Important information
In order to join the EGOS Colloquium 2026 onsite in Bergamo, you must be either accepted to one of the pre-Colloquium workshops on Tuesday, July 7 or be part of the faculty running these workshops.
Except for the two groups mentioned, onsite participation in Bergamo is not possible!
The Pre-Colloquium of the EGOS Colloquium 2026 in Bergamo will start on Monday, July 6 and continue until Wednesday, July 8, 2026. It will combine academic development with various opportunities for networking and social interaction.
Participants attending the pre-Colloquium workshops on Tuesday, July 7, are welcome to stay in the city for the entire duration of the EGOS main Colloquium. In addition to the option to follow the online parts of the program (sub-theme sessions, PDWs, and other activities) from
the University of Bergamo's dedicated spaces (such as classrooms and libraries), participants will also have the opportunity to take part in hybrid sub-plenaries as part of the EGOS Colloquium program.
Catering, including lunch and coffee breaks, will be available for the entire duration of the pre- and main Colloquium. By partnering with a local social enterprise that empowers people with disabilities and promotes their societal inclusion,
the EGOS Colloquium 2026 endorses a socially responsible initiative blending high-quality food with meaningful impact. This
fosters community recognition and active participation.
Moreover, during the entire week, the onsite program will include early-morning and evening sports activities in collaboration with CUS Bergamo, such as Yoga, postural gymnastics, or running along the Venetian walls. Opportunities to explore the rich culture of Bergamo will be offered on Thursday and Friday evenings.
Monday July 6 – Welcome & Social Activities
The pre-Colloquium will open on Monday afternoon with the opening of the registration desk, for general welcome procedures, and badge pick-up.
Tuesday July 7 – Pre-Colloquium Workshops
Tuesday will be fully dedicated to the pre-Colloquium workshops that will fill the entire day. Both workshops aim to support scholarly development and future collaboration among participants
from diverse academic backgrounds and career stages.
The workshops will be accompanied by coffee breaks and lunch, which is included in the Colloquium registration fee, ensuring a pleasant and comfortable onsite experience.
Closing the workshop day, participants are invited to attend a networking cocktail hosted at the cloisters of the Bergamo
University. This social gathering will offer the perfect opportunity to unwind and enjoy local refreshments in a beautiful
setting of the Ex-Monastery of Sant'Agostino.
Wednesday July 8 – PDWs, EGOS Networks, & Opening Ceremony
The pre-Colloquium Workshops (PDWs) as well as the Strategy-as-Practice (SAP) Community Day and the EGOS Feminist Network Meeting will be held in an online only setup. The University of Bergamo will provide several rooms for participants of the Tuesday workshops who stay in Bergamo and wish to follow the online program.
In the evening, the official EGOS Opening Ceremony 2026 will take place onsite in Bergamo and is streamed live to attendees around the globe, allowing participants everywhere to join the event in real time. Conceived as an institutional
and participatory moment, it marks the official start of the EGOS Colloquium 2026.
Starting at 18:00 CEST, the EGOS Opening Ceremony will be held in the Auditorium of Piazza della Libertà, in the heart of the city of Bergamo. A highlight of the ceremony will be the live experimental performance by Telmo Pievani,
a renowned Italian philosopher of science and science communications.
During his performance, Telmo Pievani will engage in a real-time dialogue with a generative artificial intelligence system, which will respond dynamically to his
reflections. The interaction will be shaped by live prompts from a digital artist, creating an evolving exchange that explores
the opportunities and risks arising from the interplay between humans, the enviroment, and intelligent machinescore themes
of the EGOS Colloquium 2026.
Bringing together participants in Bergamo, attendees at local hubs, and those connecting remotely from around the world, the
Opening Ceremony 2026 will foster a shared sense of connection and engagement from the very outset of the Colloquium.
Thursday July 9 to Saturday July 11 – EGOS main Colloquium
As in previous days, the Sant'Agostino campus, will continue to serve as main meeting place for participants of the pre-Colloquium
who have decided to stay in Bergamo for the duration of the EGOS main Colloquium 2026. Besides a variety of rooms designated
to join the individual sub-theme sessions, catering will be provided for lunch and coffee breaks throughout the day.
In addition, the local organizers of the EGOS Colloquium 2026 are pleased to offer two unique experiences to further enhance
the stay in Bergamo. On Thursday, July 9, evening, onsite attendees are invited to join a guided walk through Bergamo's historic
old town (Città Alta) thereby enjoying the charming streets, landmarks, and hidden highlights of the upper city.
On Friday, July 10, an exclusive tour of the Accademia Carrara is offered on a self-paying basis. This exclusive opening provides the rare opportunity to enjoy the impressive collection
of Renaissance and Baroque masterpieces, as well as works by renowned artists such as Botticelli, Raphael, and Titian, in
a private setting.
Please note that the visit will be confirmed later based on the number of attendees who express interest (for more information
please contact the local event organizer.