Jean Monnet Summer Academy Concluding Ceremony will be held on September 25

European University cordially invites you to the culmination event of the Jean Monnet Summer Academy “EU Enlargement: Theory, Practice, and Contemporary Challenges.” Join us to celebrate our graduates and engage in expert discussions on EU enlargement from international and Georgian perspectives.

Event Details

• Date: Thursday, September 25, 2025
• Time: 16:00–19:00 (Georgian Time)
• Location: Conference Hall, 7th Floor, European University, David Sarajishvili Street #17, Tbilisi
• Format: In-person event with international guest joining online

About the Jean Monnet Summer Academy:

This ceremony marks the successful completion of an intensive 30 academic contact hours program focusing on “EU Enlargement: Theory, Practice, and Contemporary Challenges.” The Academy was conducted within the framework of the Jean Monnet Module “European Union Enlargement: Past Lessons for Future Decisions” (EnlargEU – 101127859), featuring distinguished international experts from across Europe and North America.

Program Highlights:

• Opening Remarks (16:00–16:10) – The ceremony will commence with welcoming addresses from European University leadership and the Erasmus+ National Office in Georgia, celebrating the achievements of our Academy graduates.
• International Expertise: Croatia’s EU Journey (16:10–17:05) – Dr. Kosjenka Dumančić, Jean Monnet Chair at the University of Zagreb, will join online to share Croatia’s transformative experience as the EU’s most recent acceding country, offering practical insights into the enlargement process and lessons learned.
• Georgian Perspective: Current Challenges (17:05–18:00) – Dr. Guranda Chelidze, Jean Monnet Chair at Caucasus University, will examine Georgia’s EU integration journey, analyzing challenges reflected in recent Enlargement Package assessments and providing expert analysis of our country’s European path.
• Expert Panel Discussion (18:00–18:30) “EU Enlargement Perspectives” – A distinguished panel featuring Academy speakers, Dr. Tamta Tskhovrebadze (Webster University Georgia; Dr. Tinatin Akhvlediani (College of Europe, CEPS Brussels ანდ Dr. Bidzina Lebanidze (University of Jena, GIP Tbilisi), moderated by Dr. Tatia Dolidze, Jean Monnet Module Academic Coordinator.
• Interactive Q&A Session (18:30–19:00) – Engage directly with our expert speakers and panelists in discussions about EU enlargement and Georgia’s European integration.

Who Should Attend

This celebration and academic event welcomes:

• Academy graduates and their supporters – celebrate this significant achievement
• Students and faculty interested in European studies and EU enlargement
• Policy professionals and practitioners working on European integration
• Civil society representatives engaged in Georgia’s EU path
• Anyone interested in Georgia’s European future and EU enlargement dynamics

Distinguished Academy Faculty

The Summer Academy featured an exceptional lineup of international experts, including speakers from Georgia, Belgium, Estonia, Germany, Lithuania,Turkey, Canada, Austria, and Croatia – all contributing to a comprehensive understanding of EU enlargement processes.

Registration Required

Please RSVP to attend: tatia.dolidze@eu.edu.ge