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The Chair is dedicated to the study of security, from both traditional and critical approaches. Its axis of rotation is the analysis of safety performance - at cultural, organizational and technological levels - and its relationship to social order. Here, safety is approached primarily from a transdisciplinary angle. This localization of safety, at the intersection of several disciplinary influences, directly structures the theoretical and methodological orientations of the studies conducted within the Chair.

From November 18 to 20, the University of Namur was honored to welcome scientists, academics, students and university staff from all over Europe for the "General meeting" of the UNIVERSEH (European Space University for Earth and Humanity) alliance. The event was marked by fruitful exchanges, enriching workshops and inspiring presentations.

As part of the practical work (TP) in medical psychology at the University of Namur's Faculty of Medicine, a landmark intervention took place. A pair, comprising Dominique Damas, expert patient and active member of the ASBL PAH (Plateforme Annonce Handicap), and Dr. Latteur, physician, came to share their experience on a subject as delicate as it is essential: the announcement of bad news or serious diagnoses to patients.

In late November 2024, UNamur hosted the 23rd BENEVOL Congress, an annual research seminar that provides an opportunity for international researchers to meet and discuss new ideas, important issues and cutting-edge research in the field of software engineering, maintenance and evolution.

The University of Namur promotes gender equality, supports its researchers by fostering a culture of excellence and scientific integrity, and places sustainable development at the heart of its priorities. The 2025 strategic plan, a veritable guide to the university's future, defines the objectives and actions needed to strengthen the University of Namur's position within the institutional landscape in the Wallonia-Brussels Federation. Students don't just take classes: they contribute to a community based on respect, solidarity and integrity. These values are essential to ensure an environment where everyone can develop to their full potential. The good conduct policy supports other strong institutional policies on key societal issues, such as the fight against precariousness, harassment, inclusion and the promotion of student involvement. These policies illustrate the University of Namur's commitment to providing a respectful, inclusive and supportive working and learning environment for its students, researchers and the wider community..

The BUMP is under construction!Faced with the challenge of temporarily closing a central campus facility, the University of Namur has chosen to invest in two temporary libraries to meet the differentiated needs of the university community.

The University of Namur (UNamur) and Christian Mutuality (MC) announce a groundbreaking collaboration aimed at better understanding and combating the shortage of general practitioners in rural areas. This partnership is part of the Observatoire Universitaire en Médecine Rurale (OUMRu), launched in 2023 by UNamur.

A lifelong video game enthusiast, Fanny Barnabé, a researcher at the CRIDS research center (Namur Digital Institute) and lecturer at the University of Namur, explores behind the scenes of a major cultural phenomenon: video game streaming on Twitch. Between humor, irony and toxic discourse, she deciphers the issues at stake in a digital space in the throes of change.

As Vice-Rector for Research and Libraries, Benoît Champagne is a permanent guest at the university's Board of Directors and General Assembly.

The Vice-Rector for International Relations and Cooperation is a permanent guest at the university's Board of Directors and General Assembly.

For more than 30 years, the Department of Flexible Scheduling at the Faculty of Economics, Management, Communication, and Political Science (EMCP) at the University of Namur has been helping adults returning to school to acquire new skills. In 2023, the Department launched a brand-new program: a Master's degree specializing in sustainable development management and economics. This one-year program addresses environmental and societal challenges by training professionals to support the ecological and economic transition. 

Joint appeal from the CRef and the VLIR