Dan NAKVIS: Quality Assurance in Higher Education Ceremony

The Dan NAKVIS event, co-organized by the Slovenian Quality Assurance Agency for Higher Education (NAKVIS) and the Slovenian Academy of Sciences and Arts (SAZU), took place on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, at the SAZU premises in Ljubljana. This inaugural traditional event was dedicated to reflecting on past achievements and looking toward the future. It combined professional accomplishments with a social component, emphasizing the importance of quality in higher education and fostering enduring partnerships critical to its advancement.

The event began with opening addresses by the President of SAZU, academician Dr. Peter Štih, and the Director of NAKVIS, Dr. Franci Demšar. Dr. Demšar highlighted the agency’s achievements over the past year and outlined priorities for 2025, stressing the significance of collaboration and engagement among stakeholders in the academic sphere. The centerpiece of the event was the presentation of certificates for accreditation renewals and external evaluations to higher education institutions, affirming their commitment to providing high-quality education.

The gathering concluded with an informal networking session, where attendees engaged in relaxed discussions over refreshments and music, exploring opportunities and challenges within the realm of higher education.