On the occasion of the 51st anniversary of the successful work and development of the University of Banja Luka, a leading higher education institution in the Republic of Srpska, a rich programme of events has been prepared to mark this important milestone.

The commemorative programme will begin on 6 November at 10:00 a.m. with a memorial service and the laying of wreaths at the memorial plaque dedicated to the students and staff of the University of Banja Luka who lost their lives in the Defensive-Patriotic War while serving as members of the Student Brigade and regular soldiers of the Army of the Republic of Srpska. The memorial service will take place on the plateau between the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and the Faculty of Law.

The ceremonial academy marking University Day will be held on 7 November at 12:00 p.m. at the Banski Dvor Cultural Centre.

On 16 November at 10:00 a.m., the University Rectorate will host a promotion ceremony for doctoral graduates who successfully defended their doctoral dissertations during the past year. On 17 November, the University Student Cultural Centre will host the Conference on Science at the University of Banja Luka.

The programme will also feature numerous activities organised by the University’s member institutions, including conferences, book and publication promotions, celebrations of significant anniversaries, and various cultural and other events.

The programme will bring together students, academic and administrative staff, alumni and numerous guests, providing an opportunity to showcase the University’s most significant achievements in education, scientific research, culture and international cooperation.