Semmelweis University celebrated a major milestone by hosting the first-ever international reunion of conductive educators, marking 60 years since the launch of conductive teacher training at the András Pető Faculty (PAK).
Held over two days around the summer solstice—symbolizing the desire to spend the longest possible time together—the event welcomed 330 alumni and professionals from 11 countries, including Australia, Austria, Brazil, Germany, Italy, Romania, Sweden, New Zealand, the UAE, the UK, and the USA.
Dr. Andrea Zsebe, Dean of PAK, opened the reunion by reflecting on the faculty’s history, noting that while over six decades only 2,560 students have graduated as conductive educators, the emphasis has always been on high quality rather than mass training.
Rector Dr. Béla Merkely highlighted that conductor training, founded by András Pető, is now recognized internationally as a hungaricum, a unique element of Hungarian cultural heritage. He emphasized the university’s commitment to training top professionals and its mission to provide conductive education to Hungarian communities abroad, benefiting 800 families across 21 municipalities each year.
The reunion featured scientific presentations on topics such as cognitive learning and childhood epilepsy, a round-table discussion on the future of conductive pedagogy, and a gala dinner. Guests also enjoyed campus tours and explored Budapest’s sights.
The event was organized by PAK and the Directorate for International Relations and Alumni Affairs. Smiles and joyful reunions underscored the power of community, inspiring organizers to plan more gatherings in the future.
Source: Semmelweis University
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