On June 13, 2022 (starting at 12 pm) a tripartite meeting was held at  ZOOM  with the participation of representatives of Cormack Consultancy Group (Edinburgh, UK) Claire Axel-Berg, International Consultant and Lawyer for Higher Education and Oksana Vavrenchuk, Executive Assistant, Director the Department of Access, Director of RVC Access and International Engagement (London, UK) Nina Davis and the Head of the International Relations Department of our University Oksana Palych.
Content of the event: This was the first follow-up call between Royal Veterinary College and S. Gzhytskyi University. Colleagues discussed the following:
1. Summer schools:
Considering the timing, it was agreed that the most sensible way of moving forward with this would be to organise the summer schools already in 2023
2. Joint research project
Last time, universities discussed the possibility of developing a joint master's programme. However, it was agreed to start with the joint research project in Veterinary Medicine which would allow the involvement not only of master's but also bachelor's students.
It will also give both institutions to get to know each other better and potentially go to the development of joint master's programme further down the line.
3. Support with the online teaching
S. Gzhytskyi University would be grateful for the support in online teaching of both their and displaced students whom they host on their campus.
It was agreed that colleagues at S. Gzhytskyi University would have internal discussion and send Royal Vet their ideas for help i.e. whether those should be one-off lectures or part of the curricula which Ukrainian students study; the subject areas they would need this support in; level of study - bachelor's or master's etc.
4. MOU
There will be a Twinning Conference on the 28th of June with the joint ceremony of signing which Royal Vet and S. Gzhytskyi could also join.
5. Equipment
S. Gzhytskyi sent a list of needed equipment to Royal Vet.
Royal Vet will come back with the update on this matter next week.
6. Further cooperation
It was discussed that Royal Vet would create a special working group which will be focusing on the Twinning cooperation. (including colleagues from Learning and IT departments)
7. Development of double degrees
Both Universities have such an aspiration and would look at it in a longer-term perspective
8. English language provision:
Royal Vet doesn’t have much experience with delivering English language preparatory courses but would like to develop those, so Cormack Consultancy Group suggested contacting both Reallyenglish and Aberystwyth to see what could be done
9. Other:
The colleagues at Royal Vet College have an internal meeting on Ukraine only on Wednesday this week

Wroclaw is a charming city in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship of Poland. I was so lucky to spend my Erasmus time here. The city has a rich architectural heritage and ancient history. You can visit many unique architectural monuments that combine different European styles. Market Square - the heart of Wroclaw. The main building is the Town Hall, which decorates the city and gives it grandeur.

   However, I fell in love with this city not only because of the richness of architecture, culture, and history but above all because of the people. Poles are incredible. They are sincere, cheerful, friendly, and hospitable. And now, in such a difficult time for us, Ukrainians, they are ready to lend us a helping hand and support us not only in word but also in deed. Hundreds of Ukrainian refugees found refuge in Polish homes, and tons of humanitarian aid were sent to our land. Rallies, meetings, and actions in support of Ukraine have taken place in the center of Wroclaw since the beginning of the war. Events are still taking place. Ukrainian music is heard everywhere, and a blue and yellow flag hangs on almost every building. Poles are very sympathetic and open-hearted. Thanks to this, every Ukrainian can feel at home. Such invaluable and important support is felt in every look, smile, touch, and word.

On May 26, 2022 (starting at 1 pm) a tripartite meeting was held at ZOOM with the participation of representatives of Cormack Consultancy Group (Edinburgh, UK) Claire Axel-Berg, International Consultant and Lawyer for
Higher Education and Oksana Vavrenchuk, Executive Assistant, Director the Department of Access, Director of RVC Access and International Engagement (London, UK) Nina Davis and the Head of the International Relations Department of our University Oksana Palych.

*Content of the event:* During the introductory meeting, both educational institutions presented themselves, discussed areas of cooperation. Ms. Davis out that there is an opportunity to involve the Council of Veterinary
Schools and the British Veterinary Association to increase support.

The Twinning concept was discussed, which is aimed at creating a deep and long-lasting partnership, which will allow for the support of University in both the short and long term. It was also emphasized that all support
should focus on allowing the university to maintain its link with staff and students, and this is vital for the long-term survival and development of the university.Twinning should enable key stakeholder groups in both
universities to come together and work together (students, staff, researchers) and offer institutional support.