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11/22/24, 11:20 AM
Budapest Fellowship Program, Visiting Fellowship Program

MCC Debrecen Hosts A Discussion on the Return of Trump

Debrecen
Tuesday, November 5, marked a pivotal moment for the future of the world's most powerful country—a crossroads between two vastly different visions. The U.S. presidential election brought a sweeping victory for Donald Trump and the Republicans, possibly the most remarkable political comeback in American history.
11/19/24, 1:38 PM
Leadership Academy

The importance of deep purpose and free energy governance - lessons from Bijan Khezri's course

In today's world, where one has to make decisions every second, what can give direction to our lives and work? Bijan Khezri's presentation on "Free Energy Governance" sought to answer this very question. The course, which straddled the boundary between business strategy and personal development, offered new perspectives on the concepts of goals, success and purpose in life, encouraging students to examine their own inner compass.
11/19/24, 11:02 AM
Budapest Lectures, Center for European Studies

MCC Hosts an Event Addressing the Challenges of the Muslim Brotherhood

Budapest
Yesterday’s Budapest Lecture event a thought-provoking discussion on The Brotherhood and Its Networks: Secular Society Under Siege. Florence Bergeaud-Blackler, an esteemed anthropologist and author of the bestselling book Brotherism and Its Networks: An Investigation, captivated the audience with her insights. The event was moderated by Rodrigo Ballester, Head of the Center for European Studies at MCC.
11/18/24, 3:48 PM
Learning Institute

What can we learn from Asia in education?

What can we learn from Asia in education?
The attitude of Asians towards education and their values contribute greatly to their outstanding performance in major global measurements, said János Setényi, Director of the Learning Institue, at a MCC panel discussion in Miskolc. The expert was asked by a university student Gábor Molnár about the recently published book "Learning from Asia in education" and what we should learn from Asians about learning and education.
11/18/24, 10:34 AM
Transcarpathian Public Leadership Program

The Carpathian Public Leadership Progran opened its new training year

Between 15-17 November 2024, the first training camp of the seventh year of the Transcarpathian Public Leadership Program took place in Budapest. The central theme of the weekend was self-awareness and understanding of our environment, which unfolded through theoretical lectures, interactive workshops and community activities.
11/15/24, 3:58 PM
Learning Institute

Teaching both our national past and universal history is important for our identity and understanding

MCC Pécs organised a lecture entitled "The European battles of history teaching". According to Tamás Fedeles, Vice-Rector of the Department of Medieval and Early Modern History at the University of Pécs, the task of a historian is to work without bias and compromise, and to view the events of the past in this way.
11/15/24, 11:20 AM
Visiting Fellowship Program

Turning Points: Reflections on the 5th EPC Summit’s Vision and Goals

Budapest
Yesterday, we were proud to host an insightful event, "Turning Points: An Evaluation of the 5th EPC Summit’s Vision and Goals," where experts came together to discuss the pressing challenges facing Europe. The event, inspired by the recent EPC Summit held in Hungary, brought together thought leaders to reflect on its outcomes and explore solutions in the areas of security, migration, and regional cooperation.
11/15/24, 10:58 AM
Climate Policy Institute

A full house at the Climate Policy Institute's "Rush or crash? European automotive industry on the green road"

The participants of the discussion were Dr. Barna Hanula, Associate Professor at the Audi Hungaria Faculty of Automotive Engineering of Széchenyi István University, Péter Simon, Technical Director of the 35-year-old Duna Autó Zrt. and Gábor Szűcs, journalist of electric cars.hu and head of the communication committee of the Hungarian Electromobility Association (ELMOB). The discussion was moderated by Dr. Balázs Zay, Senior Researcher at the Climate Policy Institute.
11/15/24, 10:27 AM
Youth Research Institute

Faces of generations - A packed house on education and generational differences

The lecture "The Face of Generations", where generation researcher Krisztián Steigervald and Levente Székely, head of the Youth Research Institute, held an exchange of ideas, was attended by a full house. The discussion was not only about the challenges of raising children today, but also about the dilemmas arising from generational differences.
11/13/24, 3:30 PM

Style is What you Build for Yourself: Miklós Schiffer Lectures on the Importance of Style

Dress has always been important in terms of how they express themselves to their environment in everyday life. This is even more so in the world of politics, where dress is also part of official protocol. One must only think of the British royal dynasty or the leaders of certain countries, whose clothing and dress style is part of the appearance of the community they represent.
11/12/24, 4:08 PM
Learning Institute

Profitable talents

Retaining young professionals is not only the responsibility of the education system but also a cornerstone of economic development. If students can find employment and career opportunities locally after completing their university studies, the city in question can continue to grow and thrive. This important idea was highlighted during the presentation titled "The Return on Talent - The Relationship Between Education and the Economy," where we spoke with Enikő Szakos, Education Researcher at the Learning Institute, and Zoltán Pécskay, Executive Director of EDC, about the topic.
11/12/24, 2:49 PM
Migration Research Institute

Visiting unknown acquaintances - Migration Research Institute staff in Central Asia

In Central Asia, Hungarians are seen as friends, but they are also looking for opportunities to build relations with other European countries. We also talked about this with our guests, Mark Vargha and Blank Kovács Kovács, two analysts from the MCC Migration Research Institute, who have been in Central Asia - Uzbekistan and Tajikistan - to research migration trends and the water situation, as well as the growing Chinese influence.
11/12/24, 11:29 AM
Center for Constitutional Politics

How to Elect Judges? Judicial Appointments in Eastern Europe and Latin America

Budapest
The Center for Constitutional Politics recently hosted an engaging panel discussion featuring Johanna Fröhlich, a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Political and State Theory at the National University of Public Service, and Katalin Kelemen, an Associate Professor at Örebro University in Sweden.
11/11/24, 1:43 PM
Transylvanian School of Politics
2024-25 évfolyam

Transylvanian School of Politics started its 8th academic year

21 students started their studies free of charge thanks to the Mathias Corvinus Collegium (MCC), the Hungarian Youth Council (MIÉRT) and the Hungarian Democratic Alliance of Romania (RMDSZ).
11/11/24, 11:18 AM
School of Law, Center for International Law

Sovereignty in the Age of Globalization and Digitalization

"The 2024 version of the rule of law combines the power of judges, militant groups and administrative authorities that claim to be "independent". Judges make law while pretending to interpret it. Militant groups transform their demands into basic rights through the media. The 'independent' administrative authorities exercise an aggressive form of social engineering without having been given a mandate to do so, and in the name of combating hatred and disinformation they are in fact promoting civilizational censorship. They are doing this as part of a globalized techno-structure that is steadily stripping national sovereignty of its essence," said Mathieu Bock-Coté, world-renowned Canadian sociologist, author and political commentator, at the Laws of Sovereignty conference on Friday. The international event, organized by MCC, brought together renowned law professors, political scientists and experts from international judicial fora from around the world and legal cultures to share their views on the new challenges to sovereignty, such as globalization, European integration and digitalization.
11/9/24, 2:51 PM
Institute for Hungarian Unity

Wherever we go in the world, we find Hungarian stories - The harrowing story of Hungarian prisoners of war in Sardinia

A few years ago, Gábor Margittai, director of the MCC's Institute for Hungarian Unity, came across a
11/7/24, 4:24 PM
Learning Institute

The Challenges and Opportunities of Teaching History in the 21st Century

A roundtable discussion titled "The Frontlines of History Education" was organized by the Mathias Corvinus Collegium’s Debrecen training center , featuring Dr. Péter Forisek, Director-General of the Teacher Training Center at the University of Debrecen, and Richárd Fodor, Researcher at the MCC Learning Institute. The discussion focused on the essential questions: Why, what, and how should we teach?
11/7/24, 11:04 AM
Climate Policy Institute

Climate Policy Institute:The past, present and future of US climate policy in light of the presidential election

The issue of climate and environmental protection in the United States is an even more polarised political issue than in Europe. Republicans often refer to the Democrats as climate alarmists who are destroying the economy, while the latter often see the former as uninformed climate deniers. Moreover, this antagonism does not only permeate campaign communications, but also appears at the highest level of the hierarchy, i.e. at the presidential and presidential candidate level.
11/6/24, 3:04 PM
Election Nights

MCC Co-Hosts Insightful U.S. Election Night Event

Budapest
The Election Night event, co-hosted by the Center for Fundamental Rights last night, gathered experts and officials to examine the wider implications of the U.S. election.
11/5/24, 2:56 PM
Migration Research Institute

Without stereotypes and prejudices - Let's get to know the Arab world!

What happens in the Arab world affects the whole world: the oil crisis of the 1970s, or the Arab Spring, which led to the great migration crisis. This is why it is important to focus on the Arab world, which is not really a united region, but a divided one," says Meszar Tárik, Senior Researcher at the Migration Research Institute, who was interviewed by Blanka Kovács, an analyst at the Institute, about his new book, The Arab Mind.
11/5/24, 1:00 PM
Youth Research Institute

Defusing the Demographic Time Bomb: Leading Demographer Speaks to MCC Students on Humanity's Future

On November 4, 2024, the Youth Research Institute hosted an event focused on the global population crisis. The central theme of the event was how the declining birth rates worldwide threaten societal sustainability and the potential implications for future generations.
11/4/24, 4:31 PM
Learning Institute

Challenges and Solutions in V4 Education: Poland

The Polish education system faces several significant challenges, ranging from teaching methods to systemic instability. In a recent discussion, key experts highlighted these issues and proposed possible solutions to create a more stable and effective educational environment.
11/4/24, 1:19 PM

MCC Students Engage in Diplomatic, Cultural, and Academic Experiences in the United States

From September 15th to 22nd, MCC students participated in a study trip to the United States at the invitation of the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. During the one-week program, participants gained an in-depth insight into American political, cultural and historical life and built valuable international contacts.
10/30/24, 2:11 PM
School of Law

MCC-King's Summit in London: A Deep Dive into Europe’s Past and Present

“Instead of Ideology, Europe Is Based on History”
10/29/24, 9:57 AM
Brussels

Transylvanian Students Embark on Immersive EU Journey in Brussels

This week, twenty Hungarian high school students from across Transylvania participated in an educational journey to Brussels, designed to deepen their understanding of European Union institutions and the city's rich historical context. Representing all eight MCC centers in Transylvania, this diverse group had the unique opportunity of a four-day, multifaceted trip, which fostered connections among young Hungarians and strengthened networks within the Hungarian minority in Romania.
10/28/24, 11:35 AM
Climate Policy Institute

No taboos on genetic modification and GMOs

In Hungary, the ban on GMOs was primarily driven by public health and environmental concerns, but there was also considerable resistance to GMOs among local farmers and consumers, which contributed to the policy decisions. The Hungarian government has emphasized the preservation of local food production and biodiversity, and has set itself the goal of protecting traditional farming methods.
10/24/24, 1:24 PM
Brussels

MCC Brussels Honors the Spirit of 1956 with its Annual Freedom Breakfeast

On a crisp October morning in Brussels, history, memory, and the enduring fight for freedom were celebrated at the Freedom Breakfast, a commemorative event that honored the legacy of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. Hosted by MCC Brussels, the event featured powerful speeches from prominent figures, each reflecting on the continued relevance of the revolution and the challenges facing Europe today.
10/23/24, 12:50 PM
Center for European Studies, Conferences

MCC’s Center for European Studies Hosts Conference on EU Merit-Based Enlargement

Budapest
This past Friday, MCC's Center for European Studies organized a captivating and thought-provoking conference titled “EU Merit-Based Enlargement: Utopian, Dystopian, or Simply Realistic?”. The event brought together prominent experts and intellectuals from Türkiye’s Economic Development Foundation (IKV), Hungary, and beyond to explore the future of EU enlargement and debate the challenges and opportunities surrounding the topic.
10/21/24, 1:23 PM
Conferences, German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation

MCC Co-Hosts the Transatlantic Partnership in a New Era Conference

On October 14th, MCC hosted the "Transatlantic Partnership in a New Era" conference in Berlin, uniting influential leaders from Europe and the United States to tackle significant challenges impacting the Transatlantic alliance. The event, organized by Mathias Corvinus Collegium, The German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation, The Danube Institute, and TheRepublic, sought to connect American, German, and Hungarian conservatives while fostering a vision for a future where these nations cooperate under conservative governance. Key sessions addressed critical topics including migration, antisemitism, economic policies, and evolving transatlantic relations.
10/21/24, 10:39 AM
Budapest Fellowship Program, Center for Law and Society, Center for Private Law, Center for International Law, Fall Academy

"Europe's Strength Lies in the Unparalleled Diversity of its Nations' Cultures."

Esztergom
MCC's School of Law hosted its three-day Autumn Academy under the title “At the Crossroads of Europe.” The weekend's discussions placed the goals and tasks of Hungary’s EU presidency into a broader context, addressing the challenges facing European cooperation. Renowned Hungarian legal scholars and leaders involved in the presidency shared their insights on these issues, followed by a debate competition among participating students.
10/17/24, 12:27 PM
Brussels, Conferences

MCC Brussels Hosts "The War Against the Past: Fighting for our history" Conference

A thought-provoking intellectual forum took place at the historic Solvay Library in Brussels, addressing the cultural attacks on Western history and heritage. Titled "The War Against the Past: Fighting for Our History," the event was organized by MCC Brussels and brought together leading European thinkers to discuss societal tensions surrounding historical revisionism, identity politics, and the erasure of Western cultural achievements.
10/15/24, 11:31 AM
Visiting Fellowship Program

Myths, Hoaxes and Pseudoscience with Peter Boghossian

The renowned American philosopher and college professor, philosopher Peter Boghossian gave a lecture on the topic of myths, hoaxes and pseudoscience at MCC. The intriguing event shed light on the growing influence of ideologies on scientific journals and academic institutions has contributed to a growing "crisis of confidence".
10/14/24, 8:56 AM
Conferences, German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation

MCC is organizing a conference in Berlin with the involvement of internationally recognized experts, scholars, and politicians.

The goal of the "Transatlantic Partnership in a New Era" conference is to create a unique forum for discussing the most current issues concerning European and American relations, as well as the public affairs of both continents, from the perspectives of Hungary, Germany, and the United States.
10/11/24, 4:23 PM

The Emerging Global South in a Shifting World Order – Samir Saran at MCC

The Global South plays a critical role in shaping the future of global affairs, economics, and culture. As the world becomes more interconnected, understanding and engaging with these nations is essential for achieving a more equitable and sustainable future. Coming from India, our international guest Samir Saran talked about his country’s development over the past three decades and also explained the hardships India faces in the 21st century.
10/10/24, 3:08 PM
Migration Research Institute

Bence Rétvári: EU fine on Hungary over migration policy is outrageous

Bence Rétvári has called the EU's procedures against Hungary on migration policy "unfair". The Deputy Minister and Parliamentary State Secretary of the Ministry of the Interior was speaking at the book launch of the MCC Migration Research Institute - Guarding the Gates of Europe - The Hungarian Approach to Migration is the first English-language publication to present Hungarian migration policy in a comprehensive manner. The discussion also touched on issues such as the EU's migration pact, which the politician said was an invitation letter to migrants.
10/10/24, 12:58 PM
University Program

Free courses, international knowledge network, community - The new academic year has started for the MCC University Program

The University Program of Mathias Corvinus Collegium (MCC) in Cluj-Napoca started the new academic year with 123 students. The invited speaker at the opening ceremony on 8 October was the British academic and author Dr. Matthew Goodwin, who highlighted the importance of higher education institutions and encouraged students to uphold their values.
10/9/24, 1:52 PM
Youth Talent Program, High School Program

Cave paintings of social media

The shadows on the walls of the Platonic cave were only images of a secondary reality. According to Professor John von Heyking, this is what social media is like today: what we think is fact is just an impression of something that may have passed through several filters.
10/3/24, 3:32 PM
School of Law, Conferences

Every Generation Has a Duty to Fight for its Cultural Heritage": MCC Particpates in an International Heritage Protection Conference

16 students from MCC's School of Law participated in an international conference on different aspects of cultural heritage protection. The conference covered topics such as the protection of culture in the era of globalisation and European integration, the challenges of artificial intelligence and armed conflict, and the specific situation of underwater heritage. The students presented cases of Hungarian cultural heritage protection such as the Verespatak investment and the protection of the origin of Tokaj wine.
10/2/24, 10:47 AM

Frank Füredi's New Book The War Against the Past: Why The West Must Fight For Its History, was Presented After Cancellation Attempt

Brussels
There was great anticipation surrounding the release of Professor Frank Füredi's book, The War Against the Past: Why the West Must Fight for its History. Originally scheduled to be held at a local bookstore, the event was relocated to the Brussels Press Club on Monday evening after the bookstore unexpectedly canceled the event.