GUS Partners Conference 2026 explores ‘Resilient Futures’ for global education
The Global University Systems Partners Conference 2026 brought together global education leaders, partners, and industry experts in Cannes for three days of high-level dialogue under the theme Resilient Futures: Reimagining Global Education Together. Held under the Chatham House Rule, the forum created a space for open exchange on the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of higher education.
The conference opened with a welcome dinner and keynote from Dr Fanta Aw, CEO of NAFSA: Association of International Educators, who set the tone for discussions on global collaboration and the evolving international education landscape. The evening also marked the launch of the GUS Fellow Awards by Professor Maurits van Rooijen, Chief Academic Officer at Global University Systems.
Across the programme, senior leaders explored key themes including transnational education, global recruitment in an era of uncertainty, and the future of technology-enabled learning. A keynote by Professor Rose Luckin, Founder and CEO of Educate Ventures Research Limited, highlighted the role of human-centred intelligence in shaping the university of the future.
With contributions from leaders across institutions worldwide, the conference featured a mix of panel discussions, roundtables, and curated networking opportunities designed to spark collaboration and innovation. The event concluded with interactive sessions and informal networking along Cannes’ iconic Croisette, reinforcing the importance of connection and partnership in creating resilient and globally connected education systems.
GUS North America CEO Dr Cyndi McLeod, was honoured with the Global Education and Community Leadership Award at the Harmony of Cultures & Honours Gala in Surrey.
Global University Systems is set to welcome Lincoln Bishop University into its global network, strengthening the University’s local, national and international impact and ensuring its long-term financial sustainability.
GUS Philippines has once again been recognised as a Great Place To Work-Certified organisation, achieving Great Place To Work® certification for the third consecutive year.
GUS Education India (GEI) has been honoured as a ‘Global Leading Brand’ at the prestigious Global Brand and Leadership Conclave 2026, held at the iconic House of Lords, British Parliament, London.
Global University Systems is delighted to announce that it has acquired the higher education and research activities of Y SCHOOLS, marking an important step in the Group’s continued international expansion and strengthening its presence in France.
Global University Systems and several of its institutions have been shortlisted across multiple categories at the EducationInvestor Awards 2026, including recognition for ESG and impact, higher education excellence, skills training, and education business achievement.
Global University Systems is proud to announce its partnership with THE NAT – a bold new cultural platform launched during London Climate Action Week to drive global awareness, action, and investment for nature.
Global University Systems held the world premiere of Mannu Kya Karegga? (What Will Mannu Do?) at BAFTA in London this week. The Bollywood film tells the story of a young man’s search for purpose in a world full of noise, pressure, and expectations.
More than 80 academics from leading GUS institutions gathered in Berlin for the GUS Academic Summit 2025 – the two-day hybrid event themed: Empowering Future Generations with Artificially Intelligent-Driven Education for Sustainable Development.
Aaron Etingen, CEO of Global University Systems, visited Canada this week to explore growth opportunities with GUS Canada’s leadership, hosted by Cyndi McLeod and Dr David Gray.
