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Prezident Petr Pavel navštívil Veterinární univerzitu v Brně. Je to první prezidentská návštěva po více než sto letech. Univerzita byla založena v roce 1919. Studenti zde cvičí na modelech. Pavel také ocenil rozvoj Brna, kde je plánována nová krajina a projekty. Brno je známé pro svůj mladistvý energii.
Translation
President Petr Pavel visited the Veterinary University in Brno. It is the first presidential visit in more than a century. The university was established in 1919. Students train here on models. Pavel also praised the development of Brno, where new landscapes and projects are planned. Brno is renowned for its youthful energy.
Exercise: Text comprehension
Question 1: What year was the university that President Pavel visited founded?
The university was founded in 1919.
Question 2: What did President Pavel appreciate about the development in Brno?
President Pavel appreciated the new landscape and projects planned in Brno.
Exercise: Vocabulary
navštívit - visit
veterinární - veterinary
založit - establish
cvičit - practise
ocenit - appreciate
plánovat - plan
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▌26/02/2025
President Petr Pavel, accompanied by his wife, Eva, made a historic visit to the Veterinary University in Brno, marking the first visit by a head of state in over a century. This significant event connects the present leadership with the university's storied past, drawing parallels with Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk's visit in 1924.
The university, established in 1919, has been a cornerstone of veterinary education in Czechia, with its modern facilities such as the simulation centre standing out. Students at the centre practice various veterinary procedures on highly realistic models, fostering practical skills before actual surgeries. "It's essential for students to gain confidence through these models before entering operating theatres," noted Alena Šabatová, a doctoral candidate overseeing these sessions.
President Pavel's Historic Visit to Brno's University (Illustration)
The President's visit also included a meeting with the Brno city council, where he praised the city's dynamic growth and its focus on education and innovation. He highlighted recent developments such as the new territorial plan, which aims to address housing issues, and commended projects like the Janáček Cultural Centre and the multi-functional hall.
Brno, as described by President Pavel, is a city that thrives on its youthful energy and innovative spirit, given its large student population. "Brno stands out not only within Czechia but across Europe," he remarked, emphasizing the city's capacity to compete with its European counterparts.
During his two-day visit, President Pavel also planned stops in the South Moravian region, including Břeclavsko, where a new protected landscape area is anticipated to open later this year. These engagements underscore the President's commitment to listening and engaging with local communities, enhancing the understanding of regional aspirations and challenges.
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