The rapid development of the island of Crete has had a very serious impact on its ecology. Very few areas are left untouched by the expanding population and influx of tourists. Even in the mountains and higher elevations, one can see the destruction of much of Crete’s native animals and their habitats. If expansion continues […]

The University of Crete Summer Program, in co-operation with DIAS International Academic Studies, offers college level courses to students at the University and Polytechnical Institute of Crete during the summer months. The courses are offered in English for credits which are fully recognized by many American and European Universities. The mission of the Program is […]

Two to three American students of Cretan descent who currently attend medical schools in the United States are eligible to participate in the summer internship program at the University of Crete in Heraklion. This unique program, spearheaded by Professor Dr. Yiannis Melissas and backed by the Pancretan Endowment Fund, allows young aspiring doctors-to-be to live, […]

The idea of a university press was first proposed to the Pancretan Endowment Fund (PEF) in the early 1980s by a group of professors, including the Rector at the time, Professor Gregory Sifakis, and President of the Research Center of Crete, Professor Lefteris Economou. As a result of these initial efforts, the dedication of Cretan […]