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FOI welcomes 30 international students from four countries

Created: 02.03.2026

At the Faculty of Organization and Informatics, the Welcome Week – an orientation week for new incoming students – was held from 24 to 26 February 2026, officially marking the beginning of their academic stay in Varaždin. In the summer semester of the 2025/2026 academic year, 30 international students arrived at FOI, representing a record number of incoming exchange students. The students come from France (ESIEA and Epitech), Slovakia (University of Žilina), Germany (Karlsruhe Institute of Technology), and the Republic of South Africa (University of Pretoria).

A diverse programme of activities was designed for the new students. The three-day programme began with an introduction to the Faculty and the city of Varaždin, including a guided city tour. During the tour, the guide presented the most important landmarks and points of interest in Varaždin, introducing students to its rich history and cultural heritage.

On Wednesday, the programme officially commenced with welcome addresses delivered by Izabela Oletić Tušek, Head of the International Relations Office; Associate Professor Martina Tomičić Furjan, PhD, Vice Dean for Science, Projects and International Cooperation; and Associate Professor Katarina Pažur Aničić, PhD, ECTS Coordinator, who wished the students a successful and inspiring stay at FOI.

Afterwards, the professors who will be teaching the incoming students introduced themselves and their courses, briefly familiarising students with the course content, teaching methods, and expectations for the upcoming semester.

A particularly cheerful atmosphere prevailed during the pub quiz and pizza night at the Varaždin Student Dormitory, where students teamed up with FOI Buddies and later continued socialising and getting to know each other at the popular “Student Wednesday” event.

The Welcome Week concluded with a Treasure Hunt and a hangout, where students once again combined knowledge, teamwork, and new friendships in a fun and interactive way, relaxing and enjoying pleasant social time together.

We warmly welcome our international students to FOI!