Olga Melykh, PhD (Alumna 2006)

Assistant Professorat the Department of Political Science of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Social Technologies at the National University of Kyiv-Mohyla Academy (Ukraine)

I should admit that SHS was one of the most memorable events in my life. It has tremendously changed my perception of the world, became starting point of my both private and professional networking and has provided me with a lifelong inspiration to become a global citizen and make changes.

What I really admire about SHS, is that unique approach to lifelong learning which starts while most of the participants are students and which lasts for ages. In few years most of them already cooperate as experts, professionals and scientists, making their contribution on a global arena. PwC, EY, EBRD, many scientific and state institutions have benefited from the SHS-participants.

In 2006, still as a student I came to Strobl. My first Summer school has left a deep positive impact on my life, has helped me find real friends, with whom I still stay in contact; and has made my life more colorful showing me new cultures and new possibilities.

I thank a lot to SHS for my friends: Dora Küronya, Şebnem Erdöl, Peter Chow, Cary Ng, Song Ho Cha, Johannes Kueng, all Ukrainian friends and all others, whom I have met in Stobl.

Thanks for incredible time together!

Keep on inspiring people!

Olga Melykh
Strobl Alumna 2006