ČZU Welcome Centre for International Scholars and Researchers

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ČZU Welcome Centre for International Scholars and Researchers

The CZU Welcome Center for International Scholars provides assistance to our international employees.

08/05/2026

On May 8th, the country observes Den vítězství (Victory Day) to commemorate the end of World War II in Europe in 1945. 🕊️

It is a profound day dedicated to honoring peace, freedom, and the sacrifices made to liberate the former Czechoslovakia. Across the country today, you will see Czech flags flying proudly and wreaths laid at local memorials. 🕯️

...And on a slightly less historical note, you will also notice securely locked supermarket doors and public transport taking a bit of a breather today. 🛒🚋 (We hope you bought your groceries yesterday!)

Enjoy the peaceful day off! 🌸

📸 Photo credit: Profimedia.cz

04/05/2026

🇨🇿🤝🇵🇱 Hosting colleagues from SGGW!
We were delighted to welcome a delegation from the Warsaw University of Life Sciences (SGGW) to our Prague campus for two days full of sharing ideas and experiences.
From exchanging best practices at EURAXESS to a (rainy but lovely ☔) campus tour—including the greenhouse, Welcome Centre, brewery, and Food Pavilion—the visit was packed with inspiration.
Day two brought insightful presentations, discussions on internationalization, and a great Q&A with our international PhD students 🌍
A big thank you to our Polish colleagues for the visit—we’re looking forward to future collaborations!

01/05/2026

A day of protests, parades… and a kiss under a cherry tree? 🇨🇿

May 1st in the Czech Republic has a fascinating double identity:
🌸 The Romance: It’s also the Czech version of Valentine’s Day. This comes from poet Karel Hynek Mácha, whose famous line “It was late evening – the first of May – the evening May – it was the time of love” made May 1st all about romance 💕 Thanks to his poem, couples kiss under blooming cherry trees (especially on Petřín Hill) to keep their love alive.

🔨 The History: It’s International Workers’ Day, inspired by the 1886 Chicago strikes. The first Czech celebration took place in Prague in 1890.
The Communist Era Twist: During socialism, May Day became a massive, almost mandatory show of loyalty. Schools and workplaces organized parades (průvody), and skipping without a valid excuse could get you in trouble

It’s a public holiday, but most stores stay open.
From compulsory parades to poetic kisses—May 1st here is truly iconic.
How are you celebrating? 🌹

30/04/2026

Ever heard of a tree that needs bodyguards?
Welcome to Májka season in the Czech Republic!
Every April 30th (Walpurgis Night), villages raise a tall, stripped tree decorated with ribbons and a wreath at the top. It’s a symbol of life, love, and good vibes for the whole community 🌿—basically the village’s way of saying “new beginnings, please!”
But here’s the twist: rival villages might try to steal or cut it down. So locals literally stay up all night guarding it like it’s VIP property. Lose your májka? Major village embarrassment.
Oh—and rumor has it, secret couples might get “exposed” by chalk paths drawn between their houses 👀
Tradition, drama, romance… and a tree.

29/04/2026

Are you ready for the most magical night of the year? Tomorrow, April 30th, Czechia lights up for Pálení čarodějnic (The Burning of the Witches)!
This centuries-old tradition, also known as Walpurgis Night, is all about protection, community, and celebrating the end of the cold months. Here is everything you need to know:
🧐 What’s it all about?
The Legend: Ancient folklore says that on this night, evil powers are at their strongest. To protect themselves and their livestock, people lit huge bonfires on hills to drive the witches away.
The Symbolism: we burn straw and rag effigies of witches to symbolically say “goodbye” to winter and welcome the warmth of spring. 🌷
The Vibe: Think of it as the “Czech Halloween”—but with way more fire and grilled sausages!
How to celebrate like a local:
Head to a local bonfire (Ladronka Park in Prague is legendary!) to see the witch effigy go up in flames.
Roast “Buřty”: No Čarodějnice is complete without roasting sausages over the open embers. 🥖
Dress Up: Many kids (and fun-loving adults!) wear witch or wizard costumes.

23/04/2026

A Journey Through Time 🚋✨
Last Sunday, we explored with our researchers and their families the Střešovice Transport Museum, where history came alive—from vintage trams and trolleybuses to even a historic horse-drawn tram. One of the highlights inside was seeing the children step into the role of drivers, excitedly trying out the driver’s seat for themselves.
The adventure continued with a truly special experience: a ride on a working 1920 tram through sunny Prague. With wooden interiors and open windows, we enjoyed beautiful views of the castle, Malá Strana, and the Vltava as the city passed by.
Along the way, we heard fascinating stories—from the symbolic timing behind Charles Bridge’s foundation to the events of the Velvet Revolution on Národní třída.
Thank you to everyone who joined us—more adventures coming soon!

01/04/2026

🌸🐣 Welcome Centre Easter Party 🐣🌸

On Friday, March 27th, the CZU Library briefly pressed pause on its “strictly quiet” rule as we hosted our Welcome Centre Easter Party—and what a celebration it was! Around 50 international researchers, PhD students, and their families swapped research papers for willow branches and paintbrushes, transforming the space into a lively workshop of Czech spring traditions through pomlázka weaving and kraslice decorating.🌿🎨 🥚

The children kept themselves busy throughout the afternoon with games and crafts prepared especially for them.

Our researchers even successfully recited the Czech Easter carol, then got competitive during the Easter Quiz 🧠🐰. Winners earned prizes after proving their knowledge of traditional treats like mazanec and beránek.

Speaking of treats, we also enjoyed homemade traditional Easter dishes prepared by the Welcome Centre team—almost every crumb disappeared!

Thank you to everyone who joined us—already looking forward to next time! 💐

Special thanks to our volunteers Dani and Katy 🙌💖

20/03/2026

Spring Equinox 🌿✨
Astronomically, the first day of spring arrives on Friday, March 20, 2026, at exactly 3:46 p.m. On this day, the Sun rises exactly in the east and sets exactly in the west. Day and night are equal in length, and in a beautiful global symmetry, the Sun rises at the South Pole while setting at the North Pole at the very same moment. Another lovely detail: World Sparrow Day also falls on this date. 🐦
Today, day and night stand in perfect balance — a quiet reminder that harmony is always possible. As nature awakens, so can we.
In Czech tradition, this shift is symbolized by Vynášení Morany — the ritual of „carrying out Morana“, the goddess of winter and death. The effigy of Death is taken out of the village with ceremonial songs and then thrown into water, burned, or buried. Afterwards, people would scatter and run back, believing that whoever arrived last might not live to see the next year.
By letting her go, people welcome warmth, life, and the renewal of spring. 🌸
Maybe we can do the same — release what no longer serves us and make space for growth, light, and new beginnings.

18/03/2026

🐰 Join the Welcome Centre Easter Party!🌷

This special event only happens once every two years! It's open to our international employees, their families, and international PhD students.

🗓️ When: Friday, 27th March at 15:00
📍 Where: CZU Library, Seminar Room SIC 259

What's waiting for you:

🎨 Egg and gingerbread decorating, Easter stick crafting, and a kids' craft corner
🥧 Homemade traditional Czech treats (Mazanec, Beránek, Velikonoční nádivka)
🎁 Fun games with prizes
👉 Don't forget to sign up! The registration link is in our BIO. 🔗

13/03/2026

🇨🇿✨ Czech language courses start next week!

Ready to learn the language of “Ahoj”, “Děkuji”, and maybe even a few tongue-twisters? 😄
The Czech language courses of the Welcome Centre for International Scholars are starting next week, and we can’t wait to see you there!
Come learn useful phrases for everyday life, and discover more about Czech culture along the way. 📚
Whether you’re starting from “dobrý den” or already know a few words, you’re more than welcome to join us.
Join us and take your first (or next) step into the Czech language! 🇨🇿💬

17/02/2026

Visit to the Historical Wastewater Treatment Plant in Bubeneč with the Welcome Centre for International Scholars 🌍

Even freezing February weather couldn’t stop us from exploring this incredible piece of industrial history. Though out of operation since 1967, the plant is beautifully preserved — from massive pumps to intricate machinery — giving us a real glimpse into how Prague once kept its waters clean.

A 1940s archival film, a boat ride through the underground canal, and a walk through the dark tunnels made the experience unforgettable. 🚤✨

It was a powerful reminder that every flush relies on hidden engineering beneath our feet. Already looking forward to our next adventure together!

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