2025 Edition of the SGroup Staff Week

 

We are delighted to invite you to participate in an engaging and enriching SGroup Blended Intensive Programme (BIP)  on Internationalization hosted by the University of Catania. This initiative is specifically designed for SGroup Liaison Officers (LOs) and International Relations Officers (IROs) and offers a unique platform to exchange insights, explore best practices, and foster collaboration.

Our BIP will cover a variety of topics (the final programme will be co-created by participants) to inspire innovation and explore different needs and priorities:

• Best Practices on Inclusion
• Community Service Learning Activities by Incoming Students (ECEM Project)
• Artificial Intelligence and how to use it in IR Offices
• How to design an intercultural communication course for outgoing students
• Synergies among European Alliances
• Italian Language Crash Course

Similar to last year’s BIP, this programme will include:
1) Virtual Session: Early March 2025 (exact date to be confirmed).
2) On-site Session: May 19-23, 2025, hosted by the University of Catania International Office, with activities across:

• Catania Campus
• Ragusa Campus (One day session)
• Syracuse Campus (One day session) TBC

In addition to the stimulating sessions, participants will enjoy:

• A visit to the magnificent Mount Etna volcano.
• Cultural and historical tours in Ragusa and Syracuse.

For this BIP, the maximum number of participants is 30, and the registration deadline is the 31^st of January 2025. Don’t miss it!
To register in the BIP, please click here: (registration form)

This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of Sicily while enhancing your professional expertise.

We look forward to welcoming you to Catania for an inspiring and collaborative experience!