BIP 2026 is structured as a 5-day intensive programme combining academic sessions, experiential learning, and community events.
The programme takes place at University of Modena and Reggio Emilia and within the Parco Innovazione area.
Each day includes a mix of:
- lectures and discussions
- interactive workshops
- group activities
- site visits and public events
Participants are expected to attend all scheduled academic activities.
Detailed Schedule
Any updates to the programme will be communicated in advance to participants
Day 1
| TIME | ACTIVITY | SPEAKER/ COORDINATORS | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 – 10:00 | Sala del Tricolore Visit -Reggio Emilia Municipality welcome | Reggio Emilia Municipality | Sala Del Tricolore |
| 10:00 – 11:00 | Reggio Emilia City Center Walking tour while walking to Reggiane | Foundation E35 | |
| 11:00 – 11:30 | Break | — | |
| 11:30 – 12:30 | Introduction to the Programme and Presentation of UNIgreen Alliance | Student Associations + UNIMORE Tutors | Cap. 15C – Room M0.8 |
| 12:30-13:30 | Lunch break (on site) | ||
| 13:30 – 15:00 | Getting to Know Each Other – Icebreaking and Team Building | UNIMORE Local Team + Student Associations | Cap. 15C – Room M0.8 |
| 15:00-17:00 | Visit to UNIMORE Research Laboratories | Tecnopolo | |
| 17:00-19:30 | Free Time | ||
| 19:30-21:30 | “Aperitivo Rinforzato” Welcome Party | Chiostri di San Pietro |
Day 2
| TIME | ACTIVITY | SPEAKER/ COORDINATORS | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Class: Democratic processes, intermediate bodies and political representation today | Prof. Massimiliano Panarari (Scientific Coordinator)+ Guest expert | Cap. 15C – Room M0.8 |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Break | — | |
| 11:00 – 13:00 | Workshop: Participatory Governance in Higher Education | UNIMORE Faculty + Student Facilitators+ Guest expert | Cap. 15C – Room M0.8 |
| 13:00 – 14:30 | Lunch break (on site) | — | |
| 14:30 – 16:30 | Student associations time | UNIMORE students Assosiations | Cap. 15C – Room M0.8 |
Day 3
| TIME | ACTIVITY | SPEAKER/ COORDINATORS | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30 – 14:30 | Field Trip to Consortium Parmigiano Reggiano – Cooperative Governance Model: Sustainability and Territorial Development Lunch | Consortium Parmigiano Reggiano Representatives + UNIMORE Tutors | Casina (RE) |
| 19:00 – 23:30 | Earth Day Party | — | Cap17-Piazza |
Day 4
| TIME | ACTIVITY | SPEAKER/ COORDINATORS | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Cooperative in entrepeneurship | Legacoop | Cap. 15C – Room M0.5 |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Break | — | |
| 11:00 – 12:00 | AI Tools for Job Hunting and Ethical Use in Recruitment – Career Day | UNIMORE Staff + Guest Expert (tbc) | Cap. 15C – Room M0.5 |
| 12:00 – 13:30 | Public Speaking – Career Day | TEDx Reggio Emilia | Cap. 15C – Room M0.5 |
| Lunch break (on site) | |||
| 14:30 – 16:30 | Visit and Dialogue Session at Reggio Children Foundation | Reggio Children Foundation Educators + UNIMORE Tutors | Caffarri – Via Flavio Gioia 4, Reggio Emilia |
Day 5
| TIME | ACTIVITY | SPEAKER/ COORDINATORS | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09:00 – 10:30 | Workshop: Civic Engagement and European Citizenship | UNIMORE + UNIgreen + Student Associations | Cap. 15C – Room M1.2 |
| 10:30 – 11:00 | Break | — | |
| 11:00 – 13:00 | Final Roundtable with the Rector and Evaluation Session-Closing Ceremony and Certificates | UNIMORE + UNIgreen + Student Associations | Cap. 15C – Room M1.2 |
| 13:00 – 14:30 | Farewell Lunch | — |
In addition to academic sessions, the programme includes several side activities