Today, in the presence of the University of Prishtina's leadership, students from the Master's program in Integrated Linguistics presented the findings of their research on four important topics for the quality at the university: transparency in student assessment, graduate readiness for the labor market, the use of interactive teaching methods, and continuous assessment practices.
Throughout the semester, under the mentorship of Professors Blerta Mustafa and Zinaide Gruda, the students stepped into the role of researchers. They gathered a wide range of perspectives, from fellow students and faculty members to labor market representatives, human resources managers and institutional leaders. Using interviews, surveys, and reviews of existing policies, their goal was not only to identify challenges but also to propose practical solutions for a university that is higher in quality, more inclusive and more connected to the needs of society. Their valuable findings and recommendations for improving teaching, scientific research and student assessment at UP were presented to Rector Professor Arben Hajrullahu, Vice-Rectors Professor Avni Hajdari and Professor Adem Beha, Dean Professor Abdulla Rexhepi, as well as professors and students from various UP departments.
In her opening remarks, Professor Blerta Mustafa stressed that quality is not just a matter of procedures and regulations, but above all a matter of communication, trust, and dialogue. She highlighted that students should be viewed as partners in the university's development, because the most meaningful changes happen when students and professors work side by side.
Rector Hajrullahu welcomed the initiative and praised the students' research as an important tool for enhancing teaching and management processes at the university. He emphasized that decision-making must be based on solid evidence, active listening, and ongoing dialogue as a basis for institutional development.
The Dean of the Faculty of Philology also commended the initiative as a meaningful contribution to quality assurance, noting that the topics covered are among the key areas consistently addressed in institutional evaluation and accreditation processes.
What made the event truly special was not just the presentations, but the conversation that followed. Students and professors openly discussed the findings, challenges, and opportunities for improvement, showing that the university is at its strongest when built on cooperation and mutual respect.
The students' recommendations will be finalized as policy documents and submitted to the University of Prishtina's leadership.
This event made one thing clear: students are not simply recipients of higher education. They are partners, researchers, and vital contributors to shaping the university. Because the best universities are not those where the loudest voices prevail, but those where people listen, reflect, and take action.