Participating in Erasmus+ mobilities during the last decade has been a transformative experience for me as an academic. It has not only broadened my horizons but has also enriched my research, teaching, and professional development in ways that surpass my expectations.
Erasmus+ mobilities have offered me the unique opportunity to collaborate with esteemed colleagues and experts from diverse institutions particularly across Eastern Europe, the Balkans and beyond. Through these collaborations, I have engaged in fruitful academic exchanges, meaningful collaborations, exchanged ideas, and shared best practices. The program has not only facilitated international research partnerships but has also sparked interdisciplinary dialogues that have enhanced the quality and depth of my work.
Having been one of the front runners in the Erasmus+ mobility program as a student back in 1993 in a Scottish university, when the program started, I witnessed firsthand the immense impact it had on students’ lives and the lasting legacy it would leave in the field of education. I wholeheartedly recommend Erasmus+ mobilities both to fellow academics and students seeking a transformative and enriching experience. Erasmus+ mobilities are an invaluable asset for any academic dedicated to excellence, collaboration, and the pursuit of knowledge without borders. Last but not least, the support I received from our Erasmus+ office during my mobility experience was instrumental in making the most of my time abroad.