The University of Mostar has awarded a scholarship contract to handball player Marino Marić, who has chosen their university for his continued academic education. The contract, signed by the University's Rector, Prof. Zoran Tomić, the Dean of the Faculty of Philosophy, Prof. Dražen Barbarić, and the scholarship recipient Marić, commits the University to fund Marić's online graduate studies in Public Relations, starting in the academic year 2024/2025 at the Faculty of Philosophy.

Known for his exceptional sports career and involvement in world handball, Marić has opted to further his education in the field of Public Relations, demonstrating trust in the University of Mostar as the only public university in the Croatian language outside of Croatia.

"It is an honor and pleasure for me to study at the University of Mostar, in my hometown. I hope that this online study program will provide me with new perspectives and opportunities. The advantage of an online program is significant as it allows me to pursue my academic education alongside my sports career," said Marino Marić.

The online graduate program in Public Relations offers flexibility, allowing Marić to balance his studies with his club commitments as a handball player. Moreover, it promises to provide him with a high level of knowledge aligned with the highest professional standards and ethics, enabling him to develop the ability to understand and apply advanced techniques and tools in the field of Public Relations that he can leverage in his career.

The regulations for the education of elite athletes at the University of Mostar and the signing of scholarship contracts reflect the University's commitment to supporting athletes in their educational journeys. This commitment is further underscored by the recently signed Memorandum of Cooperation between the University of Mostar and the Olympic Committee of Bosnia and Herzegovina, aimed at educating elite athletes and developing Olympic sports.

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