Czech-born scientist on search for life on icy worlds
Students interested in space technology and research in the space industry recently had a rare opportunity to attend a lecture in Prague by Czech-born scientist Aria Vítková, who completed her PhD in England and works for NASA.
Microcertificates are of crucial importance to 4EU+ Alliance
At the conference Microcertificates in the Czech Higher Education Environment, organised by Charles University, experts and education specialists from Czechia and abroad discussed what this year has brought in the field of microcertificates.
Sharing expertise at the Paedagogium Conference
R.H. Huizinga is an Educational Specialist at the University of Groningen and an anticipated speaker at the upcoming 2nd Paedagogium Platform Conference at CU. The event brings together practitioners in the field of higher education.
T&L Centres can make a huge difference!
CU is getting ready to host the 2nd International Paedagogium Platform Conference in November focusing on the roles of Teaching and Learning Centres. Forum spoke to one of the guest speakers, Sarah Leupen, whose discussion is one of the most anticipated.
Czech athletes won eight medals at the Paralympics
The Czech delegation won eight medals at the Paralympic Games which wrapped up on Sunday. Three athletes with ties to Charles University also participated in Paris and did very well - with one competitor finishing just outside the medals.
Paralympics begin in Paris! Who to watch & more...
The XVth Summer Paralympic Games have begun in Paris: among those hoping to clinch medals are three athletes with ties to CU: František Serbus, Anastasja Vištalová and Patrik Jahoda!
Podcast: Family Economics and Gender Wage Gaps
In the latest episode of Talking Economics, we meet Barbara Pertold-Gebicka, a CERGE-EI alumna and Assistant Professor at the Institute of Economic Studies of Charles University, to explore family economics and gender wage gaps.
Well-being is the art of living authentically
“I teach my students that living a good quality life where we feel good doesn't always mean that everything works out. Negative emotions reveal a lot about our value systemsays Jana Kočí from CU's Faculty of Education.
MIT event at CU proves highly inspirational
Charles University hosts a great many events but last week saw one that was truly exceptional: MIT Global Experiences. The conference brought together representatives from academia, science, and the world of venture capital. Special guests included Justin Leahey of MIT International Science and Technology Initiatives.
Annual Sports Day got university moving
The Rector's Sports Day offered staff and students at Charles University numerous opportunities to burn calories at various sports venues in Prague, Hradec Králové and Plzeň. The event was organised by the Department of Physical Education of the Faculty of Arts of Charles University.
Former minister on early days and environmental policy
In 1990, he became the first ever Czech Minister of the Environment and was a member of the Czech National Council and a senator. Professor Bedřich Moldan was also the founder of the Centre for Environmental Issues of Charles University.
Expert on EU accession: Just being lucky is also important
“The European Union was in good shape economically at the time, and at the same time saw no geopolitical danger in enlargement.” That is how CU Professor Ivo Šlosarčík describes EU enlargement that took place on 1 May 2004.
CU hosts conference on ‘eve’ of EU accession anniversary
CU this week hosted a high-level conference on the European Union as "a success story". The event, focusing on the benefits of EU enlargement, brought together key speakers who recalled how accession had changed and ultimately improved citizens’ lives.
Institute scope broader than ever on 50th anniversary
Of the many institutes at Charles University, one of the most important for the school as well as for the broader public, is the Institute for Language and Preparatory Studies. It is dedicated to teaching Czech and English to foreigners and preparing int'l students.
"Focus on what you're good at and double it"
The University of Manchester is Europe’s top university for its social and environmental impact in the most recent the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings and the QS Sustainability Ranking. Julian Skyrme, the university’s Director of Social Responsibility, is the driving force behind its strategy.
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FORUM EN 13 2024
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