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In the article, the author discusses the developments in the higher education sector in the European Union (EU) as of mid-2013. She cites the launching of the Erasmus+ brand name for the educational programmes in the entire region. Among the educational schemes under the brand are the Leonardo da Vinci programme for vocational education and training, the Jean Monnet Action professorships and the Comenius School Partnerships.

The article discusses Sir Peter Scott's report at the Bologna Process Researchers' Conference. Scott, professor of higher education at the Institute of Education at the University of London, discussed issues such as whether the euro crisis means that the European Union is failing and what are options for the process and the European Higher Education Area (EHEA).

Reports the honorary degrees received by the Erasmus scheme for university cooperation and student exchange in the European Union countries. Application of students and academics for exchange grants; Strength of the initiative for modeling trust between institutions; Progress of the model from idea to institution.

Features the `1993 Guide to European Community Programmes in the Fields of Education Training and Youth,' a guide published by the European Commission. Run-down of existing schemes provided for by the European Union; Schemes promoted by other sections of the Commission; End of the task force programs in December 1994.