On Wednesday, 29 November, the 6th Health Day was held – with a huge response from staff and students at Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU). During the event, participants had an opportunity to donate blood and undergo simple health check-ups, performed by prospective physicians – members of students’ scientific interest groups.
“Nowadays, when for the sake of successful communication, communication specialists are more frequently included in company management teams, understanding the specific features of business management and legal aspects seems a logical step,” views Liene Dupate-Ugule, who graduated from the Master’s study programme International Business and Law at the Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) Faculty of European Studies.
In preparation for Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) Research Week, which will be held in April 2019, our researchers answer three short questions which provide insight into their achievements as well as their current research interests. We invite you to mark your calendars and save the dates of 1 — 5 April so you can be part of the major RSU research event!
During the last week of November, ANSER (Academic Network on Sexual and Reproductive Health Policy) members, including Rīga Stradiņš University, met at Ghent University and analysed the progress of joint projects as well as existing challenges in sexual and reproductive health (SRH) in Europe and globally.
This week the International Department (ID) at Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) commenced a new lecture series aimed at fostering the adaptation of international students in Latvia and integration of the multicultural student community. The first lecture, titled “Confidence Building in the Professional World” was presented by Latvia’s leading specialist in business communication, protocol and etiquette, Irma Kalniņa.
On 11 October, the Latvian Medical Association presented its Annual Award in Medicine, and in the Public Health Person of the Year category the award went to Professor at the Faculty of Public Health and Welfare at Rīga Stradiņš University (RSU) Ģirts Briģis, who is also Head of the Public Health and Epidemiology Department. He has raised an entire generation of Latvian physicians – they learned the basics of epidemiology and acquired skills in substantiating their arguments with real study results.
From a regional perspective, countries often face similar or even the same safety concerns and challenges, nevertheless a common societal security policy is an issue that has become a standing item on the agenda on the topic of regional security.
Christmas comes only once a year, so let’s all celebrate together with holiday cheer! RSU ISA and RSU SP have organised a Christmas celebration – the Starlight Express Christmas Kick-off Party! Join us for one magical evening on 7 December 2018 from 21:00 at Radisson Blu Daugava Hotel (Kuģu iela 24, Rīga).
Christmas is approaching. The weather is getting colder, it will soon be snowing... the days are getting darker. Wouldn't it be nice to bring a change to this year's Christmas for children and mothers who cannot have a proper Christmas? Make a child feel special this Christmas!!
