1-5 July 2024
The International Relations Office of the University of Sarajevo organised the 11th International Staff Training Week from 1 to 5 July 2024, hosting 43 participants from 24 higher education institutions across 14 European countries. The event aimed to foster international networking, strengthen Erasmus+ cooperation, and enhance the mobility of students and staff for professional development and intercultural exchange.
Participants:
- Alexandru Ioan Cuza University in Iasi, Romania
- Budapest Metropolitan University, Hungary
- Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-Nuremberg, Germany
- Institut National Polytechnique de Toulouse (Toulouse INP), France
- Isparta University of Applied Sciences, Turkey
- Middle East Technical University, Turkey
- Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń, Poland
- Ondokuz Mayis University, Turkey
- Philipps University of Marburg, Germany
- Saarland University, Germany
- Polytechnic University of Santarém, Portugal
- Sofia University of St. Kliment Ohridski, Bulgaria
- University of Beaux-Arts de Paris, France
- University of Barcelona, Spain
- University of Bologna, Italy
- University of Liechtenstein, Liechtenstein
- University of Limoges, France
- University of Maribor, Slovenia
- University of Paris Nanterre, France
- University of South Bohemia, Czech Republic
- University of Warsaw, Poland
- University of West Bohemia, Czech Republic
- University of Paris 8, France
- Vytautas Magnus University, Lithuania
The opening day featured a welcome by Prof. Dr. Enita Nakaš, Vice-Rector for International Cooperation, and a presentation by Mr. Adnan Rahimić, Senior Expert Associate, highlighting UNSA’s internationalisation strategy and partnerships, followed by a cultural tour of Sarajevo.
The second day included two key sessions: one on the European University Alliance EUPeace, presented by Prof. Nakaš, and a dynamic “Speed Dating” session where all participating universities introduced their institutions and mobility opportunities. Representatives of EUPeace member universities—Philipps University of Marburg, University of West Bohemia, and University of Limoges—also joined, fostering alliance dialogue and cooperation.
On the third day, the session “Erasmus Gone Wrong” was held at Europe House, led by Mr. Adnan Rahimić and Dr. Jasna Bošnjović, addressing key challenges in Erasmus+ implementation and sharing best practices. Topics included transparency in selection, administrative barriers, visa and housing issues, intercultural adaptation, and post-mobility recognition.
The fourth day featured three sessions: Mental Health and Communication by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Gorana Sulejmanpašić, focusing on student well-being; a workshop on encouraging non-teaching staff to join mobilities; and a certificate ceremony for participants.
The final day included a study visit to Mostar, hosted by the University “Džemal Bijedić”, where participants explored student projects, visited Fortica Hill and the Old Bridge, and experienced Herzegovina’s culture and hospitality.
The 11th Staff Training Week once again showcased Sarajevo as an open, collaborative, and inspiring academic hub, reinforcing the University of Sarajevo’s role as a leading regional partner in international cooperation.
