On Thursday, 26 June, the Rector’s annual awards were conferred on students who have successfully represented Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice on various occasions at home and abroad, and have contributed to spreading its good name. A total of thirty students from various study programmes were recognised for their outstanding academic achievements, scientific results, exceptional publication activity in renowned professional journals, and significant sporting achievements.
The annual award ceremony took place in the Large Meeting Room of the University’s Rector’s Office in the presence of the Rector, prof. MUDr. Daniel Pella, PhD.; Vice-Rector for Undergraduate and Lifelong Learning, JUDr. Ľudmila Elbert, PhD.; and Vice-Rector for International Relations, Dr. h. c. prof. Mgr. Mgr. Slávka Tomaščíková, PhD.
The official part was followed by an informal discussion between students and members of the university management, who were interested in various insights regarding teaching and extracurricular activities at UPJŠ. Rector Daniel Pella emphasized that the voice of students carries weight today, unlike in the past when this was not always the case. He noted that students now hold significant decision-making powers as members of academic senates, and other students are also encouraged to propose changes.
During the meeting, students expressed that they perceived more open communication between the university management and students, as well as a clear effort to support them on various levels. They also appreciated the material support for student activities through their societies, focusing not only on sports but also on the organization of festivals and other events. They confirmed a shift in the status of students within the teaching process and noted greater acceptance by teachers. At the same time, they put forward proposals that will be addressed by the UPJŠ management.
The following award-winning students have contributed to spreading the good name of UPJŠ:
Faculty of Medicine
Buček Patrik
Hutka Dominik
Hlebašková Sofia Alexandra
Bugoš Adam
Hurtišová Martina
Novotná Rebeka
Burdová Tereza
Komanová Erika
Beráneková Sofia
Lévay Ján
Halász Oliver
Vančo František
Faculty of Science
Baluchová Zuzana
Pavlovič Adam
Faculty of Law
Bc. Géciová Dominika
Melega Jaroslav
Senčák Kristián
Garančovská Lenka
Krestian Dárius
Kopaničák Pavol
Fakulty of Public Administration
Pisák Patrick
Vasylenko Veronika
Peresunko Oleksandr
Faculty of Arts
Kelbelová Emma
Turisová Michaela
Bc. Grich René
Gerová Barbora
Department of Physical Education and Sport
Yemelianova Marharyta
Panchokha Kostiantyn
Mačejová Veronika
We would like to congratulate all the awarded students and wish them many more successes in their studies or work.
