UniPID News

June 6, 2022 — UniPID - your friendly neighbourhood voice at the bridge

In this month's Anniversary blog, Avento brings to our attention universities' third role on contributing to society, and invites us to examine our actions critically to ensure that partnerships are responsible, equitable, and inclusive!

June 1, 2022 — Teachers' workshop: Reflections and opportunities for the upcoming academic year

Last week UniPID had the chance to meet some of the teachers behind UniPID courses, listen to their experiences, and discuss opportunities to further develop the Virtual Studies Programme.

May 24, 2022 — "Different actions nurture each other"

We teamed up with GINTL Africa, this time to organize a stakeholder workshop deemed to identify the key ingredients for sustainable North South partnerships

May 10, 2022 — Designing a MOOC on the Essentials in Development Studies

We are now in route to offer an Essentials in Development MOOC course!

April 27, 2022 — Thank you, UniPID!

Melissa Plath says goodbye to UniPID, but does not say goodbye to strengthening academic partnerships in higher education. Have a read on her famous last words!

April 25, 2022 — Attaining a more sustainable future with the help of virtual courses

Challenge my ways of thinking, interesting contrast, complementary, and flexibility are just a few words Sara Erkinharju used to describe her experience completing the UniPID Sustainability in Development Module.

April 13, 2022 — Towards a Stronger Support System for Universities’ Responsible Partnership Practices with UniPID

In this edition of the Anniversary Blog, Subra reflects on academic partnerships and on Aalto University's and UniPID's role in providing opportunities to build on the experiences and perspectives to seek global sustainable development.

April 8, 2022 — Story behind the research: Meet Juliana Rodrigues!

Inquisitive about social innovations that adopt frugal mindset, valuing simplicity in life, and passionate about being in nature are just a few sides to Juliana Rodrigues's inspiring story. Find out what our DocNet member said about her background, interests, and sources of inspiration!

March 29, 2022 — Story behind the research: Meet Bayan Bilal Arouri!

In this edition of story behind the research, we introduce you to Bayan Bilal Arouri! From role playing as a scientist when she was younger, to actually doing research on decolonizing the understanding of gender among refugee communities in Lebanon and Jordan!