Welcome Center for International Researchers - University of Bordeaux

09/06/2026

[ETU’RECUP]
Ne jetez plus, on récupère ! ("Don’t throw it away, we recycle!")

Are you planning on moving and can’t take all your belongings with you? Do you own any items you no longer use that could help others? Etu'Récup recovers, values and recirculates your furniture, appliances, books, dishes, bicycles, clothes, decoration and more to give them a second life!
You can also visit the non-profit "La Ressourcerie" on campus to furnish your new flat on a budget or fix your bike thanks to their participatory repair workshops.
For more information 👇

Ne Jetez plus, on récupère ! Avr 10, 2026 | La Maison du Vélo, La Ressourcerie Ce mois-ci, c’est l’occasion de faire votre MENAGE DE PRINTEMPS et de trier vos meubles et objets dont vous ne vous servez plus ! Et pour certain·e·s, cette période est aussi synonyme de fin d'année universitai...

05/06/2026

[FREE MUSEUMS, THIS SUNDAY, IN BORDEAUX]
Sunday, June 07th

Every first Sunday of the month (except in July and August), all Bordeaux’s municipal museums open their doors to the public for absolutely no charge.
This is the occasion to plan endless hours of cultural viewing without spending a single €.
Find out more over here 👇

Visitez gratuitement les musées municipaux chaque premier dimanche du mois (hors juillet et août).

21/05/2026

[EUROPEAN MUSEUM NIGHT in BORDEAUX]
May 23th, from 6pm to midnight

This Saturday, take part in the 22nd annual "Nuit Européenne des Musées", offering free evening access to museums across Bordeaux and Europe!
Over 3,000 museums in almost 30 European countries open their doors in the evening and offer a wide range of activities. It's a unique opportunity to discover the permanent collections and temporary exhibitions on display.

For more information 👇

13 musées et lieux d’exposition sont ouverts gratuitement pour cette soirée de fête.

18/05/2026

[PINT OF SCIENCE FESTIVAL]
May 18th, 19th & 20th

The Pint of Science festival returns to Bordeaux for its 2026 edition. It offers a unique opportunity to meet researchers in a convivial atmosphere. From May 18th to 20th, scientists will share their work with the general public in emblematic bars across the city.
Get ready 📍, book your seat 🎟️ & see you there 👀!
For more information 👇

Vous voulez en savoir plus sur la recherche bordelaise ? Rendez-vous au festival Pint of science pour participer à des présentations courtes et faciles, pour toutes et tous.

12/05/2026

[EUROPEAN DOCTORAL DAY]
Wednesday, May 13th

On 13th May 2026, Europe marks the inaugural European Doctoral Day, an initiative launched in 2026 and set to become an annual event.
Explore the EuroDocDay website to find an event near you and join us to celebrate the European Doctoral Day! 👇

Le 13 mai 2026 marque la première édition de la journée européenne du doctorat ! Ce rendez-vous annuel a pour objectif de mettre en lumière l'importance de la formation doctorale et le rôle essentiel des doctorantes, doctorants, docteures et docteurs dans la recherche, l'innovation et l'avenir...

07/05/2026

[TOUS A L’OPERA !]
Saturday, May 09th

This Saturday will mark the 19th national edition of "All at the Opera!" 🎭🎻🩰
Make the most of it to visit the Bordeaux Opera House (le Grand-Théâtre), one of the most beautiful theaters in Europe.
Come with friends or family, it's without registration, and free of charge!
More information 👇

Chaque année, l’événement Tous à l’Opéra ! invite le public le plus large à franchir les portes des maisons lyriques pour en découvrir les coulisses. Chaque saison à l’Opéra de Bordeaux, près de 250 spectacles présentent sur scène des artistes issus de ses forces artistiques perman...

05/05/2026

[STARTING MAY 4th : 1€ MEALS FOR ALL STUDENTS IN FRANCE!]

French university canteens began yesterday offering one-euro meals to all students, regardless of income.
This measure allows all enrolled students (undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral candidates, and certain volunteers), to enjoy a three-course meal at university-run canteens via the Izly app.
For more information 👉 urlr.me/fqah2n

30/04/2026

[FÊTE DU TRAVAIL]
Friday, May 1st

May 1st is a public holiday in France. It’s the occasion to celebrate workers rights but also to offer sprigs of lily-of-the-valley ("Muguet") 🌿 to friends, family, or loved ones as a symbol of good luck and happiness.
⚠️ Pretty much everything will be closed (including the Welcome Center for International Researchers) and there will be no public transportation in Bordeaux.

23/04/2026

[DISCOVERING BORDEAUX: PORTE CAILHAU]
Wednesday, April 22nd at 1pm

If you were among the lucky ones who joined our visit to Porte Cailhau yesterday, we'd love to hear your thoughts!
Feel free to share your comments and highlights below! ☺️

21/04/2026

[DISCOVERING BORDEAUX: GRAND THÉÂTRE (Bordeaux Opera Housel)]
Tuesday, April 21st at 5pm

Our "Grand Théâtre (Bordeaux Opera House)" guided tour, today at 5pm, is fully booked! 🎭🩰
See you there 👀 & stay tuned for more events!