To celebrate the 100th post on our Instagram account , we’re turning the spotlight on the people behind every Erasmus+ success at South-West University — our dedicated Erasmus+ team! 🌍💙
Each of them brings something unique — passion, creativity, innovation and a whole lot of heart — to make your international experiences truly unforgettable!
🧪 Prof. Dr. Ivanka Stankova — the scientific heart of our Erasmus+ team! 🌟
A chemist by profession and an inspiring academic leader, Prof. Stankova’s research spans a fascinating range of Medical Chemistry — from innovative antiviral strategies to neuroprotective agents and novel treatments for neurodegenerative diseases. 🧬
✨ Known for her dedication, precision, and result-oriented mindset, Prof. Stankova has been the driving force and catalyst behind the remarkable growth of our Erasmus+ activities in recent years. Her leadership continues to inspire our team to aim higher and achieve more every day. 🚀💙
🎸 Stanislav Grozdanov, a.k.a. Stan — where rock music meets Erasmus+ spirit! 🌍
Stan, English Philology graduate from South-West University is a proud Erasmus+ alumnus of Maria Curie-Skłodowska University. He blends language, culture, and rhythm into everything he does. A true fan of Odd Crew and Arsenal London, he believes that passion drives both great music and great projects. ⚽🎶.
Beyond his role as an internationally recognized Erasmus+ expert, Stanislav finds joy in gardening, growing the greenest grass and volunteering as an English teacher for kids. 🌱📚
Inspired by his life philosophy — “Be less curious about people and more curious about ideas” — he carries the Erasmus spirit wherever he goes, proving that “once Erasmus, always Erasmus.” 💫
Tech-savvy and full of creative energy, he’s also a proud father of a future guitar star. He belives that voluntarism, music, learning, and community can all grow together in harmony. 🎶🌍
🎬 Blagovest Todorov, a.k.a. Bogi — our film-loving linguist who turns ideas into adventures! 🎥🌍
Bogi, Applied Linguistics graduate with French from South-West University does everything with unmistakable élégance française. A lover of good old rock classics and a true film guru, he’s the one you’d want by your side if you ever played “Who Wants to Be a Millionaire” — because he probably already knows the answer. 🎸🎥💡
With more than a decade of experience in Work and Travel programmes, Blagovest has inspired countless students to explore the world. Having lived in the USA, he brings together global perspective, local warmth, and unstoppable curiosity. 🌍A tech visionary, and lifelong learner, he embraces every new challenge with creativity and confidence. Guided by his personal motto — “Happiness in simplicity” — Blagovest reminds us that the brightest ideas often start with the simplest things. 💫
⚡ Denis Tomanov — where energy meets prescence! 🌟
Young, vibrant, and endlessly curious, Denis brings a spark to everything he does. A Business and Administration graduate, speaks four languages, he connects effortlessly with all students 🌍
Known for his student-centered approach, he believes that success begins with understanding — and a smile. Whether he’s sharing stories about sports (he’s a true walking encyclopedia 🏆) or mastering new computer games (did you know that our Denis ranks in top 100 players in Europe of Teamfight Tactics? 😊) Denis turns every challenge into an opportunity to grow. 🎮💪
A lover of good food crafted with attention and heart, and a fan of long walks in nature, he knows how to balance passion and peace. 🌿
Guided by his favorite motto — “You’re braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think” — Denis reminds us all that confidence and kindness are the real superpowers. 💫
🎨 Radina Karamfilova, a.k.a. Radi — where art, harmony and heart come together! 🌸
An art lover and promising young artist, Radi fills our team with colour!
Currently studying Fine Arts Teaching, she’s a teacher-to-be whose creativity shines through every brushstroke and every idea. 🖌️✨
Inspired by the beauty of Renoir, Monet, Lilla Cabot Perry and Jane Goodall, she finds magic in both nature and human expression. 🌿💫
Radi is our creative mind with handy hands. She brings beauty and harmony to every project. Whether she’s sculpting, painting or simply chilling with friends to Taylor Swift tunes, her signature is attention to detail, harmony, and creativity. 🎶🎨Her life motto says it all: “Creativity takes courage.” 🌟
🚀There’s a lot more of us yet to come!🚀
All the credits for the wonderful pictures go to our amazing and talented incoming student & photographer Ertugrul!
You can follow and support his incredible photographic creativity at 📸 @ertugrulaydoganphotography
