Academic Palms 2025: a ceremony dedicated to recognizing exemplary achievements
- Staff life
on the January 6, 2026
Campus Valrose
On Friday, December 12, 2025, the university community gathered at the Théâtre du Grand Château on the Valrose Campus for an emotional ceremony filled with recognition. The event honored staff members who had recently been appointed to the Order of Academic Palms, one of the most prestigious civilian distinctions in France.
Attended by Jeanick Brisswalter, President of Université Côte d’Azur, this ceremony recognized members of the university community for their exemplary commitment to public service in education and their significant contribution to the university's reputation.
A moment of recognition and conviviality
During the event, the recipients received their insignia as knights or officers, as well as their diplomas, in a solemn and warm atmosphere. The ceremony was followed by a cocktail reception held in the Grand Château dining room, providing an opportunity for participants to socialize and exchange ideas.
Honoring the recipients
Once again this year, Université Côte d'Azur emphasized the importance of recognizing exceptional careers and achievements.Staff members honored at the ceremony
- Antoniotti Sylvain
- Aubert Jean Paul
- Anne Brogini
- Serge Dulhauste
- Lupi Laurence
- Mége Karine
- Mouial Eva
- Ortys Marise
- Sebbar Diana
- Michel Zafran
Since 1999, 79 teachers or teacher-researchers and 41 administrative, technical, or library staff members at our University have been honored with the Order of Academic Palms. This tradition of recognition embodies the values of excellence and dedication that characterize Université Côte d'Azur.
Congratulations to all of you on this well-deserved distinction!
