Objective OS.1

International promotion of the TUIASI offer

Objective OS.2

Development / improvement of transversal skills of TUIASI community representatives

Objective OS.3

Establishing a two-way synergy between research and innovation through internationalization at TUIASI

Objective OS.4

Consolidation and diversification of services specific to internationalization

Objective OS.5

Ensuring the continuity and efficiency of international promotion and marketing efforts

Objective OS.6

Supporting TUIASI's internationalization through efficient project management

Activity A.1

Participation in international educational, research and innovation events

Activity A.2

Updating information on www.studyinromania.gov.ro

Activity A.3

EMI type training (English as Medium of Instruction)

Activity A.4

Multicultural communication training for TUIASI students

Activity A.5

Organizing a workshop on diversity and sustainable international collaboration for the TUIASI student community

Activity A.6

Organizing a workshop for integrating diversity, wellbeing and inclusion in international collaborations, for TUIASI staff

Activity A.7

Organizing a workshop to increase the skills of TUIASI staff in proposing sustainable solutions in university activity

Activity A.8

Supporting the organization of thematic workshop training events with an international trainer during Innovation Week

Activity A.9

Maintaining TUIASI's institutional profile on the international platform dedicated to research, innovation, education

Activity A.10

Supporting the organization of the BEST International Symposium

Activity A.11

Continuing the work of the Buddy System team

Activity A.12

Organizing an event to promote multicultural spirit for international and Erasmus+ students

Activity A.13

Completing the marketing materials database to support TUIASI's international promotion actions

Activity A.14

Supporting the international promotion of TUIASI through video materials

Activity A.15

Ensuring the maintenance of the website www.international.tuiasi.ro

Activity A.16

Communication-marketing activities and promotion of activities specific to internationalization, project sustainability

Activity A.17

Supporting the creation of a welcoming, information and integration space for international students and collaborators, to support the promotion of TUIASI's internationalization at home

Activity A.18

Activity on effective project management

Educational Resources and International Collaboration at the BEST 2025 International Symposium

The Student Organization BEST Iași (Board of European Students of Technology) and "Gheorghe Asachi" Technical University of Iasi (TUIASI) organized the BEST 2025 International Symposium, a major event held July 11^th-24^th, 2025. International students from Turkey, Germany, Slovenia, Slovenia and France Universities, together with Romanian students, participate to activities, transforming the campus into a true hub of innovation and collaboration.

A crucial theme: "Breaking Barriers with STEM: The Future of Inclusive Education"
The symposium has approached a theme of major importance in the current educational landscape: "Breaking Barriers with STEM: The Future of Inclusive Education". The participants have explored, in an interdisciplinary way, ways to improve accessibility and inclusion in educational spaces through innovative solutions in the STEM fields (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Practical discussions and activities have covered a wide range of relevant topics, from social inclusion and digitalization to health and wellbeing, with a special emphasis on the involvement of students from marginalized groups.

A rich and diversified program
The program of the symposium was designed to maximize the interaction and exchange of good practices. In addition to interactive workshops and group work sessions, students had the opportunity to participate in: networking sessions that facilitated the creation of valuable connections; presentations of reports elaborated by students, with concrete proposals for the future; guided tours in Iasi and a trip to the Moldovan region; visit to the Botanical Garden and the TUIASI Library, offering a rich cultural perspective.

Ambitious objectives achieved
The BEST 2025 symposium had as main objectives the consolidation of social inclusion, promoting the responsible use of digital technology and improving health in the academic environment, aligned with the mission of the INGENIUM Alliance. Among the specific objectives were: increasing awareness on social inclusion; familiarizing participants with strategies such as emergency funds for disadvantaged students and compulsory trainings on gender equality; promoting digital tools for inclusion; exploring innovative digital solutions (multilingual platforms, AI chatbots) and reducing digital gender disappearances; Improving health and wellbeing by implementing the principles of universal design on campuses and encouraging student involvement in wellbeing activities.

Prospects for the future
One of the most important results of the symposium is the elaboration of three detailed reports: "Social Inclusion Implementations", "Digital Tools and Monitoring" and "Health Aspects of Inclusion", which offers a comprehensive analysis and propose an action plan for the future. The positive feedback from the participants emphasizes the remarkable success of the event and their desire to get involved in similar initiatives in the STEM field.

The symposium has strengthened the position of TUIASI and BEST Iasi as promoters of international social inclusion, innovative use of digital tools and continuous development in the academic environment.

This event once again demonstrated the commitment of TUIASI to a higher quality, open and innovative education, contributing significantly to the university's international visibility and to the development of a more inclusive academic community.

The event was also organized with the support of the project "Synergies for Sustainable Internationalization of TUIASI at European and Global Levels (SYSTEM)", CNFIS-FDI-2025-F-0103.

TUIASI – the first higher education institution in Romania with facilitators certified Climate Fresk

Gheorghe Asachi Technical University of Iasi has reached an important milestone by becoming the first higher education institution in Romania to train facilitators for Climate Fresk workshops.

This initiative was carried out within the framework of the project "Synergies for the Sustainable Internationalization of TUIASI at the European and Global Levels (SISTEM)," project code CNFIS-FDI-2025-F-0103. It underscores the university's commitment to climate education and sustainability, positioning it at the forefront of efforts to raise awareness and take action in the face of current climate challenges," stated Prof. Dr. Eng. Irina Lungu, Vice-Rector for International Relations and Project Director.

What is Climate Fresk?
Through a playful approach based on scientific reports from the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), the interactive, collaborative workshop game allows participants to identify the causes and consequences of climate change and understand the phenomenon's complex interconnections. Initially created in France, it has since been translated and adapted into over 45 languages, with coordinators in 167 countries.

The aim is to provide a solid understanding of climate science and stimulate constructive discussions about solutions and actions through a network of individuals who can provide quality climate education and guide us toward a low-carbon world.

Why certification for the TUIASI community representatives?
TUIASI's decision to certify this group of facilitators for Climate Fresk workshops responds to the need for a nonformal yet scientifically rigorous approach to disseminating information about climate change and activating a culture of responsibility regarding climate change. It also encourages proactive involvement in transforming the campus into a sustainable space.

This initiative increases the TUIASI community's awareness of climate change and encourages dialogue and collaboration.

Fifteen representatives of the academic community and administrative staff participated in a two-day workshop organized by the NGO Mai Bine, with Anca Gheorghică and Raluca Dumitrescu serving as trainers. On July 1, participants used the Climate Fresk method to explore the causes and effects of climate change, ultimately outlining green solutions and concrete actions to reduce its local impact.

The following day, July 2^nd, the Climate Fresk facilitator training took place. This session was dedicated to preparing future facilitators to organize and conduct workshops within the community and beyond. Participants received instructions on facilitation methodology and effective session management techniques. Game sessions were simulated so that future facilitators could practice their skills.

These facilitators will play an essential role in organizing Climate Fresk workshops within the TUIASI community for students, professors, and administrative staff, as well as outside the university. TUIASI will also have its own body of facilitators at the international "Ter.r.a Puzzle" event, which will take place in September of this year as part of the INGENIUM Alliance agenda. This event is intended to be the largest climate education event in the world, connecting communities from all consortium universities simultaneously in an effort to raise awareness about climate and environmental protection.

The interactive workshop gave TUIASI staff (including teaching and support service personnel) the opportunity to deeply understand the Climate Fresk method. Participants gained clear knowledge of the method's underlying content, developed their Climate Fresk workshop facilitation skills, and fostered a sense of belonging to the global Climate Fresk movement.

Week Innovation to Tuiasi / Workshops / Bridge between Research and Business Environment

Between June 2-10, 2025, within Tuiasi, "Week of Innovation" was held, a large event, focused on personal and professional development, stimulating creativity, technological innovation and promoting collaboration-essential elements in the technological transfer process and in supporting entrepreneurial initiatives at local and regional level.

Through the FDI Internationalization project, 3 workshops dedicated to students, teachers and researchers were organized: Project Coach Workshop (PCW); Pre-Seed Workshop (PSW); Technology Scouting Workshop (TSW).

Workshop trainer Mark Wilson is an international mentor in innovation and entrepreneurship, founder of Neworks.biz.

The agenda of the whole event was very rich, diverse and full of knowledge, with the emphasis on development, stimulation of creativity, innovation, collaboration, essential components in the process of technological transfer and the success of local and regional entrepreneurial initiatives.

Project Coach Workshop (PCW) was a workshop dedicated to Tuiasi students (license, master, doctorate) who have become familiar with the tools used for the development and innovation of new products and services used at national level. The emphasis was placed on the problems encountered by them in the educational environment-in the faculty, campus and in relation to colleagues. The mentoring of the teams formed to solve these problems was supported by Mark Wilson, along with a support team.

Pre-Seed Workshop (PSW), an open workshop for the researchers in Tuiasi in order to support them in evaluating research topics and transforming them into national and international starts, included various and quite fascinating research topics, starting from online platforms to connect innovators with tech experts, to 3D magnetic zippers, to digital museums. This workshop was held on June 2, 3 and 9, offering participants intensive working sessions and a fruitful collaboration.

Technology Scouting Workshop (TSW) was a workshop where Tuiasi researchers evaluated the commercial potential of the results of the research not valued by interactive sessions and organized working groups. This workshop continued throughout June through online working sessions where the participants contributed to the active development of a applicable work plan in the process of capitalizing on the research results.

Participation in the "Innovation Week" was remarkable, both in terms of the number of participants and the quality of the projects presented, noting an increased enthusiasm among students and researchers to transform ideas into practical solutions, as well as a strong collaboration between universities and the business environment.

Building an Inclusive Community | On-Campus Workshop

Building an Inclusive Community | On-Campus Workshop was organized as part of the project "Synergies for the Sustainable Internationalization of TUIASI at European and Global Level (SISTEM)", CNFIS-FDI-2025-F-0103.

What does it truly mean to belong to a community? How can we recognize and overcome unconscious biases that affect our relationships with others? Together with TUIASI students, we explored these questions during the workshop "Building an Inclusive Community: How can we create a sense of belonging on campus", held on May 13, 2025.

Participants shared personal stories about diversity and inclusion, and discussed how we can all take active steps to create an environment where every voice matters.

One student shared honestly: "It's actually quite hard to put yourself in someone else's shoes, especially when they are different from you." A powerful reflection that challenged us to be more empathetic and aware of one another.

Through role-playing and relational scenarios, we discussed about empathy, openness, and mutual respect. The campus inclusion audit brought valuable ideas on what and how we can improve - together. . "It was easy to make a list of what needs to be improved. But the surprise came when we were asked what WE can contribute starting from tomorrow. That’s when we realized all of this takes effort."

An inclusive campus starts with each of us. Thank you to everyone who participated with open hearts!

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