Royal Institute of European Studies facts for kids

The Royal Institute of European Studies (RIEE) (Spanish: Real Insituto de Estudios Europeos) is a Spanish organization. It is like a special school and research center. The RIEE focuses on studying the European Union (EU). It is based in Zaragoza, Spain. The RIEE helps people learn more about how Europe works and how countries in the EU cooperate.

Learning About the European Union

The RIEE offers a special program called a Master's degree in European Union studies. This is a type of advanced learning you can do after finishing college. The program works with important groups like the Spanish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the European Commission, and the European Parliament. These are all key parts of how Europe is governed.

Students in the program spend most of their time in Zaragoza. But they also get to visit many important places. These include cities like Brussels, Strasbourg, Geneva, Luxembourg, Madrid, and Frankfurt. These visits help students see how European institutions work in real life.

Special Study Groups

Each group of students who complete the Master's program is called a "promotion." Students choose to name their promotion after famous people. These people are often known for helping Europe work together. For example, some groups have been named after Jean Monnet or Robert Schuman. These people played big roles in creating the European Union.

Special Awards

The Royal Institute of European Studies also gives out special awards. These awards honor people and groups who have done great things for Europe.

Silver Medal

The Silver Medal is given to important people and organizations. These are people who have helped Europe in many ways. Some famous people who have received this award include José María Aznar, Boutros Boutros-Ghali, and Javier Solana. The Hague Academy of International Law is an example of an organization that has also received this medal.

Gold Medal

The Gold Medal is an even higher award. It is given to very important leaders. For example, Juan Carlos I, who was the King of Spain, received this award. Felipe González, a former Prime Minister of Spain, also received the Gold Medal. José Manuel Durão Barroso, who used to be the President of the European Commission, has also been honored with this award.

See also

In Spanish: Real Instituto de Estudios Europeos para niños