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<article class="article-container">
<header class="article-header">
<p class="article-publish-date">Published on April 5, 2025</p>
<h1>Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">Over 200 students gathered in Maribor, raising €1.000 through sport to support families hit by the Kočani tragedy.</p>
<h1>Humanitarian Sports Tournament: Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">Over 200 students gathered in Maribor, raising €1.000 through sport to support families hit by the Kočani tragedy.</p>
</header>
<figure class="article-main-image">
<img width="720" height="480" fetchpriority="high" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-1.webp" alt="The MSOS Maribor team at the humanitarian sports tournament">
</figure>
<img width="720" height="480" fetchpriority="high" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-1.webp" alt="The MSOS Maribor team at the humanitarian sports tournament">
</figure>
<div class="article-body">
<p>On April 5, 2025, MSOS Maribor organized the first humanitarian sports tournament in the history of our organization. The idea came naturally. After the tragic events in Kočani, many of us felt powerless, but we also knew we had to do something. As students, maybe we could not solve everything, but we could do what we do best: bring people together. Sports became the perfect way to channel our emotions and energy into solidarity.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-2.webp" alt="A snapshot of the MSOS Maribor team.">
<figcaption>A snapshot of the MSOS Maribor team.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-1">A day full of energy</h2>
<p>The event took place at the Leon Štukelj Sports Hall, which came alive with cheering, laughter, and the sound of basketballs and futsal balls bouncing across the courts. From the very beginning, you could feel that this was not just about competition. It was about community.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-3.webp" alt="Teams lined up and ready for the start of the tournament.">
<figcaption>Teams lined up and ready for the start of the tournament.</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>We welcomed 12 basketball teams and 4 futsal teams, made up not only of Macedonian students but also of friends from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Spain. That mix of cultures and languages created a special vibe, proof that solidarity does not stop at national borders. Teams supported each other, rivalries ended in handshakes, and every goal or basket felt like a small victory for the cause we were all there for.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-4.webp" alt="Students giving their all on the futsal court, turning competition into energy, laughter, and unforgettable moments.">
<figcaption>Students giving their all on the futsal court, turning competition into energy, laughter, and unforgettable moments.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-2">More than just a tournament</h2>
<p>The matches lasted over six hours, and the atmosphere never slowed down. Friends came to support their teams, music kept the hall lively, and there was always someone explaining the background to newcomers: "We are doing this for Kočani." That constant reminder turned every point scored into something bigger than sports.</p>
<p>At the end of the tournament, symbolic prizes were awarded to the winners. They were not just trophies. They were a way to honor everyone who gave their time and energy to be part of the event.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-5.webp" alt="When victory means more than a game, lifted high by the team.">
<figcaption>When victory means more than a game, lifted high by the team.</figcaption>
</figure>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-6.webp" alt="Warming up before the basketball games, both men’s and women’s teams getting ready for action.">
<figcaption>Warming up before the basketball games, both men’s and women’s teams getting ready for action.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-3">The humanitarian impact</h2>
<p>The most important result was not on the scoreboard but in the donations box. Together, we raised €1.010, which was split between two Macedonian families whose children were undergoing treatment in Slovenia. It was not just money. It was a message that they were not alone, that the student community stood with them during the hardest of times.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-7.webp" alt="High-fives, trophies, and smiles, celebrating victory on and off the court.">
<figcaption>High-fives, trophies, and smiles, celebrating victory on and off the court.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-4">Why it mattered</h2>
<p>For MSOS, this tournament was more than a one-day event. It showed that our community has the strength to respond to challenges with compassion and action. We proved that student life is not only about lectures and exams, or even about parties and fun. It can also be about solidarity, empathy, and humanity.</p>
<p>And maybe most importantly, this was just the beginning. With "Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani", we did not only create a successful humanitarian action. We set the foundation for a tradition that will continue to remind us that together, we can make a difference.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-8.webp" alt="A memorable moment with the organizing team and the victorious basketball and futsal squads.">
<figcaption>A memorable moment with the organizing team and the victorious basketball and futsal squads.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-5">Acknowledgments and thanks</h2>
<p>The tournament would not have been possible without the support of our partners and community. We are grateful to the University of Maribor for providing the entire Leon Štukelj Sports Hall free of charge, to Macedonia Trade for taking care of the refreshments and gifts for the winning teams, and to Radenska for supplying water for all participants.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-9.webp" alt="Thanks to Macedonia Trade and Radenska for supporting the tournament with drinks and refreshments for the players.">
<figcaption>Thanks to Macedonia Trade and Radenska for supporting the tournament with drinks and refreshments for the players.</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>A huge thank you also goes to our MSOS Maribor team and volunteers, who worked tirelessly to make this event a reality. And of course, to all the students who showed up not only as players but also as fans, supporters, and friends. Their cheering, laughter, and energy filled the hall and transformed the tournament into more than a competition. It became a moment of unity, solidarity, and joy that none of us will forget.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-10.webp" alt="The MSOS Maribor team celebrating together after a successful tournament.">
<figcaption>The MSOS Maribor team celebrating together after a successful tournament.</figcaption>
</figure>
</div>
<section class="event-gallery">
<h2 class="event-gallery-title">Photos from the event</h2>
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</article>
<p>On April 5, 2025, MSOS Maribor organized the first humanitarian sports tournament in the history of our organization. The idea came naturally. After the tragic events in Kočani, many of us felt powerless, but we also knew we had to do something. As students, maybe we could not solve everything, but we could do what we do best: bring people together. Sports became the perfect way to channel our emotions and energy into solidarity.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="A snapshot of the MSOS Maribor team." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-2.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>A snapshot of the MSOS Maribor team.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-1">A day full of energy</h2>
<p>The event took place at the Leon Štukelj Sports Hall, which came alive with cheering, laughter, and the sound of basketballs and futsal balls bouncing across the courts. From the very beginning, you could feel that this was not just about competition. It was about community.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="Teams lined up and ready for the start of the tournament." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-3.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>Teams lined up and ready for the start of the tournament.</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>We welcomed 12 basketball teams and 4 futsal teams, made up not only of Macedonian students but also of friends from Serbia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and Spain. That mix of cultures and languages created a special vibe, proof that solidarity does not stop at national borders. Teams supported each other, rivalries ended in handshakes, and every goal or basket felt like a small victory for the cause we were all there for.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="Students giving their all on the futsal court, turning competition into energy, laughter, and unforgettable moments." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-4.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>Students giving their all on the futsal court, turning competition into energy, laughter, and unforgettable moments.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-2">More than just a tournament</h2>
<p>The matches lasted over six hours, and the atmosphere never slowed down. Friends came to support their teams, music kept the hall lively, and there was always someone explaining the background to newcomers: "We are doing this for Kočani." That constant reminder turned every point scored into something bigger than sports.</p>
<p>At the end of the tournament, symbolic prizes were awarded to the winners. They were not just trophies. They were a way to honor everyone who gave their time and energy to be part of the event.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="When victory means more than a game, lifted high by the team." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-5.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>When victory means more than a game, lifted high by the team.</figcaption>
</figure>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="Warming up before the basketball games, both men’s and women’s teams getting ready for action." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-6.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>Warming up before the basketball games, both men’s and women’s teams getting ready for action.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-3">The humanitarian impact</h2>
<p>The most important result was not on the scoreboard but in the donations box. Together, we raised €1.010, which was split between two Macedonian families whose children were undergoing treatment in Slovenia. It was not just money. It was a message that they were not alone, that the student community stood with them during the hardest of times.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="High-fives, trophies, and smiles, celebrating victory on and off the court." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-7.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>High-fives, trophies, and smiles, celebrating victory on and off the court.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-4">Why it mattered</h2>
<p>For MSOS, this tournament was more than a one-day event. It showed that our community has the strength to respond to challenges with compassion and action. We proved that student life is not only about lectures and exams, or even about parties and fun. It can also be about solidarity, empathy, and humanity.</p>
<p>And maybe most importantly, this was just the beginning. With "Playing with Heart, Together for Kočani", we did not only create a successful humanitarian action. We set the foundation for a tradition that will continue to remind us that together, we can make a difference.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="A memorable moment with the organizing team and the victorious basketball and futsal squads." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-8.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>A memorable moment with the organizing team and the victorious basketball and futsal squads.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-5">Acknowledgments and thanks</h2>
<p>The tournament would not have been possible without the support of our partners and community. We are grateful to the University of Maribor for providing the entire Leon Štukelj Sports Hall free of charge, to Macedonia Trade for taking care of the refreshments and gifts for the winning teams, and to Radenska for supplying water for all participants.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="Thanks to Macedonia Trade and Radenska for supporting the tournament with drinks and refreshments for the players." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-9.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>Thanks to Macedonia Trade and Radenska for supporting the tournament with drinks and refreshments for the players.</figcaption>
</figure>
<p>A huge thank you also goes to our MSOS Maribor team and volunteers, who worked tirelessly to make this event a reality. And of course, to all the students who showed up not only as players but also as fans, supporters, and friends. Their cheering, laughter, and energy filled the hall and transformed the tournament into more than a competition. It became a moment of unity, solidarity, and joy that none of us will forget.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="The MSOS Maribor team celebrating together after a successful tournament." decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/maribor-tournament-10.webp" width="720"/>
<figcaption>The MSOS Maribor team celebrating together after a successful tournament.</figcaption>
</figure>
</div>
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<p class="article-publish-date">Published on February 8, 2025</p>
<h1>In Memory of Frosina Kulakova</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">On February 8, 2025, Macedonian students in Ljubljana gathered for a peaceful public event to honor the memory of Frosina Kulakova, who tragically lost her life in Skopje just days earlier.</p>
<h1>In Memory of Frosina Kulakova</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">On February 8, 2025, Macedonian students in Ljubljana gathered for a peaceful public event to honor the memory of Frosina Kulakova, who tragically lost her life in Skopje just days earlier.</p>
</header>
<figure class="article-main-image">
<img width="720" height="480" fetchpriority="high" src="../../../images/frosina-1.webp" alt="Candles and flowers in memory of Frosina Kulakova">
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<p>The news of Frosina’s tragic passing on January 29, 2025, deeply shook students across Slovenia. Even though we are far from home, the pain was shared, and the need to come together was clear. Out of this feeling grew the initiative to organize a peaceful public gathering in Ljubljana, where young people could unite, light candles, lay flowers, and dedicate a moment of silence in her memory.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/frosina-2.webp" alt="Students lighting candles in memory of Frosina">
</figure>
<h2 id="section-1">A message of unity</h2>
<p>This gathering was not about politics or criticism. It was about togetherness, humanity, and shared responsibility. As students abroad, we wanted to show that we care, that we remember, and that we hope for a better tomorrow where such injustices will no longer happen.</p>
<p>By standing side by side in moments like these, we learn that our strength lies not only in our studies and ambitions but also in our ability to support one another when it matters most.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/frosina-3.webp" alt="Flowers and candles laid in remembrance">
</figure>
<h2 id="section-2">Closing thoughts</h2>
<p>Frosina’s story reminded us of the fragility of life and the importance of solidarity. We are grateful to all who came, who lit a candle, or who simply stood with us in silence.</p>
<p>As an organization, MSOS will always strive to provide a space where students can come together, in joy, in struggle, and in remembrance, to shape a community that carries both hope and responsibility for the future.</p>
<p>Rest in peace, Frosina. 🕊️🙏🏻</p>
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<h2 class="event-gallery-title">Photos from the event</h2>
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<p>The news of Frosina’s tragic passing on January 29, 2025, deeply shook students across Slovenia. Even though we are far from home, the pain was shared, and the need to come together was clear. Out of this feeling grew the initiative to organize a peaceful public gathering in Ljubljana, where young people could unite, light candles, lay flowers, and dedicate a moment of silence in her memory.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="Students lighting candles in memory of Frosina" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/frosina-2.webp" width="720"/>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-1">A message of unity</h2>
<p>This gathering was not about politics or criticism. It was about togetherness, humanity, and shared responsibility. As students abroad, we wanted to show that we care, that we remember, and that we hope for a better tomorrow where such injustices will no longer happen.</p>
<p>By standing side by side in moments like these, we learn that our strength lies not only in our studies and ambitions but also in our ability to support one another when it matters most.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="Flowers and candles laid in remembrance" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/frosina-3.webp" width="720"/>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-2">Closing thoughts</h2>
<p>Frosina’s story reminded us of the fragility of life and the importance of solidarity. We are grateful to all who came, who lit a candle, or who simply stood with us in silence.</p>
<p>As an organization, MSOS will always strive to provide a space where students can come together, in joy, in struggle, and in remembrance, to shape a community that carries both hope and responsibility for the future.</p>
<p>Rest in peace, Frosina. 🕊️🙏🏻</p>
</div>
<section class="event-gallery">
<h2 class="event-gallery-title">Photos from the event</h2>
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<p class="article-publish-date">Published on March 21, 2025</p>
<h1>In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">On March 21, 2025, more than 600 people gathered at Kongresni trg in Ljubljana for a peaceful public gathering to honor the victims of the tragic fire in Kochani.</p>
<h1>In Memory of the Victims of the Kochani Tragedy</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">On March 21, 2025, more than 600 people gathered at Kongresni trg in Ljubljana for a peaceful public gathering to honor the victims of the tragic fire in Kochani.</p>
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<p>On March 16, 2025, a fire broke out in the Pulse nightclub in Kochani, North Macedonia, taking the lives of 60 people and leaving deep scars across the country. For Macedonian students abroad, the news was devastating. Though far from home, the feeling of loss was shared, and the need to stand together was undeniable.</p>
<p>The MSOS community decided to create a moment of solidarity in Slovenia, not as an act of protest or politics, but as a way to express humanity, grief, and unity in the face of tragedy.</p>
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<h2 id="section-1">The gathering in Ljubljana</h2>
<p>On March 21, the square in Ljubljana was filled with silence and candlelight. What began as an expectation of around 200 attendees grew into a gathering of more than 600 people of all ages. The program opened with a short address by the MSOS president, followed by a 16-minute silence to honor the victims, one minute for each March day leading up to the tragedy.</p>
<p>Students, families, and members of the wider community laid flowers and lit candles, creating a sea of light and color that remained untouched for weeks after, as no one dared to disturb the memorial. The atmosphere was solemn, respectful, and deeply emotional.</p>
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<h2 id="section-2">A message beyond borders</h2>
<p>This gathering was a reminder that even away from home, students carry their roots, their compassion, and their voice for justice. It was not a promotional act but a human one, a sign that the new generation wants to build a future where solidarity and care define who we are.</p>
<p>The event also received coverage in Slovenia, with the MSOS president giving a short interview for RTV Slovenia, reflecting on the importance of standing united in difficult times.</p>
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<h2 id="section-3">Closing words</h2>
<p>The tragedy in Kochani showed us how fragile life is, but also how strong we can be when we come together. In Ljubljana, the student community stood side by side, sending love and respect back home.</p>
<p>May the victims rest in peace.</p>
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<p>On March 16, 2025, a fire broke out in the Pulse nightclub in Kochani, North Macedonia, taking the lives of 60 people and leaving deep scars across the country. For Macedonian students abroad, the news was devastating. Though far from home, the feeling of loss was shared, and the need to stand together was undeniable.</p>
<p>The MSOS community decided to create a moment of solidarity in Slovenia, not as an act of protest or politics, but as a way to express humanity, grief, and unity in the face of tragedy.</p>
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<img alt="Candlelight and flowers at the memorial gathering in Ljubljana" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/kochani-2.webp" width="720"/>
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<h2 id="section-1">The gathering in Ljubljana</h2>
<p>On March 21, the square in Ljubljana was filled with silence and candlelight. What began as an expectation of around 200 attendees grew into a gathering of more than 600 people of all ages. The program opened with a short address by the MSOS president, followed by a 16-minute silence to honor the victims, one minute for each March day leading up to the tragedy.</p>
<p>Students, families, and members of the wider community laid flowers and lit candles, creating a sea of light and color that remained untouched for weeks after, as no one dared to disturb the memorial. The atmosphere was solemn, respectful, and deeply emotional.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="A sea of candles and flowers left by attendees" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/kochani-3.webp" width="720"/>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-2">A message beyond borders</h2>
<p>This gathering was a reminder that even away from home, students carry their roots, their compassion, and their voice for justice. It was not a promotional act but a human one, a sign that the new generation wants to build a future where solidarity and care define who we are.</p>
<p>The event also received coverage in Slovenia, with the MSOS president giving a short interview for RTV Slovenia, reflecting on the importance of standing united in difficult times.</p>
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<img alt="Attendees standing together during the moment of silence" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/kochani-4.webp" width="720"/>
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<h2 id="section-3">Closing words</h2>
<p>The tragedy in Kochani showed us how fragile life is, but also how strong we can be when we come together. In Ljubljana, the student community stood side by side, sending love and respect back home.</p>
<p>May the victims rest in peace.</p>
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<p class="post-excerpt">Around 200 Serbian and Macedonian students filled AULA café for an evening of live music, shared tables, and a format MSOS had wanted to explore.</p>
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<p>From the faculty, the group headed toward the first checkpoint in Bežigrad and joined the 2025 Path Around the Wire. The walk itself was simple. The collaboration behind it was new.</p>
<h2 id="organised-together">Organised together by</h2>
<p>This was the first event organised jointly by four student associations: the Macedonian Student Organisation in Slovenia (MSOS), STUDI (the Serbian student association in Slovenia), DBHSS (the Bosnian and Herzegovinian student association in Slovenia), and DHSS (the Croatian student association in Slovenia).</p>
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<h2 id="idea">An idea shared between four associations</h2>
<p>The event began one month earlier through an informal conversation between the presidents of four student associations. MSOS joined STUDI, DBHSS, and DHSS with one practical idea: create an activity where students from their communities could meet naturally, without a formal programme or a stage between them.</p>
<p>The Path Around the Wire offered the right setting. It was public, active, and open to everyone. Instead of inviting students into a closed venue, the associations could bring them together outside and begin with something as direct as walking in the same direction.</p>
<p>The organising team met online on 17 April to divide the work. Kristijan Popovski from MSOS prepared the shared registration form. Lena Bašić from STUDI and Klara David from DHSS worked on the event graphic. Eldar Talić from DBHSS contacted the Student Organisation of the University of Ljubljana regarding possible support with water. The event was then published on 5 May as a joint Instagram collaboration across the profiles of all four associations.</p>
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<h2 id="six-countries">Six countries at one meeting point</h2>
<p>The registration list showed the range of the group before the event even began. Ten participants registered from Serbia, six from Bosnia and Herzegovina, four from Slovenia, two from Macedonia, one from Croatia, and one from Montenegro.</p>
<p>The result was not a gathering built around one national community. It was a meeting between several student communities that already shared the same city, universities, and many of the same experiences of living abroad. That made the first minutes outside the faculty important. People arrived, found the group, spoke with someone new, and prepared to continue together.</p>
<h2 id="toward-bezigrad">From the faculty toward Bežigrad</h2>
<p>At 08:45, the group left the meeting point and headed toward the Path Around the Wire checkpoint beside AMZS in Bežigrad. The official 2025 recreational route followed a 33 kilometre circuit around Ljubljana and allowed participants to begin at several checkpoints. For this MSOS collaboration, the confirmed shared activity was the gathering outside the faculty and the group movement toward the Bežigrad starting point.</p>
<p>This distinction matters because the event was not organised as a competition or a test of distance. Its purpose was to create a first shared experience between the associations and give their members an easy way to meet. Walking helped. Conversations could begin without being forced. Smaller groups formed and changed along the route. Students who arrived through one organisation could leave knowing people from three others.</p>
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<h2 id="next-step">A first activity with a clear next step</h2>
<p>The organisers had set one main goal: connect the student associations and bring their members together through a shared event. The group achieved that with 24 participants, six represented countries, and no direct expenditure by MSOS.</p>
<p>More importantly, the four associations completed their first joint activity and agreed that it should not remain the last one. The event showed that cooperation did not always need a large stage, a complex programme, or a major budget. It needed a clear meeting point, divided responsibilities, communication between the teams, and an activity that gave people room to connect. On this occasion, that activity was a walk through Ljubljana. The path began outside one faculty, but the more important result was the new connection between four student communities.</p>
<h2 id="in-numbers">In numbers</h2>
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<li><strong>24</strong> students</li>
<li><strong>6</strong> represented countries</li>
<li><strong>4</strong> co-organising student associations</li>
<li><strong>1</strong> first shared activity</li>
<li><strong>0 EUR</strong> direct MSOS expenditure</li>
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<p class="article-publish-date">Published on May 15, 2025</p>
<h1>Кафанска вечер</h1>
<h1>Kafanska večer</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">Around 200 Serbian and Macedonian students filled AULA café for an evening of live music, shared tables, and a format MSOS had wanted to explore.</p>
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<p>By the time the room filled, there was little distance left between the tables and the dance floor.</p>
<p>Under the red lights of AULA café, students stood between chairs, raised their hands and phones, and sang toward the musicians. Some had arrived with a reserved table and a full group of friends. Others moved between tables as the evening continued. Around 200 Serbian and Macedonian students attended Кафанска вечер on 15 May 2025.</p>
<p>Under the red lights of AULA café, students stood between chairs, raised their hands and phones, and sang toward the musicians. Some had arrived with a reserved table and a full group of friends. Others moved between tables as the evening continued. Around 200 Serbian and Macedonian students attended Kafanska večer on 15 May 2025.</p>
<p>For MSOS, the evening was both a social event and a first opportunity to understand how this type of gathering could work within its own community.</p>
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<p>The defining part of the evening came once people no longer remained only with the groups they had arrived with. The tables had organised the room at the beginning. Live music slowly changed that structure.</p>
<p>Students stood up, moved closer to the performers, sang together, and crossed from one part of the venue to another. The evening created the type of atmosphere that had originally made MSOS interested in the idea: familiar music, an informal setting, and enough time for people to meet without a fixed programme directing every interaction. This was not a large MSOS production. The organisation's role was limited and transparent, yet the event still offered something useful to the community and to the team behind it. It showed that there was an audience for this type of night.</p>
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<h2 id="lessons">What MSOS learned from the collaboration</h2>
<p>A successful public atmosphere does not mean that every part of the organising process is simple. The report prepared after the event highlighted several lessons for future collaborations. MSOS needs to be involved earlier and more directly when an event includes ticketing, contracts, financial planning, venue arrangements, band selection, and legal responsibilities.</p>
<p>Clear responsibilities are important, but shared oversight is equally important. For future events of this kind, the organisation wants to understand the complete process rather than participate only through promotion. That includes knowing how tickets are managed, how agreements are made, how budgets are planned, and how decisions are shared between partners. These are not details that appear in the photographs, but they are part of building stronger events.</p>
<h2 id="future">A first answer to a future idea</h2>
<p>Кафанска вечер confirmed that students were interested in an evening built around live regional music and a relaxed social atmosphere. It also gave MSOS a clearer picture of what a future Macedonian kafana evening would require: stronger involvement from the beginning, fewer unclear responsibilities, transparent planning, and a format shaped directly around the Macedonian student community.</p>
<p>Kafanska večer confirmed that students were interested in an evening built around live regional music and a relaxed social atmosphere. It also gave MSOS a clearer picture of what a future Macedonian kafana evening would require: stronger involvement from the beginning, fewer unclear responsibilities, transparent planning, and a format shaped directly around the Macedonian student community.</p>
<p>The night in AULA was therefore not only a well attended gathering. It was a practical first answer to an idea the organisation had already been discussing. The interest was there. The next step would be to build the format with greater ownership and a clearer MSOS identity.</p>
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<h2 id="in-numbers">In numbers</h2>
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<li><strong>≈200</strong> students</li>
<li><strong>2</strong> student communities, Serbian and Macedonian</li>
<li><strong>4</strong> organising partners</li>
<li><strong>≈25</strong> occupied tables</li>
<li><strong>0 EUR</strong> direct MSOS expenditure</li>
<li><strong>1</strong> tested format for a possible future Macedonian edition</li>
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<h1>Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">From an idea to a party with 500 students, that's how our story began!</p>
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<p>On October 8, 2022, in the heart of the Student Campus in Ljubljana, the first Macedonian Student Night in Slovenia took place. Under the motto #FeelsLikeHome, more than 500 young people enjoyed Macedonian music, delicious traditional food, and an atmosphere that felt like home. This event was not just a party, it was the beginning of a new story, which would later grow into the Macedonian Student Organization in Slovenia (MSOS).</p>
<h2 id="idea-to-movement">How an idea for socializing became the start of a movement</h2>
<p>It all began with a simple wish, to gather, get to know each other, and feel Macedonia, even though we were far from it. Kristijan Popovski, then a student at the School of Economics and Business in Ljubljana, shared his idea with a few colleagues, and the response was incredible. In less than two weeks, over 40 students joined the organizing team. Everyone contributed their enthusiasm and time, and the shared spirit and desire to connect turned this spontaneous initiative into an event we would remember for a long time.</p>
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<p>From that moment on, we spent every free moment in the offices of the student organization <strong>Povezani</strong>, which gave us great support in organizing. Days and nights were spent planning, holding meetings, and writing social media posts, all with the goal of creating an event that we initially thought would attract, if we were lucky, about 100 visitors.</p>
<p>A week before the event, we posted interesting facts about Macedonia every day, its national treasures, music, and culture. Slowly but surely, we built the atmosphere and excitement, not only among Macedonian students but also among many others who wanted to feel our energy.</p>
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<p>“Organizing the first MSOS party was a one-of-a-kind experience, sleepless, ambitious, and involved in everything from logistics to mopping the floor... Thank goodness for Red Bull 😉 (P.S. We drank the entire fridge supply!)”</p>
<footer>, Marko - first-year student (at the time)</footer>
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<h2 id="taste-of-macedonia">The taste and smell of Macedonia in the heart of Ljubljana</h2>
<p>The party started at 8:00 PM and was designed in two parts. The first part was a real gastronomic and cultural journey through Macedonia. Students could try bread with ajvar and white cheese, Macedonian wine, tasty snacks, and traditional drinks. The tables were also filled with other authentic products that reminded everyone of home. All these flavors and aromas were made possible thanks to the support of the Macedonian products store <strong>“Makedonija Trade,”</strong> which selflessly contributed to making this part of the evening truly enjoyable.</p>
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<p>In addition to the food, visitors could explore interesting facts about the country, photos of famous Macedonian figures and cultural landmarks, and see traditional costumes and a <strong>gaida</strong> up close. The atmosphere was warm and full of curiosity, like a small exhibition within a large student party.</p>
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<h2 id="community-support">Support from the Macedonian community and diplomacy</h2>
<p>The evening was enriched by the presence of important guests from the Macedonian community in Slovenia. <strong>The President of the Union of Macedonian Cultural Associations in Slovenia, Mr. Blagoja Nasteski</strong>, joined the event, confirming the importance of such initiatives for preserving the Macedonian spirit and tradition in the diaspora.</p>
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<p>We were especially honored to <strong>welcome the Ambassador of North Macedonia to Slovenia, Mrs. Suzana Zelenkovska</strong>, who gave warm words of encouragement and support to the youth. Her presence and interest in the event were an additional motivation to continue our mission of connecting and promoting the Macedonian student community.</p>
<p>The party had great energy spreading everywhere, at one point there was a small but controlled chaos. Even though the event ended slightly earlier than planned, the students kept singing together for another hour while we were cleaning up the place. Truly, a night to remember!</p>
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<p>“I was part of the organizing team and was supposed to maintain order among the students, but when they played the song 'Biser Balkanski,' I couldn't resist, so I joined in as well... That was my special moment that night!”</p>
<footer>, Hristijan - second-year student (at the time)</footer>
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<h2 id="a-beginning">A beginning to remember</h2>
<p>That night wasn't just another student party, it was the moment we realized we had started something bigger. Instead of the expected 100 guests, about <strong>500 students</strong> came to the club, and the energy was incredible. New friendships were made, songs were sung from the heart, and Macedonian culture and tradition took center stage for the entire evening.</p>
<p>This night laid the foundation for the Macedonian Student Organization in Slovenia and showed us that with enthusiasm, unity, and a bit of courage, it's possible to create something that brings people together and gives them a sense of home, even when they are far away from it.</p>
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<p>On October 8, 2022, in the heart of the Student Campus in Ljubljana, the first Macedonian Student Night in Slovenia took place. Under the motto #FeelsLikeHome, more than 500 young people enjoyed Macedonian music, delicious traditional food, and an atmosphere that felt like home. This event was not just a party, it was the beginning of a new story, which would later grow into the Macedonian Student Organization in Slovenia (MSOS).</p>
<h2 id="idea-to-movement">How an idea for socializing became the start of a movement</h2>
<p>It all began with a simple wish, to gather, get to know each other, and feel Macedonia, even though we were far from it. Kristijan Popovski, then a student at the School of Economics and Business in Ljubljana, shared his idea with a few colleagues, and the response was incredible. In less than two weeks, over 40 students joined the organizing team. Everyone contributed their enthusiasm and time, and the shared spirit and desire to connect turned this spontaneous initiative into an event we would remember for a long time.</p>
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<p>From that moment on, we spent every free moment in the offices of the student organization <strong>Povezani</strong>, which gave us great support in organizing. Days and nights were spent planning, holding meetings, and writing social media posts, all with the goal of creating an event that we initially thought would attract, if we were lucky, about 100 visitors.</p>
<p>A week before the event, we posted interesting facts about Macedonia every day, its national treasures, music, and culture. Slowly but surely, we built the atmosphere and excitement, not only among Macedonian students but also among many others who wanted to feel our energy.</p>
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<p>“Organizing the first MSOS party was a one-of-a-kind experience, sleepless, ambitious, and involved in everything from logistics to mopping the floor... Thank goodness for Red Bull 😉 (P.S. We drank the entire fridge supply!)”</p>
<footer>, Marko - first-year student (at the time)</footer>
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<h2 id="taste-of-macedonia">The taste and smell of Macedonia in the heart of Ljubljana</h2>
<p>The party started at 8:00 PM and was designed in two parts. The first part was a real gastronomic and cultural journey through Macedonia. Students could try bread with ajvar and white cheese, Macedonian wine, tasty snacks, and traditional drinks. The tables were also filled with other authentic products that reminded everyone of home. All these flavors and aromas were made possible thanks to the support of the Macedonian products store <strong>“Makedonija Trade,”</strong> which selflessly contributed to making this part of the evening truly enjoyable.</p>
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<p>In addition to the food, visitors could explore interesting facts about the country, photos of famous Macedonian figures and cultural landmarks, and see traditional costumes and a <strong>gaida</strong> up close. The atmosphere was warm and full of curiosity, like a small exhibition within a large student party.</p>
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<h2 id="community-support">Support from the Macedonian community and diplomacy</h2>
<p>The evening was enriched by the presence of important guests from the Macedonian community in Slovenia. <strong>The President of the Union of Macedonian Cultural Associations in Slovenia, Mr. Blagoja Nasteski</strong>, joined the event, confirming the importance of such initiatives for preserving the Macedonian spirit and tradition in the diaspora.</p>
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<p>We were especially honored to <strong>welcome the Ambassador of North Macedonia to Slovenia, Mrs. Suzana Zelenkovska</strong>, who gave warm words of encouragement and support to the youth. Her presence and interest in the event were an additional motivation to continue our mission of connecting and promoting the Macedonian student community.</p>
<p>The party had great energy spreading everywhere, at one point there was a small but controlled chaos. Even though the event ended slightly earlier than planned, the students kept singing together for another hour while we were cleaning up the place. Truly, a night to remember!</p>
<blockquote class="article-quote">
<p>“I was part of the organizing team and was supposed to maintain order among the students, but when they played the song 'Biser Balkanski,' I couldn't resist, so I joined in as well... That was my special moment that night!”</p>
<footer>, Hristijan - second-year student (at the time)</footer>
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<h2 id="a-beginning">A beginning to remember</h2>
<p>That night wasn't just another student party, it was the moment we realized we had started something bigger. Instead of the expected 100 guests, about <strong>500 students</strong> came to the club, and the energy was incredible. New friendships were made, songs were sung from the heart, and Macedonian culture and tradition took center stage for the entire evening.</p>
<p>This night laid the foundation for the Macedonian Student Organization in Slovenia and showed us that with enthusiasm, unity, and a bit of courage, it's possible to create something that brings people together and gives them a sense of home, even when they are far away from it.</p>
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<p>What does the first step towards student life in Slovenia look like? We tried to answer this question through the event "Meet Student Slovenia," which we organized on September 18, 2023, at the NLB Gallery in Skopje. The atmosphere was full of excitement, more than 100 future students and their families came with the same feeling: a desire to discover what awaits them where they will start their new chapter.</p>
<h2 id="student-life">What lies behind student life in Slovenia?</h2>
<p>Instead of dry information, students had the opportunity to hear real stories, from those who are already walking the same path. Students from Ljubljana, Maribor, and Koper talked about their challenges, first impressions, funny situations, and moments when community support was crucial. And the audience? They absorbed everything with great attention, because exactly those questions that are never written in brochures, here they received honest answers.</p>
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<figcaption>Igor Arsov from the University of Primorska recounts his student experience at the Faculty of Management.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="inspiring-voices">Voices that inspire</h2>
<p>Our members Kiara Lazić, Angel Naumov, Klimentina Čapovska, and Igor Arsov appeared on stage, each with their own story, their own faculty, their own city. Together with moderator Leon Šumanski and host Vasil Hanџiski, they transformed the panel into a real conversation that felt more like a friendly get-together than a formal discussion. They talked about exams, new friendships, life in student dorms, and how important it is not to give up even when things seem hardest.</p>
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<figcaption>Photograph of the event participants. We were a little surprised by the interest, but somehow we managed to fit everyone!♡</figcaption>
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<h2 id="behind-the-scenes">Behind the scenes, our supporters</h2>
<p>The event would not have been possible without the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, NLB Bank Skopje, Capital Financial Center, Dijag, and Radio MOF. But the real strength came from MSOS members in preparing the event and the students with their questions, their energy, and their curiosity.</p>
<p>At the event, we received significant support and assistance from Melita Sekulovska in organizing the space and Aleksandar Popovski in designing the organization's website. We sincerely thanked them for their dedicated work, as well as the event coordinator, Lea Janačkovska, who made this event extraordinary.</p>
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<figcaption>The top two pictures show Mr. Branko Greganović, Chairman of the Management Board of NLB Bank Skopje, and on the right is H.E. the Ambassador of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, Mr. Gregor Presker. The bottom pictures show the President Kristijan Popovski, Melita Sekulovska, Lea Janačkovska, Marija Koštrevska, and Aleksandar Popovski.</figcaption>
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<p>With the help of Dijag doo company, we prepared two plaques for the Embassy and NLB Bank as a sign of gratitude for all the help and support they provided.</p>
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<h2 id="why-special">Why was it special?</h2>
<p>Because this event was not just another presentation. It was a hand extended to future students, a message that they are not alone, that a community is already waiting for them. Some left with new friends, others with concrete answers to questions that had bothered them for months. But everyone left with the same feeling: that Slovenia is no longer an unknown place, but a new home where they will be part of something bigger.</p>
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<p>“The event was a 'game changer' for me because I finally got information that really helped me get to know student Slovenia instead of just another pile of brochures. The panel was great, relaxed, with talks about the best places to go out, days stuck in the library, life in student dorms, and the classic 'I overslept before the exam' story... P.S. And the networking, the networking was top, no awkward silence.”</p>
<footer>, Borjan Jovanovski, future student and event participant</footer>
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<h2 id="practical-advice">Practical advice first-hand</h2>
<p>A special moment of the event was the address by the Consul of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, Mr. Martin Glazar. He briefly presented the most important steps of the process for obtaining a temporary residence permit, one of the biggest concerns and challenges for all foreign students in Slovenia. In this way, future students gained a clearer picture of what awaits them and how to more easily deal with administrative procedures.</p>
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<h2 id="livestream">For those who were not physically present with us</h2>
<p>Not everyone managed to be present in the hall, but that's why we made sure no one was left without this experience. We broadcast the event live through our Facebook page, and the recording is still available. If you want to experience the atmosphere and hear the stories first-hand, you can watch the entire event at this link here.</p>
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<h2 id="see-you">See you in Slovenia!</h2>
<p>With "Meet Student Slovenia 2023," we managed to extend a hand to new students and show them that an exciting journey full of new friendships, challenges, and successes awaits them. We sincerely hope that next time we will meet right there, in the lecture halls, student dorms, and on the streets of Ljubljana, Maribor, and Koper.</p>
<p>This event would not have been possible without the support of our partners and friends, to whom we extend our immense gratitude:</p>
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<li>Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia (partner)</li>
<li>NLB Bank Skopje (main sponsor and patron)</li>
<li>Capital Financial Center (sponsor)</li>
<li>Dijag doo (sponsor)</li>
<li>Radio MOF (media partner)</li>
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<p>Thanks to everyone who was part of this event, and to future students, we say: your story in Slovenia is just beginning, and we are here to be a part of it.</p>
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<p>What does the first step towards student life in Slovenia look like? We tried to answer this question through the event "Meet Student Slovenia," which we organized on September 18, 2023, at the NLB Gallery in Skopje. The atmosphere was full of excitement, more than 100 future students and their families came with the same feeling: a desire to discover what awaits them where they will start their new chapter.</p>
<h2 id="student-life">What lies behind student life in Slovenia?</h2>
<p>Instead of dry information, students had the opportunity to hear real stories, from those who are already walking the same path. Students from Ljubljana, Maribor, and Koper talked about their challenges, first impressions, funny situations, and moments when community support was crucial. And the audience? They absorbed everything with great attention, because exactly those questions that are never written in brochures, here they received honest answers.</p>
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<figcaption>Igor Arsov from the University of Primorska recounts his student experience at the Faculty of Management.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="inspiring-voices">Voices that inspire</h2>
<p>Our members Kiara Lazić, Angel Naumov, Klimentina Čapovska, and Igor Arsov appeared on stage, each with their own story, their own faculty, their own city. Together with moderator Leon Šumanski and host Vasil Hanџiski, they transformed the panel into a real conversation that felt more like a friendly get-together than a formal discussion. They talked about exams, new friendships, life in student dorms, and how important it is not to give up even when things seem hardest.</p>
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<h2 id="behind-the-scenes">Behind the scenes, our supporters</h2>
<p>The event would not have been possible without the support of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, NLB Bank Skopje, Capital Financial Center, Dijag, and Radio MOF. But the real strength came from MSOS members in preparing the event and the students with their questions, their energy, and their curiosity.</p>
<p>At the event, we received significant support and assistance from Melita Sekulovska in organizing the space and Aleksandar Popovski in designing the organization's website. We sincerely thanked them for their dedicated work, as well as the event coordinator, Lea Janačkovska, who made this event extraordinary.</p>
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<figcaption>The top two pictures show Mr. Branko Greganović, Chairman of the Management Board of NLB Bank Skopje, and on the right is H.E. the Ambassador of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, Mr. Gregor Presker. The bottom pictures show the President Kristijan Popovski, Melita Sekulovska, Lea Janačkovska, Marija Koštrevska, and Aleksandar Popovski.</figcaption>
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<p>With the help of Dijag doo company, we prepared two plaques for the Embassy and NLB Bank as a sign of gratitude for all the help and support they provided.</p>
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<h2 id="why-special">Why was it special?</h2>
<p>Because this event was not just another presentation. It was a hand extended to future students, a message that they are not alone, that a community is already waiting for them. Some left with new friends, others with concrete answers to questions that had bothered them for months. But everyone left with the same feeling: that Slovenia is no longer an unknown place, but a new home where they will be part of something bigger.</p>
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<p>“The event was a 'game changer' for me because I finally got information that really helped me get to know student Slovenia instead of just another pile of brochures. The panel was great, relaxed, with talks about the best places to go out, days stuck in the library, life in student dorms, and the classic 'I overslept before the exam' story... P.S. And the networking, the networking was top, no awkward silence.”</p>
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<h2 id="practical-advice">Practical advice first-hand</h2>
<p>A special moment of the event was the address by the Consul of the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, Mr. Martin Glazar. He briefly presented the most important steps of the process for obtaining a temporary residence permit, one of the biggest concerns and challenges for all foreign students in Slovenia. In this way, future students gained a clearer picture of what awaits them and how to more easily deal with administrative procedures.</p>
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<h2 id="livestream">For those who were not physically present with us</h2>
<p>Not everyone managed to be present in the hall, but that's why we made sure no one was left without this experience. We broadcast the event live through our Facebook page, and the recording is still available. If you want to experience the atmosphere and hear the stories first-hand, you can watch the entire event at this link here.</p>
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<figcaption>Photograph of the event poster!</figcaption>
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<h2 id="see-you">See you in Slovenia!</h2>
<p>With "Meet Student Slovenia 2023," we managed to extend a hand to new students and show them that an exciting journey full of new friendships, challenges, and successes awaits them. We sincerely hope that next time we will meet right there, in the lecture halls, student dorms, and on the streets of Ljubljana, Maribor, and Koper.</p>
<p>This event would not have been possible without the support of our partners and friends, to whom we extend our immense gratitude:</p>
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<li>Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia (partner)</li>
<li>NLB Bank Skopje (main sponsor and patron)</li>
<li>Capital Financial Center (sponsor)</li>
<li>Dijag doo (sponsor)</li>
<li>Radio MOF (media partner)</li>
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<p>Thanks to everyone who was part of this event, and to future students, we say: your story in Slovenia is just beginning, and we are here to be a part of it.</p>
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<p>Following the success in 2023, "Meet Student Slovenia" returned this year with even greater energy. On September 16, 2024, at the NLB Gallery in Skopje, we held the second edition of the event, which has become a true tradition. The interest was enormous, we had twice as many applications as the capacity of the venue. The atmosphere was full of excitement, questions, and a desire for new beginnings.</p>
<h2 id="coffee-chat">"Coffee chat" with future colleagues, but on a panel discussion</h2>
<p>Our goal was never to create "dry presentations." Instead, we organized a panel, a real conversation with four students who are already living the Slovenian student life. Marija Koštrevska from the University of Ljubljana, Vasil Hanџiski from the University of Maribor, Sofija Matovska from the University of Nova Gorica, and Igor Arsov from the University of Primorska spoke about everything: the first days away from home, how to find accommodation, what student "boni" (subsidized meals) are, and what it's like to build a new circle of friends. Everyone shared something of their own, and the audience asked questions and participated, just like a coffee chat.</p>
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<figcaption>Marija Koštrevska (in the upper picture) and Sofija Matovska (in the lower picture) are recounting their student experiences in Slovenia.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="what-remained">What remained behind us</h2>
<p>This evening was not just an exchange of information. It was a moment when future students understood that they are not alone in their worries and fears. Every question received an answer from experience, every dilemma was resolved with a real-life example. Many left encouraged, with new friends, and with the feeling that Slovenia is no longer so distant and unknown.</p>
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<figcaption>In the photos: Marko Ivanovski, event host (top-left), Lea Janačkovska, coordinator (top-center), Marko Arsov, presenter (top-right). The bottom picture shows representatives of the Embassy, the Management Board of NLB Bank, and the Management Board of MSOS.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="the-support">The support that made a difference</h2>
<p>"Meet Student Slovenia 2024" would not have looked this way without the help of our partners and friends. We extend great gratitude to the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, NLB Bank Skopje as the patron and main sponsor of the entire event, and Capital Financial Center, who with their support made it possible for the event to be realized at this high level.</p>
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<p>Special thanks go to the MSOS team, who worked tirelessly for weeks on preparations, from the initial idea to the last detail of the evening. Above all, great recognition goes to Lea Janačkovska, the event coordinator, who with her energy, patience, and organizational skills ensured that every piece fell into place.</p>
<p>This time, the memories of the evening are thanks to Hristina Trakovska, who was the photographer and made sure all those moments were captured so we can relive them again through photographs.</p>
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<h2 id="why-special">Why was it special?</h2>
<p>Because this event was not just another presentation. It was a hand extended to future students, a message that they are not alone, that a community is already waiting for them. Some left with new friends, others with concrete answers to questions that had bothered them for months. But everyone left with the same feeling: that Slovenia is no longer an unknown place, but a new home where they will be part of something bigger.</p>
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<h2 id="livestream">For those not physically present with us</h2>
<p>We know that not everyone managed to attend the NLB Gallery, but we therefore provided a high-quality livestream. The event was broadcast live and is now available for re-watching. If you want to feel the atmosphere and hear the honest stories from the panel, you can watch the entire event here 👇</p>
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<h2 id="see-you">See you in Slovenia!</h2>
<p>"Meet Student Slovenia" is not just an event. It is a place where future students take their first step, with support, with first-hand advice, and with the feeling that they are not alone. And this year we managed to create that feeling, and that is the greatest victory.</p>
<p>See you again next year!</p>
<p>P.S. Every year after a successfully organized event, the MSOS team traditionally heads to the nearest tavern, for an evening full of socializing, singing, and emotions! 😊 That's why it's worth being part of our team! Join us.</p>
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<p>Following the success in 2023, "Meet Student Slovenia" returned this year with even greater energy. On September 16, 2024, at the NLB Gallery in Skopje, we held the second edition of the event, which has become a true tradition. The interest was enormous, we had twice as many applications as the capacity of the venue. The atmosphere was full of excitement, questions, and a desire for new beginnings.</p>
<h2 id="coffee-chat">"Coffee chat" with future colleagues, but on a panel discussion</h2>
<p>Our goal was never to create "dry presentations." Instead, we organized a panel, a real conversation with four students who are already living the Slovenian student life. Marija Koštrevska from the University of Ljubljana, Vasil Hanџiski from the University of Maribor, Sofija Matovska from the University of Nova Gorica, and Igor Arsov from the University of Primorska spoke about everything: the first days away from home, how to find accommodation, what student "boni" (subsidized meals) are, and what it's like to build a new circle of friends. Everyone shared something of their own, and the audience asked questions and participated, just like a coffee chat.</p>
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<h2 id="what-remained">What remained behind us</h2>
<p>This evening was not just an exchange of information. It was a moment when future students understood that they are not alone in their worries and fears. Every question received an answer from experience, every dilemma was resolved with a real-life example. Many left encouraged, with new friends, and with the feeling that Slovenia is no longer so distant and unknown.</p>
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<figcaption>In the photos: Marko Ivanovski, event host (top-left), Lea Janačkovska, coordinator (top-center), Marko Arsov, presenter (top-right). The bottom picture shows representatives of the Embassy, the Management Board of NLB Bank, and the Management Board of MSOS.</figcaption>
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<figcaption>Beautiful moments of future and current students captured by the best photographer, Hristina Trajkovska.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="the-support">The support that made a difference</h2>
<p>"Meet Student Slovenia 2024" would not have looked this way without the help of our partners and friends. We extend great gratitude to the Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia in North Macedonia, NLB Bank Skopje as the patron and main sponsor of the entire event, and Capital Financial Center, who with their support made it possible for the event to be realized at this high level.</p>
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<figcaption>Photograph from the handing over of flowers as a sign of gratitude to the Embassy, Capital Financial Center, and NLB Bank Skopje.</figcaption>
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<p>Special thanks go to the MSOS team, who worked tirelessly for weeks on preparations, from the initial idea to the last detail of the evening. Above all, great recognition goes to Lea Janačkovska, the event coordinator, who with her energy, patience, and organizational skills ensured that every piece fell into place.</p>
<p>This time, the memories of the evening are thanks to Hristina Trakovska, who was the photographer and made sure all those moments were captured so we can relive them again through photographs.</p>
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<figcaption>Photograph of the welcome speech by H.E. Ambassador Mr. Gregor Presker.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="why-special">Why was it special?</h2>
<p>Because this event was not just another presentation. It was a hand extended to future students, a message that they are not alone, that a community is already waiting for them. Some left with new friends, others with concrete answers to questions that had bothered them for months. But everyone left with the same feeling: that Slovenia is no longer an unknown place, but a new home where they will be part of something bigger.</p>
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<figcaption>Moments when the participants ask questions to the panelists! 😌✨</figcaption>
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<h2 id="livestream">For those not physically present with us</h2>
<p>We know that not everyone managed to attend the NLB Gallery, but we therefore provided a high-quality livestream. The event was broadcast live and is now available for re-watching. If you want to feel the atmosphere and hear the honest stories from the panel, you can watch the entire event here 👇</p>
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<figcaption>Photograph of the event poster!</figcaption>
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<h2 id="see-you">See you in Slovenia!</h2>
<p>"Meet Student Slovenia" is not just an event. It is a place where future students take their first step, with support, with first-hand advice, and with the feeling that they are not alone. And this year we managed to create that feeling, and that is the greatest victory.</p>
<p>See you again next year!</p>
<p>P.S. Every year after a successfully organized event, the MSOS team traditionally heads to the nearest tavern, for an evening full of socializing, singing, and emotions! 😊 That's why it's worth being part of our team! Join us.</p>
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<figcaption>Photograph of the team behind the event! This year we arranged a team photo in advance because last year we forgot to take one together! 🫣</figcaption>
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<h2 id="exam-morning">A different kind of exam morning</h2>
<p>The event was not designed around a formal programme or a long schedule. It was created as a simple pause during one of the most intense parts of the academic year, giving students a reason to step away from studying for a moment, eat something, have a warm drink, talk, laugh, and recharge.</p>
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<h2 id="why-ctk">Why we keep coming back to CTK</h2>
<p>Morning Coffee began from a very simple observation. During exam season, students spend long hours in libraries and study spaces, often moving from one deadline or exam to the next. CTK becomes one of the places most closely connected with that routine.</p>
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<p>The idea was to create something easy and informal. Students did not need to register, prepare, or stay for a fixed amount of time. They could stop for a coffee, grab some fruit or chocolate, join one of the small activities, talk for a while, or simply say hello before continuing with their day.</p>
<p>That simplicity is what has allowed the event to grow into a small MSOS tradition.</p>
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<h2 id="two-hours">Two hours without an agenda</h2>
<p>From 09:00 until 11:00, students could take whatever kind of break they needed.</p>
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<p>For some, the stop lasted only a few minutes. For others, it became a longer break than expected.</p>
<p>In the middle of an exam session, even a small change of rhythm can make a difference. Sometimes it is enough to leave the library for ten minutes, eat something, see familiar faces, and realise that everyone around you is going through the same demanding weeks.</p>
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<figcaption>Photo placeholder: the event was intentionally simple, giving students space to join without needing to register or commit their morning.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="four-editions">Four editions later</h2>
<p>By 2026, Morning Coffee in Front of CTK had reached its fourth edition.</p>
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<p>On June 8, 2024, from 9 to 12 AM, at the Central Technical Library of the University of Ljubljana (CTK), we organized our already traditional student break, Morning Coffee in at CTK together with the team from Skupina Povezani and CTK. This was the second year in a row that we gathered at the same place, but each time brings new moments to remember.</p>
<h2 id="beating-stress">Beating Exam Stress with Coffee</h2>
<p>The exam session always brings stress, hours and hours of studying, conversations revolving only around exams, first and second attempts, passed or not, some taking the exam for the first time, and some for the fifth time. That's why we decided to take a short break to catch our breath: to relax, to laugh, and to remind ourselves that we're in this study stress together.</p>
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<p>With a cup of hot coffee in hand, and thanks to <strong>Burek Olimpija</strong>, we enjoyed delicious burek with meat and with cheese. We also tried to bring in a bit of fun, we invited students to bring their own cups, and there was a prize for the most creative ones.</p>
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<figcaption>Free warm burek, the secret formula for solving even the toughest mathematical problems 😉</figcaption>
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<figcaption>A group of students with hot coffee, posing for the camera.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="student-emotions">We asked two questions that revealed a whole palette of student emotions</h2>
<p>For an extra dose of interaction, we set up two big boards with questions that simply make you want to answer: <strong>“How do I survive the exam session?"</strong> and <strong>"Kako bi opisal počutje med izpitnem obdobjem?”</strong> (“How would you describe your feelings during the exam period?" in Slovenian).</p>
<p>The reactions were instant, students rushed to write, and the answers were everything but boring: from "chaotic" and “We want to sleep! (not in CTK)!" to "chill", "stressed", "exhausted", "happy" and "sleepy". In other words, a whole spectrum of student emotions, honestly poured into just a few words.</p>
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<img width="1317" height="877" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/event4-image5.webp" alt="A white board with handwritten student answers about their feelings during the exam period.">
<figcaption>Witty and sincere answers on the big question boards at CTK.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="from-coffee-to-simulators">How we went from coffee to a flight simulator and 3D printing machines</h2>
<p>As a bonus for students, in cooperation with the university's technical library, the program was enriched with a CTK exhibition, where a flight simulator, 3D printers, and other interesting equipment were presented. Students could try them out and then rent them for free at the CTK Creative Studio, part of their educational program.</p>
<h2 id="coffee-and-burek">Coffee and burek = motivation to get up every day and study for 12 hours</h2>
<p>Around 150 people visited the joint stand of MSOS, Skupina Povezani, and CTK to hang out, have coffee, grab a snack, and exchange stories among books and deadlines. The event took place in an excellent atmosphere, lots of smiles, new acquaintances, and a small reminder that even in the most stressful periods, there's always time for coffee and good company.</p>
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<img width="1920" height="1280" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/event4-image6.webp" alt="Students gathered at the joint stand during the event.">
<figcaption>Part of the atmosphere at the joint stand</figcaption>
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<p>See you again next year, even more relaxed and with even more coffee!</p>
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<img width="1920" height="1080" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/event4-image7.webp" alt="A collage of photos showing students, coffee cups, and burek.">
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<p>On June 8, 2024, from 9 to 12 AM, at the Central Technical Library of the University of Ljubljana (CTK), we organized our already traditional student break, Morning Coffee in at CTK together with the team from Skupina Povezani and CTK. This was the second year in a row that we gathered at the same place, but each time brings new moments to remember.</p>
<h2 id="beating-stress">Beating Exam Stress with Coffee</h2>
<p>The exam session always brings stress, hours and hours of studying, conversations revolving only around exams, first and second attempts, passed or not, some taking the exam for the first time, and some for the fifth time. That's why we decided to take a short break to catch our breath: to relax, to laugh, and to remind ourselves that we're in this study stress together.</p>
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<figcaption>Hundreds of students lined up in front of CTK, waiting even before opening to secure a spot in the library on time.</figcaption>
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<p>With a cup of hot coffee in hand, and thanks to <strong>Burek Olimpija</strong>, we enjoyed delicious burek with meat and with cheese. We also tried to bring in a bit of fun, we invited students to bring their own cups, and there was a prize for the most creative ones.</p>
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<img alt="A student smiling while eating a piece of burek." decoding="async" height="1280" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/event4-image3.webp" width="1920"/>
<figcaption>Free warm burek, the secret formula for solving even the toughest mathematical problems 😉</figcaption>
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<img alt="A group of students with hot coffee posing for the camera." decoding="async" height="1280" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/event4-image4.webp" width="1920"/>
<figcaption>A group of students with hot coffee, posing for the camera.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="student-emotions">We asked two questions that revealed a whole palette of student emotions</h2>
<p>For an extra dose of interaction, we set up two big boards with questions that simply make you want to answer: <strong>“How do I survive the exam session?"</strong> and <strong>"Kako bi opisal počutje med izpitnem obdobjem?”</strong> (“How would you describe your feelings during the exam period?" in Slovenian).</p>
<p>The reactions were instant, students rushed to write, and the answers were everything but boring: from "chaotic" and “We want to sleep! (not in CTK)!" to "chill", "stressed", "exhausted", "happy" and "sleepy". In other words, a whole spectrum of student emotions, honestly poured into just a few words.</p>
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<img alt="A white board with handwritten student answers about their feelings during the exam period." decoding="async" height="877" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/event4-image5.webp" width="1317"/>
<figcaption>Witty and sincere answers on the big question boards at CTK.</figcaption>
</figure>
<h2 id="from-coffee-to-simulators">How we went from coffee to a flight simulator and 3D printing machines</h2>
<p>As a bonus for students, in cooperation with the university's technical library, the program was enriched with a CTK exhibition, where a flight simulator, 3D printers, and other interesting equipment were presented. Students could try them out and then rent them for free at the CTK Creative Studio, part of their educational program.</p>
<h2 id="coffee-and-burek">Coffee and burek = motivation to get up every day and study for 12 hours</h2>
<p>Around 150 people visited the joint stand of MSOS, Skupina Povezani, and CTK to hang out, have coffee, grab a snack, and exchange stories among books and deadlines. The event took place in an excellent atmosphere, lots of smiles, new acquaintances, and a small reminder that even in the most stressful periods, there's always time for coffee and good company.</p>
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<img alt="Students gathered at the joint stand during the event." decoding="async" height="1280" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/event4-image6.webp" width="1920"/>
<figcaption>Part of the atmosphere at the joint stand</figcaption>
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<p>See you again next year, even more relaxed and with even more coffee!</p>
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<img alt="A collage of photos showing students, coffee cups, and burek." decoding="async" height="1080" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/event4-image7.webp" width="1920"/>
<figcaption>Good company, lots of memories, and exam stress overcome together.</figcaption>
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<h1>Paint &amp; Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art &amp; Music</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">Paint, wine, and music brought students together in Gorizia to celebrate Women’s Day and mark the first MSOS Nova Gorica event.</p>
<h1>Paint &amp; Wine at Sunset, Celebrating Women’s Day with Art &amp; Music</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">Paint, wine, and music brought students together in Gorizia to celebrate Women’s Day and mark the first MSOS Nova Gorica event.</p>
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<p>On International Women’s Day, the MSOS Nova Gorica team hosted its very first local event in collaboration with the Macedonian Cultural Association "Ohridski Biseri". Students from Ljubljana, Nova Gorica, and the surrounding region crossed the border into Gorizia, Italy, for an evening of painting, wine, and music.</p>
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<h2 id="section-1">A first for MSOS Nova Gorica</h2>
<p>This was more than just an event. It was the first official activity organized by our new MSOS Nova Gorica team. With support from the Macedonian Cultural Association "Ohridski Biseri", we transformed the cozy venue Etnoteca Mama Angela into a space filled with creativity and laughter.</p>
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<img width="1600" height="1067" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/paint-wine-3.webp" alt="The cozy venue Etnoteca Mama Angela">
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<h2 id="section-2">Art, music, and togetherness</h2>
<p>The concept was simple but powerful: a Paint &amp; Wine Night where anyone could sit down with a canvas, brushes, and a glass of wine, and let inspiration take over. No prior painting experience was needed. Some chose to create symbolic pieces honoring women, others painted freely from the heart.</p>
<p>A live DJ set gave the evening a vibrant rhythm, turning it into more than just a workshop. It became a celebration. Between brushstrokes and beats, students connected, shared stories, and enjoyed an atmosphere that was both creative and festive.</p>
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<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/paint-wine-4.webp" alt="Canvases filling with color as students paint">
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<img width="720" height="480" loading="lazy" decoding="async" src="../../../images/paint-wine-5.webp" alt="Students enjoying wine and music together">
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<h2 id="section-3">Why it mattered</h2>
<p>Held on March 8, International Women’s Day, the event carried a deeper meaning. It was a chance to celebrate and appreciate women, not only through words but through art. The paintings that came out of the night were diverse, personal, and full of color, much like the student community itself.</p>
<p>To capture the spirit of the night, we created an aftermovie, which you can watch below.</p>
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<iframe src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/xGN3-6hnfE4" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe>
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<h2 id="section-4">Looking ahead</h2>
<p>Paint &amp; Wine Night showed that MSOS Nova Gorica is ready to bring fresh ideas and energy to our student family. From wine glasses clinking to canvases filling with color, the night left everyone with memories and a few paint-stained fingers, that will not be forgotten.</p>
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<p>On International Women’s Day, the MSOS Nova Gorica team hosted its very first local event in collaboration with the Macedonian Cultural Association "Ohridski Biseri". Students from Ljubljana, Nova Gorica, and the surrounding region crossed the border into Gorizia, Italy, for an evening of painting, wine, and music.</p>
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<img alt="Students painting during the Paint &amp; Wine evening" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/paint-wine-2.webp" width="720"/>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-1">A first for MSOS Nova Gorica</h2>
<p>This was more than just an event. It was the first official activity organized by our new MSOS Nova Gorica team. With support from the Macedonian Cultural Association "Ohridski Biseri", we transformed the cozy venue Etnoteca Mama Angela into a space filled with creativity and laughter.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="The cozy venue Etnoteca Mama Angela" decoding="async" height="1067" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/paint-wine-3.webp" width="1600"/>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-2">Art, music, and togetherness</h2>
<p>The concept was simple but powerful: a Paint &amp; Wine Night where anyone could sit down with a canvas, brushes, and a glass of wine, and let inspiration take over. No prior painting experience was needed. Some chose to create symbolic pieces honoring women, others painted freely from the heart.</p>
<p>A live DJ set gave the evening a vibrant rhythm, turning it into more than just a workshop. It became a celebration. Between brushstrokes and beats, students connected, shared stories, and enjoyed an atmosphere that was both creative and festive.</p>
<figure class="article-inline-image">
<img alt="Canvases filling with color as students paint" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/paint-wine-4.webp" width="720"/>
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<img alt="Students enjoying wine and music together" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/paint-wine-5.webp" width="720"/>
</figure>
<h2 id="section-3">Why it mattered</h2>
<p>Held on March 8, International Women’s Day, the event carried a deeper meaning. It was a chance to celebrate and appreciate women, not only through words but through art. The paintings that came out of the night were diverse, personal, and full of color, much like the student community itself.</p>
<p>To capture the spirit of the night, we created an aftermovie, which you can watch below.</p>
<div class="video-responsive">
<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" src="https://www.youtube-nocookie.com/embed/xGN3-6hnfE4" title="YouTube video player"></iframe>
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<h2 id="section-4">Looking ahead</h2>
<p>Paint &amp; Wine Night showed that MSOS Nova Gorica is ready to bring fresh ideas and energy to our student family. From wine glasses clinking to canvases filling with color, the night left everyone with memories and a few paint-stained fingers, that will not be forgotten.</p>
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<img alt="A memory from the Paint &amp; Wine evening" decoding="async" height="480" loading="lazy" src="../../../images/paint-wine-8.webp" width="720"/>
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<p>The lecture was organised by the Faculty of Law at the University of Ljubljana in cooperation with the Embassy of the Republic of North Macedonia in Slovenia. In the lead-up to the event, MSOS worked with the Embassy to share the invitation with students and encourage them to take part.</p>
<p>That outreach helped bring the event beyond the usual audience of one faculty. Students from different fields entered the lecture room alongside professors, ambassadors, and other guests, creating a setting in which an official presidential visit also became an opportunity for direct academic exchange.</p>
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<h2 id="constitutional-change">Constitutional change, the EU path, and an academic return to Ljubljana</h2>
<p>The lecture, titled "Constitutional Transformations on the Road to the EU: Reform of Constitutional Engineering?", focused on questions surrounding constitutional change and European integration.</p>
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<p>The setting also carried a personal academic connection. The President completed her doctorate at the Faculty of Law in Ljubljana, making the lecture a return to an institution that forms part of her own academic path.</p>
<p>Rather than treating the visit only as a formal appearance by a head of state, the lecture placed students and professors directly inside a discussion about constitutional law, institutional reform, and European integration.</p>
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<h2 id="questions">Questions from the room</h2>
<p>After the main lecture, the programme opened into a Q&amp;A session.</p>
<p>Students and other participants were able to raise questions directly, extending the event beyond a one-way presentation. The English-language format also made the discussion accessible to an academically diverse audience and to representatives of the international and diplomatic community present in the room.</p>
<p>For MSOS, this was an important part of the event. Bringing students into the room mattered, but giving them an opportunity to listen, ask, and take part in a discussion with the President made the experience more meaningful than simply following an official visit from a distance.</p>
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<h2 id="beyond-lecture">Conversations beyond the lecture hall</h2>
<p>The official programme did not end when the lecture room emptied.</p>
<p>A small reception with snacks in the hall outside gave students, professors, guests, and diplomatic representatives time to continue conversations in a more informal setting. The change in atmosphere created space for introductions, short exchanges, and discussions that are often difficult to have during the formal part of an event.</p>
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<p>On 11 May 2026, MSOS joined the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia for an online webinar focused specifically on the practical side of SEPA.</p>
<h2 id="made-possible-with">Made possible with</h2>
<p>The webinar was organised jointly by two partners. The <strong>National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia</strong> served as co-organiser and expert partner, while <strong>MSOS</strong> acted as co-organiser and provided student community outreach.</p>
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<h2 id="why-sepa-mattered">Why SEPA mattered to our community</h2>
<p>For students and families living between North Macedonia and Slovenia, sending euros across borders is not an abstract financial topic. It can mean paying rent, receiving support from home, transferring money between accounts, covering university-related costs, or simply understanding why one international payment costs more than another.</p>
<p>That is why MSOS joined the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia to organise a public webinar focused specifically on the practical side of SEPA.</p>
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<p>The main presentation was delivered by <strong>Anita Hegjkezi</strong>, Head of Section in the Payment Systems Directorate, and <strong>Miki Velichkovik</strong>, analyst at the National Bank of the Republic of North Macedonia.</p>
<p>Rather than focusing only on financial terminology, the session explained SEPA through the questions most relevant to citizens. Participants learned what joining the SEPA area changes, how euro transfers are processed, what users should expect from their banks, and which practical benefits may appear when sending or receiving money across borders.</p>
<p>For students in Slovenia, the topic was particularly relevant because many regularly interact with bank accounts in both countries. Understanding the system helps people compare transfer options, recognise the information their bank may request, and make more informed decisions when moving money between North Macedonia and Slovenia.</p>
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<h2 id="questions">Questions from students and parents</h2>
<p>The webinar concluded with an open question-and-answer session.</p>
<p>The 20 participants, including students and parents, were able to ask about the practical situations that matter to them directly. This was an important part of the format because changes in payment systems often become clearer only when they are connected to a real transfer, a bank account, or a specific problem someone has already encountered.</p>
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<p>The webinar reflected one of the ways MSOS can support students beyond social and community activities.</p>
<p>When a change directly affects everyday student life, the organisation can help connect the community with the institution that has the expertise to explain it. In this case, cooperation with the National Bank created a direct channel between students, families, and specialists working on the payment system itself.</p>
<p>For MSOS, the value of the event was not simply explaining what the abbreviation SEPA means. It was helping students understand how a major financial change can affect the practical reality of living between two countries.</p>
<h2 id="in-numbers">In numbers</h2>
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<li><strong>20</strong> participants</li>
<li><strong>2</strong> co-organising institutions</li>
<li><strong>2</strong> National Bank expert speakers</li>
<li><strong>1</strong> online session on practical SEPA payments</li>
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<li><a href="#games-food-history">Games, homemade food, and a little MSOS history</a></li>
<li><a href="#thank-you">A small thank you to the people who keep showing up</a></li>
<li><a href="#what-hub-is-for">What the Hub is here for</a></li>
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<h2 id="made-possible-with">Made possible with</h2>
<p><strong>Makedonsko kulturno drustvo Makedonija</strong> supported the renovation and development of the Hub. The <strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of the Republic of North Macedonia</strong> provided financial support for the renovation and development of the space. <strong>MSOS</strong> added further funding from the organisation's own saved finances, together with the renovation work, organisation, and future management of the Hub.</p>
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<figcaption>Photo placeholder: after a winter of renovation, the Hub was finally ready to welcome the community it was created for.</figcaption>
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<figcaption>after a winter of renovation, the Hub was finally ready to welcome the community it was created for.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="new-space">A new space for the community</h2>
<p>The Hub was renovated during the winter with the support of <strong>Makedonsko kulturno drustvo Makedonija</strong>, financial support from the <strong>Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Foreign Trade of the Republic of North Macedonia</strong>, and part of MSOS's own saved finances.</p>
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<p>MSOS wanted a place that students could actually use. A place for smaller events, workshops, meetings, cultural activities, informal gatherings, project work, celebrations, parties, and the many everyday moments that do not need a large venue but still need a home.</p>
<p>For an organisation built around students living away from Macedonia, having a physical space also creates something less measurable: continuity. It gives members somewhere to meet, plan, create, and return to.</p>
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<h2 id="people-behind-msos">A day for the people behind MSOS</h2>
<p>The opening was combined with a teambuilding because the space only makes sense when it is connected to the people who keep the organisation moving.</p>
<p>Throughout the day, members talked about MSOS, the activities organised over the years, and the different ways people have contributed to the organisation. There was time to look back, but also to talk about future ideas and how the Hub could help make more of them possible.</p>
<p>The gathering was not structured as a formal meeting. Instead, the programme moved naturally between conversations, games, food, and activities that gave newer and older members a chance to spend time together outside the usual event-planning environment.</p>
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<h2 id="games-food-history">Games, homemade food, and a little MSOS history</h2>
<p>One of the activities tested how well members really knew MSOS.</p>
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<p>It can also become a place where a new student can enter without needing a formal reason to be there.</p>
<p>The purpose is simple: to give the Macedonian student community in Slovenia a space where ideas can start, people can meet, and smaller moments can grow into future projects.</p>
<p>For MSOS, the Hub is not only a new room. It is infrastructure for the next chapter of the organisation.</p>
<h2 id="in-numbers">In numbers</h2>
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<li><strong>1</strong> new MSOS Hub opened</li>
<li><strong>1</strong> winter of renovation</li>
<li><strong>3</strong> partners behind the space</li>
<li><strong>1</strong> half-day teambuilding gathering</li>
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<h1>Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">From Ljubljana to Maribor, Macedonian students filled cafés with chants, flags, and laughter while watching the national handball team.</p>
<h1>Cheering for Macedonia, Watching Handball Together in Slovenia</h1>
<p class="article-subtitle">From Ljubljana to Maribor, Macedonian students filled cafés with chants, flags, and laughter while watching the national handball team.</p>
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<p>In January 2025, Macedonian students in Ljubljana and Maribor turned cafés into fan zones, gathering to cheer, sing, and share the thrill of handball, proving that even far from home, the spirit of Macedonia lives loud.</p>
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<h2 id="section-1">Two cities, one spirit</h2>
<p>This winter, the World Handball Championship brought more than just matches on screen. It brought Macedonian students together. In Ljubljana, the initiative came from a student, Ljuben Najdovski, who suggested that MSOS host a group watch of the match against Guinea held on January 19, 2025. With quick organization and support from the local café Lepa Žoga, a space was reserved, sign-ups were collected, and soon enough 25 students filled the place with flags, chants, and laughter.</p>
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<p>Just a week later, the energy carried over to Maribor, where the local MSOS team set up their own fan gathering for the match against France held on January 25, 2025. Hosted at café CLC in the city center, the event welcomed 35 students and friends, complete with snacks, music, and a proper fan atmosphere. Even though the result on the scoreboard was not in Macedonia’s favor, the night ended in celebration, with new friendships and even an after-gathering that lasted long beyond the final whistle.</p>
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<h2 id="section-2">More than just watching the game</h2>
<p>What made these events special was not only the sport. It was the way students created a piece of home abroad: waving flags, sharing drinks, shouting "Ајде Македонија!" at the screen, and laughing together at missed shots or brilliant saves. For newcomers, it was a chance to instantly feel part of a community. For others, it was a reminder that even hundreds of kilometers from home, they were not cheering alone.</p>
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<h2 id="section-3">A new tradition in the making</h2>
<p>From Ljubljana to Maribor, these watch parties showed that supporting the national team can be more than sports. It is a way to build friendships, strengthen community, and carry a piece of Macedonia wherever we go. With each match, the energy grows, and one thing is certain: these gatherings will continue to be part of the MSOS story.</p>
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<p>In January 2025, Macedonian students in Ljubljana and Maribor turned cafés into fan zones, gathering to cheer, sing, and share the thrill of handball, proving that even far from home, the spirit of Macedonia lives loud.</p>
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<h2 id="section-1">Two cities, one spirit</h2>
<p>This winter, the World Handball Championship brought more than just matches on screen. It brought Macedonian students together. In Ljubljana, the initiative came from a student, Ljuben Najdovski, who suggested that MSOS host a group watch of the match against Guinea held on January 19, 2025. With quick organization and support from the local café Lepa Žoga, a space was reserved, sign-ups were collected, and soon enough 25 students filled the place with flags, chants, and laughter.</p>
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<p>Just a week later, the energy carried over to Maribor, where the local MSOS team set up their own fan gathering for the match against France held on January 25, 2025. Hosted at café CLC in the city center, the event welcomed 35 students and friends, complete with snacks, music, and a proper fan atmosphere. Even though the result on the scoreboard was not in Macedonia’s favor, the night ended in celebration, with new friendships and even an after-gathering that lasted long beyond the final whistle.</p>
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<figcaption>Fans gathered at the Maribor base to cheer for Macedonia together.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="section-2">More than just watching the game</h2>
<p>What made these events special was not only the sport. It was the way students created a piece of home abroad: waving flags, sharing drinks, shouting "Ајде Македонија!" at the screen, and laughing together at missed shots or brilliant saves. For newcomers, it was a chance to instantly feel part of a community. For others, it was a reminder that even hundreds of kilometers from home, they were not cheering alone.</p>
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<figcaption>Two of our MSOS Maribor organizers enjoying the evening at the fan event.</figcaption>
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<h2 id="section-3">A new tradition in the making</h2>
<p>From Ljubljana to Maribor, these watch parties showed that supporting the national team can be more than sports. It is a way to build friendships, strengthen community, and carry a piece of Macedonia wherever we go. With each match, the energy grows, and one thing is certain: these gatherings will continue to be part of the MSOS story.</p>
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<p>On 18 November 2025, 45 students gathered at Lepa Žoga in Ljubljana to watch Macedonia play Wales.</p>
<p>The event was simple by design. There was no long programme, formal stage, or complicated schedule. The focus was the match, the atmosphere, and the opportunity for Macedonian students in Slovenia to spend the evening together.</p>
<p>What began as a small sports gathering attracted more people than expected.</p>
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<h2 id="short-preparation">A short preparation for a clear idea</h2>
<p>The event was organised between 15 and 18 November.</p>
<p>Hristijan Josifoski coordinated the activity, while Monika Jakimova supported its promotion. The short preparation period meant that the format needed to remain focused and easy to communicate.</p>
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<p>A football match naturally gives people something shared to react to.</p>
<p>Every attack, missed chance, discussion, and change in momentum becomes part of the room. People do not need a formal introduction before they begin speaking. The match creates its own rhythm and gives the gathering a reason to remain active from beginning to end.</p>
<p>That made the evening useful beyond the result on the screen.</p>
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<h2 id="sport-as-reason">Sport as a reason to meet</h2>
<p>The event had four connected goals.</p>
<p>It created a social occasion for Macedonians living and studying in Slovenia. It encouraged a shared sporting atmosphere. It tested whether students would respond to this type of activity. It also created a starting point for future social and sports events.</p>
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<p>It showed that a sports event can serve two purposes at the same time. It can bring people together around competition, while also helping a student community feel more connected.</p>
<p>Forty five students came to watch Macedonia and Wales.</p>
<p>They also left MSOS with a clear reason to organise the next gathering.</p>
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<h2 id="in-numbers">In numbers</h2>
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<li><strong>45</strong> students</li>
<li><strong>1</strong> shared football evening</li>
<li><strong>0 EUR</strong> direct MSOS expenditure</li>
<li><strong>Attendance</strong> above expectations</li>
<li><strong>Positive</strong> demand for future sports events</li>
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