Rector’s address on Teachers’ Day
Dear colleagues, In Slovakia and neighboring Czechia, we celebrate Teachers’ Day on March 28 as the birthday of the renowned educator and philosopher Jan Amos Comenius, who authored numerous inspiring quotes. On this occasion, however, I have chosen the one that I personally find most relevant to the present day: “Let us seek a way … Continued
28. March 2026
Speech by Rector Prof. Daniel Pella on the occasion of International Women’s Day
Dear colleagues, dear students, esteemed ladies, International Women’s Day is an annual opportunity to express our deep admiration and gratitude to you. When I look at our university, I see a fascinating mosaic of female strength, integrity, and talent. It is you, respected scientists and researchers, who are pushing the boundaries of knowledge. It is … Continued
8. March 2026
Juniáles 2025: A day full of sport, fun, and friendly meetings of UPJŠ employees
On Friday, 13 June 2025, the 18th edition of the traditional Juniáles for university employees took place in the Botanical Garden of Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice. The event, full of active relaxation, fun, and meetings of university employees in a friendly atmosphere, lasted until late afternoon. Celebratory speech by prof. MUDr. Daniel Pella, … Continued
13. June 2025
UPJŠ COLLECTS 170 KG OF WAX TO MAKE TRENCH CANDLES FOR UKRAINE
In November and December 2024, a collection of wax was held at the Pavol Jozef Šafárik University in Košice to help the people of Ukraine affected by the military conflict. Thanks to the generosity of staff, students, and other donors, more than 170 kilograms of wax were collected. On 18 November 2024, the university announced … Continued
17. January 2025
Rector’s Christmas and New Year’s Greetings
Dear employees, dear colleagues, dear students, The year 2023 is drawing to a close and Christmas holidays are around the corner. It is a time of reflection and also a time of beautiful Christmas and New Year wishes. People tend to wish for happiness all the time, but I am sure you will agree with … Continued
22. December 2023