Take part in social action and be in harmony with your body, mind and nature
From 21st – 23rd September different international observances are celebrated all over the world as well as in Latvia. Therefore all LLU students and employees are invited to participate in these events. LLU motto during these days will be "In harmony with mind, body and nature".
21st of September is the International day of Peace when all the people in the world are asked to think about the importance of peace and to serve as peacemakers themselves in relations with others. This dayis devoted to strengthening the ideals of peace, both within and among all nations and peoples. If you can believe in Diderot quote that “a person stops thinking when he stops reading” then book gives you the opportunity to be open minded and understandable.
Thereby, on this day LLU is inviting you all to be in harmony with mind and read books. Books that helps you think, understand the world or helps you relax from the daily routine and stress. On the 21st of September at noon from 12.00 – 13.00 everyone is invited to participate in the campaign and find time to read your favorite book with your colleagues, fellow students and friends.
In case of good weather conditions those who have lectures in Jelgava palace are invited to read their books in the backyard of the palace. Students who have lectures elsewhere are invited to read their books on the spot in a comfortable place. Things you should take with you is a book, a blanket or a pillow. Let’s blow our mind with good and interesting ideas and fresh air.
On the 22nd of September we’ll try to be in harmony with nature. Each and every student, employee is invited to be a part of the World Car Free Day. Choose a more environmentally friendly way to get to work and lectures. You can choose to walk to lectures or work, ride a bicycle, roller skates etc, for those who have a longer distance to LLU are invited to use public transportation. At least once a year we can try to protect nature as well as think about what could we do to make the environment much tidier and cleaner.
At the end of the week, 23rd of September, we’ll try to harmonize with our physical bodies. Join everyone at 10.00 at Jelgavas palace backyard to become a part of The Olympic Day and do some gymnastics. To make gymnastics more comfortable and more fun don’t forget to take your gym clothes and good mood with you.