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A Europe‑Wide Cultural Space
The programme introduces a shared annual initiative bringing together students, staff, associate partners, and local communities across all EMERGE universities. This pilot edition opens with 3 cultural events proposed by partner institutions, weaving them into a collective space where campuses can connect and showcase their creativity.
With its digital‑first approach, the programme ensures broad accessibility across countries and time zones. The first two events will include on‑campus components while also being recorded and streamed asynchronously, enabling the wider EMERGE community to engage whenever and wherever they choose. All recordings will be made available on the EMERGE YouTube channel, offering an open gateway to the programme’s activities for the entire Alliance community.
Partner universities are encouraged to use the EMERGE hubs to highlight these cultural initiatives as well as their own, strengthening visibility and cross‑campus interaction.
Looking ahead, EMERGE’s audiovisual teams plan to expand the programme with multiplex events, allowing simultaneous contributions from several campuses and further enriching the collaborative dimension.
Rennes 2 University: Driving the Cultural Vision
As one of France’s leading public institutions in the arts, humanities, and social sciences, Rennes 2 University plays a central role in shaping the cultural direction of EMERGE. With strong expertise in languages, cultural studies, creative practices, and social sciences, Rennes 2 contributes significantly to the programme’s mission of fostering European citizenship, intercultural dialogue, and social cohesion.
Culture as a Shared Resource
By placing culture at the centre of its strategy, the EMERGE Cultural Programme 2026 aims to transform Europe’s diversity into a shared resource. The initiative seeks to inspire collaboration, creativity, and solidarity across the Alliance, strengthening the sense of community that defines EMERGE.
