Faculty of Law Celebrates the Graduation Ceremony of the Master's Degree in European Integration with Viviane Reding as Guest Speaker

The closing lecture, entitled Current and Future Challenges of the EU: Rule of Law, Democracy and Future Direction of European Integration, offered a timely reflection on the main challenges facing the European Union at a crucial moment for the future of the European project. Her address highlighted the importance of continuing to uphold the Union's founding values, maintaining a strong commitment to the rule of law, and preserving a democratic, cohesive Europe capable of responding to global challenges.

The ceremony also celebrated the academic and personal achievements of the Master's students, who have now completed a specialised programme in European integration. During the event, several members of the graduating class shared their experiences and reflections, highlighting the impact that the programme has had on their academic and professional journeys.

The Master's Degree in European Integration is a long-established programme at the UAB, jointly linked to the Faculty of Law and the Institute for European Studies. Over the years, it has become a recognised centre for rigorous, critical and interdisciplinary education on the European integration process, bringing together distinguished academics, guest speakers and high-level scholarly activities.

Overall, the event served as a tribute to the talent, dedication and European commitment of the graduating students, while reaffirming the importance of educating professionals capable of understanding, analysing and contributing to the future of the European Union.

The Faculty of Law warmly congratulates the entire 2025–2026 graduating class and wishes them every success in this new stage of their professional and academic careers.