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related activities, e.g., courses on the relevant sub-field, theoretical courses, publications, pedagogical work. ERASMUS+exchange possibilities UL full-time students, regardless of their citizenship, have the opportunity to apply for the ERASMUS + exchange program for studies or/and traineeship. More information: ERASMUS + study mobility ERASMUS + traineeship moblity Admission requirements Master degree in Geography or Natural Sciences or a comparable degree. An application, a plan for the dissertation, a CV, and recommendations. Entrance examinations for full and part time students involve discussions that are organised by the Commission of the Admission at the University. English language proficiency. As a part of the admission process applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview. Autumn Intake ( application start: 02 Jan 2023; studies start in Sept 2023) Full-time Contact persons for more information about the programme: Programme director Dr

4th International BIP Staff Training Week "Critical Thinking Integration: COIL and AI Tools for HE Enhancement" Hosting Higher Education Institution: University of Latvia Institution website: www.lu.lven/ Country: Latvia Language: English Dates: April 26, 2024, face-to-face May 20 till May 24, 2024 Registration fee: Free of Charge Maximum number of participants: 20 Deadline for applying: April 24, 2024 Accommodation: Accommodation not provided Contact person details: Justīne Vītola justine.vitola@lu.lv Target Group We are pleased to invite both administrative and academic personnel from partner and potential new partner universities to the 4th International BIP Staff Training Week "Critical Thinking Integration: COIL and AI Tools for HE Enhancement

Introduction This exercise is one of the basic exercises of the mindfulness practice. It helps to develop attention retention by concentrating on the feeling of the motion created by breathing within one’s body. This exercise both develops the concentration and calms your mind. The stronger the concentration is on the selected observable object, the deeper states of tranquility it is possible to experience. Since the breathing rhythm is related to the emotional state, the awareness about one’s breathing allows to gradually develop the sense of self-regulation. Breathing can become the support - the anchor in stress-related situations, as well as the shelter in the daily routine – a moment of rest when you do not have to go anywhere or do anything. By establishing the contact with natural breathing rhythm, the switching between sympathetic and and parasympathetic nervous system takes place – it brings in relaxation, energy restoration and well-being. This mindfulness practice

While 2021 was a challenging year, it was an important initial mark for innovation, education and science. Changes and the epidemiological situation have contributed to the transition to digitalisation, new studies, discoveries, innovations created by students and ideas in various marathons. "The most important thing is to create the right environment where people with a good idea and sufficient motivation can make their ideas come true and take them all the way to entrepreneurship. This time has shown that the development of the culture of innovation greatly depends on seizing opportunities, experiments, digital skills and new knowledge that need to be continuously improved," says professor Signe Bāliņa, Head of the Innovation Centre LUMIC at the University of Latvia (UL). Looking back at the results and moving beyond Due to the activities carried out by the Innovation Centre LUMIC, 20 idea generation marathons took place, three start-ups were founded, 228 innovations were created

Solar Cup 2017 results The Solar Cup takes place for the 10 th time in Latvia. There were 26 teams from different schools registered for the competition. All the participants received the kits of solar cells and engines. On June 3, 24 teams each consisting of 1-3 people arrived. It was total of 56 pupils from Aloja, Jelgava, Liepāja, Mālpils, Kalēti, Vārkava, Madona, Naukšēni, Rauna and Riga schools as well as from Jūrmala and Lielvārde youth interest education centres, At 10:00 the event was opened by Deputy Director of ISSP UL Andris Šternbergs, some guiding instructions were given by event’s main organizers and referees, ISSP UL researchers Ainārs Knoks and Pēteris Lesničenoks. The event also showcased real zero-emission vehicles - a solar electric tricycle and an electric-hydrogen tricycle developed by the ISSP UL. The absolute winners of the Solar Cup 2016 were determined based on a number of criteria – home work (model sketches and video on how they made their model

The University of Latvia pays great attention to the development of international collaboration in order to promote international identification, exchanges and to strengthen good reputation. The University of Latvia has been always active in international collaboration. Nowadays the objective is to focus on the content and quality in order to make internationalization a balanced element of education and research. The internationalization processes take place in the following areas: bilateral cooperation agreements (with 231 universities in 53 countries); membership in the international university organizations and networks ; participation in international educational and research programmes and projects ; exchanges of students and teachers (exchange statistics); international cooperation on the faculty, institute, department and individual levels. By participating in international university organizations and active membership in networks such as EUA (The European

to the study field have the necessary knowledge, motivation and language proficiency to start doctoral studies in theology and religious studies. English language proficiency. Autumn Intake (application start: 19 Oct 2022; studies start in Sept 2023) Full-time Contact persons for more information about the programme: Programme director Prof. Valdis Tēraudkalns valdis.teraudkalns@lu.lv Programme secretary Ilze Stikāne ilze.stikane.tf@lu.lv The programme has been developed within the framework of the project “Design of Internationally Competitive Study Programmes Promoting the Development of the National Economy of Latvia at the University of Latvia” (project No. 8.2.1.0 / 18 / A / 015).

of highly qualified psychology experts who do scientific and professional work in Latvia, and this hinders the development of psychology itself as well as development of education, mental health, and social well-being. ERASMUS+exchange possibilities UL full-time students, regardless of their citizenship, have the opportunity to apply for the ERASMUS + exchange program for studies or/and traineeship. More information: ERASMUS + study mobility ERASMUS + traineeship moblity Admission requirements Masters Degree in psychology. English language proficiency. As a part of the admission process applicants will be asked to participate in an online interview. Autumn Intake (application start: 02 Jan 2023; studies start in Sept 2023) Full-time Contact persons for more information about the programme: Programme director Prof. Ivars Austers ivars.austers@lu.lv Programme secretary Olga Pole olga.pole@lu.lv

Post-Soviet studies represent an interdisciplinary scientific field exploring the characteristics pertaining to the social, economic and political development of the countries of the former Soviet Union and their international relations. Despite the different history of Latvia and the other Baltic states and their membership in the EU and NATO, the Baltic states are also part of the post-Soviet space and their development prospects are to a significant extent linked to the post-Soviet heritage and overcoming it. The doctoral school constitutes a cooperation platform for doctoral students, lecturers and researchers from the following disciplines – political science, sociology, communication studies, history, economics, philology, geography. Regular interdisciplinary seminars dedicated to doctoral school topics will be organized for doctoral students. The doctoral school also promotes contact establishment with social partners (ministries, Riga City Council, entrepreneurs

Degree to be achieved: Master`s Degree in Health and Sports Sciences Duration of studies: 2 years Type of studies: Full time Amount of credits: 80 credit points or 120 ECTS European Qualifications Framework (EQF) level: Level 7 International Standard Classification of Education (ISCED) level: Level 7 Language of instruction: English Accreditation: the programme is accredited until 02.02.2029. Tuition fee EU/EEA/Swiss citizens and their family members; Long Term Resident EU - 2700 EUR per Year Other сountry citizens - 4600 EUR per Year Aim of the study program - to provide students with the opportunity to study, analyze and develop the beneficial aspects of sport and physical activity - physical, mental, emotional and social, which improve the health and quality of life for all individuals, from children and young people to seniors, from patients with serious pathologies to professional high achievements, sports athletes, thus contributing to the growth