At Shumen University "Bishop Konstantin Preslavski"

18/05/2022

On May 18, 2022, a meeting took place at the Bishop Konstantin Preslavsky University of Shumen between the Vice-Rector for Research, Projects, and International Activities, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Rositsa Davidova-Madzharova, and the Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs and Educational Policies, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Ekaterina Lyutskanova, with the Chairman of the National Union of Labor-Productive Cooperatives in Bulgaria (NSTPK), Mr. Bozhidar Stanchev. Also in attendance were the Deputy Chairman of the NSTPK, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Vladislav Lazarov; the Director of the Vocational Training Center (VTC) at the NSTPK, Prof. Dr. Stefan Michev; and the Chairperson of the Labor-Productive Cooperative "Iglika" in Shumen, Ms. Galina Mirazchiyska.

The parties aligned on a common goal: to support the development of Bulgarian higher education, scientific research, and the business sector—key drivers of economic competitiveness and growth. They aim to foster a society built on knowledge and technological advancement, preparing students not only for their professional careers but also for fulfilling their social and civic roles. Discussions also covered potential participation in future European and regional forums and initiatives organized by the NSTPK.
A memorandum of cooperation and long-term partnership was signed, involving the Rector, Prof. Dr. Habil. Georgi Velkov Kolev of the Bishop Konstantin Preslavski University of Shumen, and the Chairman of the National Union of Labour-Productive Cooperatives in Bulgaria, Mr. Bozhidar Stanchev.