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| “Erasmus is one of the great success stories of the European Union: it is our best known and most popular programme. Erasmus exchanges enable students to improve their knowledge of foreign languages and to develop skills such as adaptability which improve their prospects. It also provides opportunities for teachers and other staff to see how higher education works in other countries and to bring the best ideas home.”
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In the spotlight
Erasmus: changing lives, opening minds for 25 years
Erasmus, the world's most successful student exchange programme, celebrates its 25th anniversary this year. Nearly three million students have benefited from a study period or work placement abroad since the creation of the Erasmus programme in 1987.
Under the slogan, 'Erasmus: changing lives, opening minds for 25 years', the silver anniversary celebrations was launched by Androulla Vassiliou, the European Commissioner for Education, Culture, Multilingualism and Youth. Erasmus mobility is at the heart of the Commission's strategy to combat the crisis and youth unemployment.
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Launch of
EU-China Year of Intercultural Dialogue
The launch of the EU-China Year of Intercultural Dialogue took place in Brussels on 1st and 2nd February 2012. Following on from the 2011 EU-China Year of Youth, this year will see a large number of projects and activities being hosted by EU Member States and the People's Republic of China, with the aim of enhancing cultural relations and cooperation.
Education report
warns of growing teacher shortages
Several Member States, including Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, the Netherlands, Austria and Belgium, may face serious teacher shortages in the future, according to a new report published by the European Commission. The report, entitled 'Key Data on Education in Europe 2012', was presented to EU Education Ministers at their meeting in Brussels.
Androulla Vassiliou presents
"Creative Europe" at Film Festival in Berlin
Androulla Vassiliou, European Commissioner for Education, Culture, Multilingualism and Youth, presented the Commission's proposal for the new 'Creative Europe' programme at the Berlinale International Film Festival on 11/12 February. The Commission has proposed a budget of €1.8 billion over the 2014-2020 period for Creative Europe; of this, more than €900 million would be allocated to its 'MEDIA' arm, which supports the European film industry and the audiovisual sector.
Marie Curie Actions:
scientist finds new evidence in cardiovascular disease 
French-American scientist supported by the European Union's Marie Curie Actions research fund has found new evidence strengthening the link between inflammation, a defensive reaction of the body, and cardiovascular diseases. Aksam Merched believes that his findings might lead to the development of innovative preventive and therapeutic strategies.
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