FIS & IUSF Renew Agreement

1st September 2026

Who? The International Ski and Snowboard Federation and the International University Sports Federation have announced a new agreement aimed at supporting the organisation of competitions at the Universiades.

The partnership between the two organisations dates back many years and the new agreement is a step towards aligning the university sports pathway with the wider international snow sports system.

The University Games often provide many athletes with their first opportunity to experience high-level competition.

It marks the start of preparation for the transition to professional sport in the future.

The agreement also recognises the shared responsibility of both organisations in areas such as athlete development, education, integrity, sustainability, and innovation.

See here for the full details on Inside the Games.

The 33rd Winter Universiade takes place in Changchun in China from 15th-25th January 2027.

The host city has just completed an intensive 10-day on-site inspection with a FISU delegation comprising teams covering sport, security, integrated services, communications and other areas.

Changchun logo. c/o 33rd Winter Universiade.