The Across BORDER THINK TANK

At an international meeting held from 𝟴–𝟭𝟭 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 2025 in University of Craiova, Romania, partners of the Across – European Cross-Border University officially established the 𝗔𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝘀 𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗧𝗮𝗻𝗸:.

THE Think TANK

A SUCCESSFUL LAUNCH

On the 9th of October 2025 the Across Alliance proudly announced at the University of Craiova, the official launch of the Across Think Tank — a public policy and research institute dedicated to fostering cross-border collaboration and promoting the exchange of ideas between universities and communities across Europe.

OUR MISSION

The Across Think Tank aims to identify and study transnational socio-economic challenges in key areas such as education and societal development, cultural heritage preservation, and the sustainable management of natural resources.

 

 

 

Four Area of expertise

The Across Think Tank is cross border platform for cooperation in four areau of expertise.

Education

Identity

Economic

Environment

a Permanent HUB for sharing

Knowledge

Policy Advice

Innovative learning models

Our Joint Governance Structure

The governance structure of our Alliance emphasises empowerment, transparency and purpose-driven initiatives, ensuring the active involvement of university students and staff. Task teams are central to project implementation within strategic guidelines, supported by digital tools for informed decision-making. Flexibility allows for adaptation to evolving needs, while inclusive decision-making mechanisms prioritise the voices of students and staff.

Our Alliance

Across – united in 10 universities and 10 countries

This is a frontal view of the Böttcher building in the Chemnitz city center. Rows of windows extend over 4 floors of a historic beige facade. A small strip of green in front of the building houses a few green bushes and small trees. On the roof, there are lion statues in the center supporting the Saxony coat of arms.

Chemnitz University of Technology

A side view of a large, elongated building which houses the rectorate of the university. In front of the building is a park with a lawn, shrubs and large, old trees.

University of Banja Luka

The picture shows a section of the University of Girona, a medieval ensemble of buildings with a green inner courtyard

University of Girona

The columns of a historic building rise above a sweeping staircase. The building is made of a white stone tone, with the three entrance doors and windows accented in red. Under a triangular roof, the word 'UNIVERSITATEA' is written in large letters.

University of Craiova

A single-story, old building with arcade corridors stands in the center. In the middle, there is a dark wooden entrance door with a dome roof above it. To the left of the entrance, there is a tower with a clock in a sun design. There are statues and a bell on the tower. In the foreground, there is a single ancient statue of a man.

University of Udine

In the center is a round, bright building. The facade is covered with red stone and golden tiles. Accents are provided by the glass facade on the ground floor and on the top floor. People and a few seating areas are standing on the square in front of the entrance. On the left side, historical walls can be seen.

University of Perpignan Via Domitia

A three-story, historic building in yellow with sandy accents. In the center, there is a wooden entrance gate. Above it, there is a stone balcony with two flags. A stone crest is attached to the center of the house wall.

University of Nova Gorica

A historic building with ancient columns is illuminated by the evening sun. The Bulgarian flag flies on the roof as well as above the main entrance. There are stairs and trees in front of the building.

University of Ruse

The picture shows a modern building in a red brick style. The entrance stands out in blue contrast. In front of the building, there is a small square with paths and green areas. On the left, there is a big tree.

Bialystok University of Technology

The picture shows the main building of the Ivan Frank National University in Lviv. A historic building with a small park in front of it.

Ivan Franko National University of Lviv (Assoc. Partner)