E³UDRES² Voices

Rodrigo Cerezo

May 2026 | #student

Rodrigo Cerezo, M.Sc. student in International Management at Fulda University of Applied Sciences, is actively shaping the student voice within E³UDRES². As Chair of the Student Board in Fulda and contributor to dissemination and marketing activities across the alliance, he plays a key role in strengthening communication and engagement. With a strong commitment to international collaboration and student representation, Rodrigo shares in this interview how his journey with E³UDRES² has expanded his perspectives and why he believes students are essential in shaping the future of European universities.

Can you briefly introduce yourself, including your field of study and your current role within the E³UDRES² Student Board?

My name is Rodrigo Cerezo, from Germany, and I am currently pursuing an M.Sc. in International Management at the University of Applied Sciences Fulda. Within the E³UDRES² Alliance, I serve as Chair of the Student Board in Fulda and represent the Board in the communication and dissemination team of E³UDRES² where I am involved in social media activities and Talent TV (our video format featuring students and stories from the alliance). I also contribute as a team member to the marketing of the new E³UDRES² Talent App.

My engagement with E³UDRES² and the Student Board began even before Fulda became a full member of the alliance. Since our university’s full inclusion, my involvement has deepened: I took on the role of Chair of the Student Board in Fulda and have been leading the communication plan for the Student Board across the entire alliance.

How would you describe the impact that E³UDRES² has had on you, both in your studies and in the way you see your future?

E³UDRES² has had a big impact on my life. Through the alliance, I have been able to deepen my knowledge by taking part in different events and courses offered alongside my studies. At the same time, I have had the opportunity to connect not only with students from the partner universities, but also with colleagues, researchers, entrepreneurs and many other professionals from a wide range of fields, which has broadened my horizons and shaped the way I think.

Working and collaborating in an international environment has taught me more valuable lessons than any single lecture could have, and it has allowed me to build a strong network – not only in Germany, but across Europe and, in some cases, even beyond.

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Is there something about you, a passion, habit or interest, that helps others understand who you are beyond your studies and your role in the alliance?

There are two things that describe me quite well. The first is my interest in languages. Due to my international background, I speak German, English, Spanish and Korean, and I have a basic level of Italian and Portuguese. I am also currently learning Chinese and Japanese. This helps me to connect more easily with people from different countries, because we usually find at least one language we share which makes communication more natural and personal.

The second is the commitment I bring to the projects I am involved in, especially within E³UDRES². From the beginning, I have tried to be reliable, present, and actively contribute to the alliance, and over time this commitment has grown stronger as I have seen the impact that our joint work can have.

From your perspective, what role can students play in shaping the future of European Universities and regional innovation ecosystems?

I believe that students have, if not the most important, then one of the most important roles in shaping the future of European universities. From my experience with E³UDRES², I have often seen that students are not always given the weight and importance they deserve, even in initiatives that are officially “for students”. There is still the idea that students are “just students” and cannot contribute anything truly meaningful.

Yet people often forget that everyone involved in higher education was once a student, and I am sure they would not have liked to be undervalued during their own studies. The range of perspectives, ideas, and proposals that students can bring to E³UDRES², in line with its mission and vision, is enormous if they are given the chance.

That is why I see E³UDRES² as a cooperation between the alliance and its students: their opinions are relevant and meaningful. Students are not just a number to be reached; they are engaged, innovative individuals whose voices should be taken into account much more. I believe E³UDRES² already offers a strong foundation for this, and there is great potential to continue building on it together.

What would you like students across the alliance to know about the Student Board and the opportunities to get involved in E³UDRES²?

All students are welcome to join the Student Board, where their voices are valued and essential. We provide a platform for students to engage actively and make their perspectives heard, contributing to the shaping of the alliance.

Beyond that, it’s a place where you can forge meaningful friendships, not just within your own country, but across Europe. In the Student Board, we strive to expand opportunities for students from all partner universities, enabling them to participate, collaborate, and demonstrate the true value of their contributions in every sense.

Interview by: USTP – University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten

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