University 4EU+ Alliance reps meet in Warsaw

Author: CU Public Relations Department
Photo: Mirosław Kaźmierczak
Sunday, 06 October 2024 21:07

Late last month, representatives of 4EU+, met at the University of Warsaw. A large delegation from Charles University, led by Rector Milena Králíčková, participated in the annual meeting, centred on the theme “Digital 4EU+: Education – Research – Cooperation.” 

Academic year 2024/25 officially underway!

Author: Jitka Jiřičková
Photo: Vladimír Šigut
Thursday, 03 October 2024 11:09

Where better to kick off the 2024/25 academic year than at the Kampus Hybernská cultural and educational centre? Upper-year students are already familiar with this creative hub, but for first-years, it was a truly UniKátní START (Unique Start) to the next phase in educational life.

European Researchers' Night CZ embraces 'transformation'

Author: Jitka Jiřičková
Photo: Vladimír Šigut
Sunday, 29 September 2024 17:57

The final Friday in September saw the return of Czech European Researchers' Night, where scientific and educational institutions across the Czech Republic open their doors to curious visitors. Charles University, of course, took part.

FameLab 2024: The beauty and diversity of science

Author: Marcela Uhlíková
Photo: Hynek Glos
Wednesday, 18 September 2024 15:45

Nine finalists provided unique insights into the fascinating world of natural sciences—that was the FameLab 2024 final in a nutshell. The culmination of the national competition, held under the patronage of the British Embassy in Prague.

Microsoft's Brad Smith gives key presentation at CU

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Photo: Michal Novotný
Thursday, 29 August 2024 22:58

Charles University’s Hall of Patriots was the site for an important conference organised by Microsoft on Thursday, featuring the company’s Vice-chair and President Brad Smith. He gave a keynote presentation called Sustaining Trust in the New AI Economy.

HR Award: better conditions for scientists

Author: Pavla Hubálková
Photo: Hynek Glos, Vladimír Šigut
Wednesday, 03 July 2024 14:57

This year marks five years since Charles University was awarded the HR Award, which aims to improve working conditions for female and male employees at research institutions across Europe. What did the recognition bring to Charles University?

Traditional garden party caps end of school term

Author: Marcela Uhlíková
Photo: Michal Novotný
Wednesday, 26 June 2024 16:41

Friends of Charles University this week attended the 20th annual university garden party, traditionally held on 24 June. The well-established festivity, held under the auspices of the Czech Senate, took place at Wallenstein Garden.

UN Refugee Agency signs co-op memorandum with CU

Author: Charles University
Photo: Michal Novotný
Wednesday, 19 June 2024 13:56

UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, on Wednesday, 19 June 2024, signed a new Cooperation Agreement with Charles University and the school‘s Faculty of Law. The agreement is intended to further develop existing cooperation.

Future of artificial intelligence explored at 4EU+ AI Days

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Photo: Michal Novotný
Friday, 14 June 2024 13:39

On Friday, Charles University wrapped up a fascinating two-day event, bringing together researchers, policymakers, educators, PhD students and administrative staff within the 4EU+ Alliance to explore the ever-growing impact of AI.

CU & security: Creating a safety culture is very important

Author: Jiří Novák and Jan Velinger
Photo: Vladimír Šigut
Tuesday, 04 June 2024 17:07

Almost six months have passed since tragedy struck the Faculty of Arts at Charles University, claiming 14 lives. Forum discussed key steps since taken with the head of the Central Crisis Staff of CU, Otomar Sláma, and security expert Zdeněk Kalvach.

Conf. on joint study programmes delivers with flying colours

Author: Jan Velinger, Charles University
Photo: Jan Kolský
Monday, 20 May 2024 13:14

On Friday, Charles University hosted a highly successful, much-awaited conference entitled “Building Excellence in International Joint Study Programmes”. Under the auspices of Rector Milena Králíčková, the meeting of int'l experts went off without a hitch.

Robust feedback at the core of annual IAB meeting

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Photo: Jan Kolský
Thursday, 16 May 2024 22:17

Members of the International Advisory Board at CU gathered for their annual meeting in Prague this week to discuss developments at the university over the last year and to discuss plans moving forward. The role of the IAB, as the name suggests, is largely to help.

4EU+ Alliance fine-tunes road map for 2025 - 2035

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Photo: Jan Kolský
Thursday, 25 April 2024 18:14

Representatives of the eight prestigious universities that make up the 4EU+ Alliance met over two days at CU this week to chart the course for the coming decade. CU, as one of the founding members, was a fitting venue for a meeting on the newest goals.

Int'l Women's Day marked at Kampus Hybernská

Author: Jitka Jiřičková
Photo: Jan Kolský
Monday, 11 March 2024 09:43

Ever wondered how women in top positions handle their jobs and what they prioritise in terms of their teams or why so many find the time to pursue sports in their free time? This year the Faculty of Physical Education and Sport marked International Women's Day. 

Ukrainian scientists continue valuable work at CU

Photo: CU archive
Friday, 23 February 2024 20:25

It has been almost two years since the Russian attack on Ukraine began at dawn on 24 February 2022. Ahead of the sombre anniversary, Forum reports on the work of Ukrainian scientists and scholars at Charles University.

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