E³UDRES² Activities
I Living Labs
WHAT'S AN I LIVING LAB?
I Living Labs are course units in a study programme (or extracurricular course units) in which teams of students set to work on a challenge. This challenge is a complex problem that confronts an entrepreneur, (non-profit) organisation or local government for example, for which there is no cut-and-dried solution and for which a solution can have a positive impact on the region they are located in.
The student teams working together over the course of several weeks in the I Living Lab have the benefit of profiting from all the individual backgrounds of each student - coming from different study programmes, different countries and being equipped with different skills, the teams represent a diverse mix of people, each bringing in their own strengths to solve the challenge they are working on. This is what we call trans-disciplinary work - and it’s also an important component in the tool belt of future jobs. Students will also work with entrepreneurs, policymakers, citizens, researchers, and other groups of people, who may offer a different perspective on the challenge the students are facing. Finally, education professionals will supervise the students in every step along the way. They are not there to tell them what to do and how to do it, but to coach the teams and provide maximum support
Bootcamps
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE
E³UDRES² BOOTCAMP?
The E³UDRES² Bootcamp is a 5-day event where students from our E³UDRES² higher education institutions come together to find solutions to a challenge. It is an unique occasion to develop your ideas in an innovative environment and offer creative solutions for current regional challenges. Over the course of five days, you will be working in small teams with other E³UDRES² students to co-create a concept that contributes to a smarter and more sustainable society.
The Bootcamp offers you the chance to actively take part in designing the future of European regions. You will experience an innovative and creative working environment with support and motivation from our mentors and experts, where you will learn to develop an idea from a problem to a solution with impact.
You will leave the Bootcamp with a deepened knowledge of design thinking and business models, the experience of pitching to a jury, various soft skills like time management, intercultural and international collaboration, and of course knowledge of the E³UDRES² regions.
Meeting new people from all over Europe and having a fun time is guaranteed!
Hackathons
WHAT TO EXPECT FROM THE
E³UDRES² Hackathons?
The main goal of a Hackathon is to come up with an innovative idea, a first concept draft for a challenge by researching and brainstorming together with your team. The twist: Hackathons only give you about 36 to 48 hours time to come up with your solution! Participating in a Hackathon will sharpen your time management and organization skills, and also teach you how to focus on the essentials in a project.
The Hackathon challenges are based on real-life problems local businesses and institutions are facing. Therefore, the themes and focuses for each event are ever-changing. The most exciting part? Everyone can participate, from students to university staff and even citizens. Add the international aspect of the event into the mix, and you get the perfect teams for solving the challenges!
E³UDRES² iResidency
The E³UDRES² iResidency gives you the chance to dive deeper into the local communities of the E³UDRES² regions! For one week you will stay in one of these regions and get to know the challenges connected to the lifestyle outside of big metropoles. During this time, you will meet up with stakeholders, such as local politicians, company owners or community associations, and get an insight into real local challenges. Together with a small team of students and researchers, you will work on common solutions that can be transferred to all E³UDRES² regions.
The challenges tackled in an iResidency are rooted in the local community, but the team working on it is equipped with a multidisciplinary and international background. Participating in the iResidency will enhance your teamwork and problem-solving skills and deepen your understanding of challenges and the way of life in rural areas. It is your possibility to contribute to a smarter and more sustainable region!
Research Living Labs
This is an opportunity to enhance the community's involvement in the alliance and to learn more about the E³UDRES² Alliance and how, through it, one can contribute to the development of a true European campus and a more intelligent, sustainable and international Setúbal region.
