What We Do?
Jean Monnet Chair in EU Studies is a project funded by European Comission in the framework of the EU Jean Monnet Program. The objectives of current Jean Monnet Chairmanship are to promote excellence in teaching, training and research in the field of the EU Studies through developed academic and training courses proposed by JM Chair and ensure the dialogue on the fundamental values of the European integration. The specific objectives of the current position are:
- To advance inter-disciplinarily and policy relevance of curriculum by creating three new courses in EU Studies
- To promote excellence in teaching and research on EU Studies
- To deepen existing and foster new partnerships with EU HEIs
- In alignment with Jean Monnet Chair specific objectives, the Chair position will contribute to development of excellence in the area of inter-disciplinary European Studies through research-led teaching.
Jean Monnet Chair – Dr. Anar Valiyev is Associate Professor and Dean Dean of the School of Public and International Affairs (SPIA) of ADA University. As an acknowledged researcher, he has received the Web of Science Award 2018 as the most productive author for Humanitarian and Social Sciences in Azerbaijan of the year. As Dean he draws on his extensive experience in research and teaching – inter alia in EU related subjects – at ADA University and in European HEIs to forge the best elements of innovative teaching methods both in his School and at his University.
Scope of Activities
- Collaborating with all ADA University Schools and units, European Universities, think-tanks and other external partners to create external funding opportunities to support European-focused international activities for the benefit of the University community;
- Supporting European focused interdisciplinary initiatives that create new opportunities for strengthening training, teaching and research;
- Promoting a better knowledge and understanding among the wider community of the EU policies in the Eastern Partnership (EaP) countries and in general;
- Developing and implementing EU-related, customized trainings and educational programs for civil servants, private sector representatives and young generation;