University of Lorraine

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With a presence in 2 metropolitan areas as well as 11 towns and conurbations, the Université de Lorraine puts all its energy into producing and sharing knowledge. It is committed to raising the level of education of its citizens, based on a dynamic of intensive research, both fundamental and applied. By developing interdisciplinary approaches that combine education, research and impact on society, the Université de Lorraine has set itself the goal of responding to societal challenges.

The activity report is an opportunity to look back at the richness of life at the Université de Lorraine and its successes in 2025, be they day-to-day triumphs or major achievements. It provides an opportunity to find out more about this major institution, with its 60,000 students and 7,000 staff, the vigour of its research and training, its wealth of innovations, the dynamism of its campus life and the strength of its regional presence.

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The University of Lorraine

As a university for all types of knowledge, the Université de Lorraine promotes the sharing of knowledge. From the basic sciences to the humanities, it is creating trans-disciplinary eco-systems in the service of innovation, accelerating the transition from knowledge to applications.

At the heart of Europe, the Université de Lorraine relies on a network of partner universities in the Greater Region and around the world. Its international reputation is based on the mobility of its researchers, lecturers and students and the internationalisation of its courses.

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staff, including 4,000 researchers and lecturers

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libraries with over 2 million items

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student organisations with the ‘Asso UL’ accreditation

The values of the Université de Lorraine

UNIVERSITY

The Université de Lorraine enriches the field of knowledge in all areas of science by promoting dialogue between disciplines and knowledge.
As an integral part of the national and international scientific community, it puts its results to work for human beings.
The Université de Lorraine guarantees its members respect for the fundamental rights of the human person and takes particular care to ensure that everyone is integrated in a way that respects gender equality and diversity.

Aware that it is part of a world undergoing constant and rapid change, the Université de Lorraine sees itself as a dynamic and inventive structure, in each of its missions.
The Université de Lorraine relies on interdisciplinarity to invent new ways of producing and disseminating knowledge.
The Université de Lorraine is committed to being innovative in its operating methods and practices, in order to meet the challenges of today and tomorrow.

CREATIVITY

REFLEXIVITY

The Université de Lorraine produces and transmits knowledge validated by collective work based on independence, transparency and the rejection of dogmatism.
The Université de Lorraine is constantly questioning its objectives and results, its practices and its methods, in order to meet the expectations and needs of its environment and its members, both staff and students.

By advocating collegiality and dialogue, sharing experience and pooling skills, the Université de Lorraine enables its members and structures to carry out their missions successfully and contribute to the collective project. The Université de Lorraine places its knowledge and skills at the service of its environment, society and the region’s economic and cultural development.

SOLIDARITY

RESPONSIBILITY

The Université de Lorraine is committed to constantly evaluating the benefits and risks associated with advances in scientific knowledge.

Committed to the community at large, it contributes to the education of free and responsible citizens, with respect for humanist values.