Futuremakers of Democracy: Student Voice and Governance in University Alliances

This panel explores how student participation is being reimagined within European University Alliances, where students increasingly take on expanded and more influential roles. Bringing together student and staff perspectives, the session examines both emerging governance models and more traditional approaches, where participation often remains procedural. It also considers whether strengthened student agency within universities can extend to broader democratic culture beyond academia. By highlighting innovative practices and ongoing challenges, the panel reflects on how governance models centred on student engagement can reshape institutional cultures and contribute to more empowered, democratic societies.