Neapolitan universities are preparing for an event dedicated to the urban and social recovery of cities. On the occasion of the “National University Day”, the CRUI has focused attention on university cities, considered places of interaction between universities and the territory.
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A meeting at the University of Naples
On March 20, at 15:XNUMX p.m., the Suor Orsola Benincasa University of Naples will host a significant meeting, with the participation of the Rectors of the five universities of the city: Suor Orsola, Parthenope, Federico II, Vanvitelli and Orientale. During the event, the role of universities in the urban context will be discussed, with a particular focus on their economic and social influence.
A collaboration for sustainability
The 2025 edition of the National University Day, organized in collaboration with ANCI, aims to promote closer collaboration between university cities and local institutions to make them more attractive and sustainable. The introductory reports of the meeting, entrusted to Alessandro Castagnaro and Maria Rosaria Carillo, will delve into the historical and economic importance of universities in the urban context of Naples.
Open museums and guided tours
Also on Thursday, the Suor Orsola Benincasa University will open its artistic and cultural heritage to the public, including its museums and the Pignatelli Chapel, with guided tours. This initiative represents an opportunity to discover hidden artistic treasures and to bring a wider audience closer to Neapolitan culture.
Article published on March 19, 2025 - 15pm
The event of the Neapolitan universities seems interesting, but I am not sure if it will have a real impact on the cities. The collaboration between universities and local institutions is fundamental, but there are many factors that influence the sustainability and attractiveness of cities.