The University Global Partnership Network (UGPN) sets out to create a foundation for international collaboration enabling academics and students from some of the world’s top universities to work together on issues of global importance.

The University of Surrey hosted the launch of the UGPN, welcoming distinguished guests from around the world.

Partners

NCSU Campus

North Carolina State University

North Carolina State University is a comprehensive research university dedicated to excellence in teaching, the creation and application of knowledge, and engagement with public and private partners.

University of Sao Paulo Campus

The University of São Paulo

The University of São Paulo (USP) is the largest institution dedicated to higher education and research in Brazil.

University of Surrey campus

University of Surrey

The University of Surrey is one of the UK's leading professional, scientific and technological universities with a world class research profile and a reputation for excellence in teaching and research.

The UGPN aims to create innovative solutions to world problems based on the expertise of a larger network – not just one University going it alone.

Professor Colin Grant, Pro Vice-Chancellor of International Relations at the University of Surrey

The UGPN is a great platform for NC State’s new strategic plan to enhance local and global engagement through focused strategic partnerships.

Dr Bailian Li, Vice Provost for International Affairs at North Carolina State University

Multicultural team research and shared education in the UGPN will represent a new strength for the participating universities.

Professor Adnei Melges de Andrade, Vice-President for International Relations at the University of São Paulo