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5/13/26, 2:39 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

MCC Research Featured in International Volume on European Constitutionalism

MCC is pleased to announce that our colleague, Kálmán Pócza, Head of MCC’s Center for Constitutional Politics has contributed a chapter to the volume European Constitutionalism the Other Way Round, published by Cambridge University Press.
5/13/26, 2:32 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

MCC Researchers Contribute to Major Handbook on East European Politics

MCC is pleased to announce that two of our colleagues from MCC's Center for Constitutional Politics, Kálmán Pócza and Márton Csapodi, have contributed a chapter to the second edition of The Routledge Handbook of East European Politics, soon to be published by Routledge.
5/13/26, 2:25 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Upcoming Events at MCC's Center for Constitutional Politics

MCC's Center for Constitutional Politics is pleased to announce a high-profile series of international conferences and research seminars for June and the Autumn 2026 semester. Join us as we host world-renowned scholars to discuss the evolving nature of authority, history, and constitutional ideology.
5/13/26, 2:24 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

MCC Researchers Present Constitutional Law Research at International Doctoral Workshop

On May 5, 2026, two colleagues from MCC’s Center for Constitutional Politics, Dóra Réka Babos and Márton Csapodi, presented their latest research at the Second Doctoral Students' Workshop titled "The Rule of Law and Judicial Dialogue in Europe: Continuity and Change".
5/10/26, 2:38 PM
Ambassador Talk

Ambassador Talk Brings Japanese Perspectives to MCC Szeged

Szeged
Japanese culture, diplomacy, and technological innovation took center stage at the latest Ambassador Talk event hosted by MCC Szeged, where participants had the opportunity to engage in a thought provoking discussion with His Excellency Tetsuya Kimura, Ambassador of Japan to Hungary. The conversation was moderated by Patrícia Szalai, MCC student, who guided the discussion through a range of topics related to Japanese society, international cooperation, and diplomacy.
5/8/26, 3:02 PM
Ambassador Talk, Kecskemét Center

Ambassador Talk Brings Diplomacy Closer to Students

Kecskemét
As the closing event of the course, students in Kecskemét had the opportunity to welcome His Excellency Ignacio Enrique Ruiz Perea, Ambassador of the Republic of Colombia to Hungary, for a special Ambassador Talk session.
5/7/26, 4:13 PM
Ambassador Talk, Miskolc Center

Ambassador Talk at MCC Miskolc: His Excellency Saud Hamad Ghanem Hamad Alshamsi, UAE Ambassador to Hungary

Miskolc
MCC Miskolc recently welcomed a distinguished guest as His Excellency Saud Hamad Ghanem Hamad Alshamsi, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Hungary, visited the city at the invitation of Mathias Corvinus Collegium. The visit took place as part of MCC’s Ambassador Talk series, which aims to bring the world of diplomacy closer to students through direct and engaging conversations.
5/6/26, 10:11 AM
Kaposvár Center

Education in Transition: MCC Kaposvár Conference Highlights the Growing Role of Teachers

Kaposvár
How can educators remain a stable guiding force in a world shaped by constant digital stimulation, social transformation, and rapidly changing expectations? This question stood at the heart of the “Fast Changing World, Stable Teacher” conference organized by MCC's Kaposvár Center, where nearly 100 educators gathered to exchange experiences, reflect on today’s educational challenges, and explore new perspectives on the future of teaching.
5/5/26, 3:19 PM
Climate Policy Institute

Understanding Sustainability in Practice: A Week of Learning at MCC

MCC's Climate Policy Institute once again joined the nationwide Sustainability Week, welcoming primary and secondary school students to a series of thought provoking lectures between April 21 and 25. The program set out to bring sustainability closer to students by offering a clearer and more comprehensive understanding of today’s environmental challenges and their everyday relevance.
4/30/26, 2:14 PM
Youth Research Institute

CTRL+YOUTH Conference Explores the Social Impact of Technology on the Next Generation

Budapest
Digital technology has evolved into a defining framework of everyday life, profoundly influencing how younger generations think, connect, and develop. In response to these changes, MCC’s Youth Research Institute, in partnership with the National Media and Infocommunications Authority (NMHH), organized the international scientific conference CTRL+YOUTH – Raising Conscious Digital Citizens. The bilingual event aimed to foster international knowledge exchange while offering practical and theoretical guidance for parents, educators, and policymakers navigating the digital environment.
4/30/26, 11:42 AM
Ambassador Talk

Diplomacy and Dialogue: Ambassador of Chile Visits MCC Kaposvár

Kaposvár
MCC’s Kaposvár Center recently hosted the latest edition of MCC’s Ambassador Talk series, welcoming Camila Malvina Marquez Araujo, Ambassador of Chile to Hungary, for an engaging and insightful discussion with local high school students.
4/30/26, 9:54 AM
Center for Constitutional Politics

A View from the Bench: Marc Bossuyt’s Reflections on Constitutional Adjudication

On April 28, MCC's Center for Constitutional Politics welcomed Professor Marc Bossuyt, Former President of the Belgian Constitutional Court, as part of the “A View from the Bench” seminar series. The event offered not only an overview of an exceptional professional career, but also a deeper insight into the personal dimensions of constitutional adjudication and the application of international law.
4/29/26, 2:37 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Princeton Historian Explores the Origins of Modern Sovereignty at MCC

Budapest
On 16 April 2026, MCC's Center for Constitutional Politics hosted Natasha Wheatley, Associate Professor of History at Princeton University, for an online lecture exploring the emergence of modern sovereignty. Drawing on her book The Life and Death of States, Wheatley challenged the assumption that today’s world of nearly 200 nation states represents a natural or inevitable development. Instead, she argued that the current international order is rooted in legal experimentation that followed the collapse of the Habsburg Empire.
4/24/26, 10:19 AM
Brunch Talks, Collegium Content, MCC-Mindset School of Pyschology

Living Well in a Welfare Society? MCC Brunch Talk Explores a Modern Paradox

The latest event of the spring semester Brunch Talk series welcomed Dr. Ádám Márky, Head of the MCC-Mindset School of Psychology. In his lecture titled Living in a Paradox. Being Well in a Welfare Society?, Dr. Márky examined the growing tension between material prosperity and psychological well-being. The discussion was moderated by academic moderator Szabolcs Nyiri, PhD researcher at the Academy, and student moderator Júlia Fülöp from the MCC-Mindset School of Psychology.
4/23/26, 1:44 PM
Középiskolai kapcsolatok és rangsor

Exploring China’s Education System: Hungarian Delegation Visits Beijing and Shanghai

Mathias Corvinus Collegium organized an international study trip focusing on the Chinese education system, giving a delegation of Hungarian teachers and school principals the opportunity to visit Beijing and Shanghai and gain firsthand insight into one of the world’s most discussed educational models. The participants were selected from Hungary’s top one hundred secondary schools and took part in the program with the professional support of MCC.
4/22/26, 11:24 AM
Collegium Content

Simulating the World Stage: BIMUN Empowers the Next Generation

International thinking, debate culture, and a sense of responsible public engagement took center stage at the Budapest International Model United Nations conference, whose closing day was hosted for the second consecutive year by Mathias Corvinus Collegium. The event reflected MCC’s educational approach by creating a space where young people can engage with real global challenges and develop their skills through practical experience.
4/21/26, 3:26 PM
Center for Next Technological Futures

Young Minds, Global Impact: MCC Students at EBES Conference

Eight students from Mathias Corvinus Collegium presented their latest research at the Eurasia Business and Economics Society international conference last week, hosted by MCC. Bringing together nearly one hundred speakers over two days, the event offered a dynamic platform for exploring the economic and technological challenges defining today’s world.
4/15/26, 10:53 AM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Understanding Postliberalism

Budapest
On April 9, 2026, MCC's Center for Constitutional Politics hosted Jacob Williams, a recent doctoral graduate in Political Theory from the University of Oxford’s Department of Politics and International Relations, for a research seminar examining the intellectual foundations of postliberalism. The event brought together students and scholars to explore one of the most complex areas of contemporary political thought.
4/14/26, 2:57 PM
Collegium Content, International Relations Directorate

Reviving Tradition: Hungary’s First Summer School in Classical Architecture

Mathias Corvinus Collegium, in partnership with the Classical Planning Institute, has announced the launch of Hungary’s first summer school dedicated to classical architecture. The program aims to bring together architects, developers, planners, students, and all those interested in rediscovering and advancing a tradition that has shaped the built environment for centuries.
4/13/26, 10:23 AM
Collegium Content, Center for European Studies, International Relations Directorate

A Critical Look at EU Governance: Double Standards in Practice

Budapest
The Danube Institute, in cooperation with Mathias Corvinus Collegium, hosted a panel discussion titled The EU’s Double Standards – The Case of Hungary, Poland, Spain, and Ukraine. The event brought together leading experts to examine how the European Union applies its rule of law mechanisms across member states and candidate countries. The discussion featured Jerzy Kwasniewski, President of Ordo Iuris Institute, Rodrigo Ballester, Head of the Center for European Studies at MCC, and Fernando Simón-Yarza, Professor of Constitutional Law at the University of Navarra. The panel was moderated by Gergely Dobozi, Director of Operations at the Danube Institute.
4/9/26, 2:09 PM
Collegium Content, International Relations Directorate

Global Dialogue and Shared Values Take Center Stage at MCC Ahead of JD Vance Visit

Budapest
At MCC's headquarters, a high level panel discussion set the tone ahead of the arrival of Vice President JD Vance, focusing on international cooperation, value based thinking, and the key political challenges shaping today’s world. The conversation brought together a distinguished group of speakers, including László Krisztián, Director of International Relations at MCC, James Orr, Professor of Cambridge University, Gladden Pappin, President of the Hungarian Institute of International Affairs, and Márton Ugrósdy, Deputy State Secretary. The panel was moderated by Krisztián László, Director of International Relations at MCC. The discussion offered a wide ranging reflection on the role of institutions, societies, and leadership in an increasingly complex global environment.
4/8/26, 4:02 PM
Collegium Content, International Relations Directorate

A Transatlantic Dialogue on Education and the Future: JD Vance at MCC

Budapest
During his visit to the headquarters of Mathias Corvinus Collegium, Vice President of the United States JD Vance not only praised the institution but also offered broader reflections on education, community, and the challenges facing the Western world. Prior to the discussion, Balázs Orbán, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of MCC, welcomed the Vice President and highlighted both the significance of the occasion and the mission of the institution.
4/2/26, 1:58 PM
International Relations Directorate

Strategic Partnership and Shared Vision: North Macedonia’s Prime Minister Visits MCC

Budapest
Hungary has consistently been a leading advocate of the European Union integration of the Western Balkans, a priority that continues to define its foreign policy. In this context, relations between Hungary and North Macedonia have developed into a comprehensive strategic partnership based on mutual respect and shared interests. During his visit, Prime Minister Hristijan Mickoski outlined his vision for further strengthening bilateral cooperation.
4/1/26, 3:43 PM
School of Law

Bringing Legal History to Life: Inside MCC’s First LEXplorer Competition

What happens when legal history steps out of textbooks and comes alive in a real competitive setting? This is exactly what students experienced at the first-ever LEXplorer legal history competition, organized by MCC's School of Law. This unique initiative provided law students from across the country with the opportunity to test their knowledge over three rounds – from quick-fire questions and complex case analyses to in-depth research presentations.
3/31/26, 3:59 PM
International Relations Directorate

Cultural Shifts and Comedy: Rob Schneider’s Insights at MCC

“I love your country. It’s clean, safe, and has a strong sense of pride.” With this striking opening, American actor and comedian Rob Schneider set the tone for an engaging and thought provoking discussion at MCC in Budapest. Reflecting on his impressions of Hungary, he described it as a place of order, security, and strong national identity, which he believes gives it a unique role in Europe’s cultural and intellectual landscape.
3/30/26, 11:00 AM
Center for International Law

From Classroom to Courtroom: MCC Training in Sopron

Sopron
MCC's School of Law organized a case solving training in Sopron, offering students a unique opportunity to experience how law operates in practice through real life cases and simulated scenarios. The program aimed to move beyond textbook examples and provide hands on insight into legal reasoning and decision making.
3/28/26, 2:37 PM
Ambassador Talk

MCC Pécs: Hungary–US Relations in Focus at Ambassador Talk

Pécs
His Excellency Szabolcs Takács, Hungary’s Ambassador to Washington, visited MCC Pécs for an Ambassador Talk focusing on Hungarian–American relations.
3/27/26, 2:56 PM
MCC Feszt

Ideas by Day, Music by Night: MCC Feszt Returns to Esztergom

This summer, Esztergom will once again host one of Hungary’s most distinctive public affairs and cultural events, taking place between July 30 and August 1. In recent years, the festival has become a unique meeting point where thought provoking professional debates, world renowned speakers, and exceptional musical programs come together within a single event.
3/27/26, 10:20 AM
Brunch Talks

Literature and Identity Across the Habsburg Empire

At the latest Brunch Talks event, Dr. Antonia Sophia Baraniuk presented her research on the “Unredeemed Nations” of the Habsburg Empire, focusing on the awakening of national identity between 1700 and 1920. The lecture examined how literary works contributed to shaping concepts of nationhood across Hungary, Bohemia, Poland, and Italy.
3/25/26, 1:04 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Study Visit to the House of Lords

Between March 10 and 13, 2026, students from the School of History and Social Sciences participated in a four-day study trip to England, organized by the Center for Constitutional Politics. The trip focused on the operation of the House of Lords, as well as its current and potential future reforms.
3/23/26, 11:46 AM
Youth Research Institute

Career, Security, and Family: The Dilemma of Generation Z

Budapest
Organized by MCC’s Youth Research Institute, a recent lecture by Emma Gilland explored fertility trends and family policy based on interviews with British Generation Z women. As fertility rates continue to decline across the Western world, the research examined how young women in their twenties approach decisions about having children and what factors shape their choices.
3/18/26, 4:02 PM
Center for International Law

Among the Best in Rome: MCC Team Delivers Outstanding Performance

MCC's School of Law team finished among the world’s top eight at the ninth International Moot Court Competition in Law and Religion, held in Rome. Teams from prestigious universities, including Harvard University and Università Bocconi, participated in the multi-day international final.
3/17/26, 3:17 PM
Budapest Summit

Strong Nations, Strong Europe: Key Takeaways from Eger

Eger
The MCC Budapest Summit continued in Eger, where participants of the international conference attended an English-language lecture addressing the role of sovereignty and national identity in shaping Europe’s future. The discussion brought together students and experts to reflect on the foundations of strong and resilient societies.
3/16/26, 1:35 PM
Budapest Summit

Preserving European Identity in a Changing World Discussed in Békéscsaba

Békéscsaba
Migration and its impact on European civilization stood at the center of a discussion held in Békéscsaba as part of the MCC Budapest Summit event series. The lecture explored the future of European identity, the societal consequences of migration, and the question of how the continent can preserve its cultural self understanding in an era of rapid global change.
3/15/26, 12:09 PM
Ambassador Talk

MCC Welcomed Ambassador Maya Kadosh for a Discussion on Israel’s Security and Innovation

MCC welcomed Her Excellency Maya Kadosh, Ambassador of the State of Israel to Hungary, for an Ambassador Talk focused on Israel’s security environment, diplomatic priorities, and deepening cooperation with Hungary. Reflecting on her service in Israeli military intelligence during the Camp David negotiations, Ambassador Kadosh emphasized that diplomacy and national security are inseparable. She underlined that Israel must continuously articulate and defend its position internationally in order to safeguard its legitimacy in a complex and shifting global landscape.
3/13/26, 3:11 PM
Budapest Summit

Debrecen Hosts MCC Budapest Summit Discussion on the Future of US–Hungarian Relations

Debrecen
Following two days of discussions in Budapest, the MCC Budapest Summit continued on March 12 in Mathias Corvinus Collegium’s regional centers. In Debrecen, the discussion focused on the future of US–Hungarian relations and how recent political developments in Washington could influence cooperation between the two countries in diplomacy, energy security, and economic investment.
3/12/26, 12:54 PM
Budapest Summit

Reclaiming the West: MCC Budapest Summit Explores the Future of Western Civilization

The MCC Budapest Summit brought together international scholars, policymakers, and experts in Budapest to discuss the future of Western civilization under the theme Reclaiming the West. Over two days of keynote speeches and panel discussions, the conference addressed key challenges facing Europe and the wider Western world, including sovereignty, security, migration, culture, and economic competitiveness.
3/6/26, 10:50 AM
Budapest Summit

Can the West Reclaim Its Path to Peace and Stability? MCC Budapest Summit to Address the Future of Western Civilization

Budapest
Just over a century ago, the Western world stood at the height of its power. Its empires spanned continents, its economic and military strength was unrivalled, and its cultural and artistic achievements set the global standard. Today, however, this historic dominance faces mounting challenges. Demographic decline, mass migration, and growing geopolitical competition are placing increasing pressure on Western societies, while internal divisions and external tensions continue to test the resilience of Europe and the wider transatlantic community.
3/5/26, 9:30 AM
Brussels

Sovereignty and Migration: Debate in Brussels on Returning Control to Member States

A conference held on March 4 in Brussels examined the future of European migration and asylum policy and the possibility of returning greater authority to national governments. The event, titled Taking Back Control From Brussels: The Renationalization of EU Migration and Asylum Policies, brought together policymakers and experts to discuss the structural challenges facing the European Union’s migration framework. The discussion featured Rodrigo Ballester, Head of MCC’s Center for European Studies, Viktor Marsai, Executive Director of the Migration Research Institute, Jerzy Kwaśniewski, President and Co-founder of the Ordo Iuris Institute, and Fabrice Leggeri MEP, member of the Patriots for Europe Foundation and former Director of Frontex. The conversation was moderated by Róbert Gönczi, analyst at the Migration Research Institute. The event was co-funded by the European Parliament.
3/4/26, 4:04 PM
Center for Constitutional Politics

Research Seminar on the Functional Necessity of Law