On 14 November, the University of Warsaw hosted a hybrid Networking Event dedicated to students and graduates of the Sustainable Development programme and the MERGED – Global Environment and Development programme, both offered by the University Centre for Environmental Studies and Sustainable Development (UCBS).

The event was attended by over 40 students from 19 countries, who had the opportunity to meet with representatives from academia, non-governmental organizations, the private sector, and partner institutions..

The aim of the event was to strengthen the link between academic learning and professional practice, as well as to foster collaboration between students, alumni, employers, and institutions working in the field of sustainable development. Participants had the opportunity to learn about current sustainability initiatives, exchange experiences, and discuss emerging challenges and opportunities for future cooperation. The meeting also highlighted the achievements of UCBS graduates, many of whom are now recognised experts and practitioners in the field, demonstrating how academic education and real-world experience can work together to drive positive change. The event featured speakers representing both national and international organisations:

• Institute for Sustainable Development Foundation – Dr Wojciech Szymalski
• Envirly – Dr Weronika Czaplewska
• Envirly – Daria Trufanova
• Polish Center for International Aid (PCPM) – Michał Kulpiński
• Danone Poland – Arkadiusz Żmudziński
• Danone Poland – Berenika Pel
• Copenhagen Fashion Week – Kinga Kopka (online)
• Independent Consultant – Gabriella Uberna (online)

The event created a valuable space for knowledge sharing, inspiration, and networking, laying the groundwork for future collaboration and joint efforts in the area of sustainable development.

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We are delighted to announce the grand opening of a new staff room at UCBS.

This event highlights our university’s commitment to creating comfortable conditions for employees and students. The new staff room is a place where you can rest, relax, and recharge your batteries for the challenges ahead.

This unique space is equipped with many amenities, including a dishwasher, refrigerator, TV, board games, coffee machine, and much more.

We cordially invite everyone to use this modern and friendly space!

The common room is located in room 3116 on the third floor of the Faculty of Geology.

Dear Student,

Congratulations on your admission to the University of Warsaw! We are delighted to welcome you as one of our newly admitted international students and are eager to support you on your exciting academic journey in Poland. To help you prepare for your arrival and ensure a smooth transition, Welcome Point UW is organizing the “Pre-Welcome Days”.

The Pre-Welcome Days have been specifically designed to provide essential information and guidance to international students, like yourself, before you embark on your studies at our esteemed university. These sessions will be held online, allowing you to participate from the comfort of your current location, and will be conducted in English to ensure effective communication for all participants.

Event Details:

– Date: 6th August (Wednesday) & 9th September (Tuesday).

– Time: 10:00 CET

Agenda:

During the Pre-Welcome Days, you can expect to receive valuable insights and information on the following key topics:

1. Preparing for Your Arrival in Poland: We will guide you through the essential steps you need to take before you depart for Poland, including travel arrangements, required documents, and useful tips to ease your transition.
2. University of Warsaw Dormitories: Get acquainted with the various dormitory options offered by the University of Warsaw and learn how to apply for accommodation, ensuring a comfortable stay during your academic pursuit.
3. Legalisation of Stay and Visa Issues: Our experts will provide detailed information about the legal requirements and procedures for obtaining the necessary visas, ensuring your legal status during your stay in Poland.

To register for the Pre-Welcome day please use the registration link and select the date that best suits your availability: https://forms.gle/6kJLQRCmq2mhPDABA 

The meeting link will be sent to the registered participants one day prior to the meeting.

Please keep an eye on your email for further updates of the Pre-Welcome Days.

If you have any questions, feel free to contact the “Welcome Point UW” via the email : welcome.event@uw.edu.pl

The BUP is pleased to announce the fourth edition of the Master Thesis Training (MTT). This event is an opportunity for master students to join an interdisciplinary and intercultural environment. Participants will receive supervision from an expert on their thesis, develop connections with students from all around the Baltic Sea Region and become better acquainted with academic perspectives.

The Master Thesis Training will take place on 24-27 March 2025 in Uppsala.

The event will accept participants from BUP participating universities who are studying towards a master’s degree and are working on their thesis during the spring term of 2025. The content of the thesis should be within sustainability science and from a Baltic Sea Region perspective. The Master Thesis Training will be held with a main focus on-site in Uppsala, however, there will also be a limited number of spots for online participants who are not able to attend in person (e.g. priority for online participation will be given to Ukrainian male students who can’t travel).

Previous editions of the Master Thesis Training have been highly rated by those who participated, receiving a rating of 9.2/10 in both 2023 and 2024 with students remarking that the event was helpful for them in improving their thesis. 

The deadline to apply is 26 January 2025.

Read more about the event on the BUP website.

fot: Emma Stockvall Carlsson

On October 1, in connection with the ceremonial inauguration of the academic year at the University of Warsaw, a rector’s day is in effect throughout the university.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the successful Erasmus Mundus – the pioneer initiative leading to the joint delivery of higher education Masters programmes in cooperation with international partners, and aimed at attracting in Europe top talents from around the world.

On 27-28 May, We are attending the ‘Beyond Borders and Boundaries’ conference in Brussels as the MERGED programme coordinator. As national coordinator, UCBS Director- Mariola Zalewska, PhD participated.

Students, alumni, higher education institutions, policymakers, and stakeholders are coming together to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Erasmus Mundus programme and reflect on its future. The Erasmus Mundus programme has increased global educational exchange and cooperation in Europe. Launched in 2004 as a stand-alone programme, it is now an integral part of the international dimension of Erasmus+, enhancing the attractiveness of European higher education and attracting talent from around the world to Europe.

We are experiencing this at MERGED!

To celebrate the anniversary, I encourage you to read the results of the study ’20 Years of Erasmus Mundus,’ which highlights the transformative impact of the programme on individuals, higher education institutions, and countries in the European Union and beyond. The study provides a historical overview of the programme’s evolution and a detailed analysis of its broad impact.

Photo. The top 15 countries by HEI participation in EM Master’s projects (2024-2023).

Dear International Students,
Welcome Point would like to invite you to informative meetings on how to legalize your stay in Poland.

You may choose between two options – May, 8th (on-site meeting) and May, 14th (online event).
Prior registration: https://forms.gle/A9gciFyS7GyHEZNa8

This workshop is:

• provided in English
• free of charge

More details are available on the website: https://welcome.uw.edu.pl/legalisation-of-stay-in-poland…/
If you have any questions, please contact us at welcome.event@uw.edu.pl