Young people run through the botanical garden in Jena
Image: Christoph Worsch (University of Jena)Date: 07.-09. July 2026
Location: Friedrich Schiller University Jena, Germany
You want to...
...explore how unconscious bias and stereotypes shape everyday life in higher education?
...develop intercultural competencies and practical strategies for more inclusive learning environments?
...collaborate on interactive projects and exchange ideas with peers from EC2U universities across Europe?
The three-day Summer School focuses on key issues related to unconscious stereotypes, structural barriers, and inclusive access to education within the higher education context. Through practice-oriented formats such as reflection exercises, case studies, and interactive projects, participants engage with the dynamics of interculturality, belonging, and equal opportunities, discussing them from diverse European perspectives.
The event is part of FECT (Foster European Competences and Talents), the national accompanying program of the EC2U Alliance.
We encourage applications from students, faculty, and university staff interested in:
Applicants from the EC2U partner universities: Please contact your local EC2U coordinator. Application deadline is the 12th April 2026.
Applicants from the University of Jena: Please send your application via e-mail to fect@uni-jena.deApplication Deadline is the 5th May 2026.
You can find the preliminary programme herepdf,?239?kb.
Room?505
Ernst-Abbe-Platz 8
07743 Jena
Room?605
Ernst-Abbe-Platz 8
07743 Jena
