Milena Dragićević Šešić receives honorary doctorate from the University of Montpellier

This Friday, December 15, 2023, Philippe Augé, President of the University of Montpellier, will award the title of honorary doctor of the University of Montpellier to. Milena Dragićević Šešić, professor emeritus of the Belgrade University of the Arts. The ceremony will take place at the Faculty of Law and Political Science from 2:15 pm, in the presence of François Pierrot, Delegate Vice-President for International Relations, Guylain Clamour, Dean of the Faculty of Law and Political Science, and Emmanuel Négrier, Director of the Center for Political and Social Studies (CEPEL).

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Milena Dragićević Šešić to receive honorary doctorate

Milena Dragićević Šešić, holder of the Unesco Chair in Interculturalism, Arts Management and Mediation, is Professor Emeritus at the University of the Arts in Belgrade, of which she is former President (2000-2004). She is a specialist in participatory approaches to the design and development of local, regional and national cultural policies. Milena Dragićević Šešić works as an expert in cultural policy and management for the Council of Europe, the European Cultural Foundation and Pro Helvetia. With over fifty projects developed, her expertise has benefited the cultural policies of many countries in Southeast Europe, the Caucasus, Central Asia, Southeast Asia and the Near East. In 2002, France honored her with the insignia of Commandeure de l'ordre des Palmes académiques. 

What does the title "Doctor Honoris Causa" represent?

Created by decree on June 26, 1918, the origins of the honorary doctorate can be traced back to the 17th century. It is awarded to foreign personalities who highlight and reflect the values of the university through their contribution to the world of ideas, culture, the arts and sciences. Awarded at a solemn ceremony, this is the most eminent and prestigious academic title to be conferred by the university and scientific community.