News & Events

Guest lecture on AI and Google Cloud for our Business students

Students from our Business Administration & Economics Department had the opportunity to attend an informative guest lecture on ‘AI to the Rescue: How Google Cloud can supercharge your digital transformation’ delivered by Elias Papachristos, Google Cloud and Community Management Consultant. During the presentation Mr Papachristos discusses the ways in which Google Cloud revolutionises the digital transformation journey across industries. He also referred to strategies that startups and enterprises follow to seamlessly integrate AI and other transformative technologies into their operations. The guest lecture took place in the context of the ‘Case Studies in Digital Transformation' module led by Dr Elina Ketikidi Gerakis.

04/04/2024

Step Up: Celebrating Student Achievement

Enriching Perspectives in the Macroeconomic Spotlight  

01/04/2024

A Day at KLEEMANN - Our Business students visit a leading lift manufacturer

17 April 2024 Unveil the future of mobility at KLEEMANN, one of the major liſt manufacturing companies in the European and global market founded in 1983 in Kilkis, Greece. Witness cutting-edge technology firsthand and discover how they are leading the way. From residential havens to bustling commercial spaces, KLEEMANN crafts innovative solutions for every journey - passenger lifts, escalators, moving walkways, and more. Dive into their world of pioneering spirit and see how their dedication to outstanding Human Resource Management fuels their success. Prepare to be impressed! This company visit is part of educational activities offered within the Human Resource Management 3rd-year undergraduate module led by Dr Giovanni Serafini.  

01/04/2024

Professional Development Seminar: Employability Skills Reflection

3-4 April 2024  

01/04/2024

A Day with Deloitte Greece

A successful event with remarkable student participation and engagement On 27th of March 2024 more than 50 students from our Business Administration and Economics Department and our Computer Science Department attended a successful event titled ‘A Day with Deloitte Greece’ where they had the opportunity to gain valuable insights into Deloitte's history, values, and mission. The event proved a great opportunity for our students to meet Deloitte representatives - Mr. Stavros Kiriakidis, HR Assistant Manager and Mr. Ioannis Karasavvoglou, HR Consultant - learn more about the diverse range of career paths and roles available within the organisation and the key skills and competencies that Deloitte looks for in candidate employees. Following the presentation our students also had the opportunity to engage in informal discussions (interviews) with Deloitte representatives. The event was organised by the Career, Employability and Enterprise Centre of CITY College, University of York Europe Campus in collaboration with two departments and it received remarkable participation and engagement.    

29/03/2024

Alumni Reception in Skopje: A celebration of success and connection

A successful alumni reunion with 250 graduates attending Delegates from CITY College rejoined with our graduates, creating a heartwarming atmosphere. Warm smiles and heartfelt reunions filled the Skopje Alumni Reception on the 21st of March, as over 250 alumni gathered to celebrate their shared past at CITY College and create new bonds. A delegation from CITY College, University of York Europe Campus, consisting of Dr. Megaklis Petmezas, Vice-President for New Developments, Marketing, and Recruitment, Dr. Nikos Tsorakidis, Deputy Vice-President for External Engagement and Partnerships, Professor Leslie Szamosi, Director of the Pan-European Executive MBA, Ms. Ioanna Kapnopoulou, Head of Public Engagement and Corporate Services, Mr. George Efstathiadis, Director of the Executive Development Institute (EDI), Dr. Ioanna Stamatopoulou, Head of the Computer Science Department, Ms. Theofano Kyriakou, Director of Student Services and Alumni and Ms Marija Nikovska, Country Manager in Skopje, joined the Alumni reception and celebrated with the graduates the reunion. Also, the Consul General of Greece, Mrs Maria Diagouma, honoured the event with her presence. Dr Petmezas warmly welcomed all alumni and guests expressing his joy at reuniting with our alumni community in Skopje again: "As we celebrate our 35th anniversary, we look to the future with optimism and ambition. We aspire to be a leading institution in the region and beyond, ensuring excellence in education, research and innovation. We aim to empower our students to become global citizens and leaders who can meet the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century. We are creating a lasting legacy and impact that will benefit generations to come. To achieve this vision and goal, we need the continued support and partnership of our students and graduates. We encourage them to connect with their fellow graduates, share experiences, collaborate on projects and celebrate their success, because they are not only our past, but also our present and our future." The event presented our graduates – most of them already thriving in the business world – with the opportunity to reconnect, network, and enjoy a social gathering filled with nostalgia and joy. The reunion proved to be a heartwarming and memorable occasion, as gratuates relived cherished memories from their time at CITY College and discussed how their studies have significantly impacted their professional journeys. CITY College has a substantial alumni community in the country, with over 1,500 members to date. Photo Gallery To view more photos please see the link below: Alumni Reception in Skopje gallery  

28/03/2024

Employability Skills Seminar for Computer Science bachelors students by Dr Stamatopoulou

Undergraduate students from our Computer Science Department recently participated in an enlightening Professional Development Seminar titled 'Employability Skills Reflection.' Led by the Department Head, Dr. Ioanna Stamatopoulou, the seminar allowed our students to contemplate the professional abilities they have acquired throughout their academic journey.  

27/03/2024

Guest Lecture: A.I. to the Rescue: How Google Cloud Can Supercharge Your Digital Transformation

22/03/2024

Guest Lecture: Mind Matters: Exploring Neuromarketing for Business Excellence

22/03/2024

13th Strategic People Management Workshop

10 April 2024  

22/03/2024

Professional Development Seminar: Postgraduate Studies: Making the right choice for success

26 March 2024  

22/03/2024

A successful 'Free Memory Test Day' by CITY College, Alzheimer Hellas and the YMCA

A successful event with a substantial turnout in Thessaloniki More than 100 people had the opportunity to do a free preventive memory test A great opportunity for our student volunteers from the postgraduate programmes in Cognitive Neuropsychology and Clinical Neuropsychology of CITY College who participated in the activity to put their knowledge into practice, as well as offer to the community. The Free Memory Test Day organised by CITY College, University of York Europe Campus, the Hellenic Society of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders (Alzheimer Hellas) and YMCA was held with great success and large attendance on Wednesday, 20 March 2024 at the premises of YMCA in Thessaloniki. More than 100 people had the opportunity to do a free preventive memory test and receive the results and corresponding instructions. The supervision of the event was undertaken by Ms Georgia Papaioannou, Lecturer in Neuropsychology at the Department of Psychology of CITY College and Ms Magda Ouzouni, Psychologist at Alzheimer Hellas. Student volunteers from the postgraduate programmes in Cognitive Neuropsychology and Clinical Neuropsychology of CITY College also participated in the activity and had the chance to put their knowledge into practice as well as offer to the community. The event was attended by Dr Madga Tsolaki, Neurologist-Psychiatrist-Theologist Professor at the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and President of the President of the Panhellenic Federation of Alzheimer's Disease and Related Disorders, Dr Suzie Savvidou, Head of the Psychology Department of CITY College, Dr Manousos Klados, Associate Professor of the Psychology Department of CITY College, Ms Aristi Tzoni, Directorate for Action and Social Offer of YMCA, as well as other representatives of the three organising bodies. The Free Memory Test Day took place in the context of the social responsibility action of CITY College, Alzheimer Hellas and YMCA with the aim of promoting the prevention of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, as well as informing the public and raising awareness. Special Thanks A big THANK YOU to Georgia Papaioannou, Lecturer in Neuropsychology at our Psychology Department and to Magda Ouzouni, Psychologist at Alzheimer Hellas for the scientific supervision of the event, to Nena Evgeniadou, Part-time Lecturer at our Psychology Department, as well as to our student volunteers (Fenia Tsaousi, Dimitris Panagos and Spiros Torofias) from our postgraduate programme in Cognitive Neuropsychology and Clinical Neurospychology, who participated in the event!    

21/03/2024