Üsküdar University Participated in the General Assembly of the Mediterranean Universities Union

Üsküdar University participated in the general assembly meeting of the Mediterranean Universities Union (UNIMED) for the first time after becoming a member. Üsküdar University was represented by Rector Prof. Nazife Güngör and Gürkan Dinçer, Erasmus Institutional Coordinator of the International Relations Department, at the 35th General Assembly Meeting held in Barcelona, Spain. The meeting addressed the future period of the Erasmus+ program, international research projects, student and academic mobility, and new academic cooperation opportunities.

The 35th General Assembly Meeting of the Mediterranean Universities Union (UNIMED) was held on October 7-8, 2026, hosted by the University of Barcelona. The meeting, organized as part of the 35th anniversary of the Union's establishment, brought together university administrators, academics, international relations representatives, and European Union officials from the Mediterranean region.

In this context, Üsküdar University was represented at the General Assembly Meeting by Rector Prof. Nazife Güngör and Erasmus Institutional Coordinator Gürkan Dinçer.

Üsküdar University, participating for the first time after its membership, had the opportunity to meet with higher education institutions from different countries, develop existing relationships, evaluate new academic partnerships, and expand its international cooperation network.

Erasmus+ and Horizon Europe were on the agenda

During the general assembly, the European Union's Erasmus+ program for the 2028-2034 period, Horizon Europe research projects, and academic mobility opportunities among Mediterranean universities were evaluated.

In the sessions attended by representatives of the European Commission, information was shared about the future priorities of the Erasmus+ program, international project partnerships, and efforts to enhance cooperation in higher education.

The Üsküdar University delegation evaluated the developments discussed at the meeting in terms of the university's internationalization goals, new project applications, and academic cooperation opportunities.

Academic cooperation opportunities with Libya were discussed

Within the scope of the general assembly, the Üsküdar University delegation also met with representatives of the Libyan International University, with whom a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was previously signed.

The meeting addressed the existing academic relations between the two universities and areas for future cooperation. Within the framework of the current agreement, new studies are aimed at student and academic mobility, joint scientific activities, and international projects.

New international project opportunities were evaluated

UNIMED's Erasmus+ capacity building projects, international research activities, virtual exchange programs, and student-focused activities were also on the general assembly's agenda. The opportunities offered by the Union for developing joint research and international projects among higher education institutions in the Mediterranean region were evaluated.

The discussions held and information shared during the general assembly are expected to contribute to Üsküdar University's international project work, the development of new academic partnerships, and the increase of its effectiveness in international research networks.

In line with its UNIMED membership, Üsküdar University continues to develop its international academic relations and carry out joint studies with higher education institutions in different countries.