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26 Feb 2025

February 2025 news digest

We bring you all the latest IHE sector news and updates in one place to save you time and keep you updated. This month, news and analysis on EU-level issues has caught our attention, including considerations of the ‘transformational potential’ of the European Universities initiative, the future of the Erasmus+ programme and likely cuts to Horizon Europe funding in areas of culture, creativity and inclusive society research. Updates from elsewhere include funding cuts for study abroad in the US and decreasing sentiments from international students in Australia.

Report on the outcomes and transformational potential of the European Universities initiative (European Commission)

This study for the European Commission examines what the European Universities initiative has achieved since its inception and provides insights on remaining challenges and recommendations for making the alliances a success in the long run.

The future of Erasmus+ is the future of Europe (Academic Cooperation Association)

ACA members issued a joint statement emphasising the vital role of the current and future Erasmus+ programmes. As preparations for the new Erasmus+ programme (2028-2034) move to a critical stage, ACA members present compelling evidence of the programme's importance to the EU’s political agenda, ambitions and expected benefits.

Horizon papers: €62 million cut to democracy and culture research (Science Business)

The latest draft 2025 work programme for culture, creativity and inclusive society research in Horizon Europe shows €62 million in cuts compared to the version released in October last year.

A coordinated EU approach to housing (European Parliament)

The lack of adequate and affordable housing has become a significant concern across most of Europe, highlighting the need for action at the European level. In response, the European Parliament voted late last year to establish a special committee on the housing crisis. This briefing outlines what the European Commission's 2025 work programme is expected to outline to address this issue.

US State Department pauses study abroad grant funding (The Pie)

The US State Department has temporarily paused federal grant funding for study-abroad scholarships and government-exchange programmes, plunging the sector into uncertainty.

Australia: Impact of more restrictive visa settings reflected in latest student sentiment survey (ICEF Monitor)

International students in Australia retain an overall high perception of their study experience there. However, concerns about the cost of living and changing visa rules have contributed to a modest decline in sentiment compared to past years.

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