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FISU World Conference under way in Chengdu

World Conferences 30 July 2023

Over 400 experts and scholars are participating in academic discussions until 31 July at the Chengdu FISU World Conference, which officially started Saturday at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Wenjiang. Under the theme University Sports: Embracing a Colorful World, the conference opening was hosted by Hao Ping, President of University Sports of China, who offered a […]

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FISU participated in major UNESCO Conference on physical education and sport

World Conferences 3 July 2023

Baku recently hosted the Seventh International Conference of Ministers and Senior Officials Responsible for Physical Education and Sport (MINEPS VII), bringing together more than 50 ministers and high-ranking officials, and over 540 representatives from 124 countries and international organisations. This significant global event hosted by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) aims […]

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Managing heat can also Save Winter

Winter Games 19 January 2023

It has been no secret that the environmental question lies at the heart of Lake Placid 2023. Officials and organizers have all stressed the importance of making these FISU World University Games an eco-responsible event, with conferences – most notably the three-day Save Winter conference – investments and renovations all focused on this priority. The […]

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Can the snow remain - a winter athlete's perspective on climate change

Winter Games 14 January 2023

How many dreams are still left to come true? How many competitions to take part in and medals to receive? Thousands of triumphs and celebrations are waiting to happen for countless athletes who work every day to have those opportunities. Their efforts are enormous, their motivation incredible. Climate change is an issue that constantly threatens […]

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FISU World Conference to address Climate Change and Winter Sports

Winter Games 15 November 2022

The FISU World Conference, scheduled for 13-15 January 2023 to coincide with the opening week of the Lake Placid 2023 FISU World University Games, will feature athletes, advocates, authors, innovators, environmental leaders in both the private sector and government, and researchers, focusing on The Intersection of Climate Change and Winter Sports.   Esteemed author, environmentalist, […]

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Lake Placid 2023 FISU Games identify ways to help save winter

Winter Games 5 November 2022

With the Lake Placid 2023 FISU World University Games Winter fast approaching with the opening ceremony on 12 January, thoughts of powdery snow, slick ice, and beautiful winter vistas immediately come to mind. However, such thoughts might be threatened in coming years as the risks of climate change potentially impact winter as we know it. […]

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Dual career, digitalisation, and women in elite sport among key topics to be discussed at the 2021 FISU World Conference

World Conferences 20 October 2021

The FISU World Conference on Innovation, Education and Sport will be held on 13 and 14 December 2021 during the Lucerne 2021 Winter Universiade. The theme for this year’s FISU World Conference is “Challenges and Opportunity for Sport in Modern Society,” where sub-topics discussed will be around the dual career, digitalisation, and women in elite […]

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Application deadline for the 2021 FISU World Conference approaching

World Conferences 11 June 2021

Want to be part of the 2021 FISU World Conference in Lucerne? Submit your paper discussing the Challenges and Opportunities in Sport in modern society by 30 June 2021 and get the opportunity to contribute to an international educational event held on 13 and 14 December. FISU, the Organising Committee of the Lucerne 2021 Winter […]