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<p class="post-meta">MSOS Team • 8 Jun 2024 • Student Life</p>
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<h3 class="post-title">Morning Coffee in front of CTK – 2024</h3>
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<h3 class="post-title">Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024</h3>
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<p class="post-excerpt">When exams somehow become easier with Saturday morning coffee, burek, and good company!</p>
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<p class="post-meta">Kristijan Popovski • 8 Oct 2022 • Event</p>
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<h3 class="post-title">Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana</h3>
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<p class="post-excerpt">From an idea to a party with 500 students – that's how our story began!</p>
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<p class="post-excerpt">From an idea to a party with 500 students, that's how our story began!</p>
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<p class="article-publish-date">Published on October 8, 2022</p>
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<h1>Macedonian Student Night in Ljubljana</h1>
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<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>
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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>
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<h2 id="idea-to-movement">How an idea for socializing became the start of a movement</h2>
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<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>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>
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<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>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>
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<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>
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<footer>— Marko - first-year student (at the time)</footer>
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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>
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<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>
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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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<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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<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>
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<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>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>
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<footer>— Hristijan - second-year student (at the time)</footer>
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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>
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<footer>, Hristijan - second-year student (at the time)</footer>
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<h2 id="a-beginning">A beginning to remember</h2>
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<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>
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<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>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>
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<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 class="article-publish-date">Објавено на 8 октомври 2022</p>
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<h1>Македонска студентска вечер во Љубљана</h1>
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<p class="article-subtitle">Од идеја до журка со 500 студенти – вака започна нашата приказна!</p>
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<p class="article-subtitle">Од идеја до журка со 500 студенти, вака започна нашата приказна!</p>
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<p>На 8 октомври 2022 година, во срцето на Студентскиот кампус во Љубљана, се одржа првата македонска студентска вечер во Словенија. Под мотото #FeelsLikeHome, повеќе од 500 млади уживаа во македонска музика, вкусна традиционална храна и атмосфера која потсетуваше на дома. Овој настан не беше само журка – беше почеток на една нова приказна, која подоцна ќе прерасне во Македонска студентска организација во Словенија (МСОС).</p>
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<p>На 8 октомври 2022 година, во срцето на Студентскиот кампус во Љубљана, се одржа првата македонска студентска вечер во Словенија. Под мотото #FeelsLikeHome, повеќе од 500 млади уживаа во македонска музика, вкусна традиционална храна и атмосфера која потсетуваше на дома. Овој настан не беше само журка, беше почеток на една нова приказна, која подоцна ќе прерасне во Македонска студентска организација во Словенија (МСОС).</p>
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<h2>Како една идеја за дружење стана почеток на движење</h2>
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<p>Сè започна со едноставна желба – да се собереме, да се запознаеме и да ја почувствуваме Македонија, иако сме далеку од неа. Кристијан Поповски, тогаш студент на Економскиот факултет во Љубљана, ја сподели својата идеја со неколку колеги, а одговорот беше неверојатен. За помалку од две недели, преку 40 студенти се пријавија во организацискиот тим. Секој понесе дел од својот ентузијазам и време, а заедничкиот дух и желбата за поврзување ја претворија оваа спонтана иницијатива во настан што долго ќе го паметиме.</p>
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<p>Сè започна со едноставна желба, да се собереме, да се запознаеме и да ја почувствуваме Македонија, иако сме далеку од неа. Кристијан Поповски, тогаш студент на Економскиот факултет во Љубљана, ја сподели својата идеја со неколку колеги, а одговорот беше неверојатен. За помалку од две недели, преку 40 студенти се пријавија во организацискиот тим. Секој понесе дел од својот ентузијазам и време, а заедничкиот дух и желбата за поврзување ја претворија оваа спонтана иницијатива во настан што долго ќе го паметиме.</p>
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<p>Од тој момент, секој слободен миг го поминувавме во канцелариите на студентската организација <strong>„Повезани“</strong>, кои ни дадоа голема поддршка во организирањето. Денови и ноќи правевме планови, одржувавме состаноци, пишувавме објави на социјалните мрежи – сè со цел да создадеме настан кој првично мислевме дека ќе привлече, ако имаме среќа, околу 100 посетители.</p>
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<p>Од тој момент, секој слободен миг го поминувавме во канцелариите на студентската организација <strong>„Повезани“</strong>, кои ни дадоа голема поддршка во организирањето. Денови и ноќи правевме планови, одржувавме состаноци, пишувавме објави на социјалните мрежи, сè со цел да создадеме настан кој првично мислевме дека ќе привлече, ако имаме среќа, околу 100 посетители.</p>
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<p>Една недела пред настанот, секој ден објавувавме интересни факти за Македонија, нејзините национални богатства, музика и култура. Полека, но сигурно, ја градевме атмосферата и ентузијазмот, не само кај македонските студенти, туку и кај многу други кои сакаа да ја почувствуваат нашата енергија.</p>
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<p>„Организирањето на првата МСОС журка беше уникатно искуство – без сон, амбициозни и вклучени во сè, од логистика до бришење на подот... Среќа што постои Red Bull 😉 (П.с. целиот фрижидер го испивме!)“</p>
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<footer>— Марко – студент во прва година</footer>
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<p>„Организирањето на првата МСОС журка беше уникатно искуство, без сон, амбициозни и вклучени во сè, од логистика до бришење на подот... Среќа што постои Red Bull 😉 (П.с. целиот фрижидер го испивме!)“</p>
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<footer>, Марко, студент во прва година</footer>
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<h2>Вкусот и мирисот на Македонија во срцето на Љубљана</h2>
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<p>Покрај храната, посетителите можеа да разгледаат интересни факти за државата, фотографии од познати македонски дејци и културни знаменитости, како и да видат традиционални носии и <strong>гајда</strong> одблиску. Атмосферата беше топла и полна со љубопитност – како мала изложба во рамките на една голема студентска забава.</p>
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<p>Покрај храната, посетителите можеа да разгледаат интересни факти за државата, фотографии од познати македонски дејци и културни знаменитости, како и да видат традиционални носии и <strong>гајда</strong> одблиску. Атмосферата беше топла и полна со љубопитност, како мала изложба во рамките на една голема студентска забава.</p>
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<p>Посебна чест ни беше да ја пречекаме и <strong>амбасадорката на Северна Македонија во Словенија, г-ѓа Сузана Зеленковска</strong>, која упати топли зборови на охрабрување и поддршка за младите. Нејзиното присуство и интерес за настанот беа дополнителен мотив да продолжиме со нашата мисија за поврзување и афирмација на македонската студентска заедница.</p>
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<p>Журката беше одлична, со супер енергија што се шири насекаде. Студенти на сите страни и во еден момент владееше мал, но контролиран хаос – вистинско место каде што успеавме да се избориме и да направиме еден навистина одличен настан. Иако ја завршивме журката малку порано, студентите не престанаа уште еден час да пеат заедно со нас, како што го расчистувавме местото. Навистина, ноќ за паметење!</p>
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<p>Журката беше одлична, со супер енергија што се шири насекаде. Студенти на сите страни и во еден момент владееше мал, но контролиран хаос, вистинско место каде што успеавме да се избориме и да направиме еден навистина одличен настан. Иако ја завршивме журката малку порано, студентите не престанаа уште еден час да пеат заедно со нас, како што го расчистувавме местото. Навистина, ноќ за паметење!</p>
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<p>„Бев дел од тимот за организација и требаше да одржувам ред и мир меѓу студентите, ама кога ми ја пуштија песната ‘Бисер Балкански’ не издржав – па им се приклучив и јас... Тоа беше мојот специјален момент таа вечер!“</p>
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<footer>— Христијан – студент во втора година</footer>
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<p>„Бев дел од тимот за организација и требаше да одржувам ред и мир меѓу студентите, ама кога ми ја пуштија песната ‘Бисер Балкански’ не издржав, па им се приклучив и јас... Тоа беше мојот специјален момент таа вечер!“</p>
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<footer>, Христијан, студент во втора година</footer>
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<h2>Почеток што ќе го паметиме</h2>
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<p>Таа вечер не беше само уште една студентска забава – беше моментот кога сфативме дека сме започнале нешто поголемо. Наместо очекуваните 100 гости, во клубот влегоа околу <strong>500 студенти</strong>, а енергијата беше неверојатна. Се создадоа нови пријателства, се слушаа песни што ги пеевме од срце, а македонската култура и традиција беа во прв план цела вечер.</p>
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<p>Оваа ноќ го постави темелот за Македонската студентска организација во Словенија и ни покажа дека со ентузијазам, заедништво и малку храброст, може да се создаде нешто што ќе ги обедини луѓето и ќе им даде чувство на дом – дури и кога се далеку од него.</p>
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<p>Таа вечер не беше само уште една студентска забава, беше моментот кога сфативме дека сме започнале нешто поголемо. Наместо очекуваните 100 гости, во клубот влегоа околу <strong>500 студенти</strong>, а енергијата беше неверојатна. Се создадоа нови пријателства, се слушаа песни што ги пеевме од срце, а македонската култура и традиција беа во прв план цела вечер.</p>
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<p>Оваа ноќ го постави темелот за Македонската студентска организација во Словенија и ни покажа дека со ентузијазам, заедништво и малку храброст, може да се создаде нешто што ќе ги обедини луѓето и ќе им даде чувство на дом, дури и кога се далеку од него.</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>
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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>
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<h2 id="student-life">What lies behind student life in Slovenia?</h2>
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<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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<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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<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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<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>
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<h2 id="behind-the-scenes">Behind the scenes, our supporters</h2>
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<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>
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<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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<h2 id="why-special">Why was it special?</h2>
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<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>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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<footer>— Borjan Jovanovski, future student and event participant</footer>
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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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<footer>, Borjan Jovanovski, future student and event participant</footer>
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<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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<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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<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>
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<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>
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<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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<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>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>
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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>
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<h2 id="coffee-chat">"Coffee chat" with future colleagues, but on a panel discussion</h2>
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<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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<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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<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>
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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>
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<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>
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<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>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="see-you">See you in Slovenia!</h2>
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<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>
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<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>
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<p>See you again next year!</p>
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<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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<h1>Morning Coffee in front of CTK – 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles</h1>
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<h1>Morning Coffee in front of CTK, 2024: Coffee, burek, and lots of smiles</h1>
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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>
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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>
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<h2 id="beating-stress">Beating Exam Stress with Coffee</h2>
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<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>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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<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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<h2 id="student-emotions">We asked two questions that revealed a whole palette of student emotions</h2>
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<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>
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<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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<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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<h2 id="from-coffee-to-simulators">How we went from coffee to a flight simulator and 3D printing machines</h2>
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<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>
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<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>
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<h2 id="coffee-and-burek">Coffee and burek = motivation to get up every day and study for 12 hours</h2>
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<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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<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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<p>See you again next year – even more relaxed and with even more coffee!</p>
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<p>See you again next year, even more relaxed and with even more coffee!</p>
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