Education

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Acropolis Museum Director Highlights Greece’s Cultural Legacy at Yale University

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Greece's universities are expanding their English-language degree programs, now offering 10 options and expecting more next year. This initiative aims to attract students from around the globe, enhancing Greece's position as a growing hub for international education.

Surge in TNE Applications Signals Bright Future for Greek Higher Education Under New Law

Thirteen international institutions, including 11 British, one French, and one Cypriot, have applied to open branch campuses in Greece under a new law greenlighting transnational education (TNE). Aimed at curbing youth emigration and attracting global talent, the reform—praised by Education Minister Sophia Zacharaki as “historic”—has sparked both optimism and protests. With universities like York and East London set to launch in 2025, Greece hopes to become a southeastern European knowledge hub, though critics fear it may undermine state institutions.

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Cypriot Youth Brisbane Releases Documentary on 50th Anniversary of Turkish Invasion, Sharing Refugee Stories

Cypriot Youth Brisbane’s new documentary, marking the 50th anniversary of the 1974 Turkish invasion of Cyprus, shares the stories of refugees who fled to Australia. Featuring interviews across three generations, the 14-minute film captures the lasting pain of loss and survival, from a sister unable to bury her brother to children hiding in trenches.

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Hellenic Medical Society of Australia Hosts ‘Pathways to Success’ Careers Day for Students

The Hellenic Medical Society of Australia (HMSA), in collaboration with the Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM), invites Year 9-12 students to the ‘Pathways to Success’ Careers Day on May 3, 2025, at the Greek Centre in Melbourne. With over 30 leading Greek Australian professionals from diverse industries, the event will provide students with career guidance, networking opportunities, and wellbeing strategies to help shape their future success. Register now at www.hmsacareersday.com.

GCM 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars Begin with Scholarly Presentations

GCM 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars Begin with Scholarly Presentations

The Greek Community of Melbourne (GCM) has launched its 2025 Greek History and Culture Seminars, attracting a significant audience eager to engage with insightful discussions led by emerging scholars.

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The Greek Mathematician Who Advised Einstein: The Legacy of Constantine Karatheodori

Constantine Karatheodori (1873–1950) was a pioneering Greek mathematician whose contributions to real and complex analysis, thermodynamics, and the calculus of variations influenced some of the greatest minds of the 20th century—including Albert Einstein. His expertise in Hamilton-Jacobi equations and canonical transformations helped Einstein refine his general theory of relativity. Karatheodori held prestigious academic positions across Europe, played a key role in Greek higher education, and left a lasting legacy in both pure and applied mathematics.

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Launch of Aegean Airlines Aircraft Engineer Training Scholarship Program for Aspiring Young Aviators

Aegean Airlines is paving the way for young individuals to join the thriving civil aviation sector through its newly launched Aircraft Engineer Training Scholarship Program. Since its initial introduction for pilots in 2018 and for engineers in 2022, the program has become a vital pathway to education and immediate employment in one of the fastest-growing industries globally. This initiative underscores Aegean’s commitment to supporting youth and enhancing critical aviation professions as the company marks its 25th anniversary. Applications are currently open until February 21, with classes starting on April 28 in collaboration with the Olympic Air Maintenance Training Organization.