European Competition Awards at Europa-Park Honor 600 Students

Europa-Park hosted this year's awards ceremony for the European Competition “Europe (un)limited,” honoring around 600 students for their creative contributions. The event highlighted young people's commitment to a united and diverse Europe.

Festive Awards Ceremony at Europa-Park

Europa-Park became the venue for a festive awards ceremony, recognizing around 600 students for their creative contributions in the 71st European Competition. Under the theme “Europe (un)limited,” students of all ages and school types participated, showcasing their ideas and visions for Europe's future.

Recognition by Prominent Figures

The event was attended by notable personalities such as Frank Scherer, District Administrator of Ortenaukreis, Hanno Hurth, District Administrator of Emmendingen, and State Secretary Sandra Boser from the Ministry of Education, Youth, and Sports. Lukas Scheub, Executive Board Representative of Europa-Park, was also present and emphasized the importance of the competition: “We are very pleased to have been hosting this awards ceremony together with Ortenaukreis and Emmendingen for many years. The European Competition fits perfectly with Europa-Park, as together we stand for a united, limitless, and diverse Europe. Congratulations to all the award winners!”

Diverse Entertainment Program

The event featured a varied entertainment program, with performances by the Funky Devilz Big Band from GHSE Emmendingen, juggler Kirill, and the Europa-Park show ballet. These performances created a festive atmosphere and were enthusiastically received by the attendees.

Exploration Tour through Europa-Park

After the awards ceremony, the honored students had the opportunity to visit Europa-Park’s 17 European-themed areas. This tour allowed the young awardees to experience the diversity and cultural richness of Europe firsthand, helping to raise awareness of a united Europe.

Background of the Competition

The European Competition is an annual initiative that invites students to creatively engage with European issues. Europa-Park and the two districts of Ortenau and Emmendingen have been jointly hosting this awards ceremony for many years, promoting European awareness and creativity among the younger generation.

Promoting the European Idea

Recognizing around 600 students underscores the competition's significance in promoting the European idea. By participating in this competition, students learn to engage with Europe's challenges and opportunities, expressing their ideas and visions creatively.

Collaboration and Community

The successful execution of the awards ceremony at Europa-Park highlights the close cooperation between various institutions and districts. This collaboration not only strengthens the community but also the shared commitment to a united and diverse Europe.

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