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St. Nicholas brings joy to our international students!

Olha Hodunova
04.12.2024

The International Relations Office and the Buddy Team joined again this year to host a traditional St. Nicholas Day celebration for our international students.

On December 2, our students had the unique chance to experience one of the Czech Republic's beloved traditions, the St. Nicholas Day. This festive occasion, marking the season of Advent, brought a warm and cheerful atmosphere to our university, as students learned about Czech customs while sharing their own holiday traditions.

The highlight of the event was, of course, the arrival of St. Nicholas, accompanied by the angel and the devil. True to tradition, they didn’t come empty-handed! Students had to complete fun and creative tasks pulled from St. Nicholas’s sock to earn their rewards. Everyone enthusiastically participated, adding to the lively and festive mood.

Delicious traditional Czech Advent treats, including sweet braided bread and Christmas cookies, were served, along with mulled wine to warm the hearts of all attendees. The event created a perfect blend of cultural Exchange and laughter, making it a memorable experience for all.

We are thrilled to have brought together students from different cultures to celebrate this cherished tradition. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event so special!

Stay tuned for more cultural events to come!