Eric Saintrond’s legacy of leadership at FISU celebrated by the global sports family
After more than four decades of dedicated service at the International University Sports Federation (FISU), Eric Saintrond, Secretary General/CEO, will be stepping down from his leadership role. Throughout his remarkable tenure, Saintrond has been an icon in the world of sports, transforming FISU events—most notably the FISU World University Games—into world-class platforms merging academic excellence […]
FISU 2023 Sunshine and Dreams
The 31st FISU World University Games have officially opened at Dong’an Lake Sports, in the beautiful Chinese metropolis of Chengdu. The sporting world turned their eyes and attention to China, where the youth of the world came together in unity and diversity. The colorful opening ceremony came to life with 113 university sports delegations, and China, […]
Chengdu celebrates one month to go until the start of the FISU Games
the 30-day countdown to the Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games set the capital of Sichuan ablaze with an assortment of dynamic celebratory activities. The Dong’an Lake Sports Park Multi-Purpose Gymnasium served as the launch pad for the celebrations in the morning, coming alive with the rhythmic beats of 30 Chinese drums during the countdown activity, and igniting the […]
Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games: Listen to hustle and bustle of Chengdu in video
CHENGDU, May 22, 2023 – On the occasion of the opening of the Chengdu 2021 FISU World University Games World Press Briefing on 15 May, a short video titled “Listen to the Hustle and Bustle of Chengdu” has been released worldwide. This video is intended to pay tribute to all the reporters who are participating […]
The Combat World Is Getting Ready for FISU
The beautiful Turkish city of Samsun will host the 2022 FISU University World Cup Combat Sports. Six Combat sports will participate in this 9-day event including boxing, karate, muaythai, sambo and wushu. This special event will promote sporting, educational and cultural exchange, diversity, gender equality. FISU, which is an important recognized federation by the IOC […]
Student projects underway, the 2020 FISU World Forum looks to set new benchmarks
Student projects underway, the 2020 FISU World Forum looks to set new benchmarks LAUSANNE, 5 August – The 2020 edition of the FISU World Forum is one week away, and preparations are in full swing for what will be a first-of-its kind event, with nearly 1500 participants coming together virtually. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, […]
SportAccord Gold Partner FISU Marks Three-Year Countdown to the Ekaterinburg 2023 FISU World University Games
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 7 August 2020 SportAccord Gold Partner FISU Marks Three-Year Countdown to the Ekaterinburg 2023 FISU World University Games LAUSANNE, Switzerland – SportAccord is delighted to confirm the International University Sports Federation (FISU), as a Gold Partner for the 19th edition of the SportAccord World Sport & Business Summit taking place in Ekaterinburg, […]
AIMS AND UTS GIVES THANKS AND GRATITUDE TO FISU
Our Thanks And Gratitude To FISU UTS and AIMS are proud to be supported by FISU, an organisation founded in 1949 which offers opportunity and inspiration to students around the globe to participate in sport. FISU is the world’s leading body that provides students with a healthy lifestyle and chance for them to become leaders […]
FISU OPENS HEALTHY CAMPUS PROJECT TO UNIVERSITIES WORLDWIDE
The International University Sports Federation (FISU) rolled out its Healthy Campus project to all universities, to help foster a healthy lifestyle amongst millions of university students across the globe. https://gaisf.sport/fisu-opens-healthy-campus-project-to-universities-worldwide/
Congratulations to AIMS members
History was made at the FISU Executive Committee meeting in Lausanne as 3 new sports have been recognised by the International University Sports Federation (FISU), Ju-Jitsu, Fitness & Bodybuilding and Armwrestling were all put forward for approval and have been accepted unanimously at the important gathering in the Swiss Olympic capital. AIMS President, Mr. Stephan […]