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The Next Fifty

The Next FIFTY

How will education evolve over the next 50 years?

One thing’s for sure: the desire to learn is what makes us human. Like light, our quest for knowledge illuminates, propels us forwards, and constantly seeks new spaces to fill. At IE University, we believe that the future of learning is based on enlightenment, and will no longer be limited by structures, borders and barriers.

Our goal is to empower future generations to build a brighter tomorrow by preparing them for change. We value innovation not only in technology but through the humanities, social connection, and sustainability. We envision a future where education integrates the latest technological advancements and creates a positive impact on society and the environment through collaboration, empathy, and social responsibility.

HOW DO OUR FOUNDER AND OUR CEO SEE THE NEXT 50?

Watch these clips to see how Diego del Alcázar Silvela and Diego del Alcázar Benjumea envision the next 50 years of education.

WHAT DOES THE FUTURE HOLD?

Together with IE Insights, we’ve interviewed a selection of 50 thought leaders, authors and entrepreneurs, to find out how they envision the future of their disciplines. Some of them are available below, but head to the website to read the rest.

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IDEAS TO SHAPE THE FUTURE

As part of IE University's 'The Next 50' initiative, IE Insights has invited experts from a wide variety of fields to comment on what they expect – in some cases, dare to hope for – in the coming decades.

The series is designed to help us imagine and understand our collective future on the planet and as part of society and tackle issues such as how education will change, how we will communicate, lead, and build business, our priorities in regards to global governance, diversity, sustainability, technology, as well as how we might address economic, political, and social challenges.

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A PORTAL TO THE ERAS

Reflect on the past, understand the present, prepare for the future.

Have you seen the portals that have appeared on our three campuses? Step into the eras that have most shaped the world of education throughout the years – and imagine what learning might look like in The Next Fifty. From the Stone Age to the Industrial Revolution, discover each era’s classroom and the role the instructor played in it. Then, join us in imagining the future – a place where the best of innovation and humanity comes together to create a dynamic environment where learning knows no boundaries.

Ready to travel through time? Just scan the QR code that you will see below the portals to get into the different eras. Bon voyage!

A PORTAL TO THE ERAS

The AR portals provide a journey with five levels: the Stone Age, Ancient History, the Renaissance, the Industrial Revolution, and the future, through which IE University students, professors, and staff can discover what the classroom was like in each era and recognize the key role of the professor.

THE STONE AGE

Cave dwellers knew much more than pitching fires and painting cave walls. In this era of education, we saw the birth of agriculture, and this intricate knowledge would be passed down from older mentors to the younger generation.

ANCIENT HISTORY

This era of education, with hubs in Greece, Rome, Egypt, and China, saw the first beginnings of philosophy, writing, and accounting, among other areas of learning. Who knew these works would still be influencing how we think today?

THE RENAISSANCE

A turning point in education, here we see a focus on science and the humanities, with intellectuals specializing in a wide range of subjects. Think: Da Vinci, Erasmus, Descartes, Shakespeare... Here, our educators also begin to teach in a more secular way.

THE INDUSTRIAL REVOLUTION

Education is finally accessible to the masses – including women – and the public begins to perceive it more as a practical tool than an artistic pursuit. There is a focus on mass production of textiles, energy, and telecommunication.

THE NEXT FIFTY

Everything has led to this. Every new thought, discovery, invention, and innovation has brought us to where we are today and will be in the next fifty years. Whatever the future holds, we are ready to embrace it with open arms. Are you?

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HOW DO OUR DEANS IMAGINE THE NEXT 50 YEARS?

WANT TO GET INVOLVED IN THE NEXT 50?

Throughout the year, we’ll be hosting augmented reality activities on each of our campuses. Check them out to see how we anticipate the next 50 years in education!

Here are some of the events that we have in store:

APRIL

OPEN HOUSE

Starts on Friday 21st

A day for prospective students and their families to come to both Madrid and Segovia’s campuses and get to know what studying a bachelor's degree at IE University would be like.

There will be presentations of each program and attendees can also find stands representing various student-facing departments such as Student Experience, Sports & Wellbeing and Admissions who will be happy to answer questions!

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MAY

PARENTS WEEKEND

May 19th-20th

During this weekend, we will be organizing workshops and conferences with prominent speakers, tours of both Madrid and Segovia campuses, as well as other social activities.

Moreover, the event includes a dinner on Friday, lunch on Saturday, and a bus connection between both campuses, Segovia and Madrid.

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JUNE

GLOBAL ALUMNI WEEKEND

June 2nd & 3rd

Global Alumni Weekend is IE University's annual flagship event for alumni in which hundreds of IE University graduates from around the world return to IE University for a weekend full of masterclasses, networking, and opportunities to have fun, connect with one another, and celebrate the alumni community.

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SOUTH SUMMIT

June 7th to 9th

A 3-day conference in which companies, starts ups, entrepreneurs, investors and institutions come together to create relationships, opportunities and business. Start Up competitions, panels and company fairs are all part of the South Summit ecosystem, the reference hub for business opportunities.

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JULY

GRADUATIONS

Graduations are a significant milestone in anyone’s life and we intend to make them memorable at IE. Students can bring family and loved one to witness them officially receiving their diplomas and becoming an IE alumnus. Following the ceremony, they can network and socialize at the cocktail event.

AUGUST

WELCOME EVENT

First year students from Segovia and the Tower in Madrid, officially kick off their first academic year as IE University students. They receive a welcome from all schools and have the opportunity to check out the wonderful variety of clubs that IE University has to offer, at the club fair.

SEPTEMBER

IE DAY

IE Day is a day for the students to build their community spirit and feeling of belonging. Activities, games and competitions paired with music and performances make for a fun day where everyone turns blue!

NOVEMBER

ANNUAL GIVING DAY

Annual Giving is a celebration of the IE Community, building awareness about the IE Foundation and the IE General Scholarship fund.

DECEMBER

GRADUATIONS

NEXT EVENT: IE DAY

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NOW!

At IE University, we understand and embrace the power of AI, and we believe it can help us fulfill our purpose of fostering positive change through education, innovation, and research. This is the reason why our academic team has been developing different initiatives with the aim of leveraging the potential of AI, improving research, and enriching our students' learning experience.

Moreover, as an academic institution we would like to play a role in the design of the governance architecture of emerging technologies and contribute to this important debate.

Read here the full manifiesto