List of articles from archive in month: April 2013
Graduation Ceremony of the Faculty of Law
On a cold morning in April, I had the opportunity to experience a traditional Czech graduation ceremony ('promoce') in the historical building of Karolinum. The students in this ceremony were graduating from the Faculty of Law at Charles University in Prague, having obtained a masters degree.
Olivia Boulton, 24 April 2013
Faculty of Arts Ball
When first asked to attend a ball and write an article on it, I was both excited and apprehensive. My confession to never having danced before was met with surprise from some Czech students, for whom it is common to learn these classical dances when they are around the age of sixteen or seventeen.
Olivia Boulton , 15 April 2013
Carnival of Venice
We have spoken to Elena Battaglia, a History of Art Erasmus student from the Ca' Foscari University in Venice, who is currently studying at the Catholic Theological Faculty of Charles University, to find out more and also to learn about her art education project “Carnival of Venice”, which Elena has prepared under the guidance of the Europe Meets School programme.
Ivana Herglová, 15 April 2013
Spring - Old Traditions and New Beginning
Grass growing, flowers blooming, and new life suggest the awaking of nature and the official start of spring. Springtime is the season in which life is at the centre of existence, it allows the idea of rebirth, rejuvenation, and regrowth. Not only is spring a celebration of new life, it is also a time of celebrating festivals and historical traditions.
Natasha Gooden, 4 April 2013