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IUS Student Tahir Kapetanović Wins Prestigious Award from the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sport

IUS Student Tahir Kapetanović Wins Prestigious Award from the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sport

Tahir Kapetanović, a talented student from the Architecture study program at the International University of Sarajevo (IUS), has been honored with an award from the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sport as part of its Youth and Heritage program. The award ceremony took place on December 11, 2024, celebrating the contributions of young talents in the field of cultural heritage.

Tahir’s award-winning submission was a research paper exploring the ethnogenesis and evolution of Bosnian architecture. Reflecting on his work, Tahir shared:

"Several months ago, I applied for a competition hosted by the Federal Ministry of Culture and Sport in which I was mandated to write a research paper on the topic of cultural heritage. Naturally, given my profession and sensibilities, I chose to write about the ethnogenesis and evolution of Bosnian architecture throughout the ages, making a point that the cultures that followed would self-reflect on previous eras, thus creating a line of succession culminating in a variety of authentically Bosnian cultural styles and sensibilities."

He described the award ceremony as a vibrant event featuring cultural societies, academic institutions, and musical performances, with speeches highlighting the importance of preserving and promoting heritage.

Reflecting on the significance of his achievement, Tahir remarked:

"The award I gained is a diploma recognizing my work in research and documentary, which is a great way of helping me set up a base from which I can further develop my academic standing and base as a student."

The International University of Sarajevo is proud of Tahir’s remarkable achievement and extends its heartfelt congratulations. His success not only highlights the academic excellence fostered at IUS but also underscores the importance of preserving and documenting Bosnia's rich cultural heritage.