The South East European University today held the central ceremony marking the 24th anniversary of its establishment, a solemn event that brought together rectors of public universities from the country and the region, representatives of the diplomatic corps, the business community, accreditation and quality assurance bodies in education, as well as many other distinguished guests.
SEEU Rector, Prof. Dr. Sadudin Ibraimi, addressed the attendees, emphasizing the historical importance of the University’s founding date and the key role SEEU plays in advancing education, innovation, and inclusion. He highlighted the development of the seven faculties, including the two newest ones — the Faculty of Technical Sciences and the Faculty of Health Sciences — as clear evidence of the institution’s dynamism and strategic vision.
Rector Ibraimi also spoke about some of the year’s most significant achievements, such as the launch of the Preparatory Year for international students, the innovative initiative “AI at SEEU”, and SEEU’s active participation in the European Alliance “ChallengeEU”, where the university is recognized as one of the driving forces of the project.
The Chairman of the University Board, Prof. Dr. Klaus Tochterman, offered a symbolic perspective on the number 24, connecting it with continuity, stability, and achievement — values that, according to him, have defined SEEU since its creation. He expressed special gratitude to the PhD candidates, university staff, and international partners whose contributions have helped shape SEEU into a modern, resilient, and socially impactful institution.
As part of the anniversary, SEEU promoted its PhD candidates, while staff members with 20 and 10 years of service were awarded recognitions and gifts for their long-term contribution to the institution’s development.
The artistic program of the ceremony featured performances by the well-known opera artist from Tetovo, Besarta Murtezani, pianist Shkelzen Baftiari, and the Tetovo Choir led by maestro Jeton Pustina, giving the event a refined cultural atmosphere. The ceremony was masterfully moderated by Arbra Sulejmani.
In conclusion, the ceremony served as a moment of reflection and return to the University’s core values — inclusion, innovation, and integrity — reaffirming SEEU’s commitment to its mission of educating and empowering future generations.
