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The first national volunteer training session for the European Universities Handball Championship took place on May 20th, officially marking the beginning of the preparation process for the national volunteers team that will be on the ground during the event.   With a total of four theoretical sessions planned, the training programme aims to..

Nestled in the heart of Portugal’s highest mountains, Covilhã is more than a city, it’s a living expression of university spirit, sporting passion, and community strength. As the host of the European Universities Handball Championship 2025, Covilhã is ready to welcome Europe to a place where sport is not just practiced, it's lived.   Here,..

On 22 March, the Organising Committee of the 2025 European University Handball Championship was present in the community of Verdelhos to launch a major reforestation initiative, planting 5,000 native trees.   This effort aims to create a more resilient forest in one of the areas most affected by the devastating forest fire that ravaged the Serra..

The second phase of recruitment for national volunteers for the 2025 European University Handball Championship began on Friday, March 21. You can do your registration here. The event will take place in Covilhã from July 22 to 28, 2025.   This phase focuses on recruiting volunteers for the Technical Support and Logistical Support areas, which..

Nestled in the heart of Covilhã, a city that seamlessly blends industrial heritage with academic vibrancy, the University of Beira Interior (UBI) has established itself as one of the most prestigious young universities in Europe. With over four decades of history, UBI continues to shape the future through high-quality education, groundbreaking..