We are excited to announce that the Green Economy Festival will take place in Parma, Italy, from April 14th to 19th, 2026. This prestigious event will bring together leading Italian and international experts in the field of the Green Economy, alongside prominent entrepreneurs and some of the most authoritative journalists in the sector.

Among the confirmed guests for this edition are world-renowned figures such as:

• Pavan Sukhdev – Environmental economist, President of WWF International, and winner of the 2020 Tyler Prize and the 2016 Blue Planet Prize.
• Guenter Blöschl – Hydrologist and recipient of the 2025 Stockholm Water Prize.
• Timothy Palmer – Physicist and climatologist at the University of Oxford.
• Michael Spence – Nobel Prize winner in Economic Sciences 2001.
• Hernan del Valle – Director of the European Climate Foundation.
• Maria Chiara Carrozza – Former Italian Minister of Education, university professor, and expert in engineering and scientific research.
• Karin Bolin – Director of Humana People to People Italia.

Opportunity for International Students
The Festival offers a unique opportunity for students to experience the Italian “Green Valley” first-hand. The program includes:

Study Tour “Factories of Sustainability”: Visits to leading Italian companies that have successfully implemented circular economy and sustainable practices.
Top-level Conferences: Access to keynotes and panels with international experts, including environmental economist Pavan Sukhdev and hydrologist Guenter Blöschl.

Academy Grant (Scholarship)

• We are offering 300 grants for selected university students. The grant covers:
• Accommodation for the entire duration of the stay (options from 3 to 6 days).
  Meals (lunches and dinners).
• Transfers to and from the companies during the Study Tour.

(Please note: Travel expenses to/from Parma are not included.)

We believe this could be a valuable educational experience for your students, allowing them to network with peers and professionals from across Europe.

For more details, please find the full call for applications and the information kit attached. For your convenience, here is the link for the application: International Academy – Green Economy Festival.

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We would like to inform our students about a new English-taught course offered by the Faculty of Biology, University of Warsaw, starting in the summer semester:

Zoology
lectures + laboratory classes
USOS code: 1400-122ZOO-en

This is the first time the course is offered in an English-language format. The course is available in USOS as an elective course and may be of particular interest to students of Sustainable Development and related programmes.

The course is close to being launched and currently requires a small number of additional enrollments.

Course details in USOS:
https://usosweb.uw.edu.pl/kontroler.php?_action=katalog2%2Fprzedmioty%2FpokazPrzedmiot&kod=1400-122ZOO-en

For substantive questions regarding the course, please contact the course coordinator:
dr Piotr Bernatowicz (Faculty of Biology, UW)

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Artykuł BUP Master Thesis Training 2026 – information for Master’s students pochodzi z serwisu University Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development.

In accordance to the decision of Prof. Alojzy Z. Nowak, Rector of the University of Warsaw, October 31st was declared Rector’s Day for the entire university  – it is a day off from work and teaching.

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Welcome Point invites all international (non-Polish) students of the University of Warsaw to join the Smooth Start at UW workshop!

When: October 28th, 2025 | 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Where: Volunteer Centre UW (University Library Building (BUW), Dobra 56/66)

What’s it about?

• Phases of cultural adaptation and their impact on studying abroad
• Academic communication styles in Poland – online & offline
• Cultural dimensions shaping Polish academic norms
• How feedback is given and received across cultures
• Practical skills to adjust your communication in an international environment

Studying abroad can be exciting — and sometimes challenging. This workshop will help you understand, adapt, and feel more confident in your new academic setting.

Registration & Contact

Registration form: https://forms.gle/tpKQBCeNNftehHdw9

A confirmation will be sent to qualified participants. If you do not receive feedback or have further questions, please contact: welcome.event@uw.edu.pl

Please note:

• The workshop includes group activities that may involve louder sounds and a dynamic pace. Please consider this before registering.
• Participants are required to attend the workshop from start to finish (2:00 PM – 6:00 PM). Absences are not permitted after confirming participation.
• Qualified participants must complete the project declaration form before the workshop begins.

The initiative is co-financed by The European Union funds as part of the “Welcome Point – Expanding Horizons (WP – EHo)” project. Amount of EU funding for the project: PLN 549,660.

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The Directorate of the University Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development announces that Friday, 17 October 2025, is declared a Dean’s Day, free from classes, due to the integration trip of UCBS students.

Kind regards,
UCBS Directorate

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Schedule below:

Artykuł Adaptation Day 30.09 pochodzi z serwisu University Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development.

We are inviting all new international long-term students to a special orientation events designed to help you start your journey as a member of the UW community.

During this event, you will:

• Get to know UW, learn how the University works, and what’s around you
• Discover the numerous opportunities UW offers & find out about activities you can join
• Get all the important tips and guidelines to start smoothly
• Understand what life at UW is really like and how to make the most of it
• Get useful insights about Warsaw city you’ve never heard before

When?

You have the option to attend one of the two sessions:

• Meeting in English: September 26th (Friday), start at 11:00 a.m.
  Registration form: https://forms.gle/SpCGGeuS466jfnfFA
• Meeting in Polish: September 30th (Tuesday), start at 11:00 a.m.
  Registration form: https://forms.gle/vhvHEDLN6MVhFMy16

Where?

The event will take place at Krakowskie Przedmieście 26/28 (UW Main Campus)
The exact room number will be provided to registered participants two days prior to the meetings.
If you have questions or doubts, please contact us at welcome.event@uw.edu.pl

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The Session is coming, so if you’re wondering where you could get well prepared for it or take a break between exams – we have good news for you!  We invite you to the newly opened UCBS Library – a place created especially with your scientific, educational and cultural needs in mind.

Waiting for you are, among other things:

access to an extensive book collection (completely free access),

a reading room with comfortable places for studying and individual work,

a quiet study area and a space for group work,

high-speed Internet and computer workstations,

printer and scanner at your disposal.

UCBS Library – room 1104, 1st floor, Faculty of Geology.

You are welcome from 06.06.2025!

For a key and more information, report to room 1105 or 1103!

See you at the UCBS Library – your place to study (and more)!

The library is open from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

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We publish an announcement by Prof. Alojzy Z. Nowak, the UW Rector, about the Rector’s Day on 19th May.

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