Monday, 7 October 2024 ŠtartUP, for the perfect start of the year 24/25!

The fourth successful edition of the social and sports event StartUP is already behind us. The first Saturday in October was once again dedicated to a relaxed social gathering among the students, alumni, senior students and the professional services of UP, or all those who have been and still are helping the students throughout their studies at the University of Primorska. 

In addition to the teaching members and the UP Institute, the University's centres and units were also represented, presenting to the students how they work and how they link the University's content with the environment. The UP Tutors were particularly helpful, as well as the International Office, which introduced the students to international options, especially in the context of joining the European University Transform4Europe.

This year's participation of associations, organisations and companies was record-breaking. More than 55 exhibitors were part of our event, which made our StartUP even richer and more diverse. Thanks to their generous donation of gifts, the StartUP raffle was also very successful and varied, for which we would like to thank them. 

As every year, this year's event was also held in the spirit of charity, as each exhibitor confirmed their participation by paying a symbolic entry fee, which was fully and directly transferred to the association Palčica Pomagalačica. This year, this humanitarian spirit was even greater thanks to the participation of coastal barbers called Barberijansquad, who collected voluntary contributions in exchange for haircuts, which were also donated to the Palčica Pomagalčica association for students in need.

This year, we stayed true to our green commitment to sustainability. Everyone brought their own cup or drink bottle. Coffee cups were also available for a voluntary contribution from the Centre of Useful Objects, which is run by Komunala Izola. Traditionally, delicious bobiches were served for lunch, which participants could also take home after the event. 

This year, more than 550 students attended the event and were welcomed by more than 100 employees and representatives of associations. Together, we managed to make one of the biggest events for the students of the University of Primorska, which enriched the start of the academic year.

We wish all students a successful start, course and end of the academic year 24/25!