HELPING CHILDREN DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

UM rector Prof. Zita Horváth is calling on university citizens – staff and students – to join the gift drive and help others in the region.

Donations are requested of toys and clothing for children and adults in good condition. School supplies and canned goods and other food that will last are also appreciated.

Donations will be accepted from 8 November to 10 December. Collection point: in the main entrance, opposite the reception desk.

Chocolates and candies are also being collected in support of the Sütni jó! Foundation in preparation for Mikulás (5-6 December, when Santa visits children in Hungary): same place, until 10:00 on 3 December.

Rector Horváth pointed out that the university plays an important role in North Hungary and has been serving economic and social development for over 70 years, and its contributions should not be limited to teaching and research but should also include service to society. Donations are one way to support those living in hardship, whose situation has often been made worse by the pandemic.