True teachers are those who use themselves as
bridges over which they invite their students to cross; then, having
facilitated their crossing, joyfully collapse, encouraging them to create their
own. Nikos
Kazantzakis
I chose this quote by,
because my visit at the Dzemal Bijedic University of Mostar showed me that a beautiful bridge can be built not only between the two banks of the river, but
also between people.
I am very happy that I had the opportunity to visit the Faculty of
Education UNMO as a visiting professor under the Erasmus mobility program.
My visit took place in January 2020, was organized with the support of
Wszechnica Polska University in Warsaw. Our university, which has an agreement
with the Dzemal Bijedic University of Mostar, hence not only staff but also
students can benefit from the exchange program. I strongly encourage you to
take advantage of this amazing opportunity.
Conducting classes in another country is always a challenge. Dzemal Bijedic
University of Mostar received me very warmly. Over the past few days, I have
been accompanied by curiosity, openness, reflection, surprise, joy and frosty
mornings. I strongly support everyone in Bosnia who believes in education
and change and wants to develop this beautiful country!
dr Marek Smulczyk
