From September 28 to 30, 2026, an international atmosphere filled the campus of Kielce University of Technology (KUT). This was thanks to Orientation Days—a series of meetings coordinated by the Department of Academic Staff Development and International Cooperation. The event helps international students start their new academic journey and adapt to the environment.

This year, young people from all over the world joined the event. They represented partner universities from Spain, Turkey, Italy, Portugal, Uzbekistan, and Jordan. Erasmus+ coordinators supporting students in all issues related to study and Polish student volunteers acting as mentors welcomed the newcomers. A traditional group photo in  the rectorate building marked an important moment on the first day.

Education, Integration, and Breaking Barriers

The program combined essential rules about the university and dormitories with great fun.

• During presentations, new students learned the basic rules of studying at Kielce University of Technology, the university structure, and campus facilities.
• The “Cultural Thermometer” workshop was a key part of the schedule. During these interactive classes, international students learned about life in a Polish community, local customs, and everyday life in Kielce.

 Meeting with Culture of Kielce

 After the orientation sessions, students went on a short tour of Kielce. An employee from the Department of Academic Staff Development and International Cooperation guided the tour. They visited major city spots, including the Market Square, the wild boar sculpture (the symbol of Kielce), Sienkiewicz Street, and Castle Hill.

They also visited two unique city institutions: the Design Institute (ID) and the Center for Patriotic and Civic Thought (OMPiO) where students took part in interesting activities:

• Ceramic painting workshop: At the Design Institute, students decorated plates. After firing, they could keep them as souvenirs from Kielce.
• Live history lesson: At OMPiO, students explored an exhibition about the most important and turbulent moments in Polish and świętokrzyskie region history.

The three-day adaptation marathon ended with an evening integration meeting. Over food and drinks in a relaxed atmosphere, students from different countries got to know each other better, shared their first impressions of Kielce, and celebrated their new friendships.

“`html

“`

Dear Erasmus+ Students,

we are looking forward to your arrival at KUT and we hope that the time you spend here will be an opportunity to grow in the field you are studying, as well as allow you to explore Polish culture, nature, and our city.

And above all, we wish you amazing new friendships with the people you meet here.

Erasmus+ opens minds and changes lives. We are sure that it will be the

same for you and that it will be only positive experiences.

Please, look at schedule of the Erasmus+ Orientation Days.

See you at KUT!

The Centre of Cooperation and Dialogue at the University of Warsaw invites you to take part in the nationwide photo and video contest “STORY OF YOUR EXPERIENCE – YES! Erasmus+”, funded by the Minister of Science and Higher Education. This competition is designed for students and d doctoral candidates from Polish universities who have participated in academic mobility programs during the 2024/2025 or 2025/2026 academic years. The prize is a four-day study visit to the European Parliament

The organizers are accepting contest entries until August 31. Entries should present at least one of the following three themes in an engaging and creative way

• Academics (modern laboratories, libraries, classes)
• Cultural life (exploring traditions, daily life, art)
• Community and togetherness (international friendships, breaking down stereotypes)

Further details and the entry form can be found at:

https://yeserasmus.uw.edu.pl/news

To participate, simply create a unique video or take a photo and submit your entry via the contest website. What kind of entries can be submitted?

• VIDEO -an Instagram Reel tagged with #yeserasmus #yourexperiencestory #erasmus. Tag the organizer’s profile (@yes_erasmus_) as a collaborator and include the link to the Reel in the entry form when registering. Entries should be in Full HD resolution (vertical or horizontal), last between 30 and 90 seconds, and be in MP4 or MOV format.
• PHOTO – a single high-quality photograph capturing the spirit of the trip. Format: JPG or PNG; high resolution suitable for printing (recommended: min. 300 DPI and min. 2400 pixels on the long edge). The form will convert the entry to WebP format; in September, selected participants will be asked to submit the print-ready file via email.

Each participant may submit a maximum of one entry per category. Entries must not be AI-generated or photo-manipulations; any materials used—specifically music, sound effects, video footage, or graphics—must come from publicly available sources, or the participant must hold the necessary rights or licenses for their use. Participants must also ensure they have obtained the required consents regarding the use of the likenesses of any individuals appearing in their work.

The prize for the creators of the best entries is a study visit to the European Parliament seats in Brussels and Strasbourg—including city sightseeing—scheduled for November! The organizer covers transport, accommodation, meals, and insurance. Additionally, , the 12 best photos will be featured in a limited-edition promotional calendar for 2027!

We invite you to participate!

The Erasmus+ program in the 2021-27 edition offers a wider range of academic exchange covering so-called third countries, not associated with the program. The Kielce University of Technology cooperates in this scope with partner universities from countries such as: Algeria, China, Georgia, India, Jordan, Malaysia, Ukraine, Uzbekistan.

As part of such an exchange, from June 15-19, 2026, the Kielce University of Technology hosts lecturers from: University of Ain Temouchent in Algeria, Kutaisi International University in Georgia, and Jizzakh Polytechnic Institute in Uzbekistan. During their stay, they had the opportunity to get to know Kielce, the selected laboratories of KUT, and they also gave lectures for the students of our university at the Faculty of Mechatronics and Mechanical Engineering  and at the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, Automation and Computer Science.

The Kielce University of Technology has so far hosted students from these universities, and the visit of the academic staff from these institutions is the next stage in the implementation of agreements in accordance with the requirements of the Erasmus KA 171 project.

“`html

“`

The Erasmus+ Blended Intensive Programme (BIP) “Model Manufacturing Methods – Advanced Manufacturing Methods, Additive Manufacturing and Reverse Engineering” has successfully come to an end at Kielce University of Technology.
During the programme, students from partner universities took part in a series of intensive on-site workshops, expert lectures, and collaborative activities focused on modern manufacturing technologies, including CNC machining, additive manufacturing, and reverse engineering. The event combined academic knowledge with hands-on experience, fostering international cooperation and exchange of ideas in a truly multicultural environment.
The participation and engagement of students from our partner institutions played a key role in the success of the programme, contributing to a dynamic and inspiring learning atmosphere throughout the week.
We would like to thank all partner universities for their cooperation and for nominating highly motivated students to take part in this initiative.
We look forward to continuing our cooperation within the Erasmus+ programme and to welcoming participants to future international initiatives at Kielce University of Technology.