Libraries in a new era: challenges and opportunities

The Library and Information Services of Cyprus University of Technology is pleased to invite you to the first Erasmus Staff Week for Librarians which will be held from the 13th to 17^th of June 2016 in Limassol, Cyprus.

The title of the program is “Libraries in a new era: challenges and opportunities”.

 

WHO CAN ATTEND

This International Erasmus Staff Week is targeted towards Librarians in all the positions and administrative staff dealing with librarianship. Please note that the main communication language will be English.

 

WHAT IS IN THE PROGRAM

The goal of the International Erasmus Staff Week is to share international experiences and discuss matters related to the library science as well as to give you the chance to represent your home institutions.

The program will comprise a range of issues related to librarianship in general. With this initiative we wish to introduce the Cyprus University of Technology Library to our partners in order to strengthen international cooperation.

A short Greek Language training course is also includedParticipants are welcome to give a short presentation (max. 10 mins) about their home university’s library.

 

COST

The cost of the program is 50 € per person including:

• Registration fee
• Coffee breaks
• Farewell dinner
• Day trip (transportation, lunch)

Payment details will be send to the selected applicants.

ACCOMMODATION

Accommodation is not provided, but the university has secured special rates from hotels near the venue. Of course you are free to choose other hotels that are not listed below.

For reservations please contact the hotel.

HOTEL	CONTACT INFORMATION	RATE 1 BED	RATE DOUBLE BED
Atlantica Miramare Hotel	www.atlanticahotel.com 00357-25-888100	€95	€125
Kapetanios Limassol	www.kapetaniosgroup.com 00357-25-591111	€55	€66
Curium Palace Hotel	www.curiumpalacehotel.com.cy 00357-25-891100	€70	€85
Growne Plaza Limassol	http://limassol.crowneplaza.com 00357-25-851515	€170	€170
Alasia Hotel	www.alasiahotel.com.cy 00357-25-332000	€116	€146
** in all the above rates breakfast is included

 

TRAVELLING TO CYPRUS

The city of Limassol is located between the two airports of Larnaca and Paphos. After arriving, local intercity busses are available to Limassol.

For more information about the routes and the timetable from Larnaca Airport to Limassol city or from Paphos Airport to Limassol City follow the link below.

http://www.cyprusbybus.com

 

HOW TO APPLY

There are limited places available. The Application deadline is set on 14 March 2016. Please use the online form to apply

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1-k2oSBThnwi8CYjoF3TV05oMsbe1RtwLFMp78ymB8yw/viewform

After the deadline, we will contact you with further details.

Please note that only one applicant per institution will be accepted. You will be contacted even if not selected.

SOCIAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAM

In order to enjoy the culture and tradition of Cyprus, a planned visit will take place to a traditional village in the Limassol district, where participants will have the opportunity to explore the sights and wineries of the area.

Furthermore a city tour in the Limassol old town is planned, with an English speaking tour guide. Additionally a Farewell dinner is planned with many surprises.

 

For more information about the Cyprus University of Technology and the Library please visit the links below:

www.cut.ac.cy

http://library.cut.ac.cy/

 

For more information about Cyprus attractions, weather and communication visit the links below:

http://www.chooseyourcyprus.com

http://www.visitcyprus.com

http://www.cyprusisland.net

http://www.cyprus-weather.org

http://www.limassol.com

 

If there are any questions concerning the Erasmus Staff Week please do not hesitate to contact us.

ATTACHMENTS

• Preliminary program
• The profile of the Cyprus University of Technology Library