The International Week will delve into the theme "Universities for Gen Z: Modern Tools for Education and Research," focusing on how educational institutions can adapt to the needs and preferences of Generation Z. This event aims to equip academic and non-academic staff with the knowledge and skills to leverage modern tools and methodologies for enhanced education and research. Workshops will be held on 21-24 October and are open to interested MENDELU academics and staff. All workshops are in English. Monday 21st October 9:30 am, aula in building A Panel discussion: Universities for Gen Z: modern tools for education and research Mgr. Rastislav Zábojník, PhD. (University of St. Cyril and Methodius in Trnava) Mgr. Ondřej Konečný, Ph.D. (FRRMS MENDELU) Tuesday 22nd October dean's office boardroom FBE in building Q 9:30 Workshop: Practical session for IRO/ Best practices: Effective procedures and modern tools for administrative support of students outside EU. 10:00 Workshop: Experience from a Year in the USA with a Fulbright Scholarship Mgr. Martin Lakomý, Ph.D. 11:00 Workshop: Enter the AI era: how to start and navigate the possibilities Ing. Mgr. Jana Dannhoferová, Ph.D. 13:30 Workshop: Dealing with the Challenges of Teaching Gen Z doc. Ing. Jana Turčínková, Ph.D. & Ing. Michal Pšurný, Ph.D. Thursday 24th October rector´s office boardroom 8:30 Workshop: Teaching Gen Z Diverse Groups – Czech and International Students Mgr. Lenka Zouhar Ludvíková, Ph.D. & Mgr. David Kryštof, Ph.D., PCC 9:50 Workshop: Sustainability of Higher Education Institutions Ing. Sylvie Formánková, Ph. D.
Calendar of events
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05Jul
Daylilies
5. 7. 2025 – 6. 7. 20259:00 – 18:00Botanická zahrada a arboretum -
13Jul
Mendel festival 2025
13. 7. 2025 – 20. 7. 2025University Campus at Bohunice, Abbey -
05Sep
The Festival of Science and Technology
5. 9. 2025 – 7. 9. 20259:00 – 18:00Area BVV, Hall A1 -
23Sep
Opening of Building D
23. 9. 2025MENDELU, building D -
27Sep
MENDELU Run
27. 9. 202510:00Botanická zahrada a arboretum MENDELU -
17Oct
The colours of autumn
17. 10. 2025 – 19. 10. 20259:00 – 18:00Botanická zahrada a arboretum