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CBS joins a major European research and teaching alliance: “It’s very good news!”
CBS has been approved as partner in one of European University Network (EUN) alliances. The alliance aims to create synergy between all the involved universities by establishing shared learning experiences comprising multiple European Universities. And according to CBS’ Coordinator Martin Jes Iversen, the alliance brings a whole new dimension to academic work at CBS.
31 Aug 2020
Three CBS representatives criticize the decision-making process on appointment of deputy president
Members of the Academic Council and the General Consultation Committee criticize their exclusion from the decision to appoint a deputy president at CBS. They are worried that the decision and division of tasks will result in a lower priority for research and will lead to centralization.
27 Aug 2020
The President of CBS answers criticism about the new deputy president position
The advisory bodies at CBS criticize that they have not been involved in the decision-making process associated with the appointment of a deputy president, and fear centralization. The President of CBS explains that it has been a “high priority” to discuss the role and responsibilities of a deputy president with the Academic Council and General Consultation Committee.
27 Aug 2020
Your new friend is only one meter away!
This year’s Enjoy Campus Life campaign is settings all its sails to fight loneliness. As part of the campaign, hoodies, hand sanitizers and picnic blankets with slogans are being used to spread messages about being inclusive, making new friends and keeping fellow students from becoming excluded.
26 Aug 2020
A different study start: “We are worried about the dropout rate”
CBS Students is worried that the new intro-format and corona restrictions will send the dropout rate in the wrong direction compared to other years. However, smaller events, other students and personal responsibility should pave the way for the best study start possible, they claim.
26 Aug 2020
Intro week: “Our social relations will not be based on alcohol, but on being together and doing fun things”
Corona restrictions and a new intro week format are shaping this year’s study start. Two intro coordinators share how they have juggled it all, and what they hope for.
26 Aug 2020
How to get back into work mode after a long summer break
Summer is almost over, offices are reopening, school and lectures are ready and it’s time to get back to the daily grind. But getting back into work and study mode isn’t an easy task, especially after being away on summer break. In this post, student reporter Caroline Sølver shares five ways to get back into work mode and set yourself up for success.
25 Aug 2020
How to love a country you hate
Abel Aioanei was thrilled when he left Romania, two years ago. In fact, he didn’t plan to return. Ever. But coming to Denmark to study at CBS one year ago turned everything upside down. Could the Danes be the key to making him love the country he had always despised? And would five months of corona quarantine in Romania change anything?
25 Aug 2020
TechLabs equips 50 students with digital skills – now the student organization is opening its arms even wider
The student organization TechLabs is taking on new steps, as its Digital Journey Program has now been integrated into the official CBS curriculum. "It's an important milestone for the organization," says TechLabs. Also, this semester they will welcome 85 new techies.
24 Aug 2020
Three professors get top positions in prestigious organization: “This is huge for CBS” and “sends a strong signal”
CBS is well-represented within the prestigious association for management and organization scholars, the Academy of Management. Now, three professors – all female – occupy top positions in the organization, and according to them, this can make CBS more attractive to young female scholars, and boost equality and inclusion within academia.
21 Aug 2020
Goodbye exchange trip: “It was my last chance to study abroad”
Nicki Ingemann Iversen and Emidio Asquino were supposed to go to Taiwan and California this semester, but coronavirus decreed otherwise. Now, they are facing an entirely different semester with lost opportunities.
19 Aug 2020
Online teaching, learning and the meaning of life
COVID-19 has made teachers and students familiar with online teaching – for better and worse. In this opinion piece, Professor Peter Gammeltoft, from the Department of International Economics, Government and Business draws on years of experience with online teaching and summarizes what works and why.
18 Aug 2020
Is Copenhagen Pride Parade a civil religion?
Three researchers are behind a new research project at CBS that examines how Copenhagen Pride influences participants from organizations such as Netto, Danske Bank and the Danish Police. Organizations that over the past couple of years have been accused of so-called pink washing etc. And the researchers are looking for answers by approaching it as nothing less than a civil religion.
17 Aug 2020
Throwback: Relive three fabulous Pride Parades with CBS 🌈
CBS is participating in its fourth Copenhagen Pride, but this year, without a huge, colorful, buzzing and jolly pride parade. So, right here you can experience or relive CBS' participation in the past three Copenhagen Pride Parades under the motto 'Love Suits Everyone'.
17 Aug 2020
Photo gallery: Hello Miss Boogie
This profile article features more fabulous pictures of CBS graduate Finn Ferjá and his drag side-kick Miss Boogie.
14 Aug 2020
Finn is here to transform businesses with his drag queen persona Miss Boogie
Wearing lipstick and high heels all began as self-exploration for CBS graduate Finn Ferjá. But his sequin-clad drag counterpart, Miss Boogie O’Kayla, obviously has greater potential than giving Finn a personal boost of empowerment. Miss Boogie is a role model for the youth of today and makes businesses more diverse and inclusive.
Updated: 11 Aug 2021
All six CBS canteens soon to reopen with about half the Spisestuerne staff onboard
When Jespers Torvekøkken reopens the six CBS canteens on August 24, you’ll see some familiar faces, but a smaller assortment and initially no buffet. However, sustainability and gaining an ‘organic catering’ accreditation are still high priority, explains the Customer Manager.
13 Aug 2020
Coronavirus has serious consequences for exchange trips: “Hopefully, we’ll be back to normal in two or three years”
234 students are studying abroad on exchange trips this semester. The figure last autumn was 1,088. Martin Jes Iversen, Vice Dean of International Education, reflects on what he calls the “unfortunate and terrible” consequences of coronavirus for exchange trips. However, there is light in the dark for students hoping to go on exchange.
12 Aug 2020