Internationalization in a Changing World

Different Contexts, Shared Challenges?

Friday, 23 October 2026 | Online via Zoom 16:00 Amsterdam | 10:00 Boston | 17:00 Istanbul

What does internationalization mean for universities today, and how do priorities differ across regions and institutional contexts?

The EURAS Webinar Series will bring together leading international scholars to examine the changing conditions shaping higher education and what they mean for universities’ international engagement.

Speakers & Moderator

SPEAKER
Professor Ellen Hazelkorn

Joint Managing Partner, BH Associates, Ireland
Professor Emerita, Technological University Dublin, Ireland

SPEAKER
Professor Hans de Wit

Emeritus Professor of the Practice and Distinguished Fellow, Center for International Higher Education, Boston College, USA

SPEAKER
Professor Philip G. Altbach

Professor Emeritus, Boston College, USA
Founding Director and Distinguished Fellow, Center for
International Higher Education, Boston College, USA

MODERATOR
Prof. Dr. Olgun Çiçek

Board Director, International Network for Quality Assurance Agencies in Higher Education (INQAAHE)
International Expert in Higher Education, Quality Assurance and Accreditation

Discussion Focus

The conversation will explore how internationalization priorities differ across countries and institutions, the challenges universities share, and the choices facing leaders as they develop international strategies and partnerships.

The 90-minute programme will feature short contributions from each speaker, followed by a moderated discussion and audience questions. University leaders, academics and international relations professionals are welcome to join and share their perspectives.

Participation & Registration

For registration and participation information, please contact the EURAS Secretariat at [email protected]