SUNRISE Alliance presented during the Erasmus info day at UNMO

The Erasmus Info Day was held on the 16^th of October 2025 at the Faculty of Economics of the Dzemal Bijedic University of Mostar, was organized by the International Relations Office. An important part of the program was the presentation of the results and ongoing activities within the European University Alliance project – SUNRISE, delivered by Prof. Dr. Emina Junuz, the institutional coordinator of the project at the University.

The SUNRISE Alliance, as part of the European Universities initiative, aims to strengthen institutional and educational capacities through collaboration among partner universities within the Alliance and with institutions from the European Union. In her presentation, Prof. Dr. Junuz provided key information about the project’s objectives, implemented activities, and achieved results. She emphasized the importance of student engagement through the SUNRISE Student Council, which enables students to actively participate in international academic processes and strengthens their role in shaping education policy at the European level.

Within the broader context of the event, the SUNRISE initiative was highlighted as complementary to the Erasmus Student Network (ESN), whose activities are supported through the Erasmus+ CBHE project ESN-AIR ("Engaging Students for eNhancing internationalization practices in the Adriatic-Ionian Region"), coordinated at the University by Prof. Dr. Maja Kazazić.

The presentation emphasized the need to further develop cooperation between the SUNRISE Student Council and the local ESN section, with proposals for joint activities aimed at enhancing student mobility and engagement.

During the Erasmus Info Day, students had the opportunity to learn about exchange opportunities, the application process, and available scholarships. A panel discussion with students who have already been on mobility and who shared their personal experiences and motivations for studying abroad  was particularly interested. The event also included a hands-on workshop for students interested in applying for Erasmus programs.

The organization of such events reflects the strong commitment of the Dzemal Bijedic University of Mostar to international academic engagement. Projects like SUNRISE and ESN-AIR serve as key pillars in building a modern, European-oriented higher education environment.