About the Open Conversations

Open Conversation
Credit: Angelina Vernetti, Humboldt-Universität zu Berlin

Open Conversations are among the flagship educational formats of the Circle U. Open Campus. They are hybrid events aimed at all Circle U. staff, students, external partners, and the wider public.

Open Conversations foster interdisciplinary exchange across Circle U.'s thematic areas. The topics addressed are highly relevant to students and encourage critical reflection on pressing global challenges, European values, and/or the role of universities in a world in transition.

With a strong emphasis on student engagement and diverse, inclusive dialogue, Open Conversations bring together emerging and experienced speakers of different ages, backgrounds, and perspectives.

Upcoming Open Conversations

Academic Freedom at Risk
21
Apr.
2026

Is Academic Freedom at Risk?

Water Energy
21
Apr.
2026

Water in a Changing Climate: The Water-Energy-Food Nexus

Photo Open conversation one health
22
Apr.
2026

Open Conversation: One Planet–One Health? New Challenges for Medical Thinking in times of Climate Change

OC24022026
24
Apr.
2026

Open Conversation: From Global Convergence to Multipolar Conflict

Watch the recordings

Did you miss our last Open Conversation? Check out our thematic playlists.

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