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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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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