IUS English Language School - ELS

On May 14, Nermina Šegalo, Professional Development Coordinator and English Language Instructor at the International University of Sarajevo, delivered a workshop titled “Guiding Teachers, Not Just Teaching Students: Rethinking Professional Development in ELT” at the 24th ELTA Conference in Belgrade. The session brought together English language teachers and education professionals who are committed to strengthening their practice and rethinking approaches to professional growth.

The workshop focused on shifting perspectives on professional development from traditional top-down training towards more collaborative, reflective, and teacher-driven models. Participants explored practical strategies for supporting ongoing teacher learning within institutions, including peer observation, reflective dialogue, mentoring conversations, and informal support systems.

Throughout the session, the importance of fostering a culture of trust and collaboration among teachers was also discussed, where professional development is viewed as a continuous and shared process rather than a one-off event. Activities encouraged participants to reflect on their own institutional contexts and identify small but meaningful changes they could implement to better support teacher development.

The workshop was highly interactive, with rich discussions and exchange of experiences across different educational settings. It was particularly rewarding to observe participants actively engaging with the ideas and considering how to adapt them to their own schools and teaching environments.

She expressed sincere gratitude to all participants for their openness, engagement, and thoughtful contributions, as well as to the organizers for their excellent support. She looks forward to further opportunities to continue this important conversation around teacher development in ELT.


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ELS IUS — Participant of IUS Job Fair 2026 🎯
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ELS IUS — Participant of IUS Job Fair 2026 🎯
We are pleased to announce the participation of ELS IUS at the IUS Job Fair 2026, which will take place on May 21, 2026, at the campus of International University of Sarajevo.
ELS IUS (English Language School at IUS) is dedicated to providing high-quality English language education through modern teaching methods and an international learning environment. The school supports students in improving their language proficiency, academic communication, and professional development skills.
📍 May 21, 2026
📌 International University of Sarajevo campus
IUS Job Fair 2026 partners: Federalno ministarstvo rada i socijalne politike, Ziraat Bank d.d., and MojPosao.ba.

IUS ELS Attends Award Ceremony for Herzegovina-Neretva Canton English Language Competition

The International University of Sarajevo (IUS) is proud to share that the official award ceremony for the most successful participants in the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton English Language Competition, organized by the IUS English Language School (ELS), was held at the Museum of Herzegovina in Mostar.

Representing IUS at the ceremony were ELS instructors Ms. Iris Pohara and Mr. Edvin Kriještarac, who joined students, teachers, school representatives, and education professionals in celebrating outstanding academic achievement.

The ceremony brought together some of the canton’s most successful students and their mentors, recognizing excellence across several subjects, including English Language. Diplomas and certificates of appreciation were awarded to the top-performing students and their teachers in recognition of their hard work, dedication, and academic success throughout the school year.

For IUS, participation in this event was both an honor and a valuable opportunity to continue supporting educational excellence and young talent. The ceremony highlighted the importance of encouraging students’ achievements and strengthening a culture of learning, motivation, and academic development.

Following the official program, participants attended a reception and networking gathering with representatives of educational and cultural institutions, including the Mr. Asim Krhan, Director of the Museum of Herzegovina and Ms. Enisa Gološ from the Pedagogical Institute Mostar. This part of the event provided an additional opportunity for professional exchange and further connection among institutions committed to education.

The event also served as another meaningful step in strengthening the long-standing cooperation between the International University of Sarajevo and the Pedagogical Institute Mostar, built on shared support for educational initiatives, student achievement, and academic growth.

We extend our sincere congratulations to all awarded students and mentors, and our gratitude to the organizers for their warm hospitality and excellent organization. IUS looks forward to future cooperation and to continuing to celebrate student success and educational excellence.

English language competition for Herzegovina-Neretva Canton

We are proud to share that on Saturday, April 18, 2026, the traditional English Language Competition for the Herzegovina-Neretva Canton was successfully held at the Second Primary School in Konjic.

This important educational event brought together around 80 talented primary and secondary school students, highlighting the strong interest of young learners in developing their English language skills. The competition was organized and delivered by a team of eight professors from the International University of Sarajevo: Mersiha Hamidović, Dževida Zlatić, Elvedina Omeragić, Jasmina Posković, Edvin Krijestarac, Arnela Kučinar, Mirha Neimarlija, and Iris Pohara.

We extend our sincere appreciation to the school principal, Ms. Munevera Tinjak, as well as to the Director of the Pedagogical Institute of Mostar, Ms. Enisa Gološ, for their outstanding cooperation and continuous support.

With its long-standing tradition, this competition serves as an important platform for promoting knowledge, excellence, and institutional collaboration. We look forward to its continued growth and future joint initiatives.

Our dear colleague Emina Lagumdžija has passed away, leaving our hearts heavy with sadness and our minds struggling to accept this painful loss. Her departure has touched us all deeply.

Emina was more than a colleague — she was a wonderful friend and a devoted professor who truly loved her work and her students. Teaching was not just her profession; it was her calling. She inspired everyone around her with her kindness, warmth, and unwavering dedication.

She was rarely seen without her beautiful smile and the positive energy she brought into every room. That light will stay with us, even as we mourn her loss. Emina touched so many lives, and her legacy will continue through all the students she taught, encouraged, and believed in.

She will be deeply missed, but never forgotten.
May she rest in peace. 🤍

🌟 Snove ne treba odgađati - treba ih ostvariti.

Ako sanjaš o studiranju na modernom univerzitetu koji ti otvara vrata svijeta, nudi programe prilagođene današnjem tržištu rada i pruža priliku za stipendiju – onda svoj put započni na Internacionalnom univerzitetu u Sarajevu.

📚 Studiranje na engleskom jeziku, savremeni studijski programi i podrška profesora koji vjeruju u tvoj potencijal pripremaju te za više od diplome - za životnu i profesionalnu sigurnost.

💙 Uz bogat stipendijski fond, kvalitetno obrazovanje postaje dostupno svima koji su spremni napraviti prvi korak.

🗓 PRIJAVE SU OTVORENE: Testiranje za stipendije  – 28. mart 2026.

Vjeruj u sebe. Uloži u znanje.

✨ Budi među najboljima. Budi IUS!

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✍️ Want to improve your writing?
Join us at the IUS English Language School - ELS for a practical, hands-on workshop: "How to Write Better Paragraphs"!

📘 The workshop will help you build clearer, more structured paragraphs.

👥 Open to B1 and B2 students only
📅 Thursday, 04.12.2025
⏰ 3:00 PM
📍 ELS Classroom B.3

Don’t miss the chance to boost your writing skills and gain more confidence! See you there!