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Charles University hosts 4EU+ forum on Migration and Health

Charles University is hosting the 4EU+ Migration and Health Days, a highly-anticipated conference bringing together not only representatives of the university alliance but also key experts, policymakers, UN, WHO and NGO representatives. The event kicked off on Thursday afternoon with a brief welcome from CU’s Lenka Rovná, followed by the recently confirmed Secretary-General of 4EU+ Elena del Giorgio.

19 June 2025


Čapková awarded top ERC Grant to study inclusive history

Kateřina Čapková from Charles University’s Faculty of Arts will explore inclusive histories of Central and Eastern Europe—examining the past through the perspectives of Roma, Jews, and people with disabilities—thanks to an Advanced ERC grant.

17 June 2025


4EU+ University Alliance succeeds with micro-credential project

The 4EU+ European University Alliance, which includes Charles University, has been awarded a 2024 Erasmus+ grant for the 4EU+ Micro-Credential Integration (4EU+ MICI) project, focused on developing micro-credentials in the context of the digital and green transitions. These changes are significantly reshaping the labour market and require new skills and competencies.

16 June 2025


From Argentina to Prague: Llanos on Democracy & ERA Chair

Professor Mariana Llanos, a distinguished political scientist from Argentina, discusses her long journey from Oxford to the elite GIGA Institute in Hamburg and Charles University in Prague, where she became the ERA Chair holder. In this Forum magazine interview.

13 June 2025


Charles University successfully defends prestigious HR Award

Charles University is proud to announce that it has – as the first university in the Czech Republic – successfully defended the prestigious HR Excellence in Research Award (HR Award), granted by the European Commission. This recognition confirms the university’s long-term commitment to creating a supportive, transparent, and modern environment for researchers.

12 June 2025


Statement by the Rector of CU on the tragic event in Graz

It is with the deepest sorrow that we have received news of the tragic shooting at the Gymnasium in Graz, Austria, which occurred on 10 June 2025. On behalf of the entire Charles University community, I extend my heartfelt condolences to the bereaved and express our support for the injured and their loved ones during this immensely difficult time.

10 June 2025


CU welcomed global counselors and university reps

From May 22 to 24, 2025, Charles University proudly took part in hosting the Europe Regional Institute of the International Association for College Admission Counseling (International ACAC). The event, organised by the Study in Prague Consortium, brought together more than 200 high school counsellors and university representatives from 45 countries, who spent several days exploring the academic landscape of Prague and the Czech Republic.

9 June 2025


Earth from Space: CU to lead space agency education project

Advancing higher and professional education in the field of Earth observation is the main goal of the European Space Agency (ESA) initiative Earth Observation Training Academy, to be led by Charles University. Representatives of the institutions involved outlined the project’s aims at Prague’s Kampus Hybernská multicultural and innovative space on Wednesday, 28 May.

30 May 2025


Vice-Rector Věra Jourová awarded the Order of the Star of Romania

On 27 May 2025, Her Excellency Antoaneta Barta, Ambassador of Romania to the Czech Republic, presented the country’s highest civilian honour – the Order of the Star of Romania to Věra Jourová, Vice-Rector for Human Resources Development and New Technologies at Charles University.

28 May 2025


Erasmus+ experience at Charles University with a newborn

Tuukka Karjula, in his mid-twenties, is studying Sport education at the University of Jyväskylä in Finland. For the spring semester 2025, he decided to spend his Erasmus+ stay at the Charles University Faculty of Physical Education and Sport, just like many other students do every year. What makes him different is that he came with his family: his wife Jennimari and their daughter Lilja.

26 May 2025




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