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Step by Step on the STAIRCASE: online workshop will focus on the STAIRCASE Survey and how it can be used…

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 14:15:00 +0200

Our online workshop will focus on the STAIRCASE Survey and how it can be used in interactive activities aimed at enhancing research culture by addressing the mental health challenges faced by researchers. Participants will be introduced to the survey and engage in self-reflection exercises to assess their own experiences. The session will then culminate in a group discussion aimed at identifying common issues and developing local actions to foster a supportive and sustainable academic environment." The Workshop is scheduled for July 17th at 15:00 CET.
Registration is open at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrc-igqTIqHteiYr7ef-FccV9Q0-pfFxm2 Agenda:
• Introduction and Objectives (5 min)
• Presentation of the STAIRCASE Survey (10 min)
• Using the Survey as a Tool for Self-Reflection (15 min)
• Group Reflection on Identifying Common Issues and Local Actions (25 min)
• Conclusion (5 min)
Target audience: ReMO ambassadors and researchers willing to organise interactive sessions aimed at driving change at the local level.
Bio of the workshop facilitators: Simone Lackner, Ph.D.: Simone is a multidisciplinary scientist with a degree in Molecular Biology, a Ph.D. in Systems Neuroscience, postdoctoral training in Complexity and Computational Social Science. She has worked in eleven different institutes in Austria, Singapore, USA, Japan and Portugal. She has vast experience in Science Communication and Public Outreach and as a ReMO Ambassador and the Founder of Soapbox Science Lisbon, ...

STATE SUBSTITUTE/RETAKE EXAMS - SUMMER DATE

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 07:32:00 +0200

The Substitute/Retake date of the state examination of the study program in pharmacy in English...

[Translate to English:] Medzinarodná vedecká konferencia SSSI 2024

Jan.Gregus@fmph.uniba.sk — Sat, 13 Jul 2024 22:12:00 +0200

[Translate to English:] V dňoch 18. až 21. novembra 2024 Katedra experimentálnej fyziky...

CU HAS IMPROVED ITS POSITION AMONG THE TOP 300 EUROPEAN UNIVERSITIES

pr@uniba.sk — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 11:14:00 +0200

The best universities in Europe are ETH Zurich, Imperial College London and the University of Oxford. In addition to CU nine Slovak universities were ranked - Slovak University of Technology in Bratislava (387th place), Slovak Agricultural University in Nitra (396th place), Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice (408th place), Technical University in Košice (432nd place). place), University of Žilina (460th place), Matej Bel University in Banská Bystrica and University of Prešov (shared 551st - 600th place). The last two are the University of Constantine the Philosopher in Nitra and the University of Cyril and Methodius in Trnava (601 + place). QS World University Rankings: Europe 2025 ranks universities according to twelve categories with different weights, such as academic reputation (30%), reputation among employers (15%), international research network (10%), sustainability (5%) and others. QS World University Rankings: Europe is a new ranking and has been evaluating European universities since 2023. This year, on 10 July, 2024, the ranking published a list of the top 685 higher education institutions from 42 locations in Europe. *** Comenius University is the only Slovak university which regularly appears in all prominent rankings. It reached 661st-670th place in the 2025 QS World University Ranking. It ranks 514th in the 2024 Round University Ranking. CU is ranked 716th in the CWUR (Center for World University Rankings), making it one of the top 3.5% schools in the world. ARWU ranking (Shanghai ranking) puts it in the 901st-1000th place band. The prestigious Best Global Universities ranking ranks it 718th overall, and 277th in physics. The SCImago ranking lists it in 1176th place. In the NTU Ranking (National Taiwan University Rankings) it is ranked 851st-900th overall and 351st-400th in physics, worldwide. It ranks 286th in The Three University Missions MosIUR, and THE Impact Rankings puts it in the 601st-800th place band. THE WUR ranking puts CU in the 1001st - 1200th place. World University Ranking RankPro ranked it 147th in Europe.

Best Paper Award

Wed, 10 Jul 2024 12:48:00 +0200

The Program Committee of the 23rd International Conference
on Artificial Intelligence and Soft Computing
granted
the ICAISC 2024 Best Paper Award to

Embedding Non-Distortive Cancelable Face Template Generation
Dmytro Zakharov, Oleksandr Kuznetsov, Emanuele Frontoni and Natalia Kryvinska

Summer School BIP 2024

Thu, 04 Jul 2024 15:37:00 +0200

This summer, in collaboration with Western Galilee College, we were thrilled to host an international summer school program that brought together students from nine different universities, representing 15 diverse nationalities. The program focused on Modern Marketing and Information Technology, expertly taught by Professors Lucia Kocisova and Michal Gregus.

Throughout the course, students delved into the latest trends and strategies in marketing and IT, gaining valuable insights and practical knowledge. Beyond the classroom, the program offered enriching cultural experiences, including a guided walking tour of our historic city, a delightful traditional Slovak dinner, and an unforgettable trip to the magnificent Cerveny Kamen Castle.

This summer school was not only an academic venture but also a celebration of cultural exchange and international collaboration, creating lasting memories and fostering global friendships.

Graduation Ceremonies

Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:23:00 +0200

Schedule of graduations for the academic year 2023/2024 with live broadcasting.

Uzbekistan Through the Eyes of a Teacher: Experiences from Bukhara on the Silk Road

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 12:40:00 +0200

Bukhara State University in Bukhara, Uzbekistan, became my temporary employer during the summer semester of the academic year 2023-2024. I worked in one of the university's ten faculties: the Faculty of Economics and Tourism, Department of Marketing and Management. The University's history dates back to 1930, when the Pedagogical Institute was created. The institution is near to the city center, and the campus makes a good impression with its planted green grounds that include many fruit trees, beautiful plants, sports fields, and a contemporary library.

I was invited for a semester stay thanks to the support of many Uzbek students, whom I assisted in applying for a scholarship from the National Scholarship Programme of the Slovak Republic. I met several of them throughout my time in Bukhara and visits to Uzbekistan. It was always a distinct feeling of kinship to Slovakia in faraway Uzbekistan, even when I met Uzbeks. Our common ground was FM UK, where we met. Each of them expressed gratitude to our country for providing them with a scholarship that allowed them to learn about not just Slovakia, but also other EU countries.

During my stay, I delivered lectures and seminars on Marketing and Risk management, as well as Banking and money consulting. The course content, as well as the structure of the lectures and seminars, are similar to the European educational system. Students are eager to learn about the potential of studying abroad, and the vast majority of them prepare for this by learning languages. Interestingly, there is a TV channel in the country dedicated solely to English, German, French, and Russian language teaching. There were occasional misunderstandings when communicating with students or colleagues, but I later realised that these were due to cultural differences, such as different perceptions of punctuality, the ability to work in groups, motivation, the ability and possibility to express one's point of view, or, for example, the role of religion in people's lives.

In addition to teaching, I attended various seminars where I met local and international guest academics at the institution. I've maintained in touch with numerous of them. During my free time roaming the nation, I met a lot of intriguing people.

I spent the majority of my time touring Bukhara itself. It is an ancient city on the former Silk Road that served as a major hub for trade, education, culture, and religion. Bukhara served as the capital of the Samanid Empire (892-999), the Khanate of Bukhara (1533-1756), and the Emirate of Bukhara (1785-1920). The city is now the center of the Bukhara region. Bukhara has 280 inhabitants. It is primarily recognized for its numerous historic sites. The city centre, together with a few mosques and madrasas, is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Tourism is economically significant to the city. The city center is alive with the lives of everyday people, making it an authentic destination for tourists. During my walks through the city, I encountered local miniature painters, silk scarf salesmen, and restaurant owners, with whom I discussed our lives and future plans. The trek through the metropolis was never boring.

On the second day of my stay, I was able to attend a typical Bukhara wedding. Later, I attended celebrations for International Women's Day, Navruz, Ramadan, and many folklore events. For me, the most valuable encounters were those planned by colleagues and friends, as well as the occasional invites to visit their houses. Uzbeks cherish hospitality, consideration, and respect above everything else. And this applies whether they are strangers or close friends. I've also spent a lot of time traveling solo. The experience of taking the train to Khiva, Samarkand, Termez, and Tashkent is unforgettable.

In terms of surprising and unexpected experiences, I would recommend the Afrasyob high-speed train, which connects Tashkent, Samarkand, and Bukhara and is one of the top modes of transportation equivalent to Europe in terms of service and speed. Similarly advanced is the amount of e-government services, which can help foreigners navigate the maze of local bureaucracy. The great level of security in the country is also surprising; I never felt threatened by anyone. I also had no idea how crucial knowing Russian would be in my life.

Finally, I'd like to thank FM UK's management, my colleagues at the home faculty, and my family for allowing me to travel abroad, as well as my colleagues and friends at Bukhara State University for leaving nothing to chance and providing a base for me to teach students, make contacts, and get to know Uzbekistan – a country rich in history and infinite hospitality.

June at the International Office

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 11:00:00 +0200

Many of our colleagues and academics returned or travelled in June to many exotic destinations such...

International Teaching Week at Rajagiri Business School

Mon, 01 Jul 2024 10:35:00 +0200

During the International Teaching Week at Rajagiri Business School, India, the Dean prof. Peter Štarchoň and Vice Dean Lucia Vilčeková engaged in an enriching experience by teaching and collaborating with colleagues from nine different countries. This event fostered an atmosphere of academic exchange and cultural diversity, allowing the international teachers to share their expertise and gain insights from a global perspective. Beyond the classroom, we all enjoyed the warm hospitality extended by the staff and the Indian community, experiencing local traditions and cuisine, which added a memorable cultural dimension to our visit. This week not only strengthened international academic bonds but also highlighted the inclusive and welcoming nature of Rajagiri Business School and its surrounding community.