International Students for Sustainable Technologies at Rejtő Faculty of Óbuda University

The Rejtő Sándor Faculty of Light Industry and Environmental Engineering at Obuda University is delighted to have welcomed a new cohort of international Erasmus students from across the globe. These students will spend the upcoming semester participating in the faculty’s diverse educational programs and immersing themselves in Hungarian culture and language.

The international students hail from various countries, including Spain, Kazakhstan, Kosovo, and Turkey. A majority of the students will be engaged in product design engineering, environmental engineering, and light industry programs, with a strong emphasis on sustainability.

The faculty’s leadership and instructors are committed to providing a fulfilling and enriching experience for the students. In addition to expanding their professional and environmental knowledge, students will have the opportunity to participate in various cultural programs, excursions, and sporting events.

“We are thrilled to welcome such talented and motivated students from Europe and Asia,” said Dr. habil. László Koltai, Dean of the Rejtő Faculty. “We are confident that the experiences gained through the Erasmus program will have a lasting positive impact on the students’ academic progress and personal lives.”

The Erasmus program is a European Union initiative that allows students to study in another country for a semester or a year. Norbert Berecz, the Erasmus student mentor, who, together with Ildikó Pásztor, the Dean’s Commissioner for Educational Affairs, held an information program for the students at the RKK, said: “The program aims to strengthen international relations, promote cultural diversity, and support students’ professional and personal development, as well as strengthen their sense of responsibility for the future.”

The Erasmus program not only provides significant benefits to the students but also to the university. The presence of international students enriches the faculty’s community, brings new perspectives to education and research, and contributes to the faculty’s growing international recognition.

The Rejtő Faculty’s past achievements have demonstrated its commitment to fostering international relations and supporting student mobility. The RKK aims to continue welcoming more students through the Erasmus program and to provide opportunities for Hungarian students to study abroad through the Pannonia program.

Hungarian Student Honored for Groundbreaking Recycling Technology at National Environmental Awards

Budapest, Hungary – March 1, 2024 – The 24th National Environmental Meeting and Awards Gala concluded today, recognizing outstanding contributions to environmental sustainability. The event, hosted by the Association of Environmental Enterprises (KSZGYSZ), bestowed the prestigious “For the Environment” Award upon Márton Csongor Tóth, a student at Obuda University’s Rejtő Faculty, in the youth category.

KSZGYSZ has celebrated significant environmental initiatives since 2001, promoting best practices in sustainable development across industry, science, and education. This annual award plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the green economy, with a professional jury selecting recipients who have made exceptional strides in environmental protection.

Tóth was honored for his innovative technology aimed at metal recycling and industrial decarbonization, along with his educational endeavors. Dr. Csaba Ágoston, an assistant professor at the Faculty and the Association’s president, praised Tóth’s achievement: “Márton Csongor Tóth, a student of the Rejtő Sándor Faculty of Light Industry and Environmental Engineering at Óbuda University, earned this award with his outstanding thesis and research. His thesis explores the application of an innovative technology to improve the recycling of aluminum and its alloys, which could play a key role in advancing the circular economy and decarbonization efforts.”

“His work focuses on a selective sorting technology based on the LIBS (Laser-Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy) method, which enables the precise and rapid fractionation of aluminum waste. This method allows for the efficient and energy-saving selection of alloys crucial to the industry, such as aluminum alloys, thereby reducing the environmental impact of production and contributing to sustainable raw material use. These practical solutions contribute to creating a sustainable future by considering both industrial and environmental aspects,” Ágoston added.

The Faculty expressed its support for the event and pride in Tóth’s achievement. “We congratulate Csongor and all the other awardees, and thank KSZGYSZ for this opportunity,” a Faculty spokesperson stated.