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Dan Šťastný coauthored a study investigating the impact of commuting on the life satisfaction of inhabitants of Ústí nad Labem, Czech Republic between 2019 and 2021. The results of this study can serve as an incentive to promote certain types of transportation both on a personal and public level. The apparent recommendation which can be […]

Introducing Harshita Hooja, a recent graduate from the University of New York in Prague (UNYP), where she earned her Bachelor’s in Human Development with a focus on psychology. As she transitions to a Master’s program, Harshita offers insights into her unique educational journey. This spotlight article delves into her experiences, aspirations, and the valuable advice […]

At the University of New York in Prague (UNYP), academic endeavors and global exposure go hand in hand. English isn’t just a subject at UNYP—it’s the medium that bridges cultures and futures. Mastering the Universal Business Language: At UNYP, English is more than just a course—it’s a full immersion. Beyond classroom instruction, students are poised […]

In June 2023, the Psychology School Research Lead, Dr. Edel Sanders was appointed a lifelong Fellow at the Oxford Centre for Animal Ethics. The Oxford website notes that: «The Fellows are appointed for their outstanding contribution to the field of animal ethics worldwide… The process of selection is rigorous, painstaking, and frequently lengthy, and individuals […]

At the University of New York in Prague, we’ve always celebrated the innovative minds that grace our halls. Among our diverse community of students, some not only excel academically but also bring unique projects to life outside the lecture rooms. Petr Jirsa, a student from our International Relations program, embodies this blend of scholarship and […]

Dr. Will M. Dennis coauthored a recently published study in which the more general hypothesis that people who share some positive individual-difference trait are more alike than those who do not (The Convergence of Positivity Hypothesis) was tested and supported by empirical evidence. In the article, the authors speculate about why this pattern might exist […]

Jan Kovář coauthored a peer-reviewed article in the Czech Journal of International Relations in which the authors focus on the performance of the Czech Republic during its second EU Council presidency in the second half of 2022. This was the first presidency the country held under the Lisbon rules. The second EU Council presidency was […]

Dr. Marek Minárik’s career path has been a fascinating blend of scientific exploration and business ventures. At the start of his professional journey stood his family’s legacy: a renowned manufacturer of laboratory equipment, a business with deep-rooted traditions passed down through generations. At the other end was a modern biotechnology startup, bursting with innovation and […]

Women’s right for education oftentimes is one of the first targets of anti-democratic regimes and elements of societies. Political extremists view women primarily through the lenses of their roles as mothers that bring life to future generation of nations, but along with that, as transmitters of cultural values as well. In their view, educated women […]

The TEDx platform, renowned for nurturing intellectual discourse by promoting “Ideas Worth Spreading”, is proud to announce the upcoming TEDxUNYP 2023 event. TEDxUNYP 2023 will be held at the UNYP Arena on 21st October 2023. This year’s theme is “Keys to the Future”, with a specific emphasis on sustainability – both for our world and […]