulings In Vebic and Tele2 Polska

On 24 October 2011 the 54th Lunch Talk of the GCLC took place. The subject was The Rights, Powers and Duties of NCAs: A Review of the ECJ Rulings in Vebic and Tele2 Polska and speakers were Ewoud SAKKERS, DG Competition, European Commission; Fabien ZIVY, Legal Service, French Competition Authority and Silke BRAMMER, University College Leuven.3/10/2011 » more

Ad hoc study of Prof. S. KEUKELEIRE for the European Parliament on the EU and the BRICS countries

Prof. Stephan KEUKELEIRE, Chairholder of the TOTAL Chair of EU Foreign Policy, wrote an ad hoc study on "EU Foreign Policy towards the BRICS and other Emerging Powers" for the European Parliament's DG for External Policies (together with colleagues of the Finnish Institute for International Affairs).20/10/2011

Rector Paul DEMARET, has been interviewed by College of Europe students for their newly created RADIOACTIVE radio programme.

Rector Paul DEMARET has been interviewed by College of Europe students for their newly created RADIOACTIVE radio programme. 20/10/2011 » more

Online Applications now available

The Communications Office and Admissions Office are pleased to announce that the online application system has been launched for applicants for the academic year 2012-2013. For more information, see www.coleurope.eu/admission.20/10/2011

Two new Research papers in law - 3/2011 & 4/2011 - have been released.

Two new Research papers in law - 3/2011 and 4/2011 - have been released.
Paper No 3/2011: In-house lawyers of NRAs may not represent their clients before the European Court of Justice. A case note on UKE (2011) - by Slawomir Bryska
Paper No 4/2011: La consécration du critère de l’« accès au marché » au sein de la libre circulation des marchandises : mythe ou réalité ? - by Ann Fromont and Christophe Verdure18/10/2011 » more

Vacancy - Chairholder of the "European Neighbourhood Policy Chair" at the College of Europe - Natolin (Warsaw) campus

The College of Europe is seeking candidates for the "European Neighbourhood Policy Chair" at the Natolin (Warsaw) campus. This post can be full time or part time (minimum 50%). It covers the period of 2012-2014 with an expected starting date on 1 February 2012.12/10/2011 » more

Professor Jörg MONAR gives evidence to an Interparliamentary Committee meeting of the European Parliament

On 5 October, Professor Jörg MONAR has given evidence to an Interparliamentary Committee meeting of the European Parliament (regrouping the MEPs of the LIBE Committee and members of the 27 national parliaments) in Brussels on “The Democratic Accountability of the Internal Security Strategy and the Role of Europol, Eurojust and Frontex”.12/10/2011

Professional Training: EU Negotiations in Practice – Mastering the Art of Negotiations

From 10 to 14 October 2011, the Development Office of the College of Europe has organised a one-week training programme on EU Negotiations. This training took place in Bruges at the College premises and in Brussels at the European Council. 2/5/2011 » more

Professional Training: EU Project Management – From A to Z

From 10 to 14 October 2011, the Development Office of the College of Europe has organised the first edition of its newly created “EU Project Management Course”, which took place in Bruges at the Verversdijk extension.2/5/2011 » more

Opening Ceremony of the sixty-second academic year of the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus

The opening ceremony of the sixty-second academic year of the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus took place on Thursday 29 September 2011. 22/8/2011 » more

Vacancy - Academic Assistant, Natolin Campus (Warsaw)

The European Interdisciplinary Study (EIS) programme is seeking applications for the positions of academic assistant specialized in Political Science with special regard to European integration and academic assistant specialized in Economy with special regard to European integration.6/10/2011 » more

Alumni Evening

The Rector invites the College of Europe alumni to an Alumni Evening in Brussels on 1 December 2011.7/10/2011 » more

EU Diplomacy Paper 6/2011 - Can the EU Pressure Dictators? Reforming ENP Conditionality after the ‘Arab Spring’

A new EU Diplomacy Paper entitled "Can the EU Pressure Dictators? Reforming ENP Conditionality after the ‘Arab Spring’" has been written by Charles THEPAUT, Research Assistant at the TOTAL Chair of EU Foreign Policy, College of Europe. 4/10/2011 » more

Mrs Helle THORNING-SCHMIDT, Prime Minister of Denmark

Le Collège d’Europe félicite Mme Helle THORNING-SCHMIDT (Promotion Charles IV - 1992-1993- Etudes politiques et administratives européennes) qui, ayant officiellement été nommée premier ministre du Danemark par la Reine Margrethe II, vient de former son gouvernement4/10/2011

Vacancy - Research Fellowships, Natolin Campus (Warsaw)

The College of Europe, Natolin Campus (Warsaw) is seeking applications for the position of two 6 month Post-Doctoral Research Fellowships with a starting date of January 2012. 4/10/2011 » more

September

The College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus is the beneficiary of the Polish-German Prize 2011 awarded to the current and former Presidents of the European Parliament

The College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus is the beneficiary of the Polish-German Prize 2011 awarded to the current and former Presidents of the European Parliament.23/9/2011 » more

BRIGG Paper 4/2011 - The EU Strategy for the Danube Region: What Potential Contribution to Regional Stability and Co-operation?

The Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies has published a Bruges Regional Integration & Global Governance (BRIGG) Paper entitled "The EU Strategy for the Danube Region: What Potential Contribution to Regional Stability and Co-operation?" by Mojca KODRIC, Alumna of the Albert Einstein Promotion.21/9/2011 » more

Mrs Androulla VASSILIOU, EC Commissioner, visited the Natolin (Warsaw) campus

On Monday 26 September 2011, Mrs Androulla VASSILIOU,EC Commissioner, visited the Natolin (Warsaw) campus. She was welcomed by Rector Paul DEMARET and Vice-Rector Ewa OSNIECKA.21/9/2011 » more

Vacancy: Assistant/Intern working on EU Affairs

The College of Europe is looking for an Assistant/Intern working on EU Affairs to join its Development Office in Bruges, Belgium for the period October 2011-March 2012.21/9/2011 » more

Mrs Helle THORNING-SCHMIDT (Charles IV Promotion - 1992-1993 ) on course to become Prime minister of Denmark

The College of Europe congratulates Mrs Helle THORNING-SCHMIDT (Charles IV Promotion - 1992-1993 - European Political and Administrative Studies) whose victory in the Danish parliamentary elections have put her on course to become Prime Minister. She will be the first woman to take this position in Denmark.21/9/2011

The academic assistants Chiara PIERDICCA and Teresa ROMANO participate in the GLOBE Leadership Seminar 2011

The academic assistants Chiara PIERDICCA and Teresa ROMANO will participate in the GLOBE Leadership Seminar on “Fiscal Imbalances and Global Instability” which will take place in the Tufts University European Center, Talloires (France) on 30 September 2011. 15/9/2011

Vacancy: Graphic Designer/Media Person

The College of Europe (Bruges campus) is looking for a Graphic Designer/Media Person to strengthen the communication service.14/9/2011 » more

Professor Jörg MONAR was a studio guest of the ZDF "Europa Plus" television broadcast

On 8 September, Professor Jörg MONAR was a studio guest of the ZDF "Europa Plus" television broadcast focusing on the consequences of the 9/11 terrorist attacks for Europe ten years after. He answered questions on current terrorist threats to the EU and EU counter-terrorism measures.13/9/2011

Symposium on "Trade and Competition" in honour of Professor Jacques BOURGEOIS

On 9 September 2011, the European Legal Studies Department organised a half-day symposium on "Trade and Competition" in honour of Professor Jacques BOURGEOIS.27/6/2011 » more

Speech by H.E. Mr Steven VANACKERE on "Belgian Diplomacy: how to measure the world?"

On Tuesday 27 September 2011, H.E. Mr Steven VANACKERE, Deputy Prime Minister and Belgian Minister of Foreign Affairs and Institutional Reforms, gave a speech on "Belgian Diplomacy: how to measure the world?".9/9/2011 » more

BRIGG Paper 3/2011 - As Time Goes by: EU Climate Change Actorness from Rio to Copenhagen

The Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy Studies has published a Bruges Regional Integration & Global Governance (BRIGG) Paper entitled "As Time Goes by: EU Climate Change Actorness from Rio to Copenhagen" by Thomas HEIDENER, Alumnus of the Albert Einstein Promotion. 5/9/2011 » more

Professor Stephan KEUKELEIRE participates in "B2BnB" event

Stephan KEUKELEIRE, Chairholder of the TOTAL Chair of EU Foreign Policy, is one of the speakers during the B2BnB-event ("Business to Business in Bruges" - "To be or not to be in Bruges") on 8 September 2011, together with Minister Hilde CREVITS and six other opinion leaders and top managers.5/9/2011

August

EU China Observer: Issue 4/2011

The InBev-Baillet Latour Chair of European Union-China Relations is pleased to announce that issue 4/2011 of the electronic journal "EU China Observer" has been released.29/8/2011 » more

EU Diplomacy Paper 5/2011 - Background Vocals: What Role for the Rotating Presidency in the EU’s External Relations post-Lisbon?

A new EU Diplomacy Paper entitled "Background Vocals: What Role for the Rotating Presidency in the EU's External Relations post-Lisbon?" has been written by Erika Márta Szabó, Alumna of the Albert Einstein Promotion24/8/2011 » more

5th ESI Summer Seminar

26 Russian students from the European Studies Institute (ESI) at the MGIMO-University (Moscow) have been selected to participate in the 5th ESI Summer Seminar organised by the Development Office from 29 August to 9 September 2011. 17/8/2011 » more

Appointment of Mr Nikola POPOSKI (Montesquieu Promotion - 2004‐2005) as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia

The College of Europe is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Nikola POPOSKI (Montesquieu Promotion - 2004‐2005), former Ambassador to the EU, as Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. He was one of the speakers during the Closing Ceremony at the Bruges campus last June.5/8/2011

Appointment of Mr Alexander STUBB (Ramon Llull Promotion - 1994-1995) as Minister for European Affairs and Foreign Trade of Finland

The College of Europe is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr Alexander STUBB (Ramon Llull Promotion - 1994-1995), former Minister of Foreign Affairs, as Minister for European Affairs and Foreign Trade of Finland.5/8/2011

'UACES Award for Lifetime Achievement in Contemporary European Studies’ for Prof Dr Wolfgang WESSELS, lecturer in the Politics Department of the College of Europe

UACES is very pleased to announce that Prof Dr Wolfgang Wessels will be receiving the ‘UACES Award for Lifetime Achievement in Contemporary European Studies’. 5/8/2011

"My College Experience", by Alumna CHOBANOVA Svetlana

"My College Experience", article written in BLC (British Law Center) newsletter "Obiter Dicta" by Alumna, Mrs CHOBANOVA Svetlana Emilova (Albert Einstein Promotion - 2010-2011).3/8/2011

July

10 years United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies in Bruges

This year the United Nations University Institute on Comparative Regional Integration Studies in Bruges (UNU-CRIS) celebrates its 10th anniversary. UNU-CRIS is a research and training institute of the United Nations University (UNU), with headquarters in Tokyo.20/7/2011 » more

Seminar on European Railways - 'Competitiveness of the European Railways'

'Competitiveness of the European Railways' is the title of the 49th edition of a postgraduate course for railway staff organized by the European Training Centre for Railway staff (ETCR) in co-operation with the College of Europe. It took place from 4 till 15 July in Bruges. 23/6/2011 » more

The "Académie des Sciences morales et politiques" has awarded the 2011 "Fondation Daniel Strasser" medal to the College of Europe

The "Académie des Sciences morales et politiques" has awarded the 2011 "Fondation Daniel Strasser" medal to the College of Europe. Rector Paul DEMARET will represent the College at the awarding ceremony which will take place at the "Institut de France" in Paris on November 14th 2011.15/7/2011

EU Diplomacy Paper 4/2011 - Post-modern Diplomacy: Can EU Foreign Policy Make a Difference in World Politics?

A new EU Diplomacy Paper entitled "Post-modern Diplomacy: Can EU Foreign Policy Make a Difference in World Politics?" has been written by Dieter Mahncke, Visiting Professor at the College of Europe 13/7/2011 » more

Professional Training: Intensive Seminar on the EU (18th edition!)

The 'Intensive Seminar on the EU' is the Development Office's flagship professional training programme already in its 18th edition. The seminar is tailored to the broad range of international representatives of public, private, academic and non-profit sectors, all of whom attend to acquire a thorough knowledge of EU decision-making and policies.4/7/2011 » more

June

Polish Presidency 2011: Priorities of the Polish Presidency of the European Union

On 30 June and 1 July 2011 the College of Europe in Warsaw, Natolin, hosted the Trans European Policy Studies Association (TEPSA) Pre-Presidency Conference on the "Priorities of the Polish Presidency of the European Union".7/6/2011 » more

Winners of the Academic Awards 2010-2011

Winners of the Academic Awards 2010-201130/6/2011 » more

EU China Observer: Issue 3/2011

The InBev-Baillet Latour Chair of European Union-China Relations is pleased to announce that issue 3/2011 of the electronic journal "EU China Observer" has been released.29/6/2011 » more

Mr Jan KULAKOWSKI, Polish Diplomat and former Member of the Administrative Council of the College of Europe has died at the age of 81

Mr Jan KULAKOWSKI, Polish diplomat and former Member of the Administrative Council of the College of Europe (2002-2007) has died at the age of 81. 29/6/2011 » more

Mr Jerzy BUZEK, President of the European Parliament was present at the Closing Ceremony of the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) Campus

On Thursday 16 June, Mr Jerzy BUZEK, President of the European Parliament, was the keynote speaker at the Closing Ceremony of the academic year 2010-2011, Albert Einstein Promotion, at the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus. 6/5/2011 » more

Blog « L’Europe en débat »

ARTE - Blog «L’Europe en débat» 2010-2011.17/6/2011 » more

On Monday 27 June, all Students of the College of Europe Albert Einstein Promotion will have left their Campuses. The Rector, Vice-Rector and Staff wish them all the very best for the Future!

On Monday 27 June, all the students of the College of Europe Albert Einstein Promotion will have left their campuses. The Rector, Vice-Rector and Staff wish them all the very best for the future! 22/6/2011 » more

Alumnus Isaac VALERO-LADRÓN is the youngest Spokesperson ever in the European Commission

Mr Isaac VALERO-LADRON, a Spanish alumnus of the College of Europe (Copernicus Promotion - 2006-2007), is with his 29 years of age, the youngest spokesperson ever in the European Commission.20/6/2011 » more

A Delegation of the College of Europe visited Istanbul in order to participate at the Selection of Turkish Students for the Academic Year 2011-2012

A delegation of the College of Europe visited Istanbul on 20-22 June 2011 in order to participate at the selection of Turkish students for the academic year 2011-2012.20/6/2011 » more

Goodbye and thank you to Professor Alan K. HENRIKSON

The College of Europe would like to thank Professor Alan K. HENRIKSON, Fulbright Professor during the academic year 2010-2011, for his great contribution to the academic and social life at the College. 15/6/2011 » more

Visit of the Speaker of the Albanian Parliament, H.E. Mrs Jozefina ÇOBA TOPALLI

On 7 June, H.E. Mrs Jozefina ÇOBA TOPALLI, Speaker of the Albanian Parliament, visited the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus to meet the Rector, the Vice-Rector and the students of the Albert Einstein Promotion. 7/6/2011 » more

Visit of Mr Maurice PONGA, Member of the European Parliament, at the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) Campus

On 10 June, Mr Maurice PONGA, Member of the European Parliament, visited the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus and delivered a speech on “EU–New Caledonia Relations through Regional Development” to the invited guests and students of the Albert Einstein Promotion.9/6/2011 » more

Visit of H.E. Mr Abdullah GÜL, President of the Republic of Turkey, at the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus

On 6 June, H.E. Mr Abdullah GÜL, President of the Republic of Turkey, visited the College of Europe Natolin (Warsaw) campus. 30/5/2011 » more

Vacancy: Part time professor (25 %)

The College of Europe (Natolin (Warsaw) campus) recruits a part time professor (25 %) from the academic year 2011-2012 onwards.7/6/2011 » more

Vacancy: Half-time professor in the Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy studies

The College of Europe (Bruges campus) is seeking applications for the position of a half-time professor in the Department of EU International Relations and Diplomacy studies.7/6/2011 » more

Vacancy: Project Manager (EU Affairs)

The College of Europe is looking for a Project Manager to join its Development Office in Bruges, Belgium.3/6/2011 » more

Seminar for the ESI MGIMO: "Terminology of the European Union in French"

In the framework of the cooperation agreement between the European Studies Institute at MGIMO University Moscow and the College of Europe, the Development Office organised from 17 until 24 June 2011 a seminar for 15 Russian French teachers on the French Terminology of the European Union.3/6/2011 » more