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UNIVERSITY OF MITROVICA “ISA BOLETINI”

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Universiteti i Mitrovicës +383 (0) 28 535 725 [email protected] www.umib.net "Isa Boletini”

University of Mitrovica “Isa Boletini”

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Mitrovica, December 2019

Rector's word

Ladies and gentlemen, The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), has created great opportunities for young people in the region, who by becoming part of this institution of higher education in Kosovo, at the same time become part of the labor market. 20 programs are accredited in UMIB, which are very attractive and required not only inside but also abroad. As such they represent an open door for those who want to keep up with the latest in science and in the global job market. In addition to the programs, cabinets, laboratories offered at UMIB, a very important segment is the cooperation with public and private companies in the country. As a result, our students can do internships in companies that are related to the nature of their studies, quickly taking the step of new technology. Within our University, other mechanisms have already been created in the service of students, which also affect the increase of the quality of work and the preparation of new staff. The Innovation Center, the Alumni Association, the Career Development Center and the Advisory Board, which is constituted of businesses and university people, show a new approach to the university and students. Scientific conferences, which are already becoming traditional, have created an image of a scientific-research institution. While events, such as the "Career and Work Fair", are enriching the calendar of university activities and opening new paths for all of us. These steps have led UMIB in 2019 to rise by 4 thousand places in the ranking of world universities, for the first time UMIB is second in the country in the list of public universities. The new university campus has created great opportunities for everyone, whether as students or as teachers. This is a common path to success. Thank you! Prof. dr. Alush Musaj

History

The foundations of higher education studies in Mitrovica were laid with the opening of the Technical High School in 1961. In 1970, within the Technical Faculty, the branches of Mining, Technology and Metallurgy were opened, in Mitrovica, the academic year 1970/71, to then continue in Prishtina until the establishment of the Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy in Mitrovica in 1974. The Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy in Mitrovica was established by the Law on the Establishment of the Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy by the Assembly of Kosovo on July 22, 1974. In the founding year, studies were organized in the following branches: Mining, Technology and Metallurgy, and in the academic year 1980/81 the branch of Geology was opened. The establishment of the Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy was of great importance for the whole of Kosovo. It was the “Trepça” Mining and Metallurgical Plant that needed engineering staff from the Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy. The cadres from the Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy and the Technical High School have taken a deserved place in the Kosovo Power Plant, and the entire industry and economy of Kosovo.

Students studying at the Faculty of Mining and Metallurgy and the Technical High School were from all parts of Kosovo, considering that these branches were studied only in Mitrovica. Many students also came from other Albanian areas, from Macedonia and Presevo, Bujanovac, Medvedja, and Montenegro. Many foreign students enrolled and graduated from this faculty.

Based on these faculties and based on the tradition of over 60 years of higher education in Mitrovica, the Government of the Republic of Kosovo on 06.03.2013 has established the Public University of Mitrovica, and the Assembly of Kosovo on May 31, 2013 has approved the decision. Based on the Interim Statute, approved by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, within the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB) operate six faculties: Faculty of Geosciences (FoG), Faculty of Food Technology ( FFT), Faculty of Mechanical and Computer Engineering (FMCE), Faculty of Law (FL), Faculty of Economics (FE) and Faculty of Education (FEdu).

Management

Rector Prof. dr. Alush Musaj

Vice Rector for Teaching, Student Affairs and Quality Development Prof. ass. dr. Merita Shala

Vice Rector for International Cooperation and Scientific Research Prof. dr. Behxhet Shala

Vice Rector for Budget and Finances Prof. ass. dr. Ajtene Avdullahi

Secretary General Xhelal Smakiqi

Composition of the Steering Council

Prof. dr. Ali Topalli- leader Msc. Musa Dibrani- vice-leader Meriton Hajzeri- member Dr. sc. Mustafë Haziri- member Prof. asoc. dr. Ismet Mulliqi – member Prof. asoc. dr. Nurten Deva – member Prof. asoc. dr. Halil Bajrami – member Msc. Fatbardha Hoxha, PhD c. – member Dr. sc. Ylber Januzaj- member

The composition of the senate

Prof. dr. Alush Musaj – rector, leader of the Senate Prof. ass. dr. Merita Shala – vice rector Prof. dr. Behxhet Shala – vice rector Prof. ass. dr. Ajtene Avdullahi – vice rector Prof. dr. Naser Peci – dean of the Faculty of Geosciences Prof. dr. Gani Maliqi – professor in the Faculty of Geosciences Prof. asoc. dr. Milaim Sadiku – dean of the Faculty of Food Technology Prof. ass. dr. Aziz Behrami- member Prof. dr. Hakif Zeqiri – dean of the Faculty of Mechanical and Computer Engineering Dr. sc. Fitim Zeqiri– member Prof. asoc. dr. Agron Beka – dean of the Faculty of Law Ass. Mimoza Aliu- member Prof. ass. dr. Qazim Tmava – dean of the Faculty of Economics Ass. Milaim Mehmeti, member Dr.sc. Besim Gollopeni- dean of the Faculty of Education Msc. Ylli Hashani- member Lulzim Bunjaku – administration Xhelal Smakiqi- Secretary General Ensar Suma – Students’ parliament Shahin Gashi- member

Students' Parliament

Leader Ensar Suma

Vice-leader Pëllumb Sadiku Lora Ferizi Bleona Musliu

Secretary Gentina Hajdari

Senator Shahin Gashi

Faculties and study programs Faculty of Geosciences Bachelor:

1. Mining 2. Geology 3. Materials and Metallurgy (specializing in: Materials; Metallurgy)

(Duration 3 years, 180 etcs)

Master:

1. Mining 2. Hydrogeology and Engineering Geology 3. Mineral resources 4. Materials 5. Metallurgy

(Duration of studies 1 year, respectively 2 year, 60 - 120 etcs)

Faculty of Food Technology

Bachelor:

1. Technology (Environmental Engineering, Chemical Engineering) 2. Engineering and Food Technology

(Duration 3 year, 180 etcs)

Master: 1. Technology (Environmental Protection Engineering, Chemical Engineering) 2. Engineering and Food Technology (Duration of studies 1 year, respectively 2 years, 60 - 120 etcs)

Faculty of Mechanical and Computer Engineering

Bachelor: 1. Engineering Informatics 2. Economic Engineering 3. Manufacturing Machinery (Duration 3 years, 180 etcs)

Master:

1. Economic Engineering (Duration of studies 1 year, respectively 2 year, 60 - 120 etcs)

Faculty of Law

Bachelor: 1. Law (Duration 3 years, 240 etcs)

Faculty of Economics

Bachelor: 1. Business and Management (Banking, Finance and Accounting) (Duration 3 years, 180 etcs)

Faculty of Education

Bachelor:

1. Preschool Education 2. Primary Education (Duration of studies 4 years, 240 etcs)

List of cooperation agreements

Nr Partner Date Logo 1. Air Navigation Services Agency- ASHNA 14.02.2020

2. National Library of Kosovo 14.02.2020

3. University of Camerino 27.01.2020

4. University "Fan S/ Noli" Korca, Albania 09/12/2019

5. Debate Center 19/10/2019

6. Public Affairs Section of the U.S Embassy 30/09/2019 in Pristina

7. CARITAS 05.07.2019

8. Konya Technical University 10/01/2019

Kütahya Dumlupınar University 07/03/2019 9.

10. American Advising Center (AAC) 06/05/2019

11. S/T/A (Country Distributor for ETS) 23/04/2019

12. Ministry of Innovation and 04/03/2019 Entrepreneurship

13. Agricultural University of Tirana, Albania 22/01/2019

14. Universitety of Peja “Haxhi Zeka” 11/12/2018

15. Ayt Career 08/03/2018

16. Pädagogische Hochschule Zürich 01/01/2018

17. “ Pjetër Budi” College 29/11/2017

18. Independent Commission on Mines and 11/12/2017 Minerals

19. Kosovo Chamber of Commerce 11/04/2017

20 Kosovo Pedagogical Institute 23/10/2017

21. Kosovo Chamber of Advocates 20/10/2017

22. Albanian Institute of Sociology Tirana 26/05/2017

23. University "Nëna Tereza", Macedonia 03/04/2017

24 Riga Technical University 22/02/2017

25. HPC AG, + German Society for 12/01/2016 International Cooperation (Gmbh)

26. University of Prizren “Ukshin Hoti” 10/11/2016

27. College UBT 07/09/2016

28. Kosovo Electricity Distribution and 27/05/2016 Supply Company

29. International Business College Mitrovica 19/04/2016 IBCM

30 University of Elbasan "Aleksander 30/03/2016

Xhuvani", Albania

31. Université de Bretagne-Sud 21/01/2016

32. University of Thrace, Stara Zagora, 13/11/2015 Bulgary

33. University of Prishtina “Hasan Prishtina” 11/11/2015

34 University "Luigj Gurakuqi" Shkodër, 11/02/2015

Albania

35. Technische Hochschule Georg Agricola 09/03/2015

36. Sharrcem/Titan 22/06/2015

37. Ministry of Education, Science and 13/ 05/2015 Technology

38. Sveučilište u Splitu 23/02/2015

39. Kosovo Post 23/02/2015

40 University "Aleksandër Moisiu" Durrës, 02/06/2015

Albania 41. University of Gjakova “Fehmi Agani” 28/01/2015

42 Bursa Teknik Üniversitesi 01/05/2015

43 South-East European University 12/10/2014

44 University"Ismail Qemali" Vlorë, Albania 14/11/2014

45 University "Eqrem Çabej" Gjirokastër, 13/11/2014

Albania

46 University of Wisconsin–Madison 11/04/2014

47 Polytechnic University of Tirana, Albania 17/10/2014

48 University of Tirana, Albania 16/10/2014

49 Universiteti de Vigo & Green Tech 15/07/2014

Western Balkans- Erasmus Mundus 50 AGH University of Science and 31/01/2014

Technology

51. Yeditepe University 12/12/2013

52. Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University 11/08/2013

53. COSME Enterprise Europe Network 23/01/ 2013

54 VSB - Technical University of Ostrava 20/04/2012

55. Aalto University, Finland 2015

56. Åbo Akademi University 2015

57. Istanbul Arel University 2015

58. University of Vienna 2014

The System for Students Management SMU

The Student Management System (SMU) is an electronic data management platform for student services. SMU consists of the following modules:

1. Application module for student registration 2. Student payment module 3. Staff and student ID card module 4. Diploma module 5. Quality assurance and evaluation module 6. Module of teaching competencies and contents 7. Library module 8. Other modules, which can be added with special decisions Advisory Board

The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), is open to businesses in order to create opportunities for increased cooperation and mutual benefit. As a result, in a joint meeting on April 1, 2019, the leaders of UMIB with business leaders and representatives, agreed on the establishment of the A dvisory Board of UMIB. The University's cooperation with businesses affects the quality of the staff. Through this board, businesses will be able to influence the development of new programs that are necessary for the economy. The opening towards a University of Business is very important, for universities to develop into entrepreneurial universities. In the statute of this board, it is stated that the goal is to connect all businesses, to establish continuous cooperation and establishment of links between businesses, industry, labor market and universities.

Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center

The memorandum of understanding for the opening of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship was signed on April 4, 2019 by the Rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Alush Musaj and the Minister of Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Besim Beqaj. IECM is considered important for students, academic staff and business and parks good news not only for UMIB, but also for Mitrovica and the region, as the Center will be in service to all. Ass. Besart Hajrizi has been appointed director of this center.

Alumni Association

The “Alumni” Association of “Isa Boletini” University in Mitrovica was established on May 5, 2019. The establishment of this association is considered an important moment for the University. "Alumni" will help connect all generations of students, to create continuous cooperation and establish links between students, professors of relevant faculties and the wider academic community. The board of "Alumnus" consists of: Milaim Mehmeti, chairman, Besa Sadikaj, member, Shahin Gashi, member and Shpat Musliu, member.

The Center for Career Development

With the decision of the Steering Council of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", on August 5, 2019, the Center for Career Development (CCD) was established, which is presented as a very important project for students and the University itself. Such a center will be an important point of information and mediation for students. The Center for Career Development will help students of UMIB, in terms of developing knowledge and skills that will help them with employment, providing opportunities for students to gain work experience during their studies, providing information on the market and work, providing access to information for studies, trainings, seminars, lectures and other activities.

Activities 2019

The constitutive meeting of the Steering Council was held

January 10 - The constitutive meeting of the Steering Council of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" was held on Thursday. Chairman of the Steering Council was elected prof.dr. Ali Topalli, while Deputy Chairman, msc. Musa Dibrani. Other members of the KD elected by the Senate are Prof. asoc. dr. Ismet Mulliqi, prof. asoc. dr. Nurten Deva, prof. ass. dr. Halil Bajrami, msc. Fatbardha Hoxha and dr.sc. Ylber Januzaj. While the members of the Council appointed by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology are prof.dr. Ali Topalli, msc. Musa Dibrani, dr.sc. Mustafa Haziri and Meriton Hajzeri.

UMIB is represented at a meeting organized by the Francophone University Network

February 12 -

Professor Ylber Januzaj, member of the Board of Directors of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), attended a meeting of the Network of Universities of Francophonie held in Bucharest, Romania. In addition to UMIB, representatives of the University of Prishtina and the University of Gjakova were also present at this meeting.

During their stay in Bucharest, representatives of Kosovar universities also met with the president of the Network of Francophone Universities, Mohamed Ketata. They talked about deepening cooperation and the possibility of introducing the French language as a subject elective in any of the programs of Kosovar universities.

The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), has joined at the end of last year in the Network of Universities of Francophonie, which includes universities, colleges and research institutes. After the University of Prishtina, UMIB is the second university in the region to join this network, which has 884 members, from 111 different countries.

In addition to the university network, the Francophone Network also cooperates with state institutions and international organizations. Being a member of this network, enables access to the global network of member institutions, academics and Francophone researchers, then participation in projects between member institutions and participation in the preparation of projects.

Also, the members of this network established 50 years ago, benefit from educational tools and resources tailored to regional needs and contexts, promoting the use of information and communication technologies for teaching and research, etc.

Cooperation agreement with the Institute of Metals and Technology in Slovenia February 14-

The head of the Faculty of Geosciences, Naser Peci, accompanied by Muharrem Zabeli, head of the Department of Materials and Metallurgy, paid a visit to the University of Ljubljana, in order to cooperate with the Faculty of Natural Sciences and Engineering and Institute of Metals and Technology (IMT). During the meeting, the possibilities of cooperation in various fields of geosciences were also examined. Issues discussed were the possibility of cooperation and advancing cooperation between the two faculties, ways of supporting cooperation and expectations of cooperation. As a result of the meetings, a cooperation agreement was signed between the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" and the Institute of Metals and Technology (IMT). Also drafted was the Cooperation Agreement between the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" - Faculty of Geosciences.

Two Netherland students are doing the internship at FTU February 14-

As part of the Erasmus + program, the Dean of the Faculty of Food Technology, Milaim Sadiku, received two students from “Van Hall Larenstein” University in the Netherlands. The students were accompanied by the professor, Fatos Rexhepi and the representative of the Association of Kosovo Dairy processors, Arbnora Durmishaj. The students will stay at the Faculty of Food Technology for three months and together with local students will be engaged in the research of whey from various dairies.

Albanian public universities are cooperating to expand academic freedoms February 19- The rectors of Albanian public universities will work closely together to increase the quality of education and expand academic freedom. A joint statement was signed by the rectors of these universities. The statement was signed during a conference of rectors of Albanian public universities, entitled "Albanian higher education and dealing with the future", which was held in Pristina. The conference was attended by rectors and vice-rectors from Albanian public universities in Kosovo, Albania and Macedonia. Participants in this meeting analyzed the historical and current developments in Albanian higher education, agreeing to the institutionalized municipality of this conference and jointly close work continuously, with the aim of advancing high listening in the Albanian space. Representatives of Albanian public universities, during the meeting raised the issues of lack of autonomy in public universities, lack of attention to research and other problems faced by public universities today.

Attendees pledged to work hard to improve quality, expand academic freedom, create standards, improve student services, cope with the technological challenges of the time, reform higher education, and other objectives included in the joint statement, signed by the representatives of the Albanian public universities. The representatives of the universities also put forward the idea of creating a joint fund of Albanian universities, which would enable the exchange of students and academic staff between them. The rectors agreed that the meetings of the Albanian public universities should be periodic meetings.

Erasmus + officials visit the University “Isa Boletini” February 26–

Members of the Erasmus + office in Kosovo on behalf of the EACEA Agency, organized a monitoring visit to the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" in order to be informed about all projects Tempus and Erasmus + in International Credit Mobility projects, conducted at Higher Education Institutions. Initially, they met with the Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, and then visited the Erasmus + project office at UMIB, where they met with members of all academic units of the University. They were introduced to the applied projects as well as the projects that are being implemented. They also met with students and academic staff involved in these projects. Representatives also had the opportunity to meet two Dutch students at “Van Hall Larenstein” University, who for three months will be part of UMIB.

This delegation congratulated the UMIB staff as well as the project office for the work done as a result of their readiness for cooperation and support.

UMIB supports the Kosovo Students Union February 28-

Mitrovica University "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), will support student projects for the benefit of increasing the quality of education. In this context, UMIB is open for cooperation with the Union of Kosovo students. This and other issues related to cooperation between universities and students were discussed in a meeting with the leaders of the Union of Students of Kosovo (USK), who visited the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini". They were received by the rector's advisor, Alban Fazliu, who congratulated the students on their commitment to meeting the demands and needs of the students. On the other hand, Krenare Çerkini, President of USK, thanked for the reception and support in terms of cooperation with UMIB. She stressed that they have been functioning as an organization for three years, which represents the students of Kosovo. "Our goal is to facilitate the representation of our students in the international arena." According to her, for now they are focused on joining the European Students' Union, which would create great facilities for Kosovar students.

Cooperation protocol with Kutahja Dumlupınar University in Turkey March 1 -

Rector of “Isa Boletini” University in Mitrovica, prof.dr. Alush Musaj has signed a cooperation protocol with the rector of the University "Kutahja Dumlupınar" in Turkey, prof.dr. Remzi Goren. This agreement was signed during a workshop held at this university, within which 3 institutes, 9 faculties, 3 colleges operate. and 14 vocational schools. In addition to Rector Musaj, the Dean of the Faculty of Food Technology, prof.dr. Milaim Sadiku. The workshop, "The unifying power of international cultures and the role of universities", was organized by the Center for Strategic Development Research at Kutahja Dumlupınar University. According to Rector Musaj, the workshop aimed, among other things, at academic cooperation between universities and participating countries. Otherwise participants were representatives of 70 universities from 26 different countries.

Action to clean up the university campus

March 5 -

Students and teachers together with the rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Prof. Dr. Alush Musaj, participated on Tuesday in an action organized by the Student Parliament to clean the university campus. The action is organized within the activities for marking the 6th anniversary of the establishment of the University "Isa Boletini ”in Mitrovica. Rector Musaj thanked the students and teachers for their commitment in this action, turning the university campus into a clean space. He congratulated the students and teachers on the 6th anniversary of the founding of Isa Boletini University. He stressed that within these 6 years the University "Isa Boletini" has made tremendous progress. "We have started in makeshift facilities, with 800 students, while now we are on the most modern campus in the country.

Girls and women are encouraged to use the Scholarship Program “Women in Energy March 5 -

Students from all faculties of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", participated on Tuesday in an information session organized by the Millennium Foundation in Kosovo (FMK), where the Scholarship Program "Women in Energy" was presented. The presentation was made by Petrit Selimi, Chief Executive Officer of FMK. According to him, the WE / Women in Energy Scholarship Program is the first activity in the multidimensional effort aimed at creating opportunities for women to participate in the energy sector through advanced education, employment and entrepreneurship. "This activity is supported by the Threshold program agreed between the Government of Kosovo and the Millennium Challenge Corporation." He announced that scholarships will be offered to cover the full cost of two years studies for women and girls in accredited academic institutions, with special focus on STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Selimi encouraged the participation of girls and women who have a high school diploma or are currently enrolled in university to take advantage of this opportunity to study about energy in the US.

"Science Fair 2019"

March 8– As part of the activities organized to mark the 6th anniversary of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, on Wednesday was opened "Science Fair 2019". At the fair organized by Parliament Students from all faculties and high school students participated. Rector of UMIB, prof.dr. Alush Musaj, greeted the participants and declared "Science Fair 2019" open, thanking the Student Parliament for this organization. Welcome to this organization in the framework of marking the 6th anniversary of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica. It is a good opportunity for our students to show the work that is being done at our University and the opportunities that are offered to young people who want to study here. Rector Musaj wished the 6th anniversary of UMIB, deans, teachers and students and thanked everyone for their commitment.

The Alumni Day

March 6-

The activities on the 6th anniversary of the University in Mitrovica, closed on Wednesday with "Alumni Day", which was attended by leaders and members of the Steering Council of UMIB, teachers, students and former students. The organization of "Alumnus Day" is rated as a very important event for the University on the 6th anniversary of its founding. The Rector, Prof. Dr. Alush Musaj, greeted and thanked everyone for the activities organized during these days. As for "Alumnus Day", he said that this is another important event that is happening at the University, given that this anniversary is being marked on the new university campus.

He said it was a week full of activities, co-organized with students, who have revived the university campus. "The vibrancy of the campus reflects our shared commitment to increasing our commitment to better knowledge and education. On this occasion, I want to thank the leaders of the association "Alumni" for this organization, I want to thank the leaders of the Student Parliament and all those who have helped organize the activities during these days, "said Rector Musaj. He stressed that the anniversaries of "Isa Boletini" University coincide with a great event of national history. "It is about the Glorious Epopee of the Kosovo Liberation Army and the legendary commander, Adem Jashari, who have paved the way for our freedom. On this occasion, we express our highest respect for their sublime sacrifice. " While, the president of the association "Alumni", Milaim Mehmeti, speaking about the work that is being done within this association, said that the vision of "Alumnus" is to be a dynamic association, guided by values and oriented towards supporting the social and intellectual needs of all members.

Cooperation agreement with the National Coordinator for Culture, Youth and Sports March 8–

In order to advance the position of students in sports, cultural and critical thinking, on Friday, a Cooperation Agreement was signed between the University of Mitrovica (UMIB), Alush Musaj and the National Coordinator for Culture, Youth and Sports, Rexhep Hoti. The agreement aims to strengthen the intellectual, cultural, and sports capacities of Kosovar students, as well as the promotion of a common partnership in the areas of common interest. The National Coordinator for Culture, Youth and Sports, Rexhep Hoti, emphasized that the goal is for sports to be included in school curricula, in this case also in universities. "We expect the university leagues to be very strong and competitive with others," he said. Rector Musaj, meanwhile, expressed satisfaction with the signed agreement, which deals directly with students. 'The Student Parliament expresses its full readiness to be a part this project. The good thing is that the physical infrastructure is also improving, and we expect full success in this regard", he said. In the framework of this project, it is planned to create conditions and opportunities for students for sports development, including volleyball, basketball, futsal, chess, etc.

The workshop: “Gender Equality, property rights and support for victims of domestic violence”, was held March 8-

On International Women's Day - March 8, the OSCE Mission organized on Friday at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", the workshop "Gender Equality, Property Rights and Support to Victims of Domestic Violence". Students from the Faculty of Law and the Faculty of Education took part in the workshop. The purpose of this activity was to discuss with students about gender equality, focusing on equal property rights for men and women and about supporting victims of domestic violence. Invited panelists discussed this, which aroused the interest of students with their questions. The panelist was the acting dean of the Faculty of Law, prof.dr. Agron Beka, Ilija Bundaleski, OSCE Director - Mitrovica Regional Office, Mimoza Aliu from the Faculty of Law, Arber Berisha, Legal Officer from the Ombudsperson Office in Mitrovica, Burhan Maxhuni, Victim Defender in and Mitrovica and Fidane Hyseni, Director of the shelter in Mitrovica. They offered their care for victims, their experiences and their needs.

A Memorial Academy was held dedicated to Professor Latif Berisha

March 25 –

At the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), a Memorial Academy for Professor Latif Berisha was held on Monday, on the 20th anniversary of his assassination by the Serbian regime. In addition to the leaders of UMIB, this Memorial Academy was attended by leaders and representatives of local and central institutions, researchers of the work of professors, Berisha, family members, teachers, students, etc. Rector, prof.dr. Alush Musaj, welcomed the guests on behalf of UMIB. He said that honoring and appreciating a personality like a professor, Berisha, is an honor and privilege for the University and for all citizens of Mitrovica. Rector Musaj emphasized that the murder of Latif Berisha, on March 24, 1999, the day NATO attacks began to Serbian forces, it was no accident. "He was first on the list of murders by the Serbian regime, as he was first on the list of hopes of Albanians. And his assassination marked the beginning of the last Serbian regime in Kosovo." Musaj said that Latif Berisha personifies a brave intellectual, a genuine intellectual, who stands out for his reaction. "He personifies a genuine patriot who is not separated from his people but shares his fate. The embodiment of many virtues in his figure, imposed on each circle professor, Berisha. The combination of the beautiful word as a poet, with the dedication as a professor, the right word as an activist and the courage to face, revealed the special personality of Latif Berisha”. The speaker of the Municipal Assembly in Mitrovica, Safet Kamberi, also gave a keynote speech, while the keynote address on the life and work of the professor, Latif Berisha, was given by the researcher, Isak Shema. The daughter of the professor, Latif Berisha, professor, Fatmire Berisha, also greeted the participants.

The HPCAG company supports UMIB students March 26 – Students of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB) are benefiting from the cooperation projects of the University with various local and international companies. Bleona Sadriu, a master's level student in the Environmental Engineering program of the Faculty of Food Technology, with the support of the world's leading company in terms of environmental engineering "HPC AG", will perform an internship in the Kriftel office in Frankfurt, Germany with the financial support of the company HPCAG. This happened after the completion of the 3-year project "Management of Contaminated Areas" supported by Deutsche Gesellschaft fUr Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) and implemented by the company "HPC AG" in cooperation with UMIB.

The student who has benefited from this project, has signed a contract in the presence of the Dean of the Faculty of Food Technology, Prof. Dr. Milaim Sadiku and Ali Ahmeti, the director of the company "HPCAG" for the Balkans.

Dean Sadiku, highly appreciated the cooperation with this company and the project implemented in terms of management of contaminated areas. While, director Ahmeti, said that the company is interested in the knowledge of world-renowned experts to fall on young people. Otherwise, all this support, according to him, is also as a result of professional cooperation between the company and UMIB, but also as a result of the commitment of Dr. Christoph Olk, one of the project leaders in question, who is currently the managing director of HPCAG in Kriftel, Germany.

CBK Governor, Fehmi Mehmeti, gave a lecture to the students of the Faculty of Economics

March 26 – The Governor of the Central Bank of Kosovo, Fehmi Mehmeti, gave a lecture on "Central Bank of Kosovo: the establishment, the days of operation and its perspective", for students of the Faculty of Economics of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini". Ud. The dean of the Faculty of Economics, Besart Hajrizi, after introducing the governor, invited all student participants to be open to debate and questions. Interest in this lecture was extremely high. In addition to the students of the Faculty of Economics, the students of the Faculty of Law and those of Education were also present. The lecture aroused the interest of the attendees and conveyed many questions from the students. At the end of the lecture, the governor expressed his satisfaction with the preparation of students of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini". He expressed readiness to intensify cooperation with the Faculty of Economics of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" in the future.

UMIB is an expert center for the dairy industry

March 28 – At the Faculty of Food Technology (FTU) of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, the Center of Expertise will be opened, which aims to treat water discharged from the dairy industry and increase the quality of dairy products. To this end, an agreement has been signed between the Dairy Association of Kosovo- DAK, the Faculty of Food Technology- UMIB, and the University "Van Hall Larenstein" from the Netherlands and the organization "YUNIKO", created in the Netherlands, which are partners of this project. FTU Dean Milaim Sadiku said that the idea is for this Expertise Center to serve as a regional center for countries such as Albania, Macedonia, Montenegro and Serbia. "Given the development of the dairy industry and the need to treat the discharged water and increase the quality of milk, this center will be extremely important for this sector," he said. While, Gani Durmishaj, chairman of the DAK, said that in Kosovo there is an increase in the shortage of high-quality milk and its products, then there is insufficient production of quality milk, there is increased competition from producers abroad and needs to reduce the pressure of environmental impact. "All these factors make the Expertise Center a reference point for the dairy industry in Kosovo and possibly in the region." Also, the Expertise Center is expected to assist the DAK with education and training on environmental problems and the production of dairy products, to include an expert in the dairy sector from the EU for the presentation of new technologies and developments, to facilitate students from Kosovo and the EU to receive practical courses, to conduct experiments and conduct research together with dairy companies, to assist the SACC in obtaining local and international funds, to connect the DAK and / or Kosovo dairies with international and EU dairies and organizations, etc. The Expertise Center will use the laboratories and equipment of FTU and will be at the service of all dairies in Kosovo.

The UMIB Advisory Board was established

April 1 – The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), is open to businesses in order to create opportunities for increased cooperation and mutual respect. As a result, in a joint meeting held on Monday at the Rectorate, the leaders of UMIB with business leaders and representatives, agreed on the establishment of the Advisory Board of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini". UMIB Rector, Alush Musaj, thanked the businesses for their support and willingness to become part of the University through this board. "The University's cooperation with businesses affects the increase in the quality of the staff we produce. Through this board, businesses will be able to influence the development of new programs, which are necessary for our economy ", said Rector Musaj. Whereas, the dean of the Faculty of Economics, Besart Hajrizi, emphasized that the opening of the University for businesses it is very important. "The relationship between the University and businesses is one-sided," he said. The establishment of the UMIB Advisory Board is also supported by the leaders and representatives of the businesses that were present at the meeting. They said it was necessary to deepen cooperation that would help develop new programs that would produce the necessary staff for the labor market. The leaders present at the meeting decided that the chairman of the Steering Council should be Visar Idrizi, vice president, Sabrije Ferizi Bunjaku and secretary, Shpat Musliu. They pledged to commit so that the board can bear fruit in terms of the University's cooperation with businesses.

The intensification of cooperation between universities and business is increasing April 5–

Cooperation between universities and businesses is necessary for both parties, as a condition for universities and buinesses to be successful. This is the conclusion of the roundtable discussion "The role and importance of higher education institutions (HEIs), towards the intensification and interaction between university and industry in Kosovo", which was held on Friday at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB). The dean of the Faculty of Economics. Besart Hajrizi, at the opening of this roundtable, which was attended by rectors of public universities, representatives of local and central institutions, teachers and students, said universities should be transformed into entrepreneurial universities. He also cited the need for close co-operation between universities, government and businesses. Meanwhile, the rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, praised the contribution of businesses to the development of new programs. "It's the right time for universities to start engaging in their future, which definitely connects business and economic development," he said.

Students of the Faculty of Geosciences do the practical part at the Ferronickel foundry in Drenas

April 10 –

Within the theoretical part of the courses Pyrometallurgy I and II, Ferronickel production technology, Ferrolegure theory - selected chapters, for each year students of the Faculty of Geosciences of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", under the auspices of professor, Zarife Bajraktari Gashi, realize a visit to the new foundry of Ferronickel in Drenas.

The visit is planned for each part of the production process in the meltdown in cooperation with the Faculty of Geosciences, Department of Materials and Metallurgy. The leaders of FoG thank the management of the foundry for the possibilities of conducting professional visits, the realization of topics at the bachelor and master level, as well as the possibility of employing students in the Company of Feronikeli.

UMIB academic staff - part of the seminar "International Credit Mobility" in Warsaw, Poland

April 14-

Based on the strategic objectives of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), for the internationalization and globalization of study programs, Professor Ajtene Avdullahi and Dean, Naser Peci, participated in the seminar "International Credit Mobility" which was held from 10 to April 12, 2019 in Warsaw, Poland. The seminar was hosted by the National Office of Erasmus+ and the Foundation for the Development of the Educational System in Poland, while participants were representatives of the National Offices of Erasmus+ and academic staff from Georgia, Ukraine, Kosovo, Moldova and Poland.

In this seminar, the current state of international mobility was discussed, information and best practices were given, as well as advice on future mobility. Academic recognition at Erasmus+ as well as experiences in finding partners for mobility were discussed. Professor Ajtene Avdullahi presented UMIB with its unique study programs as a potential partner in future mobility within Erasmus +.

Acknowledgments to students who have received scholarships for the 2018/19 academic year

April 16 –

In a solemn ceremony organized on Tuesday at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), gratitude was given to 55 students who were awarded scholarships for the academic year 2018/19. Acknowledgments were shared by the Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, as well as the deans and vice deans of the academic units present at the ceremony.

The Rector, Alush Musaj, congratulated the students who accepted the scholarships and said that they are the best proof of the successes that can be achieved with work and commitment. Your success honors you, your families and all of us as part of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini". You increase the prestige of this academic institution, which fortunately since October last year is working on a new campus. The Speaker of the Student Parliament, Shahin Gashi, also delivered a welcoming speech. He congratulated the students and thanked the leaders of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" for the great commitment to increase scholarships, causing this year students to receive from 1 thousand euros university scholarship.

At the end of the ceremony, UMIB executives, along with deans, vice deans and students, took a joint photo in front of the rectory on the new university campus.

UMIB is a member of the Association of Balkan Universities

April 19 –

The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), has become a regular member of the Association of Balkan Universities (BUA) with the right to vote. All members of the BUA voted unanimously for the membership of UMIB in this association. The Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Besart Hajrizi, who represented UMIB at this conference, said that membership in this well-known association facilitates the internationalization of UMIB and enables cooperation in various fields. "It simply came to our notice that being a member of BUA facilitates the mobility of academic staff and students, enables the hosting of the organization of the annual conference organized by BUA, and generally enables the exchange of experiences of Balkan universities”. Among the activities during the three days of the conference was the presentation of UMIB by Dean Hajrizi. He spoke about the development and consolidation of the university for a short period of time. During the representative meetings of various Balkan universities, they expressed interest in implementing cooperation agreements with UMIB.

Memorandum of Cooperation between FFT and the Kosovo Wine Association

April 24 –

In order to increase the suitability between the education sector and those of market needs, the Faculty of Food Technology (FFT) and the Kosovo Wine Association (KWA) "Enologia" in Rahovec, have reached a memorandum of understanding. The memorandum was signed on Thursday at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" by the Dean of FFT, Milaim Sadiku and the President of KWA "Enologia", Gazmend Daka.

It was a common assessment that the memorandum would have a positive impact on increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of businesses in the wine sector. Through this memorandum of understanding, the signatory parties have expressed their willingness and readiness for cooperation and mutual recognition, aiming at the establishment and further development of professional capacities and knowledge. Within the cooperation, it is foreseen that the parties will help each other based on the activity they carry out. FFT within the study programs will have courses on wine, respectively on "Wine Technology". In this case the FFT-trained staff will be better prepared in this field, which will then supplement the lack of enologists. At the same time, FFT students will develop practical-professional work in the member companies of KVK “Enologia”. The Dean of FTU, Milaim Sadiku, said that this cooperation will have an impact on the increase of human capacities with the demands of the labor market, then on the leaders and other stakeholders of local wine producers, in trainings and seminars of different. The President of the KVA, Gazmend Daka, said that it is planned to extend cooperation to different areas. We have agreed to cooperate for providing opportunities for students in the realization of practical work (laboratory), then the realization of seminar papers and in the work of diplomas at the levels of basic and master studies, the use of laboratories of companies that are within LLC "Enology" etc.", he said.

A delegation from the Erasmus + Office in Kosovo visited UMIB

April 26 –

The Coordinator of the Erasmus + Office in Kosovo, Jehona Lushaku and the Assistant, Blerina Zjaça, visited the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), where they were received by the Rector, Alush Musaj. The meeting discussed the opportunities offered by Erasmus+ for public universities and the mobilization of UMIB in this regard. Rector Musaj, who was also accompanied by the Central Coordinator for Academic Development, Faton Merovci and Ajtene Avdullahu from the Erasmus + Office within UMIB, informed guests about the applications that have been made in the framework of the call for projects. He also spoke about the working group at UMIB that aims to increase the number of applications in the call that is expected to open in October for Erasmus+ projects, etc. The delegation from the Erasmus + Office in Kosovo, then held a meeting with the implementing group of the project "Erasmus + Project No. 598587 - Innovative Teaching Education in Mathematics”.

Rector Musaj visited FFT laboratories

April 30 –

The Rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Alush Musaj, visited on Tuesday the laboratories of the Faculty of Food Technology (FFT), after settling in new spaces in university buildings. Accompanied by the Dean of FFT, Milaim Sadiku, they saw closely the work being done there. Dean Sadiku, said that after the placement in the new spaces within the university facilities, extremely good conditions have been created for practical work. "The new spaces have created the opportunity to put into operation all the equipment found within the three FFT laboratories." On the other hand, Rector Musaj congratulated Dean Sadiku as well as the teachers and students for the new spaces. "It's a great pleasure to see students and teachers working in such good conditions that they have been created on the new university campus."

According to him, the new spaces have contributed to a revival of university activities. In this context, he mentioned scientific conferences, activities and various joint projects between the University and business, etc.

UMIB part of the Career and Job Fair

May 3 –

The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB) is represented in the 9th edition of the Virtual Fair of Career and Work that opened on Friday in Pristina. In this fair organized by the Center for Career Development at the University of Prishtina, in addition to public universities, private colleges and various educational institutions, many companies and private companies were also present.

Director of Information and Public Communication at UMIB, Ahmet Jashari, said that the Career and Job Fair is a good opportunity to exchange information between universities and companies on the one hand and citizens on the other. "Citizens who have attended the fair, in most cases young people, are interested in the study programs offered at universities."

According to him, this is the second time that UMIB is represented at this fair, which has already established a good tradition. "It's a great experience and opportunity it is used by educational institutions ", he said.

Law students took first place in the simulated trial competition

May 24 –

Students of the Faculty of Law at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), have taken the first place in the race for a simulated trial in the criminal field. In this competition sponsored by USAID, Mitrovica students left behind students from the University of Prishtina, Prizren, Peja and Gjilan.

The Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, congratulated the management of the Faculty of Law, teachers Islam Qerimi and Xhemajl Veliqi as well as the students engaged in this competition. "Your success honors us and at the same time is an additional motivation for future generations for work and further success."

As a sign of gratitude for this success of the students, during the next week a solemn ceremony will be organized in which case the lecture cycle for this academic year will be closed and the promotion of the study program for graduates who want to study at the Faculty of Law in Mitrovica.

Professors and students of Istanbul Technical University visited UMIB

May 22 –

Professors and students of Istanbul Technical University, accompanied by business owners in Turkey, visited the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), where they were received by the Rector, Alush Musaj. They are interested in the possibilities of cooperation with UMIB, given the similar programs in the field of geology.

In this context, they discussed the establishment of cooperation with the Faculty of Geosciences. Rector Musaj thanked them for the visit and their readiness for cooperation. "We are cooperating with many universities in Turkey and we have an extremely good experience in this regard."

The two sides agreed to jointly prepare and find areas of co-operation, in order to organize a case-by-case ceremony for the signing of the agreement.

The constitutive meeting of the UMIB Senate was held

May 28 – After the elections in the academic and student units at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", on Tuesday was held the constitutive meeting of the Senate with a new composition. The mandates of the new members of the Senate were first verified, who then signed the ethical statement.

The Rector, Alush Musaj, who chaired the meeting until the election of the interim chairman, wished success to the members of the Senate. While then prof. asoc.dr. Aziz Behrami, with unanimous support, was elected interim chairman of the Senate.

According to the agenda foreseen in this meeting, the deans of the academic units were formally voted, according to the proposals of the faculty councils. Dean of the Faculty of Geosciences was elected, Prof. Dr. Naser Peci, Faculty of Food Technology, Prof. Asoc. Dr. Milaim Sadiku, Faculty of Mechanical and Computer Engineering, Prof. Dr. Hakif Zeqiri, Faculty of Law, Prof. ass. dr. Agron Beka, Faculty of Economics, Prof. ass. dr. Qazim Tmava, Faculty of Education, Prof. ass. dr. Merita Shala.

Gratitude and reward for the students who won the simulated trial competition

May 30 –

The Rector of Isa Boletini University in Mitrovica, Alush Musaj, and the Chairman of the Steering Council, Ali Topalli, received on Thursday the professors, Islam Qerimi and Xhemajl Veliqi, as well as the group of students of the Faculty of Law, who won the competition for simulated trial in the criminal field.

On this occasion, Rector Musaj shared gratitude for the professors and students who participated in this competition sponsored by USAID, where Mitrovica students left behind students from the University of Prishtina, Prizren, Peja and Gjilan.

Rector Musaj congratulated the professors and students for the success achieved in this competition. "Your successes are an indication of the good and dedicated work being done at our university. Also, this success honors you, your professors and our entire university ", he said.

The Steering Council of UMIB, has decided to reward the participating students with 150 euros each.

National Audit Office without remarks

for the University "Isa Boletini"

June 20 – In the published report of the National Audit Office for the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), as a sub-program of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MEST) for funding in 2018, no issues are addressed. During the examination of the submitted documentation based on the applied standards, the auditor gave an unmodified opinion on the grounds that the required documentation and files were prepared in all material aspects, in accordance with the applicable financial framework. UMIB Rector Alush Musaj stressed that the audit report, which did not provide any single remarks, shows the professionalism and successful management in this institution.

Meanwhile, the Director of Finance at UMIB, Besim Kurti, said that the audit process was carried out in order to improve the international audit of the supreme audit institutions (SNISA). " The required files were sufficient for the general auditor to give a professional opinion regarding the financial management”.

The approved regulations, compensations, etc., for which no remarks were found, were also audited. No remarks were found on the Development Strategy for the University of Mitrovica for the years 2018-2021, in the field of budget and processes which are related to the strategic plans approved by the MEST. Kurti said that the auditor did not have any remarks or comments regarding the planning, performance and index of the budget realization for the year 2018.

Two Dutch students presented the study on waters discharged from the dairy industry

July 1 –

As part of the Erasmus + program, Dutch students Jelner de Jong and Johannes Kingma presented a research on the treatment of wastewater discharged from the dairy industry in Kosovo at the Faculty of Food Technology (FFT) on Monday.

Part of this research conducted in collaboration with the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, the Association of the Dairy Industry of Kosovo (ADIK), the University "Van Hall Larenstein" from the Netherlands and the organization "YUNIKO", were students, Fjolla Latifi and Bleron Fazliu, who hailed it as an extraordinary experience.

The purpose of this research, which was presented at FFT, was to analyze the level of pollution caused by water, in this case from whey, discharged from the dairy industry, as well as the possibility of producing foods that could be used for humans or animals. Otherwise, long ago at the Faculty of Food Technology, the Center of Expertise, which aims to treat the water discharged from the dairy industry and increase the quality of dairy products.

The meeting of the Conference of Rectors of Kosovo Public Universities was held

July 1 –

At the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), was held on Monday the meeting of the Conference of Rectors of Public Universities of Kosovo, where they discussed the current issues and problems facing these universities. Three agenda items were discussed at the meeting; number of students to be enrolled in the academic year 2019/2020, temporary statutes of the four universities and institutional accreditation. Regarding the number of students who will be enrolled in the academic year 2019/20, the participants agreed to address a request to the Minister of Education to allow the enrollment of students from minority and non-Kosovo communities over the total number. allowed under accreditation. This was assessed as a necessary measure in order not to damage many study programs in universities, given that many of the quotas for students from communities and those outside Kosovo are not met. As for the temporary statutes that have 4 out of 7 public universities, it was agreed to create a joint group for their drafting and processing as soon as possible for approval in the Assembly of Kosovo. It was assessed that the temporary statutes are hindering the development of these universities, therefore there is a need to approve the permanent statutes as soon as possible. The meeting also discussed concerns about the recommendations of external experts for some universities in terms of institutional accreditation. This and other important issues for the university were discussed on Monday at a meeting that the rectors held with the Minister of Education.

Rector Musaj offers support to the Student Parliament

July 2 –

The Rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Alush Musaj, received the leaders of the Student Parliament, after the completion of the election process at all levels and the constitution of the new governing bodies. The Rector congratulated the new leaders of the Student Parliament and offered support for their activities. He stressed that at Isa Boletini University, an extremely good tradition of collaboration between management and student representatives has been established. "We appreciate your work and dedication as student representatives and will support any activity and engagement for the benefit of students and the University at large." On the other hand, the Speaker of the Student Parliament, Ansar Suma, congratulated the Rector on his second term and expressed his readiness for full cooperation. He said that students are part of all the mechanisms where decisions are made at the University, which is a very important factor.

The Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center is operationalized

July 4 –

After the cooperation between the Ministry of Innovation and Entrepreneurship and the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" for the establishment of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, today is the first step to make this center functional, where Ass. Besart Hajrizi has been appointed director of this center.

Ass. Besart Hajrizi is a lecturer at the Faculty of Economics - UMIB and at the same time a doctoral student in the field of innovation at Shefield University - UK.

The following weeks will be concrete actions of the projects of this very important center for the future of the university and the whole city of Mitrovica.

Cooperation agreement with "Swiss Caritas" July 5 –

The Faculty of Education at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), will cooperate with "Swiss Caritas" in order to improve the quality of education and provision of education in pre-primary education. For this purpose, the Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj and the director of "Swiss Caritas" in Kosovo, Vera Hang Arbenz, signed a memorandum of cooperation within the project "Establishment of Higher Quality Preschool Standards, strengthening Education, Science and Economics (Hope) ”. Rector Musaj, who was accompanied by prof. Merita Shala, dean of the Faculty of Education, thanked "Swiss Caritas" for the cooperation. "We appreciate your support and are confident of the success of the partnership for the betterment of quality education," he said. On the other hand, the director of the "Swiss Caritas" in Kosovo, Vera Hang Arbenz, expressed satisfaction with the willingness of the leaders of UMIB for cooperation. "We are encouraged by your willingness and expect tangible results in this regard." Otherwise, in the framework of the agreement signed for cooperation, the main objectives that are intended to be achieved are specified, such as the increased capacity of future educators of pre-primary education in contemporary methodology. As a result, it is expected that curricula as part of the curriculum will be reviewed and enriched with practical activities. It is also planned that future educators will give lectures on contemporary teaching methodology, including the use of new didactic teaching aids.

Construction of the dormitory and canteen begins

July 4 –

Work has begun on the construction of a dormitory and student canteen on the campus of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB). These two very important projects for the University in the amount of 6 million euros will be funded by the Ministry of Public Administration (MPA). The Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, accompanied by the Secretary General, Xhelal Smakiqi, visited the workshop where they started to build these facilities, which will create extremely good conditions for students. He expressed satisfaction with the start of work on the construction of the dormitory and canteen, which will complete the new university campus. The rector said that with these investments the university campus in Mitrovica will be among the best in the region. "After the construction of facilities for faculties and the rectorate, it has now begun to build dormitories and canteens and soon sports fields, which takes the final shape of the new university campus in Mitrovica." The dormitory is planned to have 270 beds. According to the foreseen dynamics, the works are expected to be completed in 2 years. The works are being carried out by Acg-Ada - Consulting Group SHPK.

The Career Development Center is established

August 5 –

With the decision of the Steering Council of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", the Center for Career Development (CCD) is established. The Center will initially operate within the Office of Public Information and Communication. The Rector, Alush Musaj, said that the establishment of the Career Development Center (MDC), within the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" is a very important project for the future. "Such a center would be a great way to provide information and mediation to students." While the director of the Office for Information and Communication with the Public, Ahmet Jashari, said that this center will help increase the prestige of UMIB and will create opportunities for absorption of various grants and donations related to the center itself, but also the University itself. CCD will help students of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", in terms of developing knowledge and skills that will help them with employment, providing opportunities for students to gain work experience during their studies, providing information on the labor market, providing the opportunity to access information on studies, training, seminars, lectures and other activities ", he said. The center will help develop skills, knowledge and skills, which are key to the employment process of students and graduates, will provide digital services for education, counseling, development and career guidance, etc.

UMIB benefits from several projects under the Erasmus + program

August 8 –

The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), has implemented several projects under the Erasmus + program. The Rector, Alush Musaj, said that these projects are very important for students, academic staff and the future of UMIB.

In partnership with local and international institutions of higher education, UMIB has launched the project "Improving the Culture of Research in Higher Education in Kosovo", worth about 1 million euros. This project will last about 3 years and is one good opportunity for the exchange of experiences between partner universities and the establishment of research culture in higher education institutions in the country and beyond.

The other project that has been selected for funding under the Erasmus + program has to do with international cooperation and improving project management. UMIB is a partner in this project.

In the meantime, as a partner, the Faculty of Education has implemented the project "Towards a quality oriented primary teacher education in Kosovo". This project is considered of special importance for the Faculty of Education, as it directly contributes to increasing the quality of the programs offered, the quality of teaching and the quality of student preparation as future teachers.

Students can use the Geological Survey equipment for practical work

September 16 –

Equipment of the Kosovo Geological Service (KGS), located at the Faculty of Geosciences within the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, can be used by students for study purposes. For this purpose, a cooperation agreement was signed on Monday by the General Director of the KGS, Fidaim Sahiti, and the Dean of the FoG, Naser Peci.

The signing ceremony of this agreement at the UMIB Rectorate was also attended by the Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj and the Acting Minister of Economic Development, Valdrin Lluka. They expressed satisfaction with the creation of facilities for students in terms of using the equipment of the KGS. Otherwise, according to the cooperation agreement, the conditions for the use of these devices for students and the academic staff have been precisely defined.

The European Geological Survey promotes the "International Conference on Geosciences" held at the University "Isa Boletini" October 3 –

"International Multidisciplinary Conference on Geosciences", organized by the Faculty of Geosciences at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), the Independent Commission for Mines and Minerals, the Ministry of Economic Development and the Kosovo Geological Service in the list of activities on the official website of the European Geological Survey. As such, this Conference, which will be held on October 10 and 11 at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini", has become a scientific event throughout Europe. Otherwise, the Conference has aroused the interest of scientists from many parts of the world. According to the organizers, until July 20, 2019, when the deadline is closed, 86 participants have registered to participate in the conference. A total of 55 abstracts were submitted, of which 42 were accepted. In addition to researchers from local universities, the conference will be attended by researchers and scientists from around the world, such as Finland, Italy, Poland, Turkey and Slovenia. Researchers from abroad are mainly professors at universities, with which the Faculty of Geosciences has cooperation.

Memorandum of Cooperation between the Faculty of Education and the US Embassy

October 3 –

The Faculty of Education at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" and the Foreign Relations Department of the US Embassy in Pristina, have reached a Memorandum of Cooperation to create a working space for the work of the English language assistant from the Fulbright program, known as ETA (English Teaching Assistant). The memorandum is valid for the period October 1, 2019 to June 15, 2020.

As part of this Memorandum, the partners agree to work together to promote English language teaching in the community, through activities, presentations on various topics related to US culture, society and history. In the Memorandum, the responsibilities of the institution and the assistant coming from the Fulbright program are specified.

"International Conference on Geosciences", has gathered at the University of Mitrovica researchers from different European countries

October 10 – UMIB’s, "International Conference on Geoscience" has started on Thursday at the University of Mitrovica, which has aroused extraordinary interest both inside and outside the country. 86 participants were registered at the conference, where they were submitted a total of 75 abstracts, of which 52 were accepted.

Beside local universities, the conference was also attended by researchers and scientists from various European countries, such as Finland, Italy, Poland, Turkey and Slovenia. The conference was organized by UMIB, the Independent Commission for Mines and Minerals, the Ministry of Economic Development and the Geological Service of Kosovo, has been assessed as an extremely important event for geosciences. The Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, welcomed the guests at this conference, which according to him, is a significant event not only for the University of Mitrovica and Mitrovica, but also for our entire country in general. "We are honored to have the opportunity to host such an event, which is included as an event in the list of activities of 2019 by the European Geological Survey. It means that the conference we are opening today is of European proportions and we are extremely happy about that."

He stressed that the presence of scientists and researchers from different European countries, in addition to those from the region and the country, give a good understanding of this conference on geoscience. "Kosovo and Mitrovica in particular, due to the specifics, are in dire need of events of this nature. The events of a scientific nature have been few and have remained in the shadow of the political circumstances from the post-war period onwards in our city, therefore this conference is good news ", said Musaj. At the opening of the conference, the chairman of the Organizing Council of the Conference, Sabri Avdullahi, then the Dean of the Faculty of Geosciences, Naser Peci, academic, Minir Dushi, etc. spoke.

Study opportunities in France were introduced

October 16 –

Officials of the French Embassy in Kosovo, on Wednesday presented to the students of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), the opportunities for studies at French universities. Joseph Giustiniani, Associate Professor at the French Embassy, and Zana Latifi, head of the Campus France at the French Alliance, spoke about these opportunities. In the presentation organized at the A1 Theater, the students were accompanied by Professor Besart Hajrizi, who welcomed and thanked them for the opportunity to inform UMIB students about the opportunities to studiy in France.

He stressed that this is a good opportunity for students who want and are interested in studying in France. The students were informed about all the details related to their studies in France, starting from the quotas of the academic year, student life, scholarship opportunities, etc.

Collaboration with "Debate Center" to develop critical thinking within the university

October 17 –

The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), will cooperate with the organization "Debate Center", in order to organize workshops and debates related to the development of critical thinking of students. For the realization of these activities, the rector of UMIB, prof.dr. Alush Musaj and Erblin Hoxha from "Debate Center" signed a Memorandum of Cooperation.

Within this Memorandum, it is foreseen to carry out activities such as professional workshop for student training and stages on argumentation, critical thinking, public speaking ability and listening ability. It is also envisaged that UMIB will support the establishment of sustainable debate clubs within the university.

Rector Musaj thanked the leaders of the "Debate Center" for the opportunity to jointly carry out such activities for the benefit of students and other staff within the university. "It is a good opportunity that is offered to our students, so we express our commitment to support the activities that will be carried out within this cooperation," he said.

Gratitude to the organizers of the "International Conference on Geoscience"

October 18 –

Organizers of the International Conference on Geoscience, held on October 10 and 11, 2019 at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), were honored with gratitude for their commitment. In a ceremony organized on this occasion, the rector, Alush Musaj, has shown his gratitude for the work they have done and for the success that the conference has achieved.

Rector Musaj said that the conference has been an extremely good experience for UMIB, for the academic staff and for the students. "Thanks to your contribution as organizers, the conference has gone very well and has aroused the interest of many researchers who have come from different European countries and the region," he said, paving the way for this conference to become traditional.

On the other hand, the Chairman of the Organizing Council, Sabri Avdullahi, thanked the Rector for his unstinting support regarding the organization of the conference. He stressed that the conference was very successful and as such honored UMIB.

According to him, the scientific papers presented at the conference will be summarized in a separate publication. "This conference has demonstrated our capacity to organize a European-scale scientific event."

The conference was organized by UMIB, the Independent Commission for Mines and Minerals, the Ministry of Economic Development and the Geological Survey of Kosovo.

Rector Musaj, part of the seminar "Erasmus + with the Western Balkans"

October 25 – The rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Prof. Dr. Alush Musaj, is participating in the seminar "Erasmus+ with the Western Balkans", organized by the European Commission and held in Tirana. The main goal of the seminar is to exchange experiences in the field of internationalization and build new partnership agreements between universities. Rector Musaj said that the seminar is attended by about 200 representatives from higher education institutions (HEIs) from 34 countries that are part of the program "Erasmus +" and from partner countries of the Western Balkans (Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro and Kosovo). "The aim is to increase the number of applications in the region in the next call for proposals from Erasmus +, offering concrete opportunities for networking." According to him, the event will include all international actions of "Erasmus+”, with a special focus on the International Credit Movement and Capacity Building in Higher Education.

As in previous editions, the event will include network sessions and a series of seminars that address, among other things, recognition, application forms, selection and support for participants, etc.

UMIB is represented in “Innovative Teaching Education in Mathematics” (iTEM)

October 30 –

Three representatives of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), are participating in the workshop organized within the project "Innovative Teaching Education in Mathematics" (iTEM), which is taking place at the University of Aalborg in Copenhagen. Faton Merovci, project coordinator at UMIB, said that 43 participants from different countries are participating in the workshop, such as Kosovo, Denmark, Sweden, Austria, Northern Macedonia, Greece and Uzbekistan. According to him, various topics are being developed in this workshop, such as the Project Management Rules, the discussion about the objectives achieved in this project, the next 6-month plan about the implementation of the project, the financial report carried out in the framework of this project as well as the training for the application of PBL methods in mathematics that is being organized by the experts of the University of Aalborg in Denmark. From Kosovo, in addition to UMIB, representatives of the University of Prishtina and Universum College are also participating.

Two FFT students participate in the "Third Croatian Conference on Food Risk Assessment"

October 30 –

Two students of the Faculty of Food Technology (FFT), Arbnora Durmishaj and Ylberina Baliu, stayed for a week in Osjek, Croatia, where they attended the Autumn School, organized by EFSA and the Croatian Food and Agriculture Agency. This event was held in the framework of the "Third Croatian Conference on Food Risk Assessment". The purpose of the two-day conference was to mark World Food Day, with a particular focus on the importance of a healthy diet. Topics related to nutrition assessment as a basis for risk assessment, the benefits of a unified control system, harmonization of data collection, current events and trends in risk assessment and customer communication were also discussed. In addition, they contributed to the workshop entitled: "Research on the practical application of risk assessment in the field of food safety." Experts from other Balkan countries such as Bosnia, Montenegro, Macedonia, Serbia and Turkey also took part in the event.

Rector Musaj is participating in the workshop within the project "HERAS" October 30 –

The rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Alush Musaj, is participating in a workshop being held in Vienna within the project "HERAS". Rectors of other public universities in Kosovo, as well as representatives of the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology (MEST) and the Kosovo Accreditation Agency are also participating in this workshop, which was organized at the end of this project.

In this workshop, the results of the “HERAS” project will be presented and discussed, as well as the experiences that have been gained regarding the planning, implementation and sustainability of the project. Otherwise, the “HERAS” project has aimed at applying the access to higher education planning approach based on the regional proliferation of public institutions of higher education in line with the new Law on Higher Education. The project also aimed to help improve the quality of public universities, to stimulate scientific research work within universities and the orientation of young people in the field of applied sciences, for to help the socio-economic development of the country. The project was implemented in cooperation between the Austrian Development Agency (ADA) and the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology in Kosovo.

An information session on the internationalization of the University was held

November 1 – Leaders of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), have intensified efforts in terms of university internationalization. In this context, an information session was held on Friday on the commitment that is being made in this regard. In the presence of vice-rectors, general secretary, professors and students, Professor Besart Hajrizi and Professor Albulena Grajqevci have presented the projects that are being implemented in terms of university internationalization. The project “Quality Development of International Cooperation and Project Management (QUADIC) was mentioned, within which regulations are envisaged that will standardize international cooperation in public universities. In this session it was said that 1/5 of the programs in universities are expected to be in English. As a result, there was a need for a general mobilization of all structures in the university, in terms of these objectives. Specifically, it was emphasized that the Office for Foreign Relations should be operationalized as soon as possible in UMIB and the Strategy for International Cooperation should be drafted. There was general agreement on the need for greater commitment in this regard. The Vice Rector for Foreign Affairs, Behxhet Shala, expressed full support regarding the work for internationalization. "We are committed to doing everything possible to be successful in our university's journey and internationalization," he said.

HERAS project leaders visited UMIB

November 5 – The rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica (UMIB), Alush Musaj, received the leader of the project "Higher Education, Research and Applied Sciences in Kosovo" (HERAS), Aqim Emurli, with whom he has discussed the progress and achievements of the university from this project. It was assessed at the meeting that a good job has been done for the universities within this project. Rector Musaj thanked the leader of HERAS for the support so far and the readiness to help UMIB in all segments it needs. "We are very grateful for the work that has been done within the HERAS project and we hope that this will continue," he said. HERAS project leader Aqim Emurli, on the other hand, praised the approach of UMIB executives. "We are encouraged by your commitment and we are ready to help in terms of meeting the criteria for institutional accreditation." Otherwise, the HERAS project is initiated by the Austrian Development Agency-ADA, in cooperation with the Ministry of Education of Kosovo. The project, which is a conclusion, has contributed to the development of higher education, the stimulation of research and scientific work within universities to help the socio-economic development of the country.

International Conference "Social Institution in Contemporary Society"

November 15 –

On November 15, 2019, the International Conference “Social Institution in Contemporary Society” has started its work and will last for two days. The conference will present 168 papers, with the participation of 270 authors and co-authors, in 15 regular sessions and special sessions. The conference is also attended by academics Rexhep Qosja, as the keynote speaker of the conference, then academic, Servet Pellumbi, Ambassador of Albania in Kosovo, Qemajl Minxhozi and many personalities of social, academic and political life from the country, region and beyond. This annual conference is the 14th organized by AIS / ALBSA (Tirana) and partner institutions and the 3rd conference where the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (co- organizer) is part. This time the conference is taking place at the University of Durrës "Aleksander Moisiu", Albania. In this conference, from UMIB are participating the vice- rector prof. dr. Behxhet Shala and the Dean of the Faculty of Education Prof. Ass. Dr. Besim Gollopeni.

100 new seedlings were planted on the university campus

November 15 –

Students and young people from the city of Mitrovica took part in a green action on Sunday in the premises of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB). The young people have expressed their satisfaction with this action organized by the NGO "GAIA" within the project "Climate for Change". A total of 100 new ideas have been planted, and the idea of the organizers is to continue the action in this space in the future. UMIB officials thanked the organizers and students who took part in the action for the greening of the university campus, which aims to become a model space in Mitrovica. Otherwise, the action was made possible by the “Civil Society Program for Albania and Kosovo” and was funded by the Norwegian Ministry of Foreign Affairs and managed by the Kosovo Civil Society Foundation (KCSF) in partnership with Albania Partners for Change and Development (PA)).

Rector Musaj met with SBASHK leaders

November 18 – The Rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Alush Musaj, received on Monday in a meeting the leader of the United Trade for Education and Science in Kosovo (SBASHK), Rrahman Jasharaj and the leader of the Trade Union of Universities, Science and Culture (SUSHK), Bardh Bardhi, with whom he talked about deepening cooperation. Rector Musaj thanked the leaders of the unions for their work and commitment to the benefit of workers, but also the institutions themselves.

During the meeting, which was also attended by the leader of the Union of Workers of UMIB, Afrim Çelaj, various issues related to university workers were discussed, both academic and administrative. The issue of salaries of university administration employees, for whom the co-ordinates have not yet been determined, was raised as a concern.

The rector offered support to union representatives, who are working to improve the situation of workers, in this case those in universities. "We appreciate your work and commitment and express our readiness to support you in your technical mission," said Rector Musaj.

On the other hand, union leaders thanked the rector for his support and congratulated him on his new university campus in Mitrovica.

Collaboration with “Van Hall Larestein” University in the Netherlands continues

November 21 – As part of the ERASMUS + program, the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), continues the cooperation with the University of Applied Sciences "Van Hall Larenstein" of the Netherlands in the academic year 2019/2020. This is the third year of cooperation, which includes the exchange of staff and students. All exchanges are planned for the second semester and should be completed before July 1, 2020. This framework also includes the following activities: Four students from FFT will go to study in the Netherlands for 5 months starting from in February, two students will go to study water technology- environmental sciences and two others to study milk technology. Two FFT teachers will stay in the Netherlands for 5 days. One teacher for milk technology and the other for water technology. They will also give a lecture in the respective fields. Meanwhile, from the Netherlands to FFT will stay twice by 2 students in a 3-month period.

The "First Job and Career Fair" was held at Isa Boletini University

November 21 –

Organized by the Career Development Center and supported by GIZ, the "First Job and Career Fair" was held on Thursday at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB). Private companies, public companies and faculties of UMIB participated in this activity. At the opening ceremony of the fair, the Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, thanked the companies for participation and cooperation. "Cooperation between the university and business, not that it is needed, is imperative. The more we offer ourselves as an academic world and as a business the more it creates the opportunity for both parties to be successful. And when we are successful, then society itself is successful, "he said. According to him, UMIB is trying to open as much as possible about the business, their ideas and their experience. He stressed that they are also trying to adapt to the demands and needs of the market, so that students are ready and prepared for new trends. In this context, he mentioned that in addition to the programs, cabinets, laboratories offered at UMIB, a very important segment is the cooperation with public and private companies in the country. As a result, he said, students can practice in companies that relate to the nature of their studies, quickly taking the step of new technology. Speaking on behalf of the businesses, Gani Durmishaj from the dairy "Aldi", who praised the good cooperation they have with UMIB. "We have noticed that students are very well prepared theoretically, but that they need support for practical work. We are open as businesses to deepen cooperation with the university, while the fair is a good opportunity to identify opportunities for cooperation. GIZ representative Rrahim Trepça praised the good organization of the fair and promised to continue cooperating with UMIB. "This is the first step and we are determined to deepen cooperation with UMIB for the benefit of students and academic staff."

SMU offers great opportunities for academic staff and students

November 22 –

In order to make the most of the University Management System (SMU), a training session was organized with the leaders and the academic staff in the faculties. The training was conducted by the network administrator, Zymber Haliti, who provided explanations for the great opportunities that SMU offers for both academic and student internships. In the trainings that were held separately in the academic units, it was requested that the SMU be used more, since so far this has not happened. Haliti explained that the University Management System (SMU) is an electronic data management platform for student service. According to him, the SMU consists of many modules, such as: Student registration application module, Graduation module, Student payment module, Sta IDt and student ID card module, Diploma module, Insurance module quality and evaluation, Module of competencies and teaching contents, Library Module, etc.

The "Programming Group" was formed in the Department of Engineering Informatics

November 22 – In order to advance the knowledge in the field of programming in the Department of Engineering Informatics at the Faculty of Mechanical and Computer Engineering, the "Programming Club" was established. This club is run by the head of the Department of Engineering Informatics, Ass. Berat Ujkani.

Otherwise, the club aims to gather all students who have an increased interest in programming, who through regular meetings on campus work to practically advance their knowledge. The head of the department indicates that this activity will be held three times a week.

More precisely, on Mondays from 15:00-18:00, Tuesdays from 15:00-18:00 and Fridays from 10:00-15:00. "As part of the winter session for the academic year 2019/2020, the activities will be held within the period 11.11.2019- 10.01.2020", he says.

Vice Rector Shala met with student representatives

December 4 – The management of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB) and the Student Parliament will coordinate the actions for the benefit of students. The Vice-Rector for Teaching, Student Affairs and Scientific Research, Merita Shala, and the leaders of the Student Parliament agreed on this in a joint meeting.

Vice Rector Shala congratulated the students for their activities, which have dynamized the student life in UMIB. She expressed support on behalf of the management for all student initiatives and activities, which also affect the increase of the quality of work at the university.

On the other hand, the Speaker of the Student Parliament, Ensar Suma, thanked the Vice- Rector for the reception and the readiness to intensify cooperation. "I would like to take this opportunity to thank you on behalf of the Student Parliament for the support we have from the management and directly from the Rector for our activities."

In this context, the students raised the need for the university library on the new campus to open at 08:00 and stay open until 18:00. They also acknowledged the need to organize training for the use of the University Management System (SMU).

Economics students show high performance during practical work

December 9 – Students of the Faculty of Economics of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), who are engaged in work for the Bachelor's degree in Raiffeisen are distinguished for their professionalism. This was said by the leaders of this bank, who presented the results of a research regarding the performance of these students.

Naim Haxha, regional manager of Raiffeisen Bank, said that the performance of 9 UMIB students who have completed the internship has been evaluated. According to him, these students are distinguished from others by their professional training, while there is a need to work harder in terms of socialization.

Haxha stressed that the assessment was made for three different aspects. "The test of the written application has been evaluated, then the practical work and the interns who are in employment. The results are beyond expectations and that shows their good preparation, "he said.

This presentation was welcomed by the management of UMIB and the Faculty of Economics. The Vice Rector for Finance, Ajtene Avdullahi, said that this assessment is an extremely good way to identify the real situation of the preparation of students for the labor market and the adaptation of the syllabus.

While the Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Qazim Tmava, thanked the leaders of Raiffeisen Bank for cooperation and for the opportunities they offer to UMIB students.

Cooperation agreement with the University "Fan S. Noli" in Korça

December 9 – In order to intensify the development of teaching and research, the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB) will work closely with the University "Fan S. Noli" in Korca. For this, a Cooperation Agreement was signed, during a visit that the Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, realized in Korça together with the Chairman of the Steering Council, Ali Topalli and the Deputy Chairman, Musa Dibrani.

In a meeting with the rector of the University "Fan S. Noli" in Korça, Ali Jashari, they talked about the specifics of the two universities and the areas where cooperation can be extended. In this context, the increase of academic interaction as a promoter of multidimensional development of the nation was emphasized.

Rector Musaj thanked his counterpart for inter-university cooperation, which is first and foremost for the benefit of the academic staff and students themselves. "This enables the development of activities related to the exchange of academic staff, researchers and students."

As activities envisaged within the signed agreement, the exchange of textbooks and other public textbooks, the realization of joint publications, the exchange of publications, the organization of meetings and joint seminars, etc. are also foreseen.

Acknowledgments to students who have received a university scholarship

December 10 – The Rector of the University "Isa Boletini" in Mitrovica, Alush Musaj, on Tuesday shared gratitude for 71 students who have received the university scholarship for the academic year 2019/2020. In addition to the rector and vice-rectors, the leaders of the Student Parliament were also present at the ceremony.

Rector Musaj congratulated the students who met the criteria to receive the scholarship. "Your success makes you, our families and, of course, our university, so we are very pleased with your work and dedication," he said.

Meanwhile, the Speaker of the Student Parliament, Ensar Suma, thanked the Rector and the management in general for their support. "We are very pleased with the support we have from the management. Scholarships are an additional motivation for us and for future generations.

The academic staff and students were informed about the national schemes of grants for scientific research, innovation and international cooperation

December 10 – Leaders of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), professors and students, participated in the Information Day organized by the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology to promote national research schemes. Also, in this activity that was held in the premises of UMIB, MEST officials have presented the possibilities of support for innovation and international cooperation.

Initially, the participants were greeted by the Rector of UMIB, Alush Musaj, who thanked the MEST officials for organizing this presentation. "We believe that it is necessary to organize such activities, so that academic staff and students are informed firsthand about these opportunities that are offered to you in terms of scientific research," he said, calling for the use of as much as possible. more these opportunities.

On the other hand, MEST officials spoke about the fields and criteria in terms of grants offered within the framework of national research schemes, international research programs and academic and mobility.

Project for paid internships for students of technical programs

December 12 – Students of technical programs at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), will be able to engage in paid internships for a period of 6 months after graduation. This project will be implemented in cooperation between UMIB, GIZ and the Employment Office in Mitrovica.

In a joint meeting, officials of these institutions agreed on the details related to the implementation of this project for the benefit of students. In this context, it is planned that 100 students of technical programs will engage in paid internships, after registering with the Employment Office.

The Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Merita Shala, thanked GIZ and the Employment Office for this opportunity for UMIB students. "It is a very attractive project for our students, whom we invite to take advantage of this opportunity by taking advantage of practical work and being paid at the same time."

On the other hand, Vjosa Mullatahiri from GIZ and Besmir Salihu from the Employment Office, expressed their satisfaction that they can help in the realization of this project.

Rector Musaj visited the South East European University in Tetovo

December 12 – The University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB) will intensify cooperation with the South East European University in Tetovo (SEEU). UMIB Rector Alush Musaj and his counterpart Abdylmenaf Bexheti agreed on this during a joint meeting in Tetovo.

During the meeting, which was also attended by the Chairman of the Steering Council of UMIB, Ali Topalli and the Deputy Chairman, Musa Dibrani, they discussed the common areas where inter-university cooperation can be extended. In this context, the increase of human capacity and joint projects was emphasized.

Rector Musaj and his counterpart expressed their readiness to continue the communication so that the cooperation extends to the level of the professors and students of both universities.

UMIB students visited the University of Tetova

December 17 – A group of students from the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), led by the leaders of the Student Parliament have visited the University of Tetova (UT) in Northern Macedonia. They held a meeting with their UT colleagues, with whom they talked about the possibility of cooperation. The President of the Student Parliament of UMIB, Ansar Suma, thanked their colleagues for the reception and readiness for cooperation. "Visiting and talking with colleagues at UT was an extremely good experience for us. We discussed the data we have as students and our commitment to increasing the decision-making role in universities, "he said. Students from both universities also talked about organizing joint activities, which will increase the quality of work in universities and the dynamism of student life.

FFT student Edona Sadriu benefits an internship in Germany

December 17 – As a result of cooperation with various local and international companies and organizations, students of the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB), are finding great opportunities in their professional advancement. In this context, the master's degree student at the Faculty of Food Technology, Edona Sadriu is an extraordinary example of success. After the completion of the project 3- year-old “Management of Contaminated Areas” supported by GIZ (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit) and implemented by one of the world's leading companies in the field of Environmental Engineering HPC AG and in cooperation with FFT, she has completed practical work in HPC AG in Kriftel, Germany. After the success shown there, she has signed an employment contract in the offices of this company in Prishtina. She thanks the HPC AG company, especially the commitment of dr. Christoph Olk, director of the office in Krifte, Ali Ahmeti, director of the office of the company for the Balkans as well as FFT executives for support. "It would be impossible for me to achieve this without support.

Eight new entrepreneurs from the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship were certified

December 24 – Eight entrepreneurs, women and young people, were certified by the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship within the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini" (UMIB) in cooperation with "Caritas Kosova" after the implementation of the project "Empowerment of women and employees through employment in the region of Ferizaj and Mitrovica.

The training consisted of five modules over five days and another three days of mentoring, where they are for entrepreneurship: Basics of entrepreneurship, legal and administrative requirements, accounting and bookkeeping, Strategic Marketing and Business Plan. Participants who will prepare the best plans will be evaluated by a committee of experts and will be subsidized by the European Union.

For the successful implementation of the project, the director of the Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, Besart Hajrizi, has shared gratitude for the manager of "Caritas Kosova", Arif Kadriu.

The Mitrovica student produces cheese from whey December 24 – Petrit Idrizi has denied the popular saying, at least the second part of it that "Oats do not become blessings and milk whey". As a master's student at the Faculty of Food Technology (FTU) at the University of Mitrovica "Isa Boletini” (UMIB), has managed to produce cheese from whey and with this he has defended the diploma thesis entitled“ Evaluation of cheese- whey technology ”. Idrizi says that the idea for this was born during his stay at a university in the Netherlands, within the Erasmus + program. "With a group of students during their stay in the Netherlands we started an experiment to produce cheese from whey and the professors were amazed after the presentation of our work ”. According to him, the presentation was highly appreciated by the professors there and this encouraged him to continue this project even after he returned to UMIB. Idrizi emphasizes that this has been something new for the nature of the research work that has been done at FFT but has found support from teachers and in this case from the mentor, Prof. Dr. Alush Musaj. Even though FFT laboratories lack some of the equipment needed for this type of production, it has been successful in conducting its own research and producing whey cheese.

It shows that this has aroused the curiosity of students, as so far, such an experiment has not been conducted in Kosovo. An important fact in the scientific aspect is that the cheese produced was microbiologically analyzed and came out within normal parameters. "As such, this product is ready for the market," he says. From the information he has requested, this type of cheese is produced and sold in Scandinavian countries, where 1 kilogram is sold for 20-30 euros. According to him, the cheese produced from whey is red in color, has no salt and is preferably used in the morning. In terms of composition, he says, there are carbohydrates, protein and iodine. "It's especially good for those who deal with stress, as it strengthens and increases muscle mass." Regarding the idea that this type of cheese is produced by the dairy industry in Kosovo, Idrizi emphasizes that there is still no serious project, as a market study is needed.

Law students visited the Kosovo Documentation Center December 27 –

A group of students from the Faculty of Law, led by the leaders of the Student Council, have organized a study visit to the Documentation Center of Kosovo. Students had the opportunity to see up close the exhibition "Once upon a time there was never a", where were exhibited various things that testify to Serbian crimes in Kosovo.

The Director of the Humanitarian Law Center, Bekim Blakaj, presented to the students the new branch of law "Transitional Justice", where students received basic information regarding this branch and its mechanisms, as well as the recent war in Kosovo and the situation of victims of war.

The President of the Student Council of the Faculty of Law, Arlind Sadiku, said that these activities will continue, as they are very important for students.

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