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New article by Jo Dillabough and Andrea Peto: Does Hungary’s election mark the end of Orbánisation in HE?

The Hungarian parliamentary elections held on 26 April 2026, with extraordinarily high voter turnout, triggered an unprecedented wave of euphoria across Hungary and Europe.

Read the full article by Jo Dillabough and Andrea Pető on the recent Hungarian election and its implications for higher education, academic freedom, and the future of university openness in Europe. The article explores whether the end of Orbán’s rule could mark a turning point for illiberal governance in higher education — and what challenges still remain ahead.

Read the full article here>>