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The celebration of European Week in Varaždin County began with a thematic session of the Council for Education, Economy and Interregional Cooperation, held on May 5 at Villa Oršić in Varaždin. The session, titled “The Academic Community as a Driver of Economic and Social Development”, featured the Faculty of Organization and Informatics of the University of Zagreb (FOI) as an example of good practice.

The University of Zagreb, Faculty of Organization and Informatics (FOI) in Varaždin organized a series of panel discussions during April and May 2026, bringing together professionals, alumni, academics, and industry representatives to discuss key topics shaping digital transformation, education, leadership, and career and the future of work. The events provided a platform for knowledge exchange between the academic community and industry experts, highlighting the importance of collaboration in addressing contemporary societal and technological challenges.

The 2026 Science Festival was held from April 20 to 25 across Croatia, and this year’s theme was energy – a fundamental driver of nature, society, and technological development. The University of Zagreb, Faculty of Organization and Informatics, once again actively participated in the festival program through a series of engaging and interactive activities for all age groups – from the youngest participants to the general public.

The competition is organized by IPMA Young Crew Croatia as part of the international initiative of the International Project Management Association, with the aim of developing practical knowledge and skills in the field of project management. Through this competition, students have the opportunity to test their theoretical knowledge while also developing analytical thinking, teamwork, and presentation skills by solving real business challenges.