Rector of Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University Delivers Opening Scientific Lecture at the Hungarian Academy of Sciences’ Bicentenary Conference

On 4 November 2026, the Hungarian Academy of Sciences (MTA) hosted a prestigious scientific conference entitled Forces and Alliances (Hatóerők és szövetségek) in Budapest, as part of the concluding events celebrating the Academy’s 200th anniversary. The opening scientific lecture was...

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Celebrating Hungarian Science in Osijek

On 3 November 2026, at the invitation of the Glotta Institute for Language, István Csernicskó, Rector of Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University, delivered a plenary lecture at the opening ceremony of the Hungarian Science Day celebrations in Osijek, Croatia. During his brief visit...

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Institutional history exhibition opened at the University of Rakoczi

Thirty years of history came to life on October 29 at Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University, where an institutional history exhibition opened on the occasion of the university’s jubilee. Through old photographs, documents, and artifacts once in use, the exhibition recalled the...

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From college to university – thirty years in the service of the homeland: anniversary celebration at the University of Rakoczi

Thirty years ago, in September 1996, a dream began to turn into reality: the Transcarpathian Hungarian Teacher Training College opened its doors to provide opportunities for learning, development, and the pursuit of science in the mother tongue. Over the three decades that have passed since then,...

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International Research and Practice Conference “THE ROLE OF SAFETY, EDUCATION, AND MENTAL HEALTH IN YOUTH DEVELOPMENT”

Date: December 2–3, 2026. Format: hybrid (in person and online).       Conference languages: Ukrainian, English, Hungarian. Venue: Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University, 6 Kossuth Square, Berehove. DEAR COLLEAGUES, We are pleased to invite you to the International Research...

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Representatives of the University of Rakoczi consulted in Strasbourg on the situation of the Transcarpathian Hungarian community and education

Upon the invitation of Viktória Ferenc, Member of the European Parliament of Transcarpathian origin representing the interests of the local Hungarian community and member of the Patriots for Europe Group, Ildikó Orosz, President of Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University, and...

2026.10.12. 121
Rector of Rákóczi University Attends the Western Balkans Forum on Higher Education and Innovation and the Hungarian Rectors’ Conference

On 8–9 October 2026, the University of Pécs, Hungary, hosted the Western Balkans Forum on Higher Education and Innovation, an international event focusing on cooperation and innovation in higher education. István Csernicskó, Rector of Ferenc Rákóczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University,...

2026.10.10. 45
Laudation for Attila Kohut, recipient of the Rakoczi Prize

Individuals who have served the institution’s cause with quiet consistency and unwavering commitment over many years play a defining role in the life of the Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University. As this year’s Transcarpathian laureate of the Rakoczi Prize, we celebrate...

2026.10.05. 111
Béla Merkely’s acceptance speech on the occasion of receiving the Rakoczi Prize

Honorable Madam President, Honorable Rector, Distinguished Guests! “We have only one homeland, and it is the Hungarian language.” With these words of our outstanding poet, Sándor Kányádi, I welcome you and express my gratitude for this exceptional and deeply moving honor on behalf of...

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Speech by Ildikó Orosz at the academic year opening ceremony of the University of Rakoczi

Esteemed ecclesiastical and secular dignitaries, dear colleagues, distinguished guests, and above all, dear first-year students! It is with great affection and respect that I welcome you to the academic year opening ceremony of the Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University. We are...

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Speech by Béla Merkely at the academic year opening ceremony of the University of Rakoczi

Honorable Madam President, Mr. Rector, Professors, dear Faculty and Students, esteemed University Community! I warmly welcome you to the academic year opening ceremony of your university. It is a great honor for me to be here today as the President of the Hungarian Rectors’ Conference....

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Speech by István Csernicskó at the academic year opening ceremony of the University of Rakoczi

Dear Guests,Dear Colleagues,Dear Students,And especially, Dear First-Year Students! We have gathered for the opening of the academic year. A year ago, in this very place, I spoke about how we were facing a historic academic year. At that time, students had applied to a college, but they were able...

2026.10.05. 76
Laudation for the Hungarian Rectors’ Conference, recipient of the Rakoczi Prize

The Hungarian Rectors’ Conference is the defining professional and advocacy organization of Hungarian higher education. Its activities simultaneously establish the framework for inter-institutional cooperation, the exchange of experience, and collaborative thinking, while representing the...

2026.10.05. 74
Academic year opening ceremony at Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University

The new academic year began for 1,681 students at Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University on September 30. As is tradition, the opening ceremony was hosted by the Reformed Church in Berehove. The event began with the procession of the historical flags of Transcarpathia, which were...

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Zoltán Tarr, Hungary’s Minister for Social Relations and Culture, held consultations with leaders of the Transcarpathian Hungarian community

On September 5, 2026, during his visit to Transcarpathia, Zoltán Tarr, Minister for Social Relations and Culture, held consultations with leaders of the legitimate church and civil organizations of the Transcarpathian Hungarian community to gain insight into the key issues affecting the community....

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Adaptation and stress management during registration week for first-year students

As part of registration week, the Psychological Counseling Service of the Ferenc Rakoczi II Transcarpathian Hungarian University held a three-day adaptation and stress management program for the university’s first-year students. The program, which included both lectures and practical...

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