Production of public goods in the social, educational, and cultural sectors
Production and management of cultural heritage and activities
For over two decades, Luiss has been dedicated to creating and showcasing its artistic and cultural heritage.
Over time, the establishment of the Theater Laboratory and the Polyphonic Choir (which since 2022 has been enriched by a collaboration with the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma), the efforts to enhance historic sites (such as the renovation of Villa Blanc completed in 2017 and the project for guided tours open to the public launched that same year), and the management of the PalaLuiss acquired in 2000 have further articulated and enriched Luiss’s impact on the region. These initiatives stand as tangible signs of the social role the university plays in its community.
Luiss also hosts the permanent exhibitions “Laboratorio teatrale Luiss in mostra” and “RetroMachines,” and has acquired numerous contemporary artworks (photographs, paintings, sculptures, and installations) by Italian and international artists, which are now displayed across its various locations.
Continuing education and open learning
Luiss offers continuing education courses through its postgraduate schools: the Luiss School of Law, the Luiss School of Government, and the Luiss Business School. Since 2016, it has been collaborating with the schools to design Pathways for Transversal Skills and Orientation (formerly School-to-Work Programs), which take place at the Education Center of the Milano Luiss Hub for Makers and Students.
In 2020, 42 Roma Luiss was established as the first Italian location of École 42. This renowned, revolutionary coding school is free, open, and has campuses in over 22 countries worldwide. Admission is based solely on competence and merit. In 2022, it also opened its second Italian location: 42 Firenze Luiss.
Public Engagement
Luiss is particularly active in public engagement, with over 200 events open to the public organized or hosted at the university each year under the coordination of the Digital Marketing & Events department. These include concerts by the Polyphonic Choir, performances by the Theater Laboratory, and events organized by the Sports Association.
In addition to these, there are numerous external projects aimed at schools and regional development. Among the longest-running and most impactful are LabGov.City and Legalità e Merito, both rated as “Excellent” in the 2015–2019 Research Quality Assessment (VQR).
In addition to event organization, there is the extensive publishing work of Luiss University Press, the communication and Press Office activities, the informative and entertaining programming on RadioLuiss, the free, globally accessible Luiss Social TV platform, the research dissemination initiatives coordinated by the Research Office, and the publications overseen by the Luiss Research Centers.
A selection of high-impact events and projects
Publication and Communication
Luiss University Press
The University Press publishes research from its academy and contributions from internationally renowned authors on the most important and current topics in the social sciences.
LMDP - The wonder of what's possible
The new quarterly magazine from Luiss explores, explains, and investigates the most pressing issues of our time through a variety of languages.
Luiss Social TV
Live events and on-demand interviews covering innovation, current affairs, sustainability, global engagement, and sports
Zeta Luiss
The information and fact-checking website of the “Massimo Baldini” School of Journalism
Dissemination of Luiss Research
Research and the Third Mission at Luiss University
The newsletter with updates on the University's research initiatives and results, as well as its Third Mission, sent to academics and professionals worldwide
Dedicated research resources
Podcasts, video clips, and interviews with faculty discussing the latest scientific papers, the activities of the research centers, and ongoing projects.
Scholars Directory
The tool providing information on the areas of expertise and research topics of the Luiss faculty
Luiss Law Review
The open-access online scientific journal from the Luiss DREAM Research Center, in collaboration with the Department of Law
Administration on the Move
The electronic journal of public law, economic law, and administrative science, edited by the “Vittorio Bachelet” Research Center
CISE Dossier
The open-access series of volumes on electoral studies and political representation, curated by the CISE Research Center