September 12, 2017
Are you a CEU student with something to say about the University? Are you interested in sharing your experience of moving to and finding your way around Budapest, your quest for the quietest spot on campus, your tips on eateries in the neighborhood, or in discussing projects and initiatives you’re involved in?
CEU Student Space is a curated blog on the University website (ceu.edu) about life at CEU as seen by students, written by students, edited and managed by the Communications Office.
August 15, 2017
Now that you’ve decided to make Budapest your base for the next 10 to 50+ months, let our Alumni Scholarship Recipients help you find a place to call home in the city.
August 15, 2017
It can be all too easy to get carried away when you’re trying to squeeze your life into a suitcase and prepare for all eventualities in a new country. Luckily, there are those who have been there before you. Here are some tips from CEU’s Alumni Scholarship Recipients to make packing for the big move a bit easier for you.
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August 15, 2017
Shopping in a new country can be heaps of fun but also frustrating at times, especially if you’re yearning for a taste of home. Here are some tips from CEU’s Alumni Scholarship Recipients to make sure that you’re prepared when the cravings hit.
June 13, 2017
Did the end of the semester leave our energy drained? Did the pile of papers and assignments kill the creativity or passion of the CEU community? The answer is a resounding No! CEU came together for an “open mic” event on March 23 during the spring semester's de-stress week to have fun and let our hair down. The annual Open Mic is a fun event that brings together talented members of the CEU community, including current students, alumni, and staff.
June 13, 2017
What matters most when applying for a job with an NGO? Persistence and professionalism, according to the experts. During the annual NGO fair organized by CEU's Human Rights Initiative in March, the Career Services department at CEU hosted a panel discussion with three alumni who work in NGOs to share their experiences: Katarzyna Pabijanek (GENS '05), Marta Vetier (ENVS '07), and Balint Nemeth (SPP '16).
June 13, 2017
With the weather getting warmer, you should think about taking a short vacation to Lake Balaton if you have never been. My studies at CEU started out with a very memorable trip to the lake. Before the beginning of classes in September, students from the Department of Environmental Sciences and Policy were invited to join a three-day retreat on Lake Balaton—the largest lake in Central Europe, which is also known as the Hungarian Sea.
May 23, 2017
CEU has a relatively generous grant policy, enabling students to further their thesis research by conducting short-term research trips to institutions outside of Hungary. Trying to reduce my carbon footprint in recent years, I have strived to use ground transport rather than fly whenever it’s possible to reach my destination in under 24 hours.
May 23, 2017
Central European University has a lot to offer, both in terms of academia and a great sense of community. However, there are some amazing things at CEU that go way beyond these two. We are all aware that CEU just inaugurated two state of the art facilities right in the heart of Budapest. Apart from the academically magnanimous library and smart lecture rooms, one of the most defining features of the new buildings is the 7th floor roof garden.
May 23, 2017
When I first came to CEU, my fellow Alumni Scholarship Recipients (ASR) were some of the first people I met. The program provided a warm welcome and good introduction to student life. If you’re an incoming student this year, you should consider applying! It surprised me how many of my fellow students hadn’t heard of it, so let me tell you what the program is and what it’s like to be an Alumni Scholarship Recipient.
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