Students enrolled in the Psychology and Social Work programs participated in a distinguished academic meeting with Rector & CEO, Steve O. Michael, together with the faculty’s academic staff. The event was opened by a speech delivered by the Rector, who highlighted the institution’s strategic directions, the role of higher education in professional formation, and the importance of students’ active engagement in the educational process. Subsequently, the Dean of the Faculty, Associate Professor PhD Nicu Ionel Sava, addressed the audience with a message focused on the specificities of the fields of Psychology and Social Work, emphasizing the social and ethical responsibility of future professionals.

The meeting was characterized by a high degree of interactivity, fostering open dialogue between students, the Rector, and faculty members. Students raised relevant questions regarding their academic pathways, professional development opportunities, and career prospects, to which the professors provided clear and well-founded responses. This exchange of ideas contributed to strengthening the relationship between students and academic leadership, underscoring the importance of institutional communication and active participation in university life.

Claudia Stefania Marghiru

The Student Christmas Party, held at the Senior Club, offered a remarkable experience, successfully combining social interaction, creativity, and the authentic festive atmosphere. Students were welcomed with interactive activities – ranging from themed workshops dedicated to Santa Claus to the creation of festive decorations – all contributing to a warm, communal setting deeply rooted in the spirit of Christmas.

The evening concluded on a vibrant and emotional note with a collective session of karaoke and caroling, emphasizing the sense of community and shared joy. A surprise raffle added an extra layer of excitement, transforming the event into a memorable occasion for all attendees. The overall atmosphere was distinguished by elegance, enthusiasm, and active participation, once again demonstrating the importance of initiatives aimed at strengthening the spirit of the academic community.

Claudia Stefania Marghiru

At the prestigious CONAF Leadership Excellence Gala, the“Award for Excellence in Leadership,” granted for the South-East Region of Romania to the President of the Board of Directors, Dr. Andy Pușca, stands as a professional and academic recognition of his managerial vision and of his essential role in strengthening the institutional profile of Danubius International University.

At the event, Dr. Andy Pușca was accompanied by the Rector & CEO, Dr. Steve O. Michael, the Vice-Rector, Dr. Alina Beatrice Răileanu, and the Director of the Department for Student Relations and Professional Development, Victoria Onofrei.

In his address delivered on this occasion, Dr. Andy Pușca highlighted the historical and community dimension of the institution’s development: “Danubius International University represents a community that began the construction of a private university 33 years ago—a process we continue to this day. We are profoundly grateful to our colleagues and students, past and present, whose dedication and trust have shaped this journey.”

These remarks outline, in a reflective manner, the way in which the institution’s evolution has been made possible through the continuity of collective efforts and through the sustained commitment to a coherent educational project, in which the contributions of both faculty and students have played a central role in defining the university’s identity over time.

Claudia Stefania Marghiru

Prof. PhD Cristina Elena Popa Tache, Dean of the Faculty of  International Governance and Law, has been appointed Director of the CIRET Observatory for Law and Transdisciplinarity (International Observatory for Law and Transdisciplinarity – IOLT), within the International Center for Transdisciplinary Research and Studies (CIRET, Paris).

Information on CIRET activities can be consulted here:
https://ciret.hypotheses.org/activites

The page dedicated to the International Observatory for Law and Transdisciplinarity is available at:
https://ciret.hypotheses.org/observatoire-international-pour-le-droit-et-la-transdisciplinarite-oidt-ciret-international-observatory-for-law-and-transdisciplinarity-iolt  and at:  https://legalmutationsinstitute.eu/ciret/

Benefits of This Role for DIU

The appointment of the Dean to this position brings numerous significant advantages to the academic environment of the Danubius International University. It enhances the institution’s international visibility through integration into a prestigious global network of transdisciplinary research. Furthermore, it provides access to international projects, advanced research platforms, and academic initiatives at both European and global levels, while strengthening the scientific profile of the faculty through involvement in innovative interdisciplinary programs in law, social sciences, emerging technologies, and governance.

The University also benefits from the development of international academic partnerships and collaborations with renowned universities and research institutes.

Students will gain access to enriched educational experiences through the integration of transdisciplinary principles into the curriculum, research activities, and extracurricular initiatives. Through this appointment, the Danubius International University consolidates its position as a leading actor in transdisciplinary legal research, in alignment with global academic developments.

This remarkable achievement represents a significant contribution to the consolidation of the institution’s prestige and to the development of a modern, innovative, and highly internationalized academic environment, consistent with the standards and strategic directions promoted by prestigious universities such as Utrecht University, Leiden University, KU Leuven, and the University of Helsinki.