AWARDS FROM THE MAYOR OF THE CITY OF MARTIN
On the occasion of graduation, the Mayor of Martin, Ján Danko, honored four students of General Medicine at JLF UK – two from the Slovak program and two from the English program.
The awards for outstanding academic achievements and success in sports activities were presented to Lukáš Jureček, Diana Šálková, Lilji Bragadóttir, and Hákon Ingi Halldórsson.
OUR SINCERE CONGRATULATIONS!
Profiles of the awarded students:
Lukáš Jureček
He received the award for his long-term representation of the city of Martin in sports. As a medical student at JLF UK and a player of the handball club MHáK Martin, he competed in the highest Slovak handball league. After ending his active sports career due to injury, he continued working with children and youth. Throughout his studies at JLF UK, he consistently achieved excellent academic results, serving as an example of successfully combining academic responsibilities with sports and community engagement.
Diana Šálková
She received the award for representing the city and for her long-term work with children and youth in artistic gymnastics at the KŠG Martin club, which she previously represented as an active gymnast. Alongside her medical studies at JLF UK, she led training sessions for young gymnasts and also works as a certified judge at competitions of various levels in Slovakia, including international gymnastics events. During her studies, she achieved excellent academic results, demonstrating exceptional responsibility and the ability to successfully balance demanding studies with coaching and judging activities.
Lilji Bragadóttir
She received the award for her outstanding academic achievements and successful representation of the city of Martin, contributing to its positive promotion and becoming a worthy ambassador of the city.
Hákon Ingi Halldórsson
He received the award for his outstanding academic achievements and successful representation of the city of Martin in handball. Through his excellent sporting performances, for which he has also received recognition, and his responsible approach to his studies, he is an example of versatility, talent, and perseverance.