governments’ policies foster this contribution across Europe. The study stresses the relevance of policies which are ‘empowering … higher education performance in education, research and economic innovation, using non-arbitrary weights and eighteen policy …, indicating a relative cohesion in Europe. Yet, substantial variations exist in terms of higher education policy in Europe, each …

empirical sketch on to what extent Europe has already succeeded with respect to this ambitious goal. The result is quite … social cohesion and democracy. As alternative, the possible future role of the European Social Model could consist of the …

research would be helpful. Universities can contribute to recreating hope and optimism through more innovation in the economy. …Higher education is in the position to save Europe by rendering a substantial contribution to sustainable economic … research more on societal problems, while being better empowered and enabled by Governments. Universities must show leadership …