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On 21 December 2023, we lost 14 students and colleagues who wished only to study, to teach, to help others. However, their legacy remains with us in the new academic year. We will never forget Eva, Jan, Ad, Lucie, Lenka, Klára, Adam, Magdalena, Sára, Agata, Aneta, Tereza, Eliška and Lucie. We will keep you in our hearts forever.
1 October 2024Czechs on Monday marked the anniversary of the founding of Czechoslovakia, with President Petr Pavel awarding state honours. Among the 56 invitees for the ceremonial gathering at Vladislav Hall at Prague Castle was Charles University Vice-Rector for Research Ladislav Krištoufek, who received a Medal of Merit in the Field of Science from the head-of-state.
28 October 2024In November, Charles University will host the 2nd International Paedagogium Platform Conference, providing a valuable opportunity for academics and practitioners in higher education. This year’s conference is focusing on the roles of Teaching and Learning Centres, including those newly-established at Charles University. The event will feature eminent guest speakers such as Sarah Leupen.
26 October 2024European Research Council (ERC) Expert Group for Supporting Applicants in ERC Calls, jointly hosted a National Information Day on ERC Grants. Presentations at the Hall of Patriots, at the historic Carolinum, provided a detailed and valuable introduction as well as in-depth discussion of the application process.
22 October 2024UPDATED - A delegation from Charles University is in the middle of a working visit to the United States. Led by Rector Milena Králíčková, CU representatives aim to strengthen existing forms of cooperation with some of the most prestigious universities overseas through bilateral talks.
21 October 2024On 18 October 2024, Charles University is hosting the first-ever national conference of ombudsmen in the Czech Republic. The event aims to provide a platform for dialogue among professionals across different sectors, disciplines, and political orientations.
18 October 2024Rector Milena Králíčková has met with the newly awarded Nobel Prize winner in Physiology or Medicine, Professor Victor Ambrose. The meeting took place this week during the two-day conference Science and Research at the University of Massachusetts Amherst.
17 October 2024Charles University welcomed Tsai Ing-wen, the former president of Taiwan, on Tuesday to discuss the latest developments in a multi-project between Taiwan and Czechia. Part of the project saw the launch of the Supply Chain Resilience Centre last autumn.
16 October 2024The Faculty of Physical Education and Sport’s charity event, Hřeje mě pohyb (Sport Unites), made its return this Thursday with a mission: to cover 2,000 kilometres in just four hours by running, jogging, walking, or cycling. The event, which raises both awareness and funds for a good cause, took place at the faculty’s athletics stadium and featured appearances by Charles University Olympians.
11 October 2024Professor Cyril Höschl, a prominent Czech psychiatrist, science populariser, university educator, and emeritus dean of the Third Faculty of Medicine at Charles University, has received the Neuron Prize 2024 for his lifetime contribution to psychiatry and mental health.
10 October 2024A day after the official start of the 2024/2025 academic year on 3 October 2024, representatives of the Czech Rectors' Conference held discussions with Prime Minister Petr Fiala regarding the future of Czech higher education.
7 October 2024At the end of September, 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.”
6 October 2024Virtual Office Hours for International Applicants
30 October 2024
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Onboarding Course: Intro for PhDs
30 October 2024
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The Onboarding Course helps new international students with orientation and adaptation to their new life at Charles University. This lecture focuses on everything you want to know about the doctoral study at CU.
PhD Mingle: Network and Inspire
30 October 2024
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International Středa-Mezinárodní Wednesday PhD Networking Edition is here! Calling all our PhD students, candidates, and pregraduates alike! Join us for this special occasion and meet with other international and local students.
Survival Czech: Language Course for Total Beginners
8 October 2024 – 7 November 2024
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Dobrý den! Are you a Ph.D. student wanting to learn the basics of the Czech language? Join our online language courses for beginners! This course will focus on introduction, shopping, eating and more.