A record number of more than 2,700 registrants supported this year’s University of Pécs “Run for Cancer Cure!” charity run, contributing to the recovery of children battling cancer. The entire proceeds of HUF 8,402,500 were donated to the Eurakvilo Paediatric Oncology ans Children's Hospice Public Foundation.It was already clear during pre-registration that on 13 September a huge crowd would gather in Széchenyi Square and the city centre of Pécs for the charity run. Over 500 additional participants registered on the spot, contributing nearly HUF 2 million to Eurakvilo.
A subject close to the heart – Teaching philanthropy at university level at the University of Pécs
A unique course on giving, social responsibility, and intrinsic motivation is launched
The UP-Affiliated Elementary School and High School No.1 and the UP Green University Program launched an environmentally conscious, playful camp for the second time this year for children aged 6-10.
Within the framework of the NTP-Talent 2024. 0043 tender, 24 students from grades 1-3 of the UP-Affiliated Practical Elementary School and High School No.1 participated in a series of workshops entitled "Eco-Friends" to nurture their talent in natural sciences. Teachers Tímea Józsa and Gabriella Richter expanded the knowledge of students interested in natural sciences through experiments, observations, measurements, field exercises, and interesting and challenging activities. The collaborative group work was followed by leisure activities.
in the project “Accelerating and Enhancing Green Transition: collaboration of universities in climate adaptation” financed by Visegrad Fund
