1. Introduction

Welcome to the website of the Academic Bridge Foundation (“Foundation”, “we”, “us”, or “our”). These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of this website and any services, forms, or features we offer through it.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please do not use the website.

2. Purpose of the Website

This website provides information about the Academic Bridge Foundation’s mission to reconnect international graduates of Romanian universities and to support educational opportunities for new generations. The website allows users to learn about our programs, register as alumni, express interest in scholarships, and explore opportunities to establish or join local chapters.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age to use the interactive features of this website, including registration, applications, or submissions. By using the website, you represent that you are legally capable of entering into these Terms.

4. No Guarantees or Offers

Nothing on this website constitutes a guarantee, offer, or promise of:

• Acceptance into any scholarship program;
• Establishment or approval of a local chapter;
• Any specific outcome from submitting information or applications.

All decisions regarding scholarships, chapter approvals, and participation in our programs are made at the sole discretion of the Foundation, subject to our internal criteria and available resources.

5. User Accounts and Submissions

When you register or submit information (including alumni details, recommendations, or chapter proposals), you agree that:

• All information you provide is accurate, complete, and up to date;
• You have the right to submit such information;
• You authorize the Foundation to use the information in accordance with our Privacy Policy and for the purposes of our mission.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, logos, graphics, and design, is the property of the Academic Bridge Foundation or its licensors. You may not copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from any content without our prior written permission, except for personal, non-commercial use.

7. User-Generated Content

By submitting content to the website (such as stories, testimonials, or proposals), you grant the Foundation a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, display, reproduce, and distribute such content in connection with our mission and communications.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your use of this website and any personal data you provide are governed by our Privacy Policy. We process personal data in compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and applicable Romanian law.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, the Academic Bridge Foundation, its officers, directors, employees, and agents shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, or any loss of profits or revenues, arising out of or in connection with your use of this website or any services offered through it.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Academic Bridge Foundation from and against any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to your use of the website or violation of these Terms.

11. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to the website at any time, without prior notice, if we reasonably believe you have violated these Terms or engaged in conduct that harms the Foundation or its community.

12. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Romania. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms shall be resolved exclusively by the competent courts in Timișoara, Romania.

13. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. The updated version will be posted on this page with a revised Effective Date. Your continued use of the website after changes are posted constitutes acceptance of the updated Terms.

14. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Use, please contact us:

Academic Bridge Foundation
Blvd. Take Ionescu nr. 5, Timișoara, Romania
Email: contact@academicbridge.ro