Society and culture

Christmas in Hungary

Every country has its unique Christmas traditions and Hungary is no exception as well. Throughout the centuries, Hungary was influenced by a multitude of customs that has shaped the way we celebrate Christmas today. In this article, we review the most important elements of the holiday season in Hungary.

What is the future of the mighty pen and handwriting?

In our daily rush, we aren’t so conscious of sketching a shopping list or short message on a postcard. But when did you write longhand the last time? If you’re a typist, do yourself a favour and take a look at these key benefits of handwriting. Pick up a pad of paper and a pen to take some handwritten notes!

Meet our senior alumni – an interview with pianist Basak Dilara Özdemir-Lakatos

As the last part of our alumni interviews you can read the story of Basak Dilara Özdemir-Lakatos, who is a former student of Liszt Academy and a brilliant pianist and composer. She also works at the Hungarian State Opera, where she accompanies the ballet dancers on the piano. In this interview formerly made by the Tempus Public Foundation’s International Alumni Team she talked about the beginnings, the challenges and why she loves Hungary so much.

Meet our Senior Alumni – An interview with paediatrician MD Abdulrahman Abdulrab Mohamed

Get inspired by the stories of our alumni! This time you can read a former interview with paediatrician MD Abdulrahman Abdulrab Mohamed, who was the doctor of the Year in 2016. He has been living in the Hungarian town, Gyula for more than 20 years now. He talked about the beginnings, his job, community work and the motivations that made him choose Hungary as his home country.

Meet our Senior Alumni – An interview with Dr. Luis Fernando Murillo

Get inspired by the stories of our alumni! In the next few weeks you can read three interviews that were previously made with our senior alumni members. First meet Dr. Luis Fernando Murillo, a genuine world citizen, who lived, studied and taught in numerous countries all around the world. He found his home in Hungary as a professor and also as a Stipendium Hungaricum student at ELTE. The interview was made by our international alumni volunteer Zahar Akkad.

Sour cherry – the taste of the summer

Small red berries hanging in bunches from the trees - cherry can surely be found in most gardens in Hungary. Growing from June to August, it is among the most popular fruits of the summer. This time the “Ingredient of the month” is the sour cherry. 
 

 

Summer school? Come to Hungary!

It’s only spring now, but it’s time to plan your summer already! The summer at Hungarian universities will be full of life: join one of the universities’ Hungarian language summer schools and have a great summer in Hungary!

50 Delicacies on Earth

The international recipe book of the University of Pécs

The University of Pécs has published a special recipe book with recipes from international students. The book introduces dishes from 50 different countries from Algeria to Vietnam.