On Monday 7 April, Charles University celebrated the 677th anniversary of its foundation. On this occasion, the Miloslav Petrusek Prize for representation and promotion and the Bedřich Hrozný Prize for creative achievement were traditionally awarded.
7 April 2025
Interesting scientific topics, excellent study or sporting results, as well as community activities and helping others, were all recognised by the Rector of Charles University Milena Králíčková, who presented prestigious awards to students from Charles University for their extraordinary activities.
1 April 2025
Blended intensive programmes (BIPs) are one of the new Erasmus+ features that were introduced in 2021. As the title suggests, the core of the opportunity lies in the combination of virtual and physical mobility, enabling students and staff to develop new educational activities including digital skills improvement.
31 March 2025
Experts from the Norwegian Centre for Violence and Traumatic Stress Studies have shared insights and the results of a key study on post-trauma aid. Cooperation between CU and NKVTS was initiated following the tragic events of 21 December 2023.
30 March 2025
The academic community at Charles University and beyond is deeply saddened by the passing of Professor K. R. Rajagopal, who died on March 20, 2025.At Charles University, Professor Rajagopal mentored many students and collaborated with several senior researchers at the Faculty of Mathematics and Physics. He received an honorary doctorate from the university in 2012.
26 March 2025
As a part of the HR Award initiative, Charles University is actively involved in promoting research and academic development through international partnerships. These activities encourage collaboration in research projects, the mobility of academics, and support for postdocs, which contributes to the development of research and education at CU.
25 March 2025
CU this week hosted a unique event bringing together students, staff, as well as 4EU+ Alliance reps for a special day at the Carolinum. The alliance has made significant strides in creating new opportunities in education, research, and mobility. In line with the European Union’s long-term integration goals, the first-time event provided a focus on present and future developments.
18 March 2025
Gov.uk, the official government website of the United Kingdom, which serves as the central online platform for UK government services and information, has highlighted Charles University’s ongoing cooperation and commitment to partnerships with top British universities, including the University of St Andrews.
7 March 2025
On March 6, 2025, the ambassador of France to the Czech Republic, His Excellency Stéphane Crouzat, presented the prestigious French Order of Merit (Ordre national du Mérite) to Professor Eva Voldřichová Beránková, vice-rector for international affairs at Charles University.
7 March 2025
Charles University has awarded honorary doctorates honoris causa to two distinguished international experts: professor of physical chemistry Michael Grätzel at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne, and professor of molecular biology Kari Jussi Hemminki, who is currently conducting research at the Biomedical Centre of the Faculty of Medicine in Pilsen at CU.
4 March 2025