TUCN Marks Completion of First
Round of Cybersecurity Seminars
In June 2025, the Technical
University of Cluj-Napoca (TUCN) is marking the
completion of the first round of activities within its
ongoing Cybersecurity Seminars program, an
interdisciplinary initiative supported by a grant from
Google.org.
The project brings together students enrolled in three
cybersecurity-focused courses coordinated by the
Departments of Automation, Computer Science, and
Communications. These activities have also involved
collaboration with local community organizations (LCOs),
including SMEs, public institutions, and non-profits,
aimed at improving cybersecurity awareness and practical
resilience.
The program offers training in cryptography, network
security, ethical hacking, and cyber risk management,
combining academic expertise with hands-on learning and
real-world impact. The initiative is grounded in the
belief that lasting cybersecurity education must bridge
the gap between theory and application, both within
academia and across the broader community.
“This
Google.org grant is a tremendous opportunity to
build a strong cybersecurity ecosystem that extends
beyond academia. We are committed to equipping our
students and local communities with the tools and
knowledge needed to face digital age challenges,”
said the program leadership.” (TUCN)
Program Leadership at TUCN:
Prof. Adrian Coleșa – Faculty Champion
Dr. Roxana Rusu-Both – EDI Champion
The Cybersecurity Seminars program will continue
into its next phases, further strengthening the
university’s commitment to responsible research, digital
inclusion, and resilient local ecosystems.
32nd Central-European Olympiad in
Informatics (CEOI), July 7–13, 2025 in Cluj-Napoca
This July, the city of Cluj-Napoca,
Romania, will proudly host the 32nd edition of the
Central-European Olympiad in Informatics (CEOI), one of
the most prestigious programming competitions for high
school students in Europe. This highly
anticipated event brings together some of the most
talented young coders to tackle challenging algorithmic
problems in a rigorous international setting. As a
pillar of STEM education and research in Romania, TUCN
is honored to contribute to the organization of CEOI
2025 together with the Ministry of Education and
Research, Cluj County School Inspectorate, Society for
Excellence and Performance in Informatics (SEPI).
Founded in 1994, the CEOI brings together
delegations from Central European countries for a
contest modeled on the format of the International
Olympiad in Informatics (IOI). This year the event
brings together delegations from: Austria, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Czechia, Georgia, Germany, Hungary, Moldova,
Poland, Romania (two teams), Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia,
Switzerland and the Ukraine.
For full details, please visit the
official CEOI 2025 website: https://ceoi2025.utcluj.ro
Call for Participation: Digital
Skills Training for Doctoral Students
As part of the project eUT4ALL the Technical
University of Cluj-Napoca (UTCN) is launching a new
series of advanced digital skills training programs for
students and staff, starting in June 2025. Participants
may opt for one of the following courses: Data
Fundamentals in Azure (Microsoft DP-900), AWS Cloud
Practitioner Essentials, Azure Cloud Computing
(Microsoft AZ-900) Fundamentals, Introduction to AI with
Azure (Microsoft AI-900), Microsoft Copilot for M365 –
Applications and Case Studies, ChatGPT Prompt
Engineering – OpenAI, Power Platform (Microsoft PL-900
Fundamentals), Internet of Things – Architecture and
Integration, Data Analysis with Power BI (Microsoft
PL-300), Cloud Architecture on AWS – Principles and Best
Practices, Application Development in AWS – Amazon Web
Services, Developing Solutions for Microsoft Azure
(Microsoft AZ-204), Machine Learning – Fundamentals and
Applications, Designing and Implementing AI Solutions in
Azure (Microsoft AI-102), Foundations of ChatGPT
Development and Automation OpenAI, Blockchain
Fundamentals – Architecture and Applications, DevSecOps
– Core Principles and Applications, Ethical Hacking –
Defense Techniques and Strategies, Cybersecurity
Foundations, 3D Technologies, Augmented and Virtual
Reality, Advanced Microsoft Excel – Analysis and
Automation.
📌 Registration Deadline: April 25,
2025
📝 Complete the registration form:
https://forms.office.com/e/zWZzVbBeVa
For questions or additional
information, please contact the project team at:
eut4all.utcn@campus.utcluj.ro
Forging AI Alliances in
Cluj-Napoca
The Technical University of Cluj-Napoca
(UTCN) recently hosted a high-impact AI Forum, bringing
together 67 industry representatives and 83 academic
researchers to explore avenues for collaboration in the
rapidly evolving field of artificial intelligence. This
dynamic exchange of ideas marks a foundational step
toward building long-term partnerships within the
framework of the upcoming Artificial Intelligence
Research Institute (@AIRI)
@AIRi is set to become a major hub for
AI research in Eastern Europe. Its state-of-the-art
facility is currently under construction, with
completion anticipated in the first quarter of 2026.
A full overview of the forum’s discussions and outcomes
is available here.
You can also follow live construction updates for @AIRi
here.
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Explore HUB UTCN with a New 3D
Virtual Tour
The Technical University of Cluj-Napoca (UTCN) has
expanded its digital campus experience with a new 3D
virtual tour of the HUB UTCN building. Now accessible at
link, this
immersive tool enhances navigation and engagement within
the university.
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