AANT took part in the NAFSA 2026 Annual Conference & Expo, one of the leading international events for education, academic mobility, and partnerships between higher education institutions.
The Academy was represented by Gianna Angelini, who engaged in a programme of meetings with universities, organisations, networks, and international education professionals, with the aim of strengthening existing relationships and opening up new opportunities for collaboration.
AANT’s participation in NAFSA confirms the Academy’s commitment to reinforcing its position within an increasingly global context, where education, creativity, and innovation interact with constantly evolving professional and cultural scenarios. It was a valuable opportunity to connect with international institutions, explore new prospects for students and faculty, and promote the value of Italian education in the fields of design, visual communication, media, and emerging technologies.
In line with the spirit of NAFSA 2026, dedicated to the theme “Global by Design”, AANT sees internationalisation as a design-driven process: not merely an expansion of borders, but a strategic choice to build more open, connected learning experiences that prepare creative talents for the challenges of the present.