{"id":35125,"date":"2026-06-12T11:17:58","date_gmt":"2026-06-12T09:17:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/semmelweis.hu\/nki\/?p=35125"},"modified":"2026-06-29T11:53:21","modified_gmt":"2026-06-29T09:53:21","slug":"one-submission-button-towards-a-broad-perspective-enriched-international-experiences-and-growth-mindset","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/semmelweis.hu\/nki\/en\/2026\/06\/12\/one-submission-button-towards-a-broad-perspective-enriched-international-experiences-and-growth-mindset\/","title":{"rendered":"One submission button towards a broad perspective, enriched international experiences, and growth mindset"},"content":{"rendered":"

Written by Gulsevar Turayeva, <\/span><\/span>second-year healthcare management student, Semmelweis University.<\/span><\/span><\/em><\/p>\n

<\/b>My name is Gulsevar Turayeva,\u00a0I\u00a0am\u00a0a second-year healthcare management student at Semmelweis University. <\/span><\/b>I have always been curious about how\u00a0healthcare systems\u00a0operate, but I am also passionate about learning about wider topics that have an impact on people\u2019s health and\u00a0the\u00a0quality of life. <\/span><\/b><\/p>\n

This is\u00a0exactly\u00a0why\u00a0a\u00a0EUniWell<\/a>\u00a0Blended Intensive\u00a0Program (BIP) opportunity\u00a0titled\u00a0„Education Towards a Sustainable Future<\/a>”\u00a0offered by the\u00a0University of Florence\u00a0immediately\u00a0appealed to me.<\/span><\/b> This was my journey to Florence with the hope of understanding sustainability in a more practical way.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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Gulsevar Turayeva<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

One of the main reasons I decided to apply for the\u00a0program\u00a0was the opportunity to step outside my comfort zone and learn from people with different academic, professional, and cultural backgrounds. Sustainability is often discussed as an environmental issue, but I was curious to explore how it connects to broader social and health-related challenges.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The program\u00a0combined\u00a0online preparation with an intensive in-person week in Florence. The online sessions provided a solid foundation and allowed participants to become familiar with the topics and with each other before meeting in person. As a result, the transition to the mobility phase felt smooth and well\u00a0organized.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

From the first day in Florence, the atmosphere was open, international, and highly interactive. Rather than simply attending lectures, we actively\u00a0engaged\u00a0in discussions, group work, and reflection exercises, learning not only from the instructors but also from one another. This exchange of perspectives was one of the most valuable aspects of the\u00a0program.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What impressed me\u00a0as well\u00a0was the way sustainability was presented as a complex, interconnected concept. Through\u00a0the lectures\u00a0and discussions, I gained a deeper understanding of how environmental, social, and economic factors influence one another and shape people’s lives. As a student interested in healthcare and health management, this perspective felt particularly relevant. It reinforced the idea that health outcomes are influenced not only by medical care but also by wider social and environmental conditions. One lecture on sustainability and society was especially thought-provoking, highlighting how sustainability is\u00a0ultimately connected\u00a0to responsibility, equity, and the way societies make decisions about the future.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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A group photo with the BIP participants. \u00a9 Gulsevar Turayeva<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Some of the most meaningful experiences of the\u00a0program\u00a0were\u00a0the visits to the La\u00a0Specola\u00a0Natural History Museum, Villa Demidoff, and the workshops at the Orto\u00a0Botanico. Together, these activities helped me understand the connection between human health, environmental sustainability, and social responsibility in a much more tangible way. Seeing the museum exhibits, exploring concepts such as carbon footprints and resource use, and discussing\u00a0systemic\u00a0thinking encouraged me to look beyond individual issues and consider the broader structures that shape both healthcare and society. These experiences reinforced the idea that challenges related to well-being, sustainability, and equity are deeply interconnected and can only be addressed through a holistic perspective.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

But\u00a0perhaps what\u00a0I appreciated most about the\u00a0program\u00a0was that the learning extended far beyond\u00a0academic\u00a0content. Through discussions, group work, and conversations with students from different countries and disciplines, I gained new perspectives while also reflecting on my own values and goals.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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The international environment created opportunities for genuine exchange, which I believe is one of the greatest strengths of\u00a0the\u00a0EUniWell\u00a0project. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Being in Florence added another special dimension to the experience, as the city’s unique atmosphere, history, and culture made\u00a0the mobility\u00a0even more inspiring. Altogether, the\u00a0program\u00a0was not only an opportunity to learn about sustainability, but also to grow personally, broaden my perspective, and connect with people and ideas in a meaningful way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

On the more logistical side, the program was exceptionally well organized, which allowed me to focus fully on the learning experience and the connections I made throughout the week.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Looking back, my biggest takeaway\u00a0is that sustainability is not an abstract concept but something that shapes our everyday decisions and influences how we think about health, equity, and the future.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sincere captures with international friends during the workshop at Villa Demidoff.\u00a0\u00a9 Gulsevar Turayeva<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Through the combination of academic learning, international collaboration, and personal reflection, the\u00a0trip to Florence\u00a0broadened my perspective and strengthened my motivation to continue my studies with curiosity and purpose. I would highly recommend this program to other students, as it offers not only valuable knowledge but also the opportunity to connect with people from\u00a0different backgrounds, challenge existing assumptions, and grow both academically and personally. I returned from Florence with new insights, meaningful connections, and a deeper appreciation of how learning can extend far beyond the classroom.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

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What are EUniWell Blended Intensive Programmes (BIPs)?<\/strong><\/p>\n

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BIPs consist of groups of learners undertaking a short-term physical mobility abroad (between 5 and 30 days) combined with a mandatory virtual element, which aims to bring together online participants to work and learn collectively and simultaneously on specific tasks that are embedded in the BIP and count towards their overall learning outcomes. They are short, intensive programs that use innovative ways of learning and teaching, including the use of online cooperation, as well as a real opportunity to develop international mobility skills.<\/p>\n

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If you are interested in participating in a BIP or other EUniWell educational offers, explore the Courses and Training Catalogue<\/a> and apply through the website.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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