PROGRAM

Below you will find an overview of the programme by sections. You are invited to read the full programme and combine the activities from the different parts.

The application form is the same for all parts of activities and the deadline for applications is Tuesday 15 October 2024 at 10:00.

*If there are any changes, we will inform you before the activity. We reserve the right to change the programme.

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SPORTS 

• Seafront walk from Koper to (and back) Simon's Bay with the possibility of a guided tour of the Archaeological Park | difficulty 1 | 9.30 meeting, 11.00 tour| meeting in Žusterna

The meeting point will be at the entrance to the macadam car park in Žusterna at 9.30. There are no guided walks.

• Seafront walk from Koper to (and back) Simon's Bay with the possibility of a guided tour of the InnoRenew CoE building | difficulty 1 | 9.30 meeting, 11.00 tour | meeting in Žusterna

The meeting point will be at the entrance to the macadam car park in Žusterna at 9.30. There are no guided walks. The guided tour will be in English.

• Seafront walk from Turistica to Piran (and back), with a visit to the Aquarium | difficulty 1 | 9.30 meeting, 10.30 tour| meeting in fornt of UP FTŠ Turistica

A relaxed walk to Piran with the possibility of a group visit to the Aquarium at 10.30. The walk and tour are not guided. Meeting point will be at the Turistica car park at 9.30 with option of parking for employees.

• Group rollerblading trip around Koper and to Ruda (Canava) in Izola (and back) | difficulty 2 | 9.00 gathering, duration up to 2 hours| gathering at the Park by the Koper Marketplace (tržnica)

Let's go roller skating! Meeting point at the park by the market, first warm up with a lap around Koper and head to Izola, where we stop for a coffee at Ruda and slowly head back to Koper. (Trip leader: Luka Kejžar). 

• Hike Prešnica Slavnik Prešnica with ŠportUP  | difficulty 3 | 9.00 start, expected to finish around 14.00| meeting at Prešnica parking spot

A hike to Slavnik from the village of Prešnica. We would meet at the car park in Prešnica (at the end of the village), we suggest coordinating the transport once the participants are known. The hike starts at 9.00, food and drinks from the backpack. The walk is suitable for those who are used to walking uphill and will take up to 2 hours one way. Equipment: hiking shoes, at least 1 litre of water, rucksack, anorak, change of clothes. (Activity is led by Simona Glavan).

• Hike to Lačna | difficulty 2 | 9.00 start, scheduled until 12.00| gathering in Gračišče

"Hike" from Gračišče to Lačna (1.2km walk). Lačna is a 451 m high hill located between Gračišče, Kubed and Hrastovlje. The top of the hill has a metal lookout tower, which offers a beautiful view of the nearby and distant surroundings, a sign-in box and a few small wooden benches. Equipment: hiking shoes, at least 1 litre of water, backpack, change of clothes. Parking directions (Google Maps). It is a good idea to share the ride, to save on fuel and parking. (Activity is led by Aljoša Gačnik).

• Motorbike ride | difficulty 2 | 8.00 start, expected until 10.00 | gathering at Square Brolo

A circular ride for all motorbike enthusiasts - from Koper it will take you through the coastal municipalities where you will see UP facilities that the organiser from maintenance knows very well. The tour is suitable for everyone with their own motorbike (tour leader: Boris Zudič).

CULTURAL AND SOCIAL 

• Silent Reading Morning with the UP Book Club | difficulty 1 | 8.30 start, scheduled until 10.30| MixUP

Silent reading parties are becoming an increasingly popular way to socialise - the UP Book Club organised the first one as part of the National Month of Reading Together. How does it work? You come, take a coffee or tea, sit down, switch off your phones and on a signal, the one-hour reading clock (planned from 9.00 to 10.00) will start counting down. Bring a book with you, whatever you are reading at the moment. During the reading time, the mixUP will be closed, giving you one hour of complete peace and quiet to really focus on one activity and calm down. After the reading, you can chat with your fellow students and share your reading experiences. (Activity leader: Tina Lekan Kraševec, UP Book Club, UP UK). 

• Calming the mind and focusing on handicrafts - workshop on making a soft crochet "scrunchie" | difficulty 1 | 10.30 start, scheduled until 12.30 | MixUP

This workshop provides an opportunity to chat and socialise as well as to retreat with quiet work, as handicrafts always bring a calm from the daily rush. Everyone can make a scrunchie (elastic) with soft wool. Materials (wool and elastic) will be provided, but it is preferable to bring your own crochet hook size 4.5 - 5.5 (some will be available to borrow). The workshop is suitable for complete beginners, as it provides up to two basic hooks, which can be learnt quickly. Making them for intermediate takes about 15 minutes, you can come at any time during the specified time, as long as the material does not run out. (Activity led by Martina Marušič Kos, UP Communication Office). 

• Tarok Tournament | difficulty 1-3 | 10.00 start| Avla UP Famnit

You are invited to the Tarok Tournament! The event will take place in the lobby of UP FAMNIT, in a relaxed atmosphere, where participants will draw lots to determine the tables they will play on. The game will be played with four players per table, numbers permitting. If the number of participants is different, tables with three or five players will also be set up. Beginners can also join in, and will be guided by experienced players and will be actively involved afterwards. All participants are asked to arrive 10 minutes before the tournament starts so that we can distribute the players among the tables in time. We will play according to the rules of the local tarot club Berač from Koper. (Activity leader: Tanja Labus, UP Famnit)

WORKSHOPS  

• Presentation of the activities of the Health Promotion Centre and aerobic fitness test with a 6-minute walking test | difficulty 1 | 9.00-12.00 | LIVADE facility

In addition to other services, the Izola Health Centre offers a Health Promotion Centre where you can find expert information, skills and support to make lasting changes in your lifestyle habits that will lead to better wellbeing and health. Before the test, each participant is checked for any health problems and has their blood pressure measured. A blood pressure measurement of no more than 165/100 is the first entry requirement for the walking test. After the test results are available, the physiotherapist and the kinesiologist will be available for individual consultations on appropriate physical activity for health promotion (Activity in cooperation with UP FVZ).

After registration you will receive the exact date of the test. The number of registrations is limited to 30 persons.

• Non-verbal communication: "Read body language" | difficulty 1 | 13.00| B3 Brolo

Through this lecture, participants will learn about different forms of non-verbal communication and the specifics of body language as its key element. The lecture offers insights into what certain gestures, body gestures, voice, our outward appearance or our choice of place in a room tell us. It will also present some interesting rules of behaviour in different cultures around the world. (Activity leader: Dr. Vesna Grahovac, KC UP).

• Creative Thinking | difficulty 1 | 13.00 to 14.00| ZOOM

Which is harder to do: perform surgery or make an effective advert? I will share with you the creative process, from insight, idea to execution. (Activity led by Lana Milovanović, Alumni of UP FHŠ).

• Body in space | difficulty 1 | 14.00 to 15.00| MP1 FAMNIT

This movement workshop is for anyone who wants to deepen body awareness. We will explore the relationship between body and space, listening and feeling. How to give the body the space and time to express its inner movement? The workshop is suitable for everyone; no prior knowledge of dance techniques is necessary. (Activity leader: Valentina Tomažinčič, UP IAM). 

• Innovation and society | difficulty 1 | 15.00 | UP FM

The aim of the workshop is to discuss our attitudes towards innovation through different types of personal experiences. What do we mean by innovation, how do we recognise it, is it important to us at all, why, when, for whom, what are the benefits but also the fears associated with innovation for the individual and society. (Acivity is led by: dr. Simona Kustec, UP FM, CRPZ)

LECTURES

• Food for the Future: From Young Talent to Global Challenges | difficulty 1 | 12.00 | P8 UP PEF

Representatives from the Slovenian Chamber of Commerce and Industry will present key activities, services and products of the Chamber of Agriculture and Food Enterprises, with a special focus on work with young people, including the annual Ecotrophelia and Ecotrophelia Junior competitions and the European FoodEducators programme, where they are participating as national representatives in the EIT Food project. In the second part of the lecture, they will delve into current challenges, opportunities and trends in the field of food, nutrition and grocery. (Activity led by: GZS, Lecture in Slovenian language, more information: Andreja Perčič, UP PEF)

SIDE EVENTS 

• ETHICS DAY 2024: Round Table on Ethics Day on Ethical Awareness in Research and Teaching at UP | difficulty 1 | 18. 10. 2024 | 12:00 | ZOOM

Ethical awareness influences how much attention is paid to the ethical aspects of research and teaching. Ethics committees, whose protocols guide reflection on the ethical aspects of various studies, also help to strengthen ethical awareness. The round table will share experiences on ethical awareness in research and teaching, present the work of the committees at different levels and encourage the transfer of good practices to other fields. (Activity implemented by: Prof. Dr. Vita Poštuvan and Prof. Dr. Ernest Ženko, more information: Tjaša Vidmar)

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