On a sunny afternoon in Pangrati, we caught up with current CYA student, Gretchen Bednarz,  to have a chat about how she has been spending her free time; teaching German at a community center and shelter for refugees.

Even though the sun is bright and the weather hot, we all have to get through the requisite final exams and papers before we can fully enjoy summer. At CYA, that isn’t too difficult. We are surrounded by a historic city with countless cafes, bustling with activity as tourism season begins. I interviewed a few of my peers to see where they enjoyed doing their work most. As someone who alternates between readings in bed and the local cafes, I definitely have some more exploring to do!

CYA’s 2nd Annual Student Conference,  Concepts of Urban Design and Public Space in Greece Throughout the Ages took place on May 2 -3, 2018.

The Annual CYA Student Conference is a long inspired dream of our academic community and reflects CYA’s dedication to building strong academic foundations for our students. The success of the 2nd Conference indicates that the annual event will become a tradition for our institution.

CYA’s third field trip for Spring Semester 2018, to Northern Greece, April 17 – 21

New Realities and Untapped Potential – Diversity Abroad Conference 2018

In April 2018, CYA’s Executive Director of Student Affairs, Nadia Melinioti attended the Diversity Abroad Conference: New Realities and Untapped Potential in Miami, FL. Over 500 education professionals, student leaders, employers, and leading graduate program providers met to discuss ways to advance research, develop effective advising tools, and offer learning & development opportunities essential to creating equitable access to global education.

CYA Spring ’18 student Megan Davey reflects on her weekend in the Holy Monastery of St.John the Honorable Forerunner, Mt. Kissavos, Greece.