Valentina Jović is a student of information and communication technologies at the Academy of Technical and Art Studies Belgrade (Akademija tehnicko-umetnickih strukovnih studija Beograd), Serbia. Since the beginning of November 2023, she has been attending Academia Institute of Technology as an exchange student as part of her practical training.
Valentina spent three months at Academia Institute of Technology, where the days were, as she says, a dynamic period of her personal and professional development. During the time she spent at Academia, Valentina actively contributed to two influential EU projects: Costabex and D-challengHE. The Costabex project, which addressed the mental health of Erasmus programme students, provided essential resources and fostered a sense of community. The D-challengHE project, on the other hand, focused on digital innovations and empowering educators with courses on online teaching, whilst emphasising the importance of continuous professional development. These projects highlighted Academia's commitment to addressing various aspects of student wellbeing.
"Working on these projects allowed me to connect with colleagues from different cultures. Our shared experiences brought together diverse perspectives, which created a unique and collaborative atmosphere at Academia that made the time we spent truly unforgettable."
The friendly atmosphere at Academia was another key aspect of her stay. Here she was not just a student, but part of a community where everyone was accessible and willing to help.
Academia's location in the centre of Maribor provided an excellent starting point for Valentina's exploration. The city offered a blend of old and new, where historic architecture elegantly intertwined with contemporary elements. The city is graced with a sense of authenticity that makes every corner, every cobbled street and every friendly encounter part of its unique charm.
Valentina also expressed deep admiration for Slovenian culture's strong connection with nature, the emphasis on environmental protection and the commitment to sustainable development. In her free time, she explored various natural areas in Slovenia, enjoying the diverse landscape the country had to offer.
"This is not just a place I visited, but a destination that awakened in me a genuine interest in further education and exploration of what this country has to offer."
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Source: Academia (19. 1. 2024). Fotografije: arhiv Academie.
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