UNU Institute is planned to be established in Kőszeg
According to a Prime Minister’s Decree published in the Hungarian Gazette (Magyar Közlöny), a new institute of the United Nations may be established in Kőszeg. The Prime Minister has tasked the Minister of Culture and Innovation and the Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade with preparing its establishment. The institute will serve as a new […]
Peace Ambassadors Training for Nelson Mandela International Day
On July 18-19, 2025, Sokhumi State University held the Ambassadors for Peace Training Seminar dedicated to Nelson Mandela International Day, under the theme: “The Role of Youth in Peacebuilding in the South Caucasus.” The event was organized by Sokhumi State University in partnership with leading NGOs in consultative status with the United Nations ECOSOC: The Universal Peace Federation (UPF), CIRID, […]
Between sound and continuity: Lockenhaus Chamber Music Festival
For the third time, the Kőszeg Synagogue became the stage for the renowned Lockenhaus Chamber Music Festival, which once again demonstrated how powerful musical encounters can be in historical locations. As one of the festival’s selected venues, the restored synagogue welcomed the celebrated pianist Julia Hamos this year. It was an afternoon that went far […]
The Synagogue will host two concerts as part of the Lockenhaus Chamber Music Festival
The Kőszeg Synagogue will host two concerts as part of the Lockenhaus Chamber Music Festival. One will take place on July 11 at 11:15 a.m. featuring pianist Tähe-Lee Liiv, and the other on July 14 featuring Julia Hamos. Tickets for the first concert are sold out, but tickets for the second concert are still available. […]
Seek peace and pursue it: Ceremonial speech by Asztrik Várszegi emeritus abbot in Kőszeg
Seek peace and pursue it As part of the 30th International Summer University program, the audience was treated to a community choir improvisation in St. Imre’s Church. This musical performance offers a meditative, prayerful experience. The choir improvisation was led by Zoltán Mizsei, church musician and researcher at iASK, with Várszegi Asztrik O.S.B., emeritus abbot, […]
Memory culture, cultural dialogue and national identities at the 30th International Summer University program
We opened Wednesday with the last panel, which examined the close relationship between diplomacy and memory culture. “Nations in Europe grapple with their pasts, particularly regarding colonialism and totalitarianism, as these memories shape national identities and influence foreign policies” – stated Izabella Agárdi (iASK), Chair of the panel. Collective memory has become increasingly important in […]
The 30th International Summer University in Kőszeg focuses on globalization and Europe
The 30th International Summer University began on Sunday and will continue until Friday at the Institute of Advanced Studies in Kőszeg. The Big E(U) Turn: Geopolitical Crossroads and the Future of the European Peace Project is the theme of this year’s conference. The Institute of Advanced Studies in Kőszeg (iASK), the Institute for European and […]
Capella Savaria: concert in the synagogue
From Bach to Bach Johann Sebastian Bach: Suite in B minor /BWV 1067/Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach: Cello concerto in B flat major /H 436/Johann Sebastian Bach: Violin Concerto in A minor /BWV 1041/ Andrea Bertalan – fluteÁgnes Pálkövi – celloZsolt Kalló – violin Supported by the Ministry of Culture and Innovation Entrance is free of charge. Venue Synagogue, KŐSZEG […]
IT’S ABOUT PEOPLE 2025: Will Artificial Intelligence Save the World or Destroy It? – The 13th Annual Conference of Europe’s Sciences and Arts Leaders and Scholars
The 13th Annual Conference of Europe’s Sciences and Arts Leaders and Scholars It’s About People 2025 will occur from March 14 to 19, 2025. It will bring together esteemed academics and experts from various fields to shed light on the challenges and opportunities social and technological resilience presents for health and sustainable development. The 13th […]
Academic Visit of IASK Director, Prof. Ferenc Miszlivetz, to Albania and Kosovo: Strengthening EU-Western Balkan Partnerships
Tirana, Durrës (Albania), and Prishtina (Kosovo) | 5th–8th March 2025 In alignment with internationalization efforts and the advancement of institutional partnerships between the EU and the Western Balkans HEI, and with a special invitation by Aleksandër Moisiu University of Durrës, Prof. Ferenc Miszlivetz, Director of the Institute of Advanced Studies Kőszeg (IASK), conducted an academic tour across three […]
The Cooperation agreement between the faculty of political and legal sciences at UAMD and the iASK has been finalized
As part of our ongoing internationalization efforts, the Faculty of Political Sciences and Law proudly finalizes a cooperation agreement with the iASK. The agreement was officially signed today by Dean Prof. As. Dr. Linert Lireza and iASK Director, Mr. Ferenc Miszlivetz. This collaboration opens new opportunities for students and academic staff, including: Partecipation in academic […]
Academic collaborations between University of Tirana, Faculty of Social Sciences and the Institute of Advanced Studies
Text via: https://fshs-ut.edu.al/njoftim?id=1901 I had the honor of holding a very fruitful meeting with the esteemed Professor, Ferenc Miszlivetz, Director of the Institute of Advanced Studies in Kőszeg, Hungary. Together with the Professor, we shared valuable views and perspectives regarding common interests in scientific research, related to vulnerable groups or communities in society, and discussed […]