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Higher education is now a near-essential component of life in the developed world. The job market is more competitive than ever, while economic, social, and environmental conditions are in constant flux. In this high-paced world, young people need guidance and sufficient educational resources to help them reach their career goals. World-class higher education establishments thrive in an environment […]

The faculty of the University of New York in Prague participates in collaborative scientific ventures all over the world. Our educators are visionaries and thought pioneers who provide exceptional instruction, and their research informs their teaching, brings imaginative concepts into the classroom, and motivates UNYP students to achieve the highest results.  Dr. Michaela Slussareff teaches sociology […]

As I write these thoughts, we collectively co-exist in the unsettling and unending chaos of COVID-19. This global, invisible enemy leaves illness and death in its seemingly indiscriminate wake, with little freedom of movement or from fear. Our collective and individual responses might depend on where we live (the geographic lottery), what natural supports we […]

In the Czech Republic, Easter is celebrated on a set of dates, though every year it will be the first Sunday after the first spring moon – the cultural tradition has remained the same since pagan times. However, Easter will look very different this year for many people across the country. As the Czech national quarantine continues, all […]

I lecture at several universities in the Czech Republic and abroad, and teach multiple courses that are related to Africa in one way or another (for instance, at UNYP I teach African Politics and Society). People frequently ask me “why Africa?” and this complex question requires a complex response. I believe that as human beings, we […]

This year’s pandemic has created significant challenges for people and economies all over the world. The circumstances have put millions of people out of work, because unfortunately many jobs cannot be done from a home office. Of course, a lot of these jobs will come back once we overcome the crisis, but if you are at the point of considering your future career or looking into changing your current career, it certainly doesn’t hurt to consider which jobs are ideal for a […]

The entire community of the University of New York in Prague has been homebound for weeks due to the Covid-19 quarantine. Our students, faculty and staff have put a lot of energy and resources into the transition to virtual learning, teaching and operations, and slowly but surely, we have reached the end of this unusual Spring semester. With finals around the corner and the continuing state of global uncertainty, […]

The new coronavirus has interrupted the world’s usual flow of activity. Prague’s universities, schools, shopping centers, cultural and entertainment venues must remain closed until the end of the Czech national quarantine. Our city’s landmarks and streets are empty. UNYP students and professors are continuing the spring semester online. All UNYP departments are now operating from home office. Studying or working […]

The University of New York in Prague remains fully operational with appropriate measures to protect the health of our students, faculty, and staff. The university management is in contact with the Czech government and health care leaders, and continues to take all available data and information into consideration. We are updating the UNYP community regularly and will keep you informed of any additional actions. […]

Dear UNYP Community, It has been an extremely challenging week all over the world. Our UNYP family has worked to transition the delivery of our courses (as well as our other services) to students and staff online while learning about the fast-growing COVID-19 pandemic affecting our lives, families, and work. The UNYP management has been […]