“Science has always crossed borders and returning to Oxford as a Europaeum alumnus feels like stepping back into that long scholarly tradition. The Europaeum brings the sharpest minds from all over Europe together to think, question, and challenge each other, and I’m excited to meet those minds tomorrow.”

“Listening to policymakers, journalists, academics, and fellow students showed me how the EU works in practice and how its approach to strategic autonomy shapes Europe and its role in the world. It also reinforced the connections between my studies, governance experience, and understanding of international cooperation, which I hope to carry forward in future research and policy work for the people.”

“…I was amazed that we’d covered so much academic, political and personal ground in just three days, and felt truly grateful to have met so many wonderful people doing fascinating research.”

“During these days, travelling and sharing the experience with a group of 20 participants from different European universities and countries made it even more memorable. We exchanged ideas from our various academic fields and talked about our personal beliefs, cultures, and perspectives, which made the trip feel truly enriching and enjoyable.”

“...I am very grateful for the opportunity the Europaeum Classics Colloquium offered to all of us. It was a unique experience, and our hosts, Casper de Jonge (including the local researchers and students) and Miles Pattenden, put in so much effort into this event that it created a great environment for professional exchange and also for building a promising network. From my side – and I think I can speak for everyone else who attended: “Hartelijk dank! Tot ziens hopelijk!”

“The Classics Colloquium was a very enriching event, in which I am very grateful to have taken part. I learnt a lot during the academic part of the conference, and it also was an amazing chance for international exchange, as well as personal growth.”

“...this event is one I will always look back on with gratitude for the opportunity to contribute and engage with scholars, lecturers and fellow students with similar interest and passion for AI, meet and make new friends and to explore the city of Luxembourg! Thank you for the experience. It’s one I won’t forget easily!”

“Although the trip back was quite tiring, I felt incredibly grateful for the amazing and fun opportunity to take part in the summer school. I got to learn so much by exchanging ideas with students from all over Europe, and truly benefited from the programme, both academically and personally. I really enjoyed my time in Luxembourg and can only recommend this enrichening experience to any students considering applying.”

“What truly distinguished this school was the gathering of master’s and doctoral students from diverse academic, geographic, and cultural backgrounds. The panels and sessions were not merely academic presentations, but lively meetings of stories and experiences of resistance lived daily.”

“During our discussion group, we spend most of the time trying to define political terms in relation to activism. We go over by nearly half an hour and I think we could keep talking and talking. It’s so intellectually rewarding to be in environments like this, that it’s sad to think it’s coming to an end.”

“The organizers’ attention to detail and kindness are what make this institution’s events truly special. Moreover, the opportunity to meet so many incredible people – eager to share their stories and unforgettable moments – creates the perfect environment where everyone feels included.”