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Home News &; Stories News and Events First Graduates of the Specialising Master in Innovation in Food Science and Technology – Michele Ferrero First Graduates of the Specialising Master in Innovation in Food Science and Technology – Michele Ferrero. The first cohort of students from the 2nd Level Specialising Master in Innovation in Food Science and Technology – Michele Ferrero graduated on June 30, 2025, marking a significant milestone for both the students and for Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and the Piera, Pietro e Giovanni Ferrero Foundation. He was followed by Professor Pier Sandro Cocconcelli , Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences , who outlined the four foundational pillars of the programme: internationalisation, academic excellence, lifelong learning, and a strong connection to the professional world . Ettore Bologna , Head of Medical Services at the Ferrero Foundation, then addressed the graduates, extending heartfelt thanks to the Faculty, academic staff, and, above all, the students. Graduates Yunuén Almaguer Almaguer, Sara Chiari, Gaia Diotallevi, Flavia Fiumara, Andjela Matkovic, Mirjana Panic, Elena Rinaldi , and Li Xuecong presented their theses and shared their experiences in the Sensory Lab and Consumer Lab. ” The academic journey officially ended on July 3 with an award ceremony at the Auditorium of the Fondazione Piera, Pietro e Giovanni Ferrero in Alba. The event, attended by Mrs Maria Franca Ferrero, celebrated outstanding student achievements in three categories: Best Business Case Project Team (Gaia Diotallevi and Yunuén Almaguer Almaguer), Best Academic Journey (Elena Rinaldi), and Best Thesis (Xuecong Li).
At the time, ALTIS (Alta Scuola di Impresa e Società at Università Cattolica) had just been born and Professor Ornaghi asked us if we were interested in developing the programme, and I agreed. We were planning on delivering the programme at the national level which may sound less prestigious from one point of view but was a more viable option for those young entrepreneurs who didn’t have to travel across the continent to attend the programme. Thanks to our African partners we developed a business competition at the beginning of the programme giving students three different possibilities at once: by presenting their entrepreneurial business ideas they were competing for scholarships, getting attention from stakeholders, and attracting new sponsors for the programme. I believe Università Cattolica and E4Impact’s presence in Africa is one unrivalled within Europe. You are viewing Mario Molteni is Full Professor of Corporate Strategy at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore (Milan, Italy) and Rector’s Delegate for Business Relations. He is CEO of E4Impact Foundation, Università Cattolica’s spin-off for fostering impact en-trepreneurship in Africa, in partnership with local universities, that currently operates in sixteen African countries. He has lectured in Corporate Strategy and Corporate Social Responsibility on many master’s programmes (Università Cattolica, SDA Bocconi, ENI Corporate University, Publitalia, Angelicum).
Christmas in Milan looks like...
Home News &; Stories Pop Christmas in Milan looks like... Christmas in Milan looks like... by Lisa Gunnarsson. In Milan, the Christmas season with all its glory and wintry cosiness really begins December 7, on the day of Saint Ambrose, Sant'Ambrogio , the patron saint of the city. This is when the acclaimed Christmas tree in Duomo comes to life with a big lighting-up ceremony and you will find yourself enchanted by performers, dancers and Christmas carols. So, that is why I present you with my guide to what Christmas in Milan looks like... See the famous Christmas tree of Piazza Duomo Ok, first things first, the Christmas tree is amazing. Soak up the atmosphere at the Mercatini di Natale Mercatini di Natale translates to Christmas markets, and this is one of the biggest reasons why spending your holidays in Milan is truly wonderful. Mercatino di Natale in Piazza Duomo The first charming Christmas market will perfectly align with your plan to see the Christmas tree since it is right there, in the centre of the city: Piazza Duomo. Address: Via Piero della Francesca 8, 20154 Milano MI For the best views: take the tram Milan truly lights up during the holiday season and a great way to experience the city’s festive decorations and get around, besides walking, is to hop onto the public tram.
Home News &; Stories Higher ed. experts Future-proofing Higher Education: Navigating technological disruption, global competition, and evolving student expectations Future-proofing Higher Education: Navigating technological disruption, global competition, and evolving student expectations What will the classroom of the future look like? You have often spoken about the transformative power of higher education on individuals and communities. In your view, how will the classroom of the future harness this transformative potential, particularly in a world increasingly influenced by technology and global challenges? The transformative power of higher education will only continue to expand – provided we recognise and embrace the evolution of the classroom. Adult learners, degree completers, corporate upskilling programmes, virtual modalities, fast-paced credential and certificate programmes, and non-traditional baccalaureate and associate degrees all represent the broadening landscape. You are viewing Bio: Kinnari "Kin" Sejpal is the Vice President, Marketing and Communications and Chief Marketing Officer at University of Redlands, overseeing brand, digital marketing, web, and content strategy. With progressively responsible roles at Rochester Institute of Technology and Purdue University prior to Redlands, Kin is a seasoned higher education professional who believes in its power for social, economic, and national mobility. As a strong advocate for higher education marketing, she holds leadership roles with CASE (Council for Advancement and Support of Education) and AMA (American Marketing Association).
A Truly Global Education: The Impact of Double Degrees at Università Cattolica
Professor Andrea Canova Dean of the Faculty of Arts and Philosophy In 2016, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and the Beijing Language and Culture University signed the first complete Italy-China Double Degree jointly activated by two faculties of humanities. As a Faculty with a strong international vocation, how do you think the landscape of Double Degree collaborations will evolve? The Faculty of Economics has invested heavily in both mobility for individual semesters or short programmes and Double Degree programmes, based on its strong international vocation. Professor Anna Maria Fellegara Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Law Professor Fellegara, your Faculty was the first at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore to launch and promote a Double Degree programme in 2003. Professor Giovanni Gobber Dean of the Faculty of Linguistic Sciences and Foreign Literatures The Faculty of Linguistic Sciences and Foreign Literatures offers its students the opportunity to participate in a Double Degree programme at universities in the Czech Republic, France, the Russian Federation, and China. Professor Antonio Gasbarrini Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery In 2019, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore signed a Double Degree agreement with Thomas Jefferson University in Philadelphia, the first example of a recognised Double Degree in Medicine and Surgery in both the European Union and the USA. Professor Alessandro Antonietti Dean of the Faculty of Psychology For years, the Faculty of Psychology has welcomed students from non-EU universities who obtain a Double Degree from their home institution and Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. You are viewing Related articles Driving International excellence - Professor Stefano Baraldi Professor Stefano Baraldi, the former coordinator of the MSc in Management at Università Cattolica, discusses the impact of Double Degree agreements on the reputation of the Faculty of Economics and the role of internationalisation in EFMD accreditation.
Home News &; Stories Research &; Faculty Rethinking research Rethinking research During the COVID-19 emergency, scientific research (from clinical trials to mathematical models, from the future of the global economy to social and psychological repercussions) has become a key player and has taken a primary role in public debates. On the other hand, the pandemic made it more difficult for universities and their researchers to access traditional research tools, such as libraries and laboratories. As you mentioned, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more difficult to access traditional research tools, but this period has favoured new research ideas and proposals. It has provoked a very strong response: in the first phase of the pandemic until summer 2020, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore presented more than 100 COVID-19 related proposals in national and international tenders, half of which were from medical scientists and the other mainly from sociologists and psychologists. A recent example of international research cooperation is the Strategic Alliance of Catholic Research Universities (SACRU), an initiative promoted by the Rector and carried out by Dr Edilio Mazzoleni, Prof. Pier Sandro Cocconcelli and myself. You are viewing Roberto Zoboli is a Full professor of Economic Policy in the Faculty of Political and Social Sciences at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Since 2015 he is the Rector’s Delegate for Scientific Research and Sustainability and, currently, Director of ASA - Graduate School on the Environment at Università Cattolica.
At just 20-year-old, Michele Bianchi is an ex mountain bike racer, currently an Economics and Management student at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, as well as the Student Marketing Manager for Red Bull and a Technical Assistant for Scott Sports. Michele Bianchi is an Economics and Management student at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Even though he has a busy schedule, the 20-year-old Michele still manages to work full-time without letting his studies suffer. At the time of the interview, Michele is a sophomore university student who regularly attends classes. As a Student Marketing Manager, he is responsible for the marketing strategies and publicities of Red Bull inside Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and bars near the campus. One example is when Michele placed Red Bull cans under the desks of a classroom on the main campus of the university. After a mission accomplished checklist for Red Bull marketing, Michele turns to his computer to check his timetable for Scott Sports.
Home News &; Stories Higher ed. experts Digital Transformation in International Student Recruitment and Higher Education Marketing. Meet the experts: Ilaria Bossi Digital Transformation in International Student Recruitment and Higher Education Marketing. Meet the experts: Ilaria Bossi ILARIA BOSSI i s the Associate Director for International Marketing and Recruitment at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Italy. An international education enthusiast, she has six years of experience in managing student recruitment at the undergraduate and graduates level, collaborating with more than 50 recruitment agencies worldwide. Ilaria holds a Bachelor’s degree in Languages for International Relations and a Master’s degree in Political Science from Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Italy. Through digital recruitment strategies, universities can now have a truly global reach, targeting new or remote regions and connecting with prospective students who didn’t have this chance before. This is possible thanks to the massive quantity of data provided by the latter compared to offline activities, as universities can now track website traffic, engagement metrics, and conversion rates, gaining valuable insights into their audience and defining better strategies to maximise their ROI (return on investment).
Ambassadors of an education of excellence
The first Alumni Association at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore stems back to 1930, whereby the founder of the University, Father Agostino Gemelli, created the Ludovico Necchi Association in memory of his dear friend and co-creator of the University. Università Cattolica is a comprehensive university and over the years several associations have been created to involve graduates from its 12 faculties connected to certain courses, University residencies, and graduate schools. As Università Cattolica celebrates its centenary, we are proud of almost 300,000 people who have graduated from our University - professionals who now live and work all over the world. Università Cattolica Rector, Professor Franco Anelli, always affirms that the story of our University is told through its Alumni who are the ambassadors of a successful training method and education of excellence. The latter is a local alliance among the alumni of four Milanese universities (Università Cattolica, Università Bocconi, Politecnico di Milano, LIUC Università Cattaneo) created by one of our alumni, Paolo De Berardinis, to enhance knowledge and opportunities for collaborations by leveraging on the world-famous Milano brand. We would like to take this opportunity to thank Prof. ssa Sciarrone Alibrandi, Vice-Rector of Università Cattolica and President of Alumni Cattolica – Associazione Necchi; Dott. I am particularly grateful to Università Cattolica Rector Franco Anelli for his commitment to fostering the community of Alumni around the world and in the heart of Europe.
Dopamine, technology, and the future of entertainment - Part 1
In today’s so-called “dopamine culture,” our brains are being rewired to seek constant, fast rewards – weakening our ability to focus and shortening the average attention span. Let’s begin this conversation by discussing a concept that has particularly dominated psychological, and user experience studies in recent years, namely the “dopamine culture.”. The term "dopamine culture" refers to the fact that today people constantly seek more immediate gratification , especially in their use of technological devices. In my view, the very notion of "dopamine culture" is paradoxical: dopamine is a neuroscientific concept associated with immediate gratification yet using it as a lens to define our era risks oversimplification. In this sense, the concept of "dopamine culture" is itself a product of the very phenomenon it seeks to describe – an attempt to distill a multifaceted issue into the influence of a single molecule. Take, for example, the concept of the "attention economy" - essentially a precursor to the idea of "dopamine culture." Read the second part of the interview You are viewing Bio: Andrea Gaggioli is a Full Professor of General Psychology at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, where he directs the Research Center in Communication Psychology (PSICOM) and the master's programme in User Experience Psychology (UxP).
Leading the Future of Medicine: Innovation, Technology, and Impact
Home News &; Stories Research &; Faculty Leading the Future of Medicine: Innovation, Technology, and Impact Leading the Future of Medicine: Innovation, Technology, and Impact How will innovations in personalised medicine revolutionise patient care over the next decade? At Università Cattolica, she is pioneering medical education and research, equipping future doctors with the skills to integrate AI and personalised medicine into clinical practice. Inspired by a pioneering female radiologist and propelled by the challenges of the Albanian Civil War, Professor Sala embraced radiology, finding a path that merged innovation with clinical excellence. As medicine evolves, integrating AI, personalised diagnostics, and advanced imaging will be essential to delivering precise, patient-centred care. You are viewing BIO: Professor Evis Sala is a pioneering figure in oncologic imaging, seamlessly blending AI with advanced radiology to redefine cancer diagnostics. As Full Professor of Radiology at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore and Director of Diagnostic Imaging and Oncologic Radiotherapy Department at the Gemelli Hospital, she spearheads innovative research shaping precision medicine. A prolific scholar and thought leader, Professor Sala continues to drive the future of oncologic imaging, reinforcing Università Cattolica’s standing at the forefront of medical innovation.
Università Cattolica Among the World’s Top 450 Universities
Home News &; Stories News and Events Università Cattolica Among the World’s Top 450 Universities Università Cattolica Among the World’s Top 450 Universities. The latest QS World University Rankings 2026 have just been released, and Università Cattolica continues its upward trajectory that has been steadily progressing for the past decade. This achievement rewards the consistent efforts made in recent years to enhance the University's reputationalready strong within Italyon the international stage, particularly in the field of research. Similarly, the University advanced by 136 positions in the "International Research Network" indicator, which assesses the global reach and collaboration of its research activities. The highest-ranked indicator for Università Cattolica is "Employer Reputation," where it stands at 311th worldwide. This year, QS evaluated a total of 8,468 universities worldwide, with 1,501 institutions making it into the final rankings (112 more than the previous year), 43 of which are located in Italy. Further confirmation of the efforts to consolidate and enhance the University’s international reputation is also reflected in two other renowned rankings: Times Higher Education (THE), where Università Cattolica ranks among the top 350 universities worldwide, and US News, where it holds the 341st position globally.
Ethics in the age of AI: responsibility, bias, and human values
Home News &; Stories Research &; Faculty Ethics in the age of AI: responsibility, bias, and human values Ethics in the age of AI: responsibility, bias, and human values. In an era where AI is closing in on human-like cognition, is this technology about to spark the defining ethical debate of the next decadeand forever change how we define progress? Professor Ciro De Florio challenges us to view AI not as a simple imitation of human intelligence, but as a continuum of adaptive systems that pose both age-old and novel ethical questions . By recognising both the promise and the limits of AI, we can better harness its strengths to serve the collective good – without mistaking a powerful tool for a cure-all solution. Professor De Florio, your academic interest in AI goes back well before the widespread adoption of large language models such as ChatGPT. In your opinion, what ethical risks arise when AI starts to mimic human intelligence? A key point is that we often presume AI imitates our intelligence, which is a rather anthropocentric view: we look at AI and say, “It’s imitating us.”. Some AI leaders predict that, within the next decade, AI will help solve complex challenges – from cancer treatments to climate change.
Dopamine, technology, and the future of entertainment - Part 2
In today’s so-called “dopamine culture,” our brains are being rewired to seek constant, fast rewards – weakening our ability to focus and shortening the average attention span. Communication increasingly favors brief, emotionally charged messages; media become fragmented and distracting; and education must confront the challenge of moving beyond performance metrics. As Professor Andrea Gaggioli suggests, the answer isn’t to reject technology, but to rebuild meaning around it, through it, and because of it. At one moment, we listen to music; on another, we hear a podcast; then we use an app; then we’re on TikTok, and so on. The problem, therefore, isn’t allocating attention to each fragment, but rather, from such a fragmented experience, reconstructing a pattern, a general sense. I believe a future trend will not be so much about content or taste but about the evolution of the media in general: I think we are moving towards an immersive meta-medium, something we could call “extended media.”. Just as the Internet has encapsulated other media, I think we’ll see the development of increasingly immersive media that will encapsulate other media . Read the first part of the interview You are viewing Bio: Andrea Gaggioli is a Full Professor of General Psychology at Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, where he directs the Research Center in Communication Psychology (PSICOM) and the master's programme in User Experience Psychology (UxP).
MEDICINE AND SURGERY The first group of students from the Medicine and Surgery program taught entirely in English graduated in July 2019. The graduation day was introduced by Luca Richeldi, President of the degree course in Medicine and Surgery, followed by speeches by the Rector Franco Anelli, Rocco Bellantone, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, and Gigliola Sica, former President of the degree course in Medicine and Surgery. The inaugural address was led by Mark Tykocinski, Provost of the Thomas Jefferson University, with which Università Cattolica has recently signed a double degree agreement aimed at the students of the Medicine and Surgery program. Università Cattolica ranks 121-130 in the world and is placed 5th in Italy. Università Cattolica also ranks 58th in the world and 1st in Italy for the Employer- Student Connections indicator. NEW PROGRAMS From the 2020/2021 academic year, Università Cattolica will offer four new programs taught entirely in English. ASERI On November 15, ASERI, Cattolica’s Post Graduate School of Economics and International Relations, organized the conference: “International Relations at 100: The Liberal World Order and Beyond.”.
Understanding what makes Gen Z tick. Meet the experts. Rob Lawrence, expert in Marketing strategies
Rob Lawrence, expert in Marketing strategies Rob Lawrence has spent 30 years producing strategies for universities and governments around the world. How do Generation Z see themselves? Generation Z has seen technology as a constant throughout their formative years. Consequently, Generation Z are technically adept and agile, social media has become their primary means of communication and they access information and opportunities from multiple sources. One final thought: whilst the term Generation Z is technically correct, there is another way to interpret this segment and that is Generation G, since they look upon the world through a different lens to that of their predecessors. What do Generation Z look for when applying for a specific program / university? There continue to be those members of Generation Z who are intent upon a specific career, such as medicine or architecture. Consequently, many seek options which spark their interest around what a program offers, the opportunities and experiences which come with the program and, how they consider a university can facilitate their desired goals. They still look to practicalities, such as transport access, course duration and facilities; but equally, Generation Z looks for community, environment and opportunities.
Is higher ed ready for 2020? Meet the experts. Thomas Peden, World Endeavors
Thomas Peden, World Endeavors Is higher ed ready for 2020? Meet the experts. Thomas Peden, World Endeavors THOMAS PEDEN is the Founder and Executive Director of World Endeavors. Institutions can teach students how to solve problems by imparting subject knowledge, teaching problem-solving strategies and helping students gain proficiency in a number of other important intellectual and practical skills. But to cultivate or encourage a desire in students to help others in society, institutions should employ experiential education methods, which integrate direct experience and guided reflection into the instructional process. For years, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore has made international experiential education central to its mission. Università Cattolica ensures a diverse range of students can participate in these programs by providing scholarships and grants and leverages strong partnerships with best-in-class partners and organizations in order to make the widest array of meaningful opportunities available to students. Cattolica students who participate in international volunteer or internship programs are assigned to locally prioritized projects which aim to address problems impacting local communities.
The General Director of the Fondazione Policlinico Gemelli, Professor Marco Elefanti, has recently stated: “It is with great pride that I share this news with the whole community of Policlinico Gemelli and Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore. Università Cattolica ranks among the top 400 institutions in the world. Among the subjects included in the ranking, Università Cattolica ranks in the range 51-75 for Food Science and Technology. THE FORUM ON EDUCATION ABROAD – EMEA CONFERENCE 2022 In October 2022, Università Cattolica hosted the Forum on Education Abroad’s EMEA Conference on its Milan Campus. Franco Anelli, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore Rector, has said that “hosting the Forum on Education Abroad’s Annual Conference is a great honour for us. On a global scale, Università Cattolica gained 12 positions in Classics and Ancient Studies from the past year’s edition, moving to 38th place in the world. For the first time this year, the subject of History is featured and Università Cattolica is among the top 230 universities in the world.
Home News &; Stories Students and alumni #trustthejourney #trustthejourney by Matthew Burgos At first, Francesco comes across as shy and reserved, but underneath the surface he is bustling with energy, craving the next authentic experience in a unique destination. Generation Z is the most traveled destination, as seeing the world has become one of their top priorities, as is the case with Francesco who has undertaken several study and internship opportunities abroad. The first time Francesco Cinti went to Japan, he climbed Mt. Fuji. Francesco stretched his arms after the long trek and sighed happily, a reminder of the treasure trove that could be found when traveling abroad. Francesco has always been curious about traveling. At that time, Francesco wasn’t worried about his studies. In return for the towering plates of Italian cuisine on the dining table, Francesco brings home his new palette of stories to tell to his family.
Home News &; Stories News and Events Insider news Insider news URSULA VON DER LEYEN AT THE ACADEMIC YEAR INAUGURATION “You are not just the first generation of digital natives, the most connected ones, the most educated generation in our history. And at Università Cattolica, you have put your skills at the service of others, and thanks to professors and staff who have always encouraged solidarity and volunteering. Voglio un'Europa al servizio dei giovani”. These are the words Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, addressed to the students, professors and staff filling the Aula Magna at Università Cattolica Milan campus for the AY 2021/2022 inauguration. UNIVERSITY RANKINGS The QS World University Rankings by Subject 2022 was published on April 6, 2022. THE GEMELLI HOSPITAL RANKED #1 IN ITALY AND #37 IN THE WORLD Università Cattolica Agostino Gemelli University Hospital is the best hospital in Italy and #37 worldwide based on the World’s Best Hospital 2022 Ranking by News-week. The ranking analyses 2,000 hospitals across 25 countries and it takes into consideration the excellence for patient treatments, the number of well-known doctors, the quality of its nursing staff and the availability of innovative technologies.
Home News &; Stories Higher ed. experts Digital Transformation in International Student Recruitment and Higher Education Marketing. Meet the experts: Piet Van Hove Digital Transformation in International Student Recruitment and Higher Education Marketing. Meet the experts: Piet Van Hove PIET VAN HOVE is a Senior Policy Advisor at the University of Antwerp and currently serves as the President of the European Association for International Education (EAIE). He has been active in internationalisation since 1995, working in the areas of student and staff mobility, development cooperation, services for international staff and students, international educational projects and strategic networking. Piet has been in the leadership of several professional associations and non-profits at the national and international level for many years, such as Flanders Knowledge Area, the Academic Cooperation Association (ACA), the NGO APOPO (training rats to save lives) and the EAIE. In your role as President of the EAIE, what is your vision of the international student of the future? How do you see the evolving needs, expectations, and aspirations of students shaping the landscape of international higher education? Through methodologies like Collaborative Online International Learning (COIL) we can actually bring the benefits of global learning to learners who never had access to physical mobility.
Work, Study, and Self-improvement in the Online World
Home News &; Stories Students and alumni Work, Study, and Self-improvement in the Online World Work, Study, and Self-improvement in the Online World by Laura Bebre. We sat down with a recent graduate of Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Barbara Rusconi, who now works as a Financial Support Officer at CERN, to see how she seeks out education and navigates working online in a world where the office has become an extension of our apartments. After obtaining her bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management at the nearby Università Cattolica, Milan campus, Barbara soon acquired a position at CERN in Geneva, Switzerland in 2017. Barbara left her stable and already respectable position in the world-famous organisation and returned to Università Cattolica to acquire a master’s degree. Going back to Università Cattolica was a natural choice for Barbara as she knew she wanted to study in English and the Master of Science in Management at Università Cattolica offered the ideal opportunity for this. After finishing her programme at UCLA, Barbara moved on to her thesis “The Impact of Data in a World Transformed by COVID-19” at Università Cattolica. When the pandemic eventually hit, COVID-19 offered a great opportunity for a case study in the Open Science context and Barbara’s main goal was to research how the data was used while showing that business and non-profit organisations can and should work together, thus merging the two worlds.
Home News &; Stories Higher ed. experts Digital Transformation in International Student Recruitment and Higher Education Marketing. Meet the experts: Alejandra Otero Digital Transformation in International Student Recruitment and Higher Education Marketing. Meet the experts: Alejandra Otero ALEJANDRA OTERO is the founder &; CEO at geNEOus - Education Marketing Experts With A Purpose. Alejandra is also a speaker on subjects such as digital innovation, marketing automation, international education, and student recruitment/ enrollment enablement. Let's look at this from different angles: Organic and Paid Social Media : AI tools can be used to monitor social media mentions of the institution, sentiments about the brand, trending topics among prospective students, and SEO performance to improve brand awareness. Predictive Analytics: AI algorithms can analyse large amounts of data from various sources (e.g., social media, websites, and student databases) to predict trends and thus optimise marketing strategies on prospective students' behaviour, interests, and needs. Personalisation: AI can also automate many routine tasks (e.g., email marketing, social media posting, customise website content based on a visitor's preferences or past browsing behaviour) delivering a unique user experience that is more likely to convert prospects into students.
Bring on the digital revolution. Meet the experts. Lynnae Venaruzzo, Western Sydney University
Lynnae Venaruzzo, Western Sydney University Bring on the digital revolution. Lynnae Venaruzzo, Western Sydney University As Western Sydney University continues to implement its carefully managed four-stage return to campus plan, what course of actions have the professors taken to engage the students in online learning? A flipped learning strategy that promotes studentcen-tred learning is the norm. We have student curriculum partners who have been instrumental in helping inform the design of Zoom and Blackboard Collaborate sessions to optimise student engagement in online learning modes. What has the reception of the academic staff been in delivering online classes at Western Sydney University? Western Sydney University’s approach has truly been a partnership effort. How does Western Sydney University support the academic staff in their online classrooms? Western Sydney University offers a diverse programme of support for academics teaching online. This is available at: efquest.westernsydney.edu.au/ You are viewing LYNNAE VENARUZZO is Head of Technology-Enabled-Learning in the Office of the PVC Learning Futures at Western Sydney University. She leads a team of User Experience (UX) Designers, Learning Science Analysts, and Educational Technologists to partner with academic staff to design, develop and evaluate technology-enabled-learning environments and materials that engage students in active learning in online, flipped and HyFlex modes of delivery.
Community and equal opportunities
She is the first Pro-Rector delegate for Equal Opportunities , a role recently created following the publication of the first Gender Equality Plan at Università Cattolica. What are the bodies dedicated to equal opportunities at Università Cattolica and how do they work together? The Gender Equality Plan (GEP) is a policy document required by Europe for all institutions, including universities, aimed at reducing gender asymmetries across various fronts. Thanks to the GEP, two working and governance groups have been developed: the Gender Equality Team and the GEP Unit. There is also the Committee for Equal Opportunities/Committee for Equal Opportunities for Women and Men, which stimulates the promotion of cultural events, oversees projects, and supervises efforts in this area. Moreover, for the first time within the university strategic plan, a dedicated working table for equal opportunities has been established, which I am responsible for alongside the Human Resources Director, Marzia Benelli. Which project do you think has contributed most to creating a community spirit within Università Cattolica? One project that exemplifies the connection of all these bodies is the recently launched Focus Team on Equal Opportunities at the University. It consists of creating working groups that allow participants to express their opinions and give suggestions for organisational change respecting the theme of equal opportunities and inclusion to improve well-being in the workplace .
