Earlier this month the Alumni Association held a four-day event to reflecting on members’ common history and look ahead to new ventures at the EUI and the future prospects for Europe

On 22 and 23 September EUI researchers and staff enjoyed a sailing and hiking weekend, as part of an initiative by the Language Centre to get people speaking Italian outside of the EUI

At the end of September the EUI’s rowing club will take to the water again, launching from Florence’s esteemed club on the Arno.

Pieter Jespers retired at the end of August after over 30 years at the EUI.

Former EUI staff member Sergio Avian passed away on 5 August 2012. He was one of the earliest members of the Institute, entering into service in the Library in the autumn of 1975. He retired in 1994 and is fondly remembered by his colleagues.

Our friend and colleague, Stefania Galeazzi, passed away in June after a long and courageous fight against a serious illness.

On the eve of his retirement, Eric Gallo speaks of the unthinkable evolution that has taken place at the EUI across five decades.

Alessandro Masselli (Logistics Service) and Cécile Brière (Budget & Financial Service) announce the birth of their son, Benoît, on 18 September.