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Age Is No Barrier: University of the Third Age Seniors Shine in the Erasmus+ Programme
Tomas Bata University in Zlín has achieved another important success. It received a grant for the project Development of Digital Education for the University of the Third Age (U3A) within the Erasmus+ international mobility programme. Thanks to this, for the first...
International Week at TBU Facilitated Networking and Cultural Dialogue Across Borders
Tomas Bata University in Zlín (TBU) has successfully wrapped up its 13th International Week, organised by the International Office team and Faculty members. Under the theme "Experience the World, Enjoy the Community," the event brought together more than 20 staff...
Japanese Academic Collaboration at the Forefront at Tomas Bata University in Zlín
The second week of March at Tomas Bata University in Zlín was dedicated to strengthening cooperation with Japanese universities. Two distinguished academic delegations visited the university to present their expertise and explore opportunities for long-term...
An Internship in Lapland: “All My Stress Disappeared on the Very First Day,” Says Karolína Hlaváčková
Karolína Hlaváčková, a second-year AMP student at the Faculty of Humanities, is currently completing a work internship at the University of Lapland in Rovaniemi, Finland. How did she get the opportunity to work at an international office, what surprised her about...
Christmas Beyond Snow: An Ethiopian Perspective on Faith, Community, and Tradition
For many people in the Czech Republic, Christmas is closely connected with snow, decorated trees, gifts, and busy Christmas markets. For people coming from other parts of the world, however, the meaning of Christmas can be shaped by very different traditions....
The Chilean Ambassador Discussed the Expansion of University Cooperation at UTB
On 3 December 2025, the Ambassador of Chile, Víctor Abujatúm, visited Tomas Bata University in Zlín together with the representative of the Chilean Embassy, Mr. Máximo Cattán. The purpose of their visit was to discuss opportunities for expanding international...
Welcome Meeting for Erasmus+ Students at TBU
On Monday, 15 September 2025, more than one hundred students who arrived in Zlín within the Erasmus+ programme gathered at 12:00 in the auditorium of the Tomas Bata University in Zlín. The Welcome Meeting was organised by the International Office, with the main goal...
EXPO 2025 through the Eyes of UTB Students: Japan as a Professional and Personal Challenge
What does everyday life look like at one of the world’s biggest exhibitions? What is it like to work in an environment where technology, culture, and thousands of visitors meet every day — while learning to navigate language barriers, different work rhythms, and...
Esref Gunaydin, a former UTB exchange student won DZS Award!
We are delighted to share the exciting news that Esref Gunaydin, the oldest Erasmus+ student at Tomas Bata University, has been honored with the prestigious DZS Award for the best individual participant coming to Czechia. This recognition highlights his inspiring...
International Christmas Meetup at TBU
On December 4th, the Welcome Centre of TBU hosted a heartwarming Christmas meetup for international students, staff, and their families. The event, held in the 2nd Floor lobby of the U13 Rectorate/Library building, was a wonderful success, bringing together people...
