The 4EU+ Student Committee represents the students and Ph.D. candidates of the 4EU+ member universities in the process of establishing a European University Alliance. It is composed of three representatives of each university, of which at least one is a PhD candidate.
Marta is studying psychology (BSc) in Heidelberg. She currently represents the university as a member of the Student Executive Committee and serves as Chair of the Student Committee. In this role, she works closely with students and collaborates with various structures within 4EU+, such as the Management Committee and Secretary General. From her perspective, 4EU+ offers students an incredible opportunity not only to learn from one another but also to grow as European citizens prepared to tackle future challenges.
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Kamila is currently studying sociology and social policy at the Faculty of Social Science of Charles University, where she actively participates in various student organizations and groups. Recognizing the immense potential of 4EU+, she is determined to contribute to the development of the alliance and actively engage students in its initiatives.
Pavel is a student at the Faculty of Law of Charles University. He is the Vice-chair of the Faculty Academic Senate and the Chair of the Study Commission of the Academic Senate of Charles University. Pavel is an enthusiast of European cooperation and sees 4EU+ as an ideal platform for increasing international mobility and providing unique opportunities and experiences for students from strong European universities.
Kateřina has recently completed her general medicine programme and is now pursuing a PhD in embryology. Throughout her time at the university, she has been actively involved in the political and student representative scene. Currently, she holds the position of President at the Centre of Student Associations, students and graduates of Charles University.
Kim is studying psychology in her Master’s at Heidelberg University. She has actively participated in university politics, frequently representing students in the student body, the student council or as a member of a faculty council. She strongly believes in the power of cooperation, the European idea, and shared identity. As a member of the 4EU+ Student Committee, she aims to provide more students and researchers with the opportunity to experience the community of 4EU+ universities and benefit from the exchange.
Joris is currently doing his PhD at the German Cancer Research Center in Heidelberg trying to understand a rare type of bone cancer on a molecular level. He is a founding member of the 4EU+ Student Committee and currently also an elected member of the Executive Committee of the Doctoral Convention of Heidelberg University. He strongly believes in the vision of the 4EU+ Alliance and hopes to bring its member universities as well as all European research institutions closer together.
Gwenaëlle is a PhD student in Roman History at Sorbonne University. Alongside her research, she is a lecturer in Ancient History.
Mads is undertaking the Master’s programme in Agricultural Economics at the University of Copenhagen (UCPH). This study programme allows him to pursue his interests within the field of economics and econometrics, while applying the theories on global issues relating to food, natural resources, and climate.
Salim is doing a PhD in in Cellular and Genetic Medicine at the Novo Nordisk Foundation Center for Basic Metabolic Research at the University of Copenhagen’s Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences. As a member of the University’s PhD Students Association, he strives to convey the 4EU+ culture and opportunities among his fellow PhDs in Copenhagen, and hence, increase their contribution to the Alliance’s mission and vision. Salim's keen interest lies in entrepreneurship and innovation, key elements of the 4EU+ strategy.
Jaina is a student in the Sustainable Societies and Social Change Master Programme at the University of Geneva. In 2022, she completed a bachelor’s degree in International Relations. International cooperation and the European Union are essential for her to tackle our actual challenges. The 4EU+ programme engages with global challenges and make collaborative projects as well as concrete impacts. She is excited to embark on this new experience!
Mara is currently studying International and European Law at the University of Geneva. Throughout her studies, she has been actively involved in student associations for law students. She believes that the 4EU+ Alliance forms a unique bond between different European Universities and their faculties. It offers the possibility to strengthen the cultural and academic exchange between students and therefore contributes to a stronger Europe.
Philippe earned his MSc in Advanced Research in Psychology from the University of Geneva in 2019. He's now pursuing his doctorate in the Clinical and Experimental Neuropsychology Laboratory, supervised by Prof. Julie Péron. Concurrently, he works as a neuropsychologist at the Geneva University Hospitals. The opportunity to be a member of the 4EU+ Student Committee offers an important framework for defending the position of students, doctoral students and the wider academic world. It's an ideal platform for advancing these important issues.
Flavia, enrolled in the Medicine and Surgery course at San Paolo Hospital in Milan, actively engages in the university's political and student representative scene. She holds memberships in various academic bodies, such as the Health Science Department, Faculty of Medicine, Library Commission, and Student Council. Her participation in the periodic evaluation of her course by the Italian Ministry of Education deepened her appreciation for a student-centred approach to higher education and resulted in her election to the 4EU+ Student Committee, where her goal is to promote a new perspective on free mobility for students and cultivate a European mindset.
Rayan is a PhD student in Translational Medicine Programme at the University of Milan, with a research focus on hemoglobinopathies. He also serves as a representative of his study programme at the PhD council of the university. In his role within the 4EU+ Student Committee, Rayan is enthusiastic about introducing new ideas, initiatives, and opportunities for personal and professional growth to all PhD students across various disciplines.
Giovanni is a third year’s bachelor student in philosophy at the University of Milan. He is active in student life and representation, and is particularly interested in ancient philosophy and ethics.