Marco Orlandi is the new Rector of the University of Milano-Bicocca for the 2025–2031 term (photo and biography). A Full Professor of Analytical Chemistry and currently Deputy Rector and Vice-Rector for Research, he gained the confidence of the academic community with 699.35 votes (this figure accounts for the 15 per cent weighting of the votes cast by technical-administrative and library staff). In this second round, a majority of over 50 per cent of eligible voters was required. Voter turnout stood at 79.31%, with 1,713 participants. (All voting details are available on the dedicated webpage.)
Marco Antoniotti, Full Professor of Computer Science and Director of the Department of Informatics, Systems and Communication, received 390.60 votes. Following the first round of voting held on 24 June, the third candidate, Professor Giuseppe Gorini, announced his decision to withdraw from the race and encouraged his supporters to back Professor Orlandi in the name of fostering a “spirit of unity” during this transitional phase for the University.
Marco Orlandi succeeds Rector Giovanna Iannantuoni, who has led the University since 2019 and is currently President of the CRUI (Conference of Italian University Rectors). “I would like to thank the academic community for the trust they have placed in me,” said the Rector-elect, who will assume office on 1 October 2025. “It is an honour and a great responsibility to lead the University at this time. Milano-Bicocca has grown significantly in recent years and must now consolidate its role in the Italian and international academic and scientific landscape. There are many challenges ahead: from housing policies for students to supporting young researchers and research fellows, to strengthening dialogue between departments, central structures, and the wider community. I will continue to serve with a spirit of dedication, promoting unity and open dialogue, because only a cohesive University can effectively face the challenges to come.”