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 via email

Online sessions
DATETIMEACTIVITYSPEAKER
13th April 202610:00 – 10:30Introduction UNIgreen Communication Unit
10:30 – 12:00Seminar – Circular Economy – from theory to practice for the local business models Prof. Francesco Silvestri
12:00 – 12:30Q&AProf. Francesco Silvestri
15th April 202610:00 – 12:00Seminar – Networks, Participation and SustainabilityProf. Stefano Ghinoi
12:00 – 12:30Q&AProf. Stefano Ghinoi

Detailed information regarding the online sessions will be communicated to participants via email

Day 1
TIMEACTIVITYSPEAKER/ COORDINATORSLOCATION
09:00 – 10:00Sala del Tricolore Visit -Reggio Emilia Municipality welcomeReggio Emilia MunicipalitySala Del Tricolore
10:00 – 11:00Reggio Emilia City Center Walking tour while walking to ReggianeFoundation E35
11:00 – 11:30Break—
11:30 – 12:30Introduction to the Programme and Presentation of UNIgreen AllianceStudent Associations + UNIMORE TutorsCap. 15C – Room M0.8
12:30-13:30Lunch break (on site)
13:30 – 15:00Getting to Know Each Other – Icebreaking and Team BuildingUNIMORE Local Team + Student AssociationsCap. 15C – Room M0.8
15:00-17:00Visit to UNIMORE Research LaboratoriesTecnopolo
17:00-19:30Free Time
19:30-21:30“Aperitivo Rinforzato” Welcome PartyChiostri di San Pietro
Day 2
TIMEACTIVITYSPEAKER/ COORDINATORSLOCATION
09:00 – 10:30Class: Democratic processes, intermediate bodies and political representation todayProf. Massimiliano Panarari (Scientific Coordinator)+ Prof. Giancarlo CorsiCap. 15C – Room M0.8
10:30 – 11:00Break—
11:00 – 13:00Workshop: Participatory Governance in Higher EducationUNIMORE Faculty + Student Facilitators+ Dott. Eugenio CapitaniCap. 15C – Room M0.8
13:00 – 14:30Lunch break (on site)—
14:30 – 16:30Student associations timeUNIMORE student AssosiationsCap. 15C – Room M0.8
Day 3
TIMEACTIVITYSPEAKER/ COORDINATORSLOCATION
07:30 – 14:30Field Trip to Consortium Parmigiano Reggiano – Cooperative Governance Model: Sustainability and Territorial Development
Lunch		Consortium Parmigiano Reggiano Representatives + UNIMORE TutorsCasina (RE)
19:00 – 23:30Earth Day Party—Cap17-Piazza
Day 4
TIMEACTIVITYSPEAKER/ COORDINATORSLOCATION
09:00 – 10:30Cooperative in entrepeneurshipLegacoopCap. 15C – Room M0.5
10:30 – 11:00Break—
11:00 – 12:00AI Tools for Job Hunting and Ethical Use in Recruitment – Career DayProf. Marcello PellacaniCap. 15C – Room M0.5
12:00 – 13:30Public Speaking – Career DayTEDx Reggio EmiliaCap. 15C – Room M0.5
Lunch break (on site)
14:30 – 16:30Visit and Dialogue Session at Reggio Children FoundationReggio Children Foundation Educators + UNIMORE TutorsCaffarri – Via Flavio Gioia 4, Reggio Emilia
17:15 – 18:00 Research Meets Community: The Importance of Public Engagement for Climate, Biodiversity and Circular EconomyGiuseppe Montevecchi + Giulia Santunionecap. 15C
Day 5
TIMEACTIVITYSPEAKER/ COORDINATORSLOCATION
09:00 – 10:30Workshop: Civic Engagement and European CitizenshipUNIMORE + UNIgreen + Student AssociationsCap. 15C – Room M1.2
10:30 – 11:00Break—
11:00 – 13:00Final Roundtable with the Rector and Evaluation Session-Closing Ceremony and CertificatesUNIMORE + UNIgreen + Student AssociationsCap. 15C – Room M1.2
13:00 – 14:30Farewell Lunch—

In addition to academic sessions, the programme includes several side activities