Collegium Civitas and Georgian American University Forge New Academic Partnership

Collegium Civitas and Georgian American University (GAU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), marking the beginning of a promising academic and research collaboration between the two institutions. This partnership is set to open new opportunities for students, faculty, and researchers, strengthening international ties and fostering innovative educational projects.

The Memorandum of Understanding was signed by Dr. Katarzyna Maniszewska, Vice Rector for International Relations at Collegium Civitas, and Ms. Tamara Mechurchlishvili, Head of the International Relations Office at Georgian American University.

Key Areas of Cooperation

Under this agreement, Collegium Civitas and Georgian Amercian Univeristy will explore joint initiatives in several strategic areas, including:

• Student, faculty, and staff exchange – expanding mobility opportunities, including through the Erasmus+ Programme.
• Collaborative research – promoting joint studies and research projects in fields of mutual interest.
• Joint teaching and training programs – developing shared academic courses and professional training, including short-term study abroad programs.
• Academic events – co-organizing conferences, symposia, and scientific meetings to facilitate knowledge exchange and intellectual dialogue.

About Georgian American University

Founded in 2005 in Tbilisi, Georgia, GAU is a dynamic private university established by Georgian and American investors with a vision to blend academic excellence with practical expertise. With thousands of graduates excelling in their careers and a distinguished faculty of experts, GAU has earned a reputation as one of Georgia’s top educational institutions.

The university is home to five specialized schools:

• Business Administration
• Law & International Relations
• Informatics & Engineering
• Humanities & Liberal Arts
• Medical

GAU actively engages in international cooperation, forming partnerships with universities worldwide through bilateral agreements, Erasmus+, and other global initiatives. Notably, the university prioritizes collaborations with institutions in countries that share or are expected to develop strong economic and cultural ties with Georgia.

This new partnership between Collegium Civitas and Georgian Amercian Univeristy paves the way for exciting academic ventures, global networking, and enhanced learning experiences for students and scholars alike.