On February 6, ASP celebrated the conclusion of the 19th Cycle and welcomed the 21st Cycle students during the ASP Day 2025, its annual event dedicated to recognizing the achievements of talented students and inspiring the future.
Held in the Sala Emma Strada at Politecnico di Torino, this special day brought together students, alumni, professors, and industry leaders to reflect on ASP’s legacy and its role in shaping the innovators of tomorrow. The event featured insightful keynote speeches, engaging panel discussions, and a showcase of outstanding interdisciplinary projects developed by ASP students.
- The event opened with welcoming remarks from Fulvio Corno, Vice Rector for Education at Politecnico di Torino, and Stefano Ronchi, Vice Rector for Education and Learning at Politecnico di Milano, setting the stage for a day dedicated to innovation and multidisciplinary learning.
- Alessandra Oppio, ASP Director, shared insights into the Mission, Vision, and Strategy of ASP, reinforcing the school’s commitment to shaping the future of education and research.
- A highlight of the event was the keynote speech by Massimo Banzi, co-founder of Arduino, who captivated the audience with his reflections on creativity, technology, and innovation.
- Following this, four outstanding teams from the 19th Cycle presented their projects, detailing the methodologies employed and the potential societal impacts of their research.
- The event then moved into the Graduation Ceremony, where we celebrated the dedication and success of our 19th Cycle graduates.
- The day also marked the beginning of the journey for 21st Cycle students, who received an introduction to the ASP program from Massimo Violante, Vice Director of the Alta Scuola Politecnica.
- Then ASP Executive Board members Cristian Campagnaro, Matteo Romano, Elisabetta Raguseo, and Gianpaolo Cugola further elaborated on the ASP Courses and Multidisciplinary Projects, showcasing the dynamic learning opportunities available to students.
- Another key moment of the day was the keynote speech by Andrea Airale, CEO of Beond, who inspired attendees with his vision of leadership and innovation in an ever-changing world.
- The day concluded with contributions from the ASP Alumni Executive Board, reinforcing the strength of the ASP network and its ongoing impact.
A huge congratulations to our graduates, and a heartfelt thank you to all speakers, students, and alumni who took part in this event!
For a further recap of the day’s highlights and activities, visit the dedicated article, in Italian, on Poliflash: ASP Day 2025: Una giornata di celebrazione e ispirazione.