KROK University
KROK University
From October 28 to December 1, 2024, the final partner meeting of Erasmus+ Project “International Students Adaptation and Integration / INTERADIS” (619451-EPP-1-2020-1-NL-EPPKA2-CBHE-JP) was held at the Netherlands Business Academy, in the Netherlands.
The KROK University team was represented by:
- Andrii Lotariev – Director of Educational and Scientific Institute of International Education;
- Anna Drobyna – Head of International Office;
- Maryna Skalatska – Project Manager of International Office;
- Halyna Bohachenko – Director of International Project Office.
Throughout the event, partners reviewed the key results and achievements of the project over the past four years, sharing memories and reflecting on impactful moments. They summarized project outcomes, discussed strategies for implementing initiatives beyond the funding period, and laid the groundwork for sustaining project gains and launching new initiatives.
A key focus was on the presentation of final reporting requirements, covering responsibilities, timelines, documentation, and financial reporting. Additionally, participants worked in groups to assess the project’s most significant outcomes.
One of the highlights of the event was the presentation of the "Collection of the best practices for INTERADIS project partners in adaptation and integration of international students” which provides an overview of the project’s objectives, major achievements, and transformations realized over the four-year span.
Another milestone was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding among consortium members, affirming their commitment to future collaboration. In light of the success of the INTERADIS Project, partners expressed mutual interest in continuing and expanding cooperation in training, research, and capacity building to foster internationalization, raise educational standards, and support innovation within higher education institutions.
A special guest of the event, Oksana Oliinyk – Director of the Ukrainian School in Dordrecht, participant in the MEDIATS Project and an alumna of KROK University's Master's Program in Mediation and Conflict Resolution – shared her insights into the growth of the international student community in Dordrecht and led several workshops.
Many thanks to Jan van Zwieten and all team of Netherlands Business Academy; the Cooridnator of the project, KROK Unviersity, the Co-coordinator, for the wonderful organization of the event and to all partners for the active and fruiful participation.
On October 23 and November 5, 2024, the selection of «KROK» University students for mobility programs with European higher educational institutions took place.
The selection committee included: Andrii Lotariev, Director of Institute of International Education, Anna Drobyna, Head of International Office, Maryna Skalatska, Project Manager of International Office, Iryna Savchuk, Manager of Students’ Office, Kostiantyn Rebekevsha, Secretary of Student Council.
This time the universities from Austria, Poland, Hungary, Lithuania, Latvia, Italy, Spain, Germany and Croatia were offered to the participants. The selection consisted of three stages, namely:
• Motivation letter;
• B2 level English language test;
• Interview with the selection committee.
The results of the Selection will be available at the facebook group KROK_Exchange
Congratulations to the winners! We wish you an interesting and useful semester at partner HEIs in Europe!
Within the Business Planning and Sustainable Development course, students of the Management (English) program took part in the SDGame World, aimed at spreading awareness of the Sustainable Development Goals.
Congratulations to Lizaveta Artamonova, 2nd year student, for getting the best result among the group (99 points out of 102!).
We are glad that the students of "KROK" University are joining the global trend for Sustainability! You are welcome to join us!
Dear students!
An additional Call for selection of students for exchange programs is announced open! There is a possibility to be awarded with the scholarship within the framework of the Erasmus+ KA 171 program to cover your semester abroad.
The selection will take place on November 29, 2024, at 13:00, online in Microsoft Teams. Register at the link
Registration is compulsory! The link to the meeting will be sent to the corporate e-mails of registered participants!
List of Universities offered for the Additional Call:
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University of Castilla la Mancha (Spain)
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University of Foggia (Foggia, Italy)
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Baltazar University (Zapresic, Croatia)
For detailed information, please contact: Anna Drobyna, Head of International Office, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
On October 3, the defense of the Bachelor Thesis of the students of Double Degree program with the Netherlands Business Academy took place. The examination committee included: Marko Blaeke, Professor of the Netherlands Business Academy, Andrii Lotariev, PhD in Public Administration, Director of Educational and Scientific Institute of International Education of "KROK" University and Olena Naumova, PhD in Economics, Associate Professor of International Business Department of "KROK" University.
Congratulations to Charles Ngulefac Atabong and Koleosho Jamiu Remilekun on the successful completion of their studies and future obtaining of Bachelor of Business Administration Diploma of Dutch University!
We wish you further success and new achievements! We are proud of you!
Dear students!
On October 23, 2024, at 1:00 p.m., in Microsoft Teams the selection of students of "KROK" University for mobility (exchange) programs will take place.
If you want to spend the next semester in a partner HEI in Europe, hurry up to register! Registration is obligatory! Following the link.
The link for selection will be sent to the CORPORATE e-mails of registered participants. The most up-to-date information on mobility programs (list of universities available for selection for the next semester, scholarship opportunities, FAQs, etc.) is available in the Facebook group KROK_Exchange.
We advise you to watch the video from the informational event "Erasmus Day", where you can learn about the selection criteria and get useful tips for preparation for selection.
If you have any questions, contact the International Office: Anna Drobyna, Head of International Office, tel. (093) 508-74-17, (096) 302-83-56, e-mail: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
01-03 October 2024 Pavlo Marchenko, 2nd year student of the specialty "Law" of the master's program of "KROK" University and Arsen Boniuk, 2nd year student majoring in “Finance, Banking, Insurance and Stock Market” of Professional College of KROK University took part at International Highlight Event 2 in frameworks of Erasmus+ Project “International Students Adaptation and Integration / INTERADIS” (619451-EPP-1-2020-1-NL-EPPKA2-CBHE-JP) that was organized at National University of Water and Environmental Engineering in Rivne, Ukraine.
The programme for students included various learning activities, seminars,
team building and interactive events, communication with a Buddy group, student parliament and organisations.
Participants played interactive games such as “Culture is speaking” and “Connecting Through Experience: A
Student Dialogue”, which allowed them not only to gain new knowledge but also to share their experience with
colleagues from different European countries. Everyone liked the “Raccoon Note” game, which aims to show how fake
news and disinformation are spread using real-life examples.
Participation at the event has become not only
an important stage for the personal development of the students, but also a source of new ideas that will be
embodied in future projects of KROK University.
Many thanks to the great team of National University of Water and Environmental Engineering for the perfect organization of the event!
01-03 October 2024 International Highlight Event 2 in frameworks of Erasmus+ Project “International Students Adaptation and Integration / INTERADIS” (619451-EPP-1-2020-1-NL-EPPKA2-CBHE-JP) was organized at National University of Water and Environmental Engineering in Rivne, Ukraine.
- Andrii Lotariev – Director of Educational and Scientific Institute of International Education;
- Anna Drobyna – Head of International Office;
- Maryna Skalatska – Project Manager of International Office;
- Halyna Bohachenko – Director of International Project Office.
IHE 2 brought together academic leaders and international experts to discuss global cooperation in higher education and the integration of international students in Ukraine.
Prof. Nataliia Savina, Vice-Rector for Research and International Affairs opened the event. Svitlana Shytikova, Project Coordinator of the National Erasmus+ Office in Ukraine; Olena Shapovalova, Director of the Ukrainian State Centre for International Education; and Andrii Lotariev, Director of Educational and Scientific Institute of International Education of KROK University, welcomed the participants. Jan van Zwieten, Rector of the Netherlands Business Academy presented the EU’s vision for international education and shared experience of the Netherlands. Olena Sulyma, Deputy Director of the Ukrainian State Centre for International Education presented the research “International students in Ukraine during war”, and shared insights of the EAIE Conference 2024.
Ukrainian partners shared best practices and achieved results, including strategy for international students, socio-cultural adaptation program and its post-project development, strategic advances: administrative, web, and educational outcomes, enhancing of international students' journey: co-working zones, roadmaps, and digital engagement. The key project publication "Collection of Best Practices of INTERADIS Project Partners" in Ukrainian and English languages was presented by KROK University, owner of WP Dissemination.
Discussions on collaboration between universities, businesses, and government for comfortable adaptation and integration of foreign students were led by representatives of Rivne Regional State Administration, while representatives of InvestInRivne Agency highlighted the Rivne region’s investment potential. The team from Newcastle University presented the value of global education and experience.
IHE 2 provided a platform for sharing ideas and strategies for the successful integration of international students in Ukraine. In parallel the sessions for the students were organized.
Many thanks to the great team of National University of Water and Environmental Engineering for the perfect organization of the event!
"KROK" University offers to spend an academic semester in Europe! Would you like to learn about mobility (exchange) programs and get information about scholarship programs?
Hurry up to register for the each semester information event Erasmus Day by filling out the form. Registration is compulsory!
Erasmus Day will take place on October 15, 2024 at 14:00 online at Microsoft Teams*.
*The link will be sent to registered participants by corporate mail.
Follow the news in the Facebook group KROK_Exchange.
16-20 September 2024 International Highlight Event 2: Dissemination and Sustainability Conference in frameworks of Erasmus+ project “Synergy of educational, scientific, management and industrial components for climate management and climate change prevention/ CLIMAN” (619119-EPP-1-2020-1-NL-EPPKA2-CBHE-JP) took place at Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University in Batumi, Georgia.
The team of KROK University was represented by:
- Andrii Lotariev – Director of Educational and Scientific Institute of International Education;
- Halyna Bohachenko – Director of International Project Office;
- Anastasiia Shepelia – Project Manager of International Office;
- Anastasiia Nakonechna - Project Manager (Corporate Governance) of the executive support service;
- Alina Holtseva - Director of the Department for Student Affairs;
- Valentyn Yancharuk - Manager of Public Relations of the Department of PR and Advertising, Head of Vocal Studio.
Representatives of KROK University as co-coordinator, shared the story and challenges of the CLIMAN project. They highlighted key events and activities, summarizing the results and achievements. As partners, KROK presented the project's outcomes, including the development and piloting of climate management modules, modernization of educational programs, accreditation, as well as the activities and initiatives of climate management center, including the roadmap for collaboration with stakeholders.
Ukrainian and Georgian partners, in addition to the main project results, emphasized the importance of enhancing the qualifications of lecturers and administrative staff, providing opportunities for students, disseminating information, and ensuring the sustainability of initiatives. The meeting also included practical sessions in Machakhela National Park and student presentations showcasing their achievements after completing a two-week internship at Akaki Tsereteli State University in Kutaisi.
The strong CLIMAN consortium, comprising partners from the Netherlands, Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Italy, Ukraine, and Georgia, demonstrated mutual understanding, shared values, problem-solving abilities, and support throughout the project. This collaboration lays a solid foundation for new perspectives, opportunities, and initiatives that promise continued fruitful cooperation in the future.
Many thanks to the project teams of Batumi Shota Rustaveli State University and Akaki Tsereteli State University for the perfect organization of the International Highlight Event!
The Project is co-funded by the Erasmus+ Program of the European Union.
