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University of Ljubljana at the Study in Europe fair in Tirana
Together with other Slovenian public universities, in cooperation with the Study in Slovenia initiative, the University of Ljubljana presented study opportunities at the Study in Europe fair in Tirana, Albania, on October 11, 2025. The event, attended by many high school and university students, aimed to promote European universities and study abroad options.
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High interest in studies at the University of Ljubljana at the Student World Online sub-Saharan Africa Postgrad Fair
The University of Ljubljana participated in the online FPP fair for the Sub-Saharan region, held on October 15. During the fair, interested candidates from the region could visit the University of Ljubljana’s virtual stand, which featured brochures, videos, and information about studying at the university. There was also an option for direct communication with the university through the chat option, which further encouraged many candidates to inquire about studies at the university.
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The benefits of studying in Slovenia - University of Ljubljana at the Virtual fair in Bulgaria
Organized by the Integral World Education Fair, we participated in a virtual fair in Bulgaria.
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University of Ljubljana at the 15th UNSA Study Expo
The 15th UNSA Study Expo scholarship fair was held at the University of Sarajevo on 23 October, bringing together 48 exhibitors – universities, embassies, and international organizations – from 21 countries. One of the participants was also University of Ljubljana.
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University of Ljubljana receives funding for the new Faculty of Pharmacy building
The University of Ljubljana has signed a funding agreement for the new UL Faculty of Pharmacy building, which will be integrated into the university’s Brdo campus. This important step signals the realisation of the university’s long-term vision of having state-of-the-art, functional and technologically advanced infrastructure capable of fostering high-quality educational, research and technical activities in the pharmacy field.
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University of Ljubljana Senate confirms the appointment of Professor Dr Maja Klun to the post of Vice-Rector
At an ordinary session held on 21 October 2025, the University of Ljubljana Senate confirmed that Professor Maja Klun from the Faculty of Public Administration (UL FU) will serve a four-year term as Vice-Rector ending in 2029. Professor Klun will begin her term of office on 1 November 2025, and have responsibility for the area of digitalisation and knowledge transfer.
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Guidelines on Ethical Conduct in Scientific Publishing to support good publishing practices
On 30 September 2025, the University of Ljubljana (UL) adopted Guidelines on Ethical Conduct in Scientific Publishing, which aim to support good publishing practices among all members of our academic community.
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The University of Ljubljana presents four major interdisciplinary research projects worth over EUR 10 million
At a press conference today, the University of Ljubljana (UL) unveiled four internationally groundbreaking interdisciplinary research projects, which will receive a total of more than EUR 10 million in funding over the next five years. The projects were selected through an internal call for proposals issued by the UL, aimed at fostering cooperation among its member faculties and strengthening research excellence and international visibility.
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Construction of the Vrazov Trg campus in its final phase: Next year, students and researchers will move into the new premises of the UL Faculty of Medicine
The construction of the new Vrazov Trg I campus of the Faculty of Medicine, University of Ljubljana (UL MF), is progressing successfully and is nearing its final phase. The building – the first university project in Slovenia to receive the prestigious DGNB Gold sustainability certificate – will soon provide students and researchers with modern, energy-efficient and sustainably designed spaces for teaching, research and collaboration. This is one of the most financially ambitious projects that Slovenia will complete by 2026, supported by European funds under the Recovery and Resilience Plan.
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EUTOPIA Ideas Club in Ljubljana: European Values in Action
The University of Ljubljana proudly hosted the third edition of the EUTOPIA Ideas Club, a student-led, multilingual debate initiative that fosters European identity and inclusive citizenship. The Ideas Club is designed to raise awareness of European values by promoting intercultural understanding and participatory dialogue across borders. The event was organized in collaboration with EUTOPIA Connected Community Working with University Students for Inclusion, Solidarity and Citizen Participation in the EU. 30 students from all partner universities participated in the event.
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The recipients of the highest national prizes and awards in the field of science for 2025 have been announced
The Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Dr Igor Papič, and the President of the Committee of the Republic of Slovenia for the Awarding of Prizes and Awards for Outstanding Achievements in Scientific Research and Development, Prof. Dr Nataša Vaupotič, have announced this year’s recipients of the highest national prizes and awards in the field of science. The recipients include several scientists from the University of Ljubljana.
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The University of Ljubljana maintains its position in the ARWU and THE World University Rankings
The University of Ljubljana (UL) has maintained its ranking from last year, placing among universities ranked between 501st and 600th in the 2025 ARWU publication of the world’s best universities (also known as the Shanghai Ranking). At the same time, it has retained its position in the group of universities ranked between 801st and 1000th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026 (THE WUR) for the sixth consecutive year. This places the UL in the top half of the world’s best universities, particularly noteworthy given that the total number of ranked institutions has increased by five percent compared to last year.
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Meeting between the Marshal of the Polish Senate Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska and Polish language students at the University of Ljubljana
On 7 October 2025, the Marshal of the Polish Senate, Małgorzata Kidawa-Błońska, visited the University of Ljubljana (UL). During her visit, she met with Polish language students in the Assembly Hall and learned about the opportunities for interlingual and intercultural cooperation between the UL and Polish universities and institutions.
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Freshers’ welcome and the official start of the 2025/2026 academic year
On Wednesday, 1 October, the University of Ljubljana (UL) and its Student Council (ŠS UL) held their traditional event in Congress Square to welcome new students to the academic community. The attendees were welcomed by the Rector of the University of Ljubljana, Prof. Dr Gregor Majdič, the President of the UL Student Council, Maksim Miklič, and the Mayor of the City of Ljubljana, Zoran Janković. They were joined by the deans of the 23 faculties and three academies of the University of Ljubljana – the oldest and most successful higher education and research institution in Slovenia. Jet Black Diamonds and Koala Voice provided the excellent musical atmosphere to the event.
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The University of Ljubljana and the City of Ljubljana join forces to green bus shelters
As part of the NOO ULTRA project, the University of Ljubljana (UL), in cooperation with the UL Botanical Garden, carried out the greening of two Ljubljana Passenger Transport (LPP) bus shelters near Ljubljana Zoo on Thursday, 2 October 2025.
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Inauguration of Prof. Dr Gregor Majdič at the beginning of his second term as the Rector of the University of Ljubljana
A ceremony was held today in the Assembly Hall of the Rector’s Office of the University of Ljubljana (UL) to inaugurate Prof. Dr Gregor Majdič as the Rector of the UL upon the beginning of his second term of office. Prof. Dr Gregor Majdič thus became the second Rector in the history of the UL to be entrusted with two mandates – alongside Prof. Dr Jože Mencinger. The keynote speaker was the Rector of the Ca' Foscari University of Venice, Prof. Dr Tiziana Lippiello.
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How to Improve the Position of Young Carers?
Across Europe, thousands of children and young people care for ill, disabled, or addicted family members – often in silence and without recognition. Young carers represent a vulnerable and frequently overlooked group whose needs are too often neglected in public policies. The path toward including their voices in policy-making is being opened by the international project OUR VOICES, implemented by the Faculty of Social Sciences at the University of Ljubljana.
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Fourth annual Dr Uroš Seljak Prizes and Commendations for the best scientific publications by students
For the fourth consecutive year, the University of Ljubljana has presented the Dr Uroš Seljak Prizes and Commendations for the best scientific publications by students in the first and second cycles of study in Slovenia. The call for applications is announced annually by the University of Ljubljana (UL) in cooperation with the American Slovenian Education Foundation (ASEF).
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EUTOPIA_HEALTH hackathon: innovative solutions to health and nutrition challenges
In September, University of Ljubljana hosted the EUTOPIA_HEALTH hackathon, bringing together researchers, students, and innovation experts from universities, participating within project EUTOPIA_HEALTH. The event aimed to co-create innovative health and nutrition solutions in collaboration with Roche Slovenia and Juicy Marbles.
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Prof. Dr. Gregor Dolinar elected Vice-President of the Steering Comittee of the EUTOPIA Global Institute
Last August, prof. dr. Gregor Dolinar was elected Vice-President of Steering Commitee of EUTOPIA Global Institute. The election of Prof. Dr. Gregor Dolinar to the Strategic Council supports the University of Ljubljana's strategic commitment to developing infrastructure at the international level.
