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Our students at Round Two in the IBM Universities Business Challenge (UBC) 2015-16
Congratulations to our students participating in the IBM Universities Business Challenge (UBC) 2015-16 for participating to Round Two! Our team participated the Semi-finals of this international competition that took place at the University of Sheffield! In this highly competitive round our team got the 17th place competing against 40 participating teams and received very positive feedback. Our team comprised five students from our academic departments, namely, Ioannis Zafiridis, Nikolaos Mantsios, Maria Gourmou, Tringa Krasniqi and Filip Stefanovic entered this year’s IBM Universities Business Challenge (UCB) representing the University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College. Our team competed against students from other universities worldwide in this international student competition. Each week teams had to make financial decisions on all aspects of the company they are running, in order to maintain a sustainable, profitable and socially responsible business.Throughout all stages of the competition our students demonstrated knowledge, professionalism, team spirit and innovative thinking. Our students described it as a unique experience where they acquired new knowledge and tested their abilities and team spirit. Congratulations to our students for their excellent performance and representation of the International Faculty in this international competition! Meet the International Faculty’s participating team! Name Academic department Year Ioannis Zafiridis Business 3 Nikolaos Mantsios Business 3 Maria Gourmou English Studies 2 Tringa Krasniqi Computer Science 3 Filip Stefanovic Business 3 What is the Universities Business Challenge (UCB)? The Universities Business Challenge is the UK's longest established and most recognised simulation-based competitive challenge for undergraduates designed to develop employability and enterprise skills. Supported by the UK's leading universities and graduate employers, more than 21,550 students have benefitted from participating in the UBC Worldwide over the past 17 years. The fact that the UBC is growing year-on-year is testament to the value that participating university educators, students and employer partners put on the competition. The UBC content is based around realistic business simulations developed by Learning Dynamics. The simulations are designed to engage and develop students' employability and enterprise skills so that they are given a head start in their careers. More…
29/03/2016
Our Students Union becomes part of the Sheffield Student Union
CSU – SU Twinning On 11 February, after a series of discussions, our Students Union (CSU) became part of the Sheffield Student Union (SU) in the SU Council meeting, where the motion for the twinning of the two Unions was voted. CSU Officer, Vasilis Kikalos, travelled to Sheffield to represent CSU in this meeting. The motion was passed by total majority and CSU is currently working on implementing in detail the spectrum of changes this will bring to the unions’ Constitutions. The initiative for the twinning started by this year’s SU and CSU teams in order to integrate the two bodies in the exemplar of the University of Sheffield and the International Faculty integration. This is a very important development as our students will have steady representation in Sheffield while it will also strengthen the cultural and social relationships between students in both campuses (Thessaloniki and Sheffield). The two Unions are already working on joint initiatives, with the SU being keen to involve the CSU and its students in upcoming events. In a few months, with the completion of the procedural process, the students of both campuses will be considered one body by Sheffield Students’ Union and the CSU will act as a part of the Union. “This kind of integration is challenging and complex, especially considering the size and scale of Sheffield Students’ Union and of its operations. We also believe that it's a very uncommon integration at a British, or even European level. But, we have a common vision and a bigger picture that guides us and undoubtedly, when the integration will mature enough, the benefits will be great for our students and the Sheffield community.” said Vasilis Kikalos while CSU President Theodora Theodoridou commented “I am really happy to see this unique merge taking place. I believe there is so much space for common initiatives and activities. Students at the International Faculty will come closer to students studying at Sheffield and will surely benefit from this integration.” Undoubtedly, the twinning of the two Unions is a very important development for the role of our Union, its strength and the relations of our students with the fellow-students studying at Sheffield, UK.
26/02/2016
Our students reach Round Two in the IBM Universities Business Challenge (UBC) 2015-16
Congratulations to our students participating in the IBM Universities Business Challenge (UBC) 2015-16 for making it to Round Two! Our team is now on its way to the Semi-finals of this international competition which is a great success by itself! A group of five students from our academic departments, namely, Ioannis Zafiridis, Nikolaos Mantsios, Maria Gourmou, Tringa Krasniqi and Filip Stefanovic entered this year’s IBM Universities Business Challenge (UCB) representing the University of Sheffield International Faculty, CITY College. Our team is competing against students from other universities worldwide in this international student competition and are ready to compete with top teams. Each week teams have to make financial decisions on all aspects of the company they are running, in order to maintain a sustainable, profitable and socially responsible business. The Round 3 Grand Final is run live over one day. This is scheduled for late March 2016 and will be hosted by the lead employer partner IBM at a London venue. The top ten teams from the Round 2 Semi-Finals compete to be Winners of UBC United Kingdom and put their university’s name on the trophy. Meet the International Faculty’s participating team! Name Academic department Year Ioannis Zafiridis Business 3 Nikolaos Mantsios Business 3 Maria Gourmou English Studies 2 Tringa Krasniqi Computer Science 3 Filip Stefanovic Business 3 What is the Universities Business Challenge (UCB)? The Universities Business Challenge is the UK's longest established and most recognised simulation-based competitive challenge for undergraduates designed to develop employability and enterprise skills. Supported by the UK's leading universities and graduate employers, more than 21,550 students have benefitted from participating in the UBC Worldwide over the past 17 years. The fact that the UBC is growing year-on-year is testament to the value that participating university educators, students and employer partners put on the competition. The UBC content is based around realistic business simulations developed by Learning Dynamics. The simulations are designed to engage and develop students' employability and enterprise skills so that they are given a head start in their careers. More…
02/12/2015
Our Students participate in the Virtual Cultural Exchange with the University of Sheffield
On Friday, 27 November 2015, our Students Union in collaboration with the Sheffield Students’ Union in the UK co-organised a ‘Virtual Cultural Exchange’ Skype session where students from the International Faculty ‘met’ fellow-students studying in at the University of Sheffield, UK, discussed and exchanged ideas and experiences. The Skype session took place as part of the celebrations University of Sheffield Students' Union OneWorld Week. Participating students discussed differences and similarities of living in Thessaloniki and Sheffield. They also talked about student life in the two cities and shared their views. The virtual cultural exchange presented a great opportunioty to our students to connect with students studying in the UK campus and learn more about them and exchange thoughts and ideas. The CSU aims to strengthen the relationship between the students from CITY College and the University of Sheffield students in the UK, and this initiative was a step towards that direction. Watch the unedited video created by CITYmatography club
02/12/2015
World AIDS Day - Our students raise awareness on campus
On the World AIDS Our Students Union (CSU) and the Marketing Club joined forces to raise awareness and build support. All throughout the day, information stands were set up around our main campus in Thessaloniki with students giving out information flyers, red ribbons and, of course, condoms. "AIDS continues to spread rapidly and people continue to be misinformed. With this action we hope that our community at the International Faculty got to know more and care more. It's not only about wearing the red ribbon." said Theodora Theodorodou, CSU President.
02/12/2015
Introducing our new Students’ Union Board (CSU) 2015-16
Like every year, the 2015 electoral period at the International Faculty of the University of Sheffield, CITY College, concluded with the election of 64 class representatives and five (5) Student Union Officers, elected by the entire student body at the Faculty’s main campus in Thessaloniki. Students’ Union Board (CSU) 2015-16 Theodora Theodoridou, 3rd year student at the Psychology Department is the new CSU President. Theodora together with the four other members of the board, namely, Apostolos Dermentzopoulos, Vice President, Kostis Κaragiannis, PR Officer, Vasilis Kikalos, Welfare & Educational Officer, Fotis Karagiannis, Sports & Events Officer, represent the student body voice for this year and are very enthusiastic about their new role. The new CSU has already organised a series of events and activities is setting new goals for this academic year. All students are encouraged to become active and join or even suggest new initiatives for this year. After their election the five CSU Officers made the following preliminary statements: Theodora Theodoridou, CSU President Hello everyone, my name is Theodora Theodoridou and I am a psychology student. As the President of our Students' Union for this academic year, my goal is to ensure an improved student life and experience! It is within my responsibilities to oversee the organizing of different activities and educational initiatives, promote collaboration, as well as social awareness and personal development for all students, in coordination with the Faculty & the student bodies. I’m always available in campus, at our CSU office during: Tuesday, Thursday & Friday from 12:00-14:00 and through email at csupresident@citycollege.sheffield.eu. Apostolos Dermentzopoulos, Vice President Hey there! My name is Apostolos Dermentzopoulos and I'm studying in MSc in Management with expertize in Logistics and Supply Chain Management. As the Vice President of the CSU, my major goal is to connect postgraduates with undergraduates this year, in order to, all of us, enjoy the same student experience. I hope to meet each one of you in order to accomplish this goal together. You can always reach me at csuvicepresident@citycollege.sheffield.eu. Kostis Κaragiannis, PR Pfficer Hi, my name is Kostis Κaragiannis and I am a student here, in CITY college's Business Department! I'm a 2nd level student and the Student Union's Public Relations Officer. It is my job to organize events, promote our activities and strengthen further the ties between our Faculty and Sheffield. You can reach me at the CSU office on Wednesdays 12:00-14:00 and Fridays 14:00-15:00. Email at csupublicity@citycollege.sheffield.eu. Vasilis Kikalos, Welfare and Educational Officer Hey there, I’m Vasilis, currently studying Computer Science, and I’m your Welfare and Educational Officer on the Students’ Union for 2015/16. I deal with both academic and non-academic issues and I’m here to ensure that every student receives the best possible education experience, and a great academic life in total. No problem is too small, so please feel free to contact me for ideas, issues or concerns. I’m available for you via email at csuwelfare@citycollege.sheffield.eu or you can always stop by the Students’ Union office (ground floor), on every Tuesday and Thursday 09:00 - 12:00. Fotis Karagiannis, Sports Officer Ancient Greeks used to say that there must be a healthy mind in a healthy body. While the University is working on the mind, I'll take care of the rest. My office hours are: Wednesday 12:00-14:00 and Friday15:00-16:00. You can also reach me at csusports@citycollege.sheffield.eu.
02/12/2015
Induction Week 2015 in Thessaloniki
Academic year 2015-16 kicked off with the Induction Week during which staff and faculty welcomed students at the International Faculty. The Induction week took place at our main campus in Thessaloniki, 5-9 October 2015. Undergraduate and postgraduate students from all levels and departments attended the induction week sessions and activities which included faculty welcomes, introduction to academic activities, procedures and regulations, chance to meet the professors and fellow-students, presentation the Information & Learning Commons (ILC) facility and the overall learning environment, presentation of this year’s student clubs and societies and social events. The welcome party that took place on the last day of the Induction Week at our new café ‘CITY Break’, gave students the opportunity to socialise and have fun with fellow-students. The Induction Week is held to orient and welcome students and help them familiarize with the International Faculty’s environment and settle in before the official commencement of classes. View the photo gallery
12/10/2015
"Every end a new beginning" - Student from the English Studies Department posts on USE's blog
Our student, Maria Gourmou (BA in English Language and Linguistics), writes in the University of Sheffield Enterprise (USE) blog after completing her internship at the University of Sheffield, UK. "Every end a new beginning". Well said, Maria! http://enterprise.shef.ac.uk/2015/09/beginning
12/10/2015
Congratulations to The 2015 Sheffield Graduate Award Winners!
Warm congratulations are in order for our graduates – 11 this year! - namely, Keqa Alba (BA Hons in Business Studies), Neagu Laura Claudia (BA Hons in Business Studies), Papadopoulou Sofia (BSc Hons in Psychology), Trasanidis Charalampos (MSc in Management), Salvari Vasilki (BSc Hons in Psychology), Gavri Maria (BSc Hons in Psychology), Kristina Karatoli (BSc Hons in Psychology), Agushi Genc (BSc Hons in Computer Science), Barbu Miruna Karmen (BSc Hons in Psychology), Dermentzopoulos Apostolos (BA Hons in Business Studies), Ntotsi Paraskevi (BSc Hons in Psychology) who are this year’s Sheffield Graduate Award winners. To meet the award criteria students worked in parallel to their studies, undertook extracurricular initiatives and expanded their skills and knowledge by getting involved in a variety of valuable activities. Indicatively, some of the activities they participated in involved: charity initiatives and community volunteering, the Annual Students’ Spring Symposium, the Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and other initiatives and events of the International Faculty. They also presented substantial work experience and worked on various international projects while some of the winners acted during their studies as class representatives. Upon the completion of their studies they managed to accumulate the number of hours necessary for the Sheffield Graduate Award. The University of Sheffield introduced this award wishing to produce graduates with distinctive qualities that every typical Sheffield graduate should have, such as drive for personal growth and self - improvement, enterprise and life skills development. This prestigious award brings an extra dimension to their qualifications, enriching their personal development and substantially boosting their career prospects. Once again, congratulations to our students on their achievement! www.sheffield.ac.uk/thesheffieldgraduateaward
12/10/2015
Successful Summer Schools at the International Faculty in Thessaloniki
Three amazing summer schools, that run in parallel, marked the end of summer 2015 at our main campus in Thessaloniki. Built on the success of the previews years, this year’s summer schools, brought together students from the University of Sheffield, UK, the International Faculty, Greece as well as other countries like Serbia, Kosovo, Armenia, Romania and Bulgaria, creating a truly international dimension. Themed, ‘New Media, New Tech-tools, New Opportunities: from Pinterest to LinkedIn’, ‘Developing an International Employability Profile’ and ‘Cognition and Emotion’ the summer schools included daily classes, excursions to cultural and natural sights, as well as other activities which added a different dynamic to the learning experience. The third summer school was jointly organised by the Psychology Department of the University (UK) and the Psychology Department of the International Faculty (Greece) and was attended only by psychology students studying in two departments. As part of the summer school programme students to relax and spend a day on the sandy beaches of Chalkidiki on an daily excursion organised by the International Faculty. The summer schools concluded with a field trip to Vergina, the internationally famous burial site of the kings of Macedon, including the tomb of Philip II, father of Alexander the Great. Feedback from students illustrated how the summer schools offer an opportunity to get a taste of studying in Thessaloniki and the International Faculty of the University of Sheffield and get a flavour of the Greek summer while studying a subject of their interest. One student that attended the Summer School said: “I mostly enjoyed the panel interview; it was a unique hands-on experience! I had the opportunity to "compete" with other candidates in fully realistic conditions. Another Summer School milestone was the interview preparation with Dr. Nikolaidis, who shared with us his rich personal experience, which motivated me in a big way!” while another added “I enjoyed the lectures, since they covered interesting topics. I also enjoyed meeting new people with different cultures and backgrounds. But the most wonderful experience for me was the visit to Vergina.” The summer schools at the International Faculty proved to be a truly international, educational and cultural experience to all participating students. Summer school photo gallery
30/09/2015
Exciting student trip to the University of Sheffield (VIDEO)
Watch the video created by our students, sharing their experience from their trip to The University of Sheffield!
17/06/2015
New Students’ Union (CSU) elected
The International Faculty has new leadership for its Students’ Union (CSU) as a result of the electoral process that took place last week. The new CSU Board and appointed Officers are: President Ms. Theodora Theodoridou Welfare and Educational Officer Mr. Vassilis Kikalos Sports and Events Officer Mr. Fotis Karagiannis PR Officer Mr. Konstantinos Karagiannis Together with the Vice President who will be elected by postgraduate students and the class representatives, they will represent the voice of our students for the academic year 2015-2016. The current and the next CSU team The current CSU will hand over as of October 2015 to the new Board. Congratulations to the new CSU. The International Faculty wishes them best success!
11/06/2015
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