Member of the SumDU Media Center participated in the Poznań International Summer School

On 8-14 September 2023, the International Summer School “Cultural and Scientific Promotion of the University” was held at the Adam Mickiewicz University. 27 Ukrainian institutions took part. Sumy State University was presented by Julia KOVAL (a Media Center employee).

The purpose was an experience exchange between Polish and Ukrainian organizations. Here, the Adam Mickiewicz University showed its best practices and projects in research, career guidance, media, local community cooperation, etc.

In her introductory lecture, Katarzyna DZYUBALSKA-KOLONCHIK (vice-rector for scientific work) emphasized the importance of scientific activity and international ratings as institution development markers in the global educational space.

Speakers presented their heritage before Ukrainians: international cooperation, educational-public work, science festivals, summer events for students, etc. Practical cases in social network promotion, career guidance became interesting for the participants.

Among most interesting occasions, there are the Researchers’ Night Festival and the Colorful University. As scientific and entertaining educational projects for schoolchildren, their purpose is to show the university science excellence.

Speakers focused on that similar practices can be successfully implemented in Ukrainian universities. In addition, the school participants presented their universities and shared own experience of implementing various projects.

“Participation in such events is a great opportunity to gain knowledge and new experience. For me, as a Media Center specialist, it was important and interesting to hear about specific cases from Polish colleagues. Namely, how they use social networks, communicate with students and applicants, involve them in university promotion. I am sure the received information will be useful for me and my colleagues,” – said Yuliya KOVAL.

Note: There is a long-term strategic partnership agreement between SumDU and the Adam Mickiewicz University. It provides joint grant projects, academic exchange programs, double degree programs, scientific cooperation, etc.