Our annual report reflects how universities are navigating and shaping key challenges: advocating for a strong, standalone Framework Programme for R&I; empowering higher education through cross-border collaboration and innovative teaching; and advancing the European Research Area to unlock knowledge as a true "fifth freedom."
We explore the growing role of digital transformation, the momentum behind the Green Deal, and the critical importance of health research in a competitive, rapidly changing world. We also highlight the success of the Africa–Europe Clusters of Research Excellence, showing how global equitable academic partnerships drive mutual progress.
The Guild’s message is clear: knowledge creates value. Discover how The Guild and its member universities are shaping Europe’s future through bold, collective action.
Over the past year, the decline of the international rules-based order has amplified the need for Europe to be united – with universities and their values central to upholding democracies, advancing knowledge, and supporting societies. The Guild strengthened the voice of universities in all of these debates, including the rich discussions in the EU about the next Multiannual Financial Framework
- Secretary-General Jan Palmowski
Highlights of the Annual Report 2024-25
The Annual Report highlights The Guild’s main achievements in 2024-25. Read about our activities this past year via the links below:
- A new Commission, new priorities: Europe’s global competitiveness
- Advocating for a standalone Framework Programme for R&I
- Empowering higher education in the EU
- Africa-Europe Clusters of Research Excellence
- A renewed impetus for the European Research Area
- At the forefront of digital transformation
- Universities and the Green Deal objectives
- Transforming health research in Europe
- Interviews with The Guild interns