Overview
Sorbonne University Paris, founded in [[1257|1257]] by [[robert-de-sorbon|Robert de Sorbon]], is one of the oldest and most prestigious universities in the world. With a rich history spanning over 750 years, it has been a hub for intellectual and cultural advancements, attracting scholars like [[voltaire|Voltaire]] and [[victor-hugo|Victor Hugo]]. Today, it is a leading research university, comprising several institutions, including the [[pantheon-sorbonne-university|Pantheon-Sorbonne University]] and the [[sorbonne-nouvelle-university|Sorbonne Nouvelle University]]. The university is known for its academic excellence in fields like [[french-literature|French literature]], [[philosophy|philosophy]], and [[history|history]], with notable alumni including [[jean-paul-sartre|Jean-Paul Sartre]] and [[simone-de-beauvoir|Simone de Beauvoir]].