The University of Ioannina marked its 60th anniversary with a grand celebration attended by academics and local officials, including Greece’s Minister of Education, Kyriakos Pierrakakis. In his speech, Pierrakakis emphasized the university’s significant role in higher education and the government’s ongoing support. Rector Anna Batistatou highlighted the institution’s history and its commitment to academic excellence, portraying the university as a vital center for thought and innovation in the region of Epirus.