Have you ever wondered why we have thrown ourselves so passionately into the quest for numbers and rankings? Wondered why everything has become quantifiable and why this is the ultimate measure of success?
Read the full article by the Chair of the PDO Department, Associate Professor Ms. Marina-Selini Katsaitis, published in the international edition of the newspaper "Kathimerini" (ekathimerini.com), at the following link:
https://www.ekathimerini.com/opinion/1228955/the-futile-pursuit-of-numbers/
The Department of Regional and Economic Development (REGED) of the Agricultural University of Athens participated in the 8th Delphi Economic Forum, which took place in Delphi, on 26-29 April 2023.
The Delphi Economic Forum is a non-profit organization that seeks dialogue between political, economic, business, academic and other leaders in an effort to address emerging challenges and promote innovative ideas for sustainable and competitive development for Europe and the wider Eastern Mediterranean region.
During the 8th Delphi Economic Forum, the Department of Regional and Economic Development (REGED) of the Agricultural University of Athens, in cooperation with Polygreen and the Global Centre for Circular Economy and Culture in Delphi, actively participated through its students, in the initiative of informing the participants towards the reduction of the environmental footprint through the innovative Just Go Zero (Waste) program (aiming at waste reduction), which was carried out through two "smart" recycling stations that accurately measure in real time the quantities of recyclable materials collected during the conference and continuously presenting the results for each material stream at each station.
The participation of the students of the Department of Regional and Economic Development of the Agricultural University of Athens in the emblematic organization of the 8th Delphi Economic Forum, at the historic site of Delphi, promotes the symbolism that Regional Development is built on the thematic pillars of Sustainability, investing in a balanced way in Economy, Society, and Environment, but also that it is a major concern of young people who invest in knowledge, foreseeing a better tomorrow.
The Agricultural University of Athens participated in the 9th International University Fair of IUF 2023 Spring Edition on Friday 28 April 2023 at the Royal Olympic Hotel.
More than 40 Universities from over 10 countries participated in the Exhibition, while students and graduates had the opportunity to discover more than 7000 undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes, learn about available scholarships and attend professional or academic talks.
The Department of Regional and Economic Development (REGED), in the context of promoting academic extroversion and innovation, was a supporter of the effort of the Agricultural University of Athens, having the opportunity - by interacting with the attendees- to present the offered recognized academic programs of study in cutting-edge scientific fields, employment prospects, international collaborations, as well as the development of innovative research and development activities in the scientific fields treated by the Department and the University.
Photo report: https://www.dropbox.com/sh/ayy5icfmjrtda68/AACd-3rLMpWNKcc1o5FPM78Ya?dl=0
The Chair of the REGED Department, Marina-Selini Katsaiti, explains to the local newspaper "En Delphi" the reasons that pushed the REGED Department to set the bar high in terms of the number of admissions to the REGED of the Agricultural University.
Read the interview on p. 5
Following the promotional activities of the Department of Regional and Economic Development of the Agricultural University of Athens, which preceded the previous period, a visit by 45 students of the third grade of Itea High School took place on May 2, 2023. The purpose of the visit, which was an initiative of a secondary school teacher, was to inform the students about the prospects of attending the PDO department of the GPA in Amfissa, the subject of the studies, the duration and nature of the course, and the professional rights and prospects of the graduates. Particular emphasis was placed on the different professions that future graduates can pursue, the prospects and characteristics of each profession, and the particular knowledge and skills they require. The keynote speaker of the event was Assistant Professor Emilia Vlami, while the President of the Department of Regional and Economic Development, Marina Selini Katsaitis, Associate Professor, also addressed the students, focusing on general issues of the students regarding target setting and implementation.
Participation of the President of the REGED Department at STAR FORUM 2023
Developments in the climate crisis, as it is being configured for the upcoming period, require in-depth and scientific analyses that will contribute significantly to sustainable development.
Participants are invited to answer questions on the implementation of the new Common Agricultural Policy, as well as the Green Agreement, in accordance with our country's strategic plan. At the same time, they present their own proposals through the university community, with innovative actions and new technologies, as they themselves design them.
Speakers:
Vlontzos George, Associate Professor, University of Thessaly, Director of the Laboratory of Agricultural Economics and Consumer Behaviour.
Pavli Urania, Associate Professor, Department of Plant Production and Rural Environment, School of Agricultural Sciences, University of Thessaly, Greece.
Katsaiti Marina-Selini, Associate Professor & Chair, Department of Regional and Economic Development (REGED), Agricultural University of Athens, Greece
Coordinator: Sarros Yannis (Agricultural Technologist, Presenter of "Ypithros", STAR Central Greece).
Watch the video at the following link
https://digitalstar.gr/media/6422afd60280be/
The Department of Regional and Economic Development (REGED) of the AUA, is to be represented by its Chair, Ms. Marina-Selini Katsaiti, and the second-year student of REGED and Secondary Education Counsellor, Mr. Konstantinos Dragogiannis, in collaboration with the teacher Ms. Papantoni, at a two-day conference organized by the Department of Primary Education of the University of Ioannina on 27 & 28 May 2023, on the topic "School & University Connection: The voice of students and teachers".
The title of the presentation at the two-day conference of the academic team of REGED is "Career Orientation: the role of higher education in students information".
Information about the Workshop: https://www.uoi.gr/events/syndesi-scholeioy-panepistimioy-i-foni-ton-foititon-kai-ton-ekpaideytikon-mai-2023/
On Tuesday 25/4/2023 at 14.00-16.00, Dr. Alves Wellington, Assistant Professor of the Polytechnic Institute of Porto, Portugal, successfully gave a lecture at the REGED Department entitled: "Sustainability assessment in the industrial sector: Barriers and interventions that need to be done", in the context of the Erasmus+ programme for teachers.
The lecture was held in the Small Auditorium of the REGED's building complex and apart from the teaching staff, administrative staff, and students of the REGED Department, the lecture was attended online (via live streaming) by the other Faculties and Departments of the Agricultural University of Athens.
The Municipality of Delphi, in cooperation with the Department of Regional and Economic Development, the Agricultural University of Athens and the Cultural Centre of Amfissa, contributed to the support of the international educational programme "Agon", by providing on 21/3 and 30/3 (14:30-17:30), two rooms of the Cultural Centre of Amfissa, the Municipal Library of Amfissa, the Municipal Council Room of the Municipal Council of the D. The "Agon" programme included the visit of about 1000 students from Italy and the Netherlands to Greece, with a visit to Delphi and Amfissa on 21 March and 30 March 2023.
Ο Δήμος Δελφών, σε συνεργασία με το Τμήμα Περιφερειακή και Οικονομικής Ανάπτυξης, του Γεωπονικού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών και το Πνευματικό Κέντρο Άμφισσας, συνέδραμαν στην υποστήριξη του διεθνούς εκπαιδευτικού προγράμματος “Agon”, παραχωρώντας στις 21/3 και 30/3 (14:30-17:30), δυο αίθουσες του Πνευματικού Κέντρου Άμφισσας, το χώρο της Δημοτικής Βιβλιοθήκης Άμφισσας, την Αίθουσα Δημοτικού Συμβουλίου του Δ. Δελφών, και το αμφιθέατρο εκδηλώσεων του Παραρτήματος Άμφισσας του Γεωπονικού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών για. Το πρόγραμμα “Agon” περιελάμβανε την επίσκεψη περίπου 1000 μαθητών από την Ιταλία και την Ολλανδία στην Ελλάδα, με επίσκεψη στους Δελφούς και την Άμφισσα στις 21 Μαρτίου και στις 30 Μαρτίου 2023.
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Dear students,
Welcome to the Laboratory of Mnemonic Techniques, organized by the Career Center and the collaboration of the Department of Regional and Economic Development of the Agricultural University of Athens, in Amfissa.
Title/Subject: Do you know your learning style?
Date: Thursday 30th March 2023
Time: 12 pm-2 pm
Place: Αmphitheater
To register send to giannakodima@aua.gr, stating your name, student registration number, year of study, your academic email and your department.
Kassandra Giannakodima
Special Education Teacher M. Ed., MA
Counseling students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities
«Στο πλαίσιο της υλοποίησης της Πράξης «Υποστήριξη Παρεμβάσεων Κοινωνικής Μέριμνας Φοιτητών του Γεωπονικού Πανεπιστημίου Αθηνών» με Κωδικό ΟΠΣ 5045556, η οποία έχει ενταχθεί στο Επιχειρησιακό Πρόγραμμα «Ανάπτυξη Ανθρώπινου Δυναμικού, Εκπαίδευση και Δια Βίου Μάθηση» που συγχρηματοδοτείται από το Ευρωπαϊκό Κοινωνικό Ταμείο (ΕΚΤ)»