Applications are now open for the WIPO Global Awards 2025 competition, inviting submissions from small businesses, startups, and university spin-offs. The Awards are open to applicants worldwide and across all business activities. They aim to recognize the effective use of intellectual property for business growth and social impact. This year, special mentions will be givenContinue reading “WIPO Global Awards 2025: Applications Now Open”
Category Archives: Universities
UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education
UNESCO has appointed Pharrell Williams as its Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship. Paris, December 19, 2024 — On Tuesday, Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, appointed Pharrell Williams as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship during a ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters in Paris. Renowned as an Academy Award-nominated musicianContinue reading “UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education”
University of Toronto Tops QS World Sustainability Rankings 2025
QS Quacquarelli Symonds, experts in global higher education, released the third edition of the QS World Sustainability Rankings 2025, featuring over 1,740 universities from 107 locations. The University of Toronto has been confirmed as the world’s top institution, followed by ETH Zurich in second place. Professor Meric Gertler, President of the University of Toronto, stated,Continue reading “University of Toronto Tops QS World Sustainability Rankings 2025”
UNESCO Report on Addressing Gender Violence in Universities
UNESCO is preparing to publish an extensive report that will critically examine the prevalence of gender-based violence within higher education institutions. This analysis aims to provide valuable insights and contribute to the ongoing efforts to address this critical issue. The International Day for Eliminating Violence Against Women was observed globally on November 25, 2024. EachContinue reading “UNESCO Report on Addressing Gender Violence in Universities”
Collegiate Cricket League Launches in the US
The Collegiate Cricket League (CCL) is bringing global cricket to colleges across the United States. Bringing Colleges Together Across the Nation to Promote Cricket, with Support from USA Cricket and NCL. DALLAS, TEXAS, December 5, 2024 — The Collegiate Cricket League (CCL) has proudly announced its official launch, positioning itself as the foremost organization dedicatedContinue reading “Collegiate Cricket League Launches in the US”
Transforming Cities: United Nations University’s New Hub at The City College of New York
The United Nations University has launched its first Hub in the U.S. at The City College of New York. NEW YORK, November 23, 2024 — A new hub for the United Nations University (UNU) focused on Remote Sensing and Sustainable Innovations for Resilient Urban Systems (R-SIRUS) has been established at The City College of NewContinue reading “Transforming Cities: United Nations University’s New Hub at The City College of New York”
Rice University Expands to India: A New Chapter in Global Education
Houston, Texas, November 18, 2024 — Rice University, a global leader in research and innovation, is enhancing its international presence by launching Rice Global India. This strategic initiative highlights the university’s commitment to promoting global collaboration and supporting India’s rapidly growing education and technology sectors. Rice University, established in 1912, is located in Houston, Texas,Continue reading “Rice University Expands to India: A New Chapter in Global Education”
Johns Hopkins Delegation in New Delhi
India’s Education Minister, Dharmendra Pradhan, met with a delegation from Johns Hopkins University. Dharmendra Pradhan discussed opportunities for academic and research collaboration. Discussions are underway regarding establishing an offshore Johns Hopkins University campus in India. New Delhi, India, November 17, 2024 — Union Minister for Education, Mr. Dharmendra Pradhan, met today with a high-level delegationContinue reading “Johns Hopkins Delegation in New Delhi”
