
Bielefeld University is part of the NEOLAiA network, an association of nine young, dynamically developing higher education institutions in various European regions beyond the metropolises. With a regional focus, NEOLAiA aims to create an open and inclusive educational and social environment that sponsors equity at the university and in European society as a whole.
With the NEOTeAch programme, teaching staff can integrate international and digital elements into their teaching and support students in developing multilingual teaching materials. Click here for the call.
The session was led by Anna Lorentzon (Örebro University) and Jörg Heeren (Bielefeld University).
Two languages assistents from the NEOLAiA network are at Bielefeld University
Blended Intensive Programme in Örebro serves as a starting point for new collaborations
The NEOLAiA European University Alliance was represented at the NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo, one of the world’s largest international education events. Through its participation, NEOLAiA contributed to global discussions on the future of higher education, international cooperation, and innovative approaches to university collaboration.


Within the Alliance, Bielefeld University coordinates the topic area "Inclusion and Diversity" and thus Work Package 3 "Diversity & Inclusion". The heads of the work package are Professor Dr Michaela Vogt and Dr Amelie Labusch.
