The University of Alabama in Huntsville (UAH), part of The University of Alabama System, announced today that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with the Université d'Évry Val-d'Essonne (UEVE), a French public university located in Évry-Courcouronnes, outside of Paris, France. The agreement, signed Sept. 20 at the Student Services Building on the UAH campus, will enable cooperative implementation of research and training programs in such disciplines as music, humanities and social sciences, and biology.
“This partnership opens new doors for all UAH students, especially those pursuing degrees in biology or humanities, arts and social sciences,” says Dr. Charles L. Karr, UAH President. As part of the agreement, the campuses will pursue opportunities to collaborate on academic programming, including joint degree (or “twinned”) programs, study abroad, student hosting or exchange, research, internships, practical training, distance learning, continuing education, cooperative education, and service learning.
The benefits of the agreement extend beyond the student population. In addition, the institutions may establish exchanges for training, teaching or professional development, as well as engage in collaborative research projects, workshops or conferences.
“In our increasingly global economy, it is important for students to take advantage of opportunities to expand their perspectives and learn more about the world,” says Karr. “This partnership is yet one more way UAH is innovating its curriculum to ensure our students receive a truly well-rounded education.”
