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About the EUI and its 50th anniversary

Founded in 1976 by six member states, later joined by 19 countries, the European University Institute (EUI) is a leading institution for academic education in the social sciences and humanities. At the start the EUI was a revolutionary idea: a European research university, advancing the European spirit and engaging the public on the major issues facing European societies. 50 years later this is relevant more than ever: our continent needs a place of reflection, research and exploration to tackle existential questions. 

  • 24 Member States
  • Over 100 nationalities
  • More than 120 global partners
  • A community of over 1,000 scholars

The anniversary celebrations look ahead to the next 50 years, reaffirming that knowledge is a public good, essential to democratic resilience, informed policymaking, and Europe’s role in a changing world order. We aim to bridge disciplines, sectors, and generations, providing direction for institutions as well as society at large.

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If you are a journalist and would like to attend our celebrations, please register here

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50th anniversary visuals

Last update: April 2026

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EUIdeas visuals

Last update: April 2026

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OPEN visuals

Last update: April 2026

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Historical Archives of the European Union (HAEU) visuals

Last update: April 2026

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Contact 

For any queries please contact:
email: eui.press@eui.eu
Mobile: +39 349 5202304, +39 3290966221


Page last updated on 15/04/2026

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