University of Torino received its first FISU Healthy Campus audit 

The University of Torino (UNITO), one of the seven institutions invited for the FISU Healthy Campus Pilot Project, has successfully completed its first audit of the programme. This milestone coincided with a key gathering of Heads of Delegations from countries participating in the next FISU Winter Games.

UNITO, under the leadership of Rector Stefano Geuna, has prioritised the well-being of its students by incorporating the FISU Healthy Campus Programme into its Strategic Plan for 2021-2026. This commitment is set to be recognised at the highest level, with the University expected to soon receive the Platinum distinction, having demonstrated exceptional progress and impact across various programme criteria.

Among the key topics discussed during the audit and meetings was the collaborative effort facilitated by the networking opportunities within the Healthy Campus initiative. One highlight was the Erasmus + supported 3Cs (Cycling, Campus, and City) programme, led by the University of Coimbra in partnership with FISU and the University of Torino, along with other European universities and institutions. This initiative promotes sustainable mobility and healthy lifestyles across cities and university campuses.

Stare-of-the-art facilities

UNITO’s Vice-Rector Alberto Rainoldi, who is also an international trainer for FISU auditors, coordinated a series of meetings with key stakeholders responsible for different aspects of the Healthy Campus Programme. Rainoldi, along with representatives from CUS Torino (University Sports Club), including President Riccardo D’Elicio and the Head of International Relations Silvia Bini, showcased several state-of-the-art sports and health facilities that cater to both the University of Torino and the Polytechnic of Torino communities.

The Polytechnic of Torino (POLITO), represented by Rector Stefano Paolo Corgnati and Vice-Rector Stefano Sacchi, also extended a warm welcome to the FISU Healthy Campus Programme team. They expressed their strong commitment to the programme and are exploring future membership. Both institutions highlighted their ongoing efforts to enhance the well-being of their respective university communities. 

Fostering a healthier campus environment

This audit marked an important step in the UNITO’s journey towards fostering a healthier campus environment, with further collaboration opportunities set to emerge from the networking generated by FISU’s Healthy Campus initiative.

In addition to the University of Torino, Italy already has four universities in the Programme ,three of which are certified with the University of Milano-Bicocca and IULM University and with the recent registration of the University of Napoli Frederico II. In total, the Programme already has 160 Universities from 43 countries, of which 76 are already certified.

Written by Fernando Parente