The University of Prešov took part in the 32nd edition of the European Fair of Post-Secondary and Lifelong Education, Gaudeamus Brno 2026, held from 20 to 23 October 2026.

Gaudeamus is the largest education fair in Central Europe, bringing together universities, higher education institutions, educational organizations, and young people seeking their place in the academic world.

This year's event featured 453 universities, higher education institutions, and educational organizations from 13 countries, offering more than 10,000 study programmes. The fair attracted over 30,000 visitors, primarily secondary school students and teachers, as well as career counsellors and parents.

The event also offered a rich accompanying programme, including lectures, workshops, university presentations, and discussions with graduates. For Slovak higher education institutions, Gaudeamus represents a strategic opportunity to showcase study opportunities in Slovakia, highlighting the growing quality of education, accessibility, bilingual programmes, digitalized teaching methods, and mobility opportunities within the European Higher Education Area.

As part of the joint national stand of Slovak public universities, coordinated by the Ministry of Education, Research, Development and Youth of the Slovak Republic, representatives of the University of Prešov provided visitors with information about study opportunities and admission procedures. Occupying more than 200 m², the Slovak national pavilion was among the largest exhibits at the fair. This year, it hosted 14 public universities from across Slovakia, while four additional universities were represented through their own individual exhibition stands.

The University of Prešov was represented at the event by Erika Čechová and Zdenka Tomko Medoňová, who introduced prospective students to the university's study programmes, international opportunities, and student life in Prešov.