Science for Global Challenges is the motto for involving the general public, especially younger students, in research activities and scientific knowledge that can respond to major global and European challenges related to environmental sustainability, health, urban climate, oceans, soil and smart cities.
Known as the biggest science night in Europe, it's an opportunity to show the impact of research on our daily lives in an accessible, fun and participatory way. Throughout the day, there will be plenty of interactions and challenges, with the chance to win tickets to visit the Natural History and Science Museum and the Botanical Garden.
On 26 September, from 17.00 to midnight, bring the family and take a walk around the Museum, the Lisbon Botanical Garden or the Príncipe Real Garden. Take part in all the activities for free and celebrate science.
ULisboa will be present with its 'Passport to Science', the objective of which is to publicise all the activities of its Schools, through its research units and groups.
Further information here
The registration period for Atelier )aberto(, coordinated by Anabela Mota, is now open for another Painting Workshop at ISEG.
The workshop sessions take place every Tuesday from 18.00 to 20.00.
This workshop is for anyone interested, with or without previous experience in painting.
For further information and registration, please contact 916 067 780.
The ISEG Alumni Económicas - ISEG Alumni Association will continue its Mentoring Programme. The objective of this initiative is to support final-year students and recent graduates in their transition to the job market.
The programme gives each participant the opportunity to be accompanied by a mentor - a former ISEG student who graduated more than five years ago - who can share his or her professional experience and provide close, personalised support.
The objective is to facilitate the integration of young people into employment. This is a period of great challenges, radical changes and uncertainty, but one that must be faced with courage and proactively.
The deadline for applications for mentees is open until 30 September. The following can sign up:
Through Ignite Mentoring, participants will have the opportunity to be part of a group of leaders and learn from professionals who have already consolidated their careers. They benefit from sharing knowledge, experiences and a privileged network of contacts.
👉 Enjoy this unique opportunity for personal and professional growth and make sure you sign up for the programme.
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You're starting at the oldest Economics and Management school in the country, with a tradition of over 114 years in educating Portugal's business and political elite.
Now it's your turn!
To mark the beginning of one of the most important stages of your life, we've prepared an afternoon of integration so that you can get to know our institution better.
Programme:
10:00 - 10:30 | Claústros (Quelhas Building, floor 2)
Check-in and delivery of the Welcome Kit
10:30 - 11:30 | CGD Auditorium, (Quelhas Building, floor 2)
Welcome from the Presidency
Presentation of ISEG Services
Student Association presentation
Presentation of the Fénix System, Teams and internet network
11:30 - 12:00 - Tour Time
12:00 - Cocktail
Next Monday, a new dining area will be inaugurated in the Quelhas building, adding to the range of options available to ISEG's academic community. It will be open from Monday to Friday, between 7:30 and 19:00.
The new infrastructure integrates two distinct areas: the Lisbon Emotionsdedicated to buffet service, and the Bio Emotions, which will operate as a cafeteria and grab & go, offering quick and practical solutions for everyday life.
With this opening, ISEG now has another quality and convenient option for meals on campus, promoting the well-being and conviviality of its community.
The Economic Alumni of ISEG - ISEG Alumni Association promotes the Solidarity Economy Alumni Programis a financial support program for students with economic difficulties. The aim is to ensure that no deserving student is prevented from studying at ISEG due to lack of conditions.
The program is funded by donations from former students and companies and covers expenses such as accommodation, transport, school supplies and meals.
The deadline for applications for the program are now open.
👉 Check out the regulations here and sends the application form to aaa@iseg.ulisboa.pt.
ISEG - Lisbon School of Economics & Management has emerged for the first time as the No. 1 university in Portugal in the IDEAS/RePEc ranking, in the indicator of universities with the highest scientific impact in the world over the last 10 years.
This historic result reinforces excellence and international visibility of the research produced at ISEG, placing the School at the top of national scientific production in economics and management.
Even more significant is the individual prominence of our researchers:
With three researchers among the National Top 5 in the ranking of authors (last 10 years), ISEG has established itself as a benchmark in the country in the area of research in Economics and Management.
👉 See the full ranking here.
The research seminars for the first semester of the 2025/26 academic year will take place run from 10 September to 3 December 2025, on Wednesdays, from 13.00 to 14.00, in Lecture theatre 4 (Quelhas Building, 4th Floor).
The seminars will feature professors from ISEG as well as other Portuguese and international schools, covering topics related to economics, management, finance, social sciences and mathematics.
Free admission.
NOTE: For reasons of force majeure, the research seminar session scheduled for October 15, 2025, will not take place.
Programme
Universidade de Lisboa (ULisboa) celebrates the start of the Academic Year 2025/26 on 25 September, with a diverse programme that includes the Rector's Inauguration Ceremony and the Solemn Opening Session of the Academic Year, delivery of welcome kit to 1st year Bachelor's and Master's students, sports activities and a Sunset Party.
| Delivery of the welcome kit | 14.00-20.00 Those starting the 1st year of their Bachelor's or Integrated Master's degree at ULisboa this year, can pick up their kit from 14.00 to 20.00 at Alameda da Universidade. |
| Everything together | 14.00-17.00 The Sports Stadium of Universidade de Lisboa, the Health and well-being team and Promoting Academic Success of ULisboa have prepared a mix of activities that will challenge your skills in sports, intellectually and your general knowledge of YOUR university. There are even gifts to be won… from 14.00-17.00, at the Alameda da Universidade. |
| Solemn Session | 15.30 This ceremony marks the start of the academic year for the entire ULisboa community. In addition to the Solemn Opening Session of the Academic Year, the Rector of Universidade de Lisboa will formally take office at the Aula Magna of Universidade de Lisboa at 15.30. |
| Sunset Party | 18.00 After the ceremony comes the party… starting in the afternoon and continuing to well after sunset! |
Find out more here.
The election took place on 8 September at Universidade de Lisboa Rectorate, was by the Governing Board, the University's strategic decision-making and supervisory body.
For Luís Ferreira, this election represents an opportunity to consolidate ULisboa as a "robust, integrated and relevant institution — a university that is more equitable, more ambitious and more connected with society".
Further information here.