Announcement of Josef Vavroušek Student Award

Enter your thesis to the competition for Josef Vavroušek Student Award. In the spirit of the legacy of Josef Vavroušek—a distinguished figure who advocated sustainable development as the harmonious coexistence of humankind, society, and nature, with an emphasis on responsibility towards future generations—the Award is intended for outstanding works devoted to social science research on issues of sustainable development, with a particular focus on environmental protection. An international dimension or a broader societal impact of the work is considered a welcome asset. Application deadline is 24 July 2026.

Who can participate?

• Students and recent graduates of Czech and Slovak universities
• Authors of bachelor's, master's, rigorous, and doctoral theses

The award is awarded for bachelor's, master's, rigorous, and dissertation theses in Czech, Slovak, or English defended in the current or previous academic year.

How to submit a thesis?

• Fill out and sign the application form. Each participant must explicitly state in the application form the connection (continuity) of their thesis to the legacy of Josef Vavroušek.
• Submit the thesis in both printed and electronic form.
• All evaluations and information about the result of the defense must be attached to the thesis.
• Address for submitting electronic versions of the thesis: tereza.brouckova@fsv.cuni.cz
• Address for submitting printed versions of the thesis: FSV UK, Smetanovo nábř. 6, Prague 1, 110 01

More information about the award can be found here.