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Why Bibliotherapy Matters in Academic Settings University libraries are more than stacks of books; they are community hubs where students, faculty, and staff can explore ideas, challenge assumptions, and build empathy. Bibliotherapy—using literature as a therapeutic tool—offers a structured way to address prejudice and stereotypes that often surface in campus life. By guiding participants through […]
From Campus Idea to Global Platform: The Rise of Munch In the summer of 2020, four Corvinus University students—Kirill Perepelica, Bence Zwecker, Albert Wettstein, and Botond Zsoldos—identified a problem that many of us face daily: food waste. Their solution, the Munch food‑saving service, turned a campus‑level idea into a multi‑country business that now serves millions […]
What the New Neptun Interface Means for Students On 6 December, Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE) rolled out a refreshed version of its Neptun student portal. The update brings a cleaner layout, responsive design for smartphones and tablets, and a free language‑learning app called Xeropan. For students in Hungary and abroad, the change promises a smoother […]
Event Overview On 25 November 2025, the Centre for Translational Medicine at Semmelweis University hosted the latest session of its Seminar Lecture series. The Marcus Aurelius Room on Baross Street 22 filled to capacity, and several participants joined via live transmission from the adjoining room. The event was a clear example of the high level […]
Celebrating Excellence in Medical Research On 4 December 2025, Semmelweis University, Hungary’s leading institution in health sciences, announced a series of scientific awards that recognize groundbreaking research with real‑world impact. The ceremony, held in the university’s Salon, highlighted the institution’s commitment to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient outcomes. By honoring researchers who push the […]
Overview of the Honorary Doctorate Award On 4 December 2025, Dr. Béla Merkely, rector of Semmelweis University and director of the Városmajor Heart and Vascular Center, was conferred an honorary doctorate by Charles University in Prague. The ceremony, held in the historic Karolinum building, highlighted Dr. Merkely’s pioneering work in cardiovascular research and his role […]
Overview of the BTCs4ATMP Initiative The European COST Action CA24114, titled BTCs4ATMP (Blood, Tissue and Cells for Advanced Therapy Medicinal Products), was launched in October 2025. Its purpose is to create a coordinated network that links blood, tissue, and cell banks with researchers, clinicians, industry partners, and regulatory authorities across the continent. The University of […]
The University of Szeged marked a milestone this November by hosting the 25th National Conference on Educational Sciences (ONK). The event, held from 13 to 15 November, brought together 800 scholars, educators, and students from Hungary and abroad to discuss the past, present, and future of educational research. With 550 presentations spanning ten parallel sessions, […]
Overview of the German–Hungarian Youth Parliament The German–Hungarian Youth Parliament in Budapest gathered 50 young delegates from Germany and Hungary for a week‑long program that combined policy research, debate and collaborative drafting of legislative proposals. The event was held in the Upper Chamber of the Hungarian Parliament, giving participants a firsthand look at how laws […]
Corvinus University of Budapest has announced a strategic shift in its foreign language curriculum for the 2025–26 academic year. The Centre for Foreign Language Education and Research will now focus its resources primarily on English and German language training, while also adding Hungarian as a foreign language for non‑native speakers. This change responds to the […]
