Second edition of the training initiative organized by the LIUC International Relations Office within the Erasmus+ Staff Training programme, which promotes exchange among staff members of European universities through training activities and shared learning experiences.
From 4th May to 8th May, 16 participants (from Romania, Poland, Turkey, France, Spain, Greece, Sweden, and Germany) took part in the programme “Hosting Across Cultures: From Awareness to Empathy and Effective Action”, aimed at professionals working in International Relations and Recruitment Offices who are in close contact with international students.
Throughout the week, participants shared practices, tools, and approaches related to the reception and management of international students, with the aim of strengthening intercultural competences that are increasingly central in the global academic context.
Rector Anna Gervasoni commented on the initiative as follows:
“The international openness of our University is nurtured and strengthened through the exchange of best practices that are essential to enable our students to develop globally relevant skills.”
The programme focused on developing intercultural awareness and the ability to translate it into effective actions in professional contexts, with particular attention to dynamics of reception, communication, and integration of international students.
Topics addressed included cultural differences in student interaction processes, strategies to foster an inclusive environment, the role of empathy in relationships with individuals from different backgrounds, and the skills required to operate effectively in international settings.
Alongside the training sessions, there were moments of discussion and exchange of best practices among participants.
“The international dimension is a key element for our University,” emphasizes Cristina Colombo, Head of the International Relations Office. “Initiatives like this strengthen dialogue among European institutions and contribute to the development of increasingly necessary skills to welcome and support students from all over the world. Direct exchange among professionals allows us to enrich daily practices and build a strong and lasting international network.”
