The Charles University´s Centre for Lifelong Learning at the Rectorate supports cross-generational learning. The Centre offers CU employees a wide range of educational programmes focusing on various areas of competence, including pedagogical, managerial, IT, and language skills.
21 May 2025
Research funding and education policies in the USA are facing growing political pressures, undermining the integrity of academic research. In light of the nearly threefold increase in inquiries coming from the United States since November 2024, Charles University stands ready to offer a second home for students and scholars dedicated to the pursuit of knowledge without borders.
21 May 2025
Charles University’s International Advisory Board (IAB), comprising global academic leaders and policy experts, met this week for its annual review. The board provided feedback and discussed CU's progress, challenges, and strategic direction for the future.
16 May 2025
In an era marked by rising geopolitical tension and increasing challenges to democratic norms, Charles University hosted a conference on 13 May to reflect on the legacy of the late Karel Schwarzenberg. The legacy of the popular leader - who was a champion of human rights - was remembered by guests.
14 May 2025
At the beginning of May, a six-member delegation from the Ukrainian Dnipropetrovsk region visited Charles University. The discussions held between the foreign partners and Charles University Rector Milena Králíčková, along with representatives from the university's Department of International Relations, focused on the development of cooperation within international projects.
13 May 2025
“With deep sorrow, we received the news of the tragic attack that occurred on May 7th, 2025, on the campus of the University of Warsaw. In this difficult time, I would like to express, on behalf of the entire academic community of Charles University, our sincere condolences to the family of the victim, and our support for all those who have been injured or affected,” says the Rector of Charles University Milena Králíčková.
8 May 2025
During his full programme in the Czech Republic, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy found time to visit Charles University. On site, he took part in an important discussion with students, moderated by the rector of Charles University, Milena Králíčková. A range of topics, including the opportunities for graduates to contribute to Ukraine’s post-war reconstruction, was discussed.
5 May 2025
Studentská Hybernská is once again offering student associations, projects and initiatives offices in the centre of Prague from August 2025 to July 2026, i.e. for a year (a period of two semesters). These are shared offices in the cultural and academic ecosystem of the Kampus Hybernská, a joint project of Charles University and the Prague City Hall.
2 May 2025
Charles University, the largest university in the Czech Republic, welcomes the opportunity to contribute to the European Commission’s consultation on the next Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) for 2028–2034. As a research-intensive university actively engaged in EU-funded research, innovation, and education programmes - we strongly support a strategic, forward-looking, and future-proof approach to the design of the next MFF.
30 April 2025
Charles University places great emphasis on the development of its employees in accordance with one of the priorities of its strategic plan “The best people make the best university”. In order to provide them with a clear perspective for career development and regular feedback, the following materials were created: Framework Principles of Career Growth of Academics, Researchers, and Lecturers and a similar framework for other employees.
28 April 2025