Members of the Institute of Informatics Organized a Visit for Children within the RINKO Project

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On April 21, 2026, members of the Institute of Informatics organized a visit for children from the Jožica Flander Kindergarten at FERI within the RINKO project. Through interactive presentations and guided laboratory tours, the children were introduced to the basics of robotics, information systems, and modern technologies, gaining a hands-on and age-appropriate first insight into the world of science and research. More

Best Presenter Award at the KMO Conference

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Tjaša Heričko from the Institute of Informatics has been awarded the Best Presentation Award at the 19th International Conference on Knowledge Management in Organizations for her presentation of the paper Exploring Students’ Perceptions of Co-Curricular Educational Excursions as a Form of Experiential Learning: A Case Study. Congratulations! More

Transnational Project Meeting and AI-ENABLE Multiplier Event in Maribor

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The University of Maribor hosted a Transnational Project Meeting of AI-ENABLE, bringing together partners from Slovenia, Portugal, Türkiye, and Spain to review progress and plan final activities. The following day, during the DIGIN Conference, a multiplier event showcased project tools, benefits, challenges, and best practices from partner countries. Supported by interpreters, captioners, and AI translation from XPRO, the hybrid event ensured broad accessibility and smooth delivery. More

Accessible. Inclusive. Connecting. That was DIGIN 2025.

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On September 18, 2025, the University of Maribor hosted DIGIN 2025 – Digital Inclusion in the Information Society, gathering over 150 participants in a hybrid format. With 17 expert contributions and a roundtable on personal experiences, the event highlighted the importance of accessibility, collaboration, and empathy in building an inclusive digital society. More

UM FERI and PEF Team Among the World’s Best!

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A team of students from FERI (Gaja Gujt, Boban Boshevski, Adam Kac, Tevž Starovasnik) and PEF (Eva Ekart), mentored by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Boštjan Šumak and Assist. Prof. Dr. Maja Pušnik, achieved an outstanding 2nd place at the 8th Global Competition on Design for Future Education (GCD4FE). Congratulations to the whole team! More

Students and Professors of the Study Program Informatics and Data Technologies participate in the International Blended Intensive Program: “Digital Transformation – Artificial Intelligence as a Key Enabler of Digital Transformation”

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From March 10 to 14, 2025, third-year Informatics and Data Technologies students and two staff members joined an international Blended Intensive Program in Portugal focused on AI-driven digital transformation. The event united 43 students and 11 professors from seven countries in developing innovative, interdisciplinary solutions using AI tools. More

Invited Lecture: Challenges and Solutions of Databox in Integrating Modern Information Solutions and Services

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Dr. Uroš Trstenjak and Luka Reisman from Databox delivered a lecture to third-year Informatics and Data Technologies students, presenting integration challenges and solutions offered by the company. The session included a practical challenge where students developed their own data boards to visualize metrics from various data sources, enriching their knowledge and skills in information systems integration. More

Best Paper Award Highlights the Successful Conclusion of the Erasmus+ SET4Inclusion Project

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Members of the Institute of Informatics received the Best Paper Award at the DIGIN conference for their contribution titled “Definition of a Framework for a Self-Evaluation Tool: Optimizing Evaluation Practices for Enhanced Performance in Higher Education Institutions,” developed in collaboration with project partners from the SET4Inclusion initiative. More