[…]single-use plastics. To ease the transition to a plastic-free and more sustainable daily life, the Center of Excellence for Sustainability – Office of Public Affairs, recently introduced the ACG reusable water bottle, which you can carry with you and fill with tap water anywhere you go, followed by with the installation of the first two, top-notch, ACG hydration stations – with more to come in the future! These stations follow the highest environmental and health standards to ensure that we are drinking the best, 4-times filtered, water without ‘costing’ the planet. Get your own ACG reusable water bottle, fill it […]
[…]come true. The event, supported by the ACG Office of Sustainability, Public Affairs and the ACG Center of Excellence in Sustainability, was dedicated to inspiring and empowering mothers and women professionals. Throughout the panel discussions, we heard some truly inspiring stories from moms who faced tough times but never gave up. We delved into the crucial topic of mental health, recognizing the unique challenges that women and mothers often grapple with. We also shed light on the best practices for mothers’ well-being, practices already embraced by companies. These practices not only support them at work but also emphasize the importance […]
[…]Development, Alba Graduate Business School – The American College of Greece Supported by: ACG Center of Excellence for Sustainability (CES) Office of Public Affairs, The American College of Greece Under the Auspices: Ministry of Development & Investments, Hellenic Republic Ministry of Finance, Hellenic Republic European Parliament, Office in Greece About the event What does education – formal and informal – have to offer with regard to sustainability? How do the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) bridge academia and business in pursuit of a common future? What new skills are needed in the new sustainability landscape as it is taking shape? […]
[…]and international teaching, Ellie’s work integrates systems thinking with embodied insight, in service of more conscious, compassionate, and meaningful ways of being and learning together. Episode No 12 Guest: Niovi KallergiVice President & CMO, Kafea Terra Food and Drinks S.A.Pierce ’81 AlumnaNiovi Kallergi, Pierce ’81, has been a driving force in Greece’s coffee culture since 1989, bringing passion and excellence to the industry through her role at KAFEA TERRA. As Co-Founder and Vice President, she has played a pivotal role in shaping the company’s vision and values, ensuring a culture of quality, sustainability, and innovation. With a strong background in […]
[…]coursework crafted by Level 5 and Level 6 Design Students. Hosted at the Arts Gallery (Arts Center) on campus, the exhibit showcased a diverse array of design projects, including logotype design, brochures, 3-D installation mock-ups, and digital works. These projects were centered around key themes such as sustainability, innovation, inclusivity, and community-based real-world challenges. The students, enrolled in various design courses, creatively responded to critical questions posed within their respective curricula: GD 4321 – CONTEMPORARY DESIGN ISSUES: Creating a digital fairy-tale to promote inclusivity and diversity across campus while ensuring accessibility for a wide range of readers. GD 3333 – […]
[…]Strategist & Managing Partner at AIVAL.COM When: Tuesday, November 24, 18:00-21:00 Where:
Center for the Arts Auditorium, Aghia Paraskevi Campus – 6 Gravias Street Organized by: The Graduate Master Class Series, School of Graduate and Professional Education To reserve your place, please contact Ms Maria Kritikou via email:
[email protected] or telephone: 210 6009800 ext. 1210. Workshop Description What does it take for your brand to be on social media & social networks? We will explore the essentials on community-building online and the required techniques in order to set up, build, maintain and grow successful communities on biggest social media. Communities […]
Alumna Profiled: Lida Anestidou Graduated: PIERCE '83 Lives in: Washington, D.C., United States Current Position: Senior Program Officer, Institute for Laboratory Animal Research, U.S. National Academy of Sciences LIDA ANESTIDOU, DVM, Ph.D. was born in Athens, Greece, and graduated from PIERCE in 1983. She holds a Doctor of Veterinary Medicine degree from the College of Veterinary Medicine, Aristotle University; a Master's in Veterinary Sciences from the University of Florida; and a doctorate in Integrative Biology from the University of Texas – Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences in Houston. At the U.S. National Academy of Sciences she is the director of […]
[…]the European Social Charter (1995-1997). Prof. Katseli has also served as Director General of the Center of Planning and Economic Research (KEPE) (1982-1986), as well as International Economic Advisor to the Greek Prime Minister (1993-1996). Since 2005, she has been a member of the Steering Committee of the European Association of Development Research and Training Institutes (E.A.D.I.), and a member of the Euro 50 Group since 2000. Dr. Katseli holds a PhD in International and Development Economics from Princeton University (Distinguished Dissertation in Economics, 1978); an MPA in Public Affairs from the Woodrow Wilson School for Public and International Affairs (1974); an MA in Economics, from Princeton University, (1975), and […]
[…]review papers and research proposals in sciences Dr. Stella Apostolaki: Executive Director, Center of Excellence in Sustainability, Assistant Professor, Coordinator of Environmental Studies Program, Deree-ACG 14:50-15:00 | Student support & resources on academic writing available for BMS and ES students Dr. Paraskevi Papadopoulou: Professor, Head, Department of Science and Mathematics & Director, Biomedical Sciences Program, Deree-ACG 15:00-15:35 | Presentations-Workshops-Coordinated by PP & SA One table with hard copies of handouts and manuals Dr. Georgia Kythreoti:Assistant Professor, Biomedical Sciences/Environmental Studies: On how to write methods, results and discussion of lab reports and scientific reports (Thesis, Papers) Dr. Anastasia Misseyannni: Professor, Environmental […]
[…]Assistant Professor of Environmental Science at Deree and Executive Director of the ACG Center of Excellence in Sustainability, Spyros Blavoukos, Professor at the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB), Emmanuealla Doussis, Professor at the National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA), Angeliki Kosmopoulou, Pierce ‘84 alumna and founder of Storymentor, and Theodoros Syriopoulos, Professor at the National Kapodistrian University of Athens (NKUA). This enlightening discussion highlighted the power of collaboration and the importance of bringing together bright minds to address global challenges. The event was co-organized by the Office of Advancement – Alumni and the Office of Sustainability – Public […]
