Lesvos

The astronomical society was established in 2009 and is a non-profit group aiming to open discussion and disseminate information about astronomy, astrophysics, quantum mechanics and other relevant fields in order for them to become accessible to outer space lovers and amateur astronomers. Every week there is a projection of an astronomical documentary, followed by presentations and discussion and telescope observation. Telescope observations are also organised whenever there is an astronomical phenomenon taking place (e.g. the transit of Venus across the Sun in 2012, a lunar eclipse, a planetary conjunction, etc.).  

Person responsible: Maximos Parolini

Phone number: 6970882010

E-mail: astronomikiomada@gmail.com

Website: https://www.facebook.com/groups/265072340203890

Involved mainly with diving, this group consists of students who are trained or novice divers. The group does not provide diving lessons as this is forbidden. However it cooperates with a diving school which provides special prices for students. It is an Association (having a statute), involved in diving activities and aiming to get to know and protect the ocean floor, and be involved in recreational activities. Group members participate in research projects as for example in the preliminary oceanographic environmental study for submarine areas of Lesvos aiming to develop scuba diving parks implemented by the Department of Marine Sciences. Taking photos of the seabed is another very interesting activity of “Triton”, whereas the interest of the group for marine ecosystems is also targeted at participating in initiatives to clean the sea floor.

Address: Diving Group “Triton” Department of Marine Sciences, University of the Aegean, University Hill, P.C. 81100 Mytilene

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Person responsible: Erasmia Tsanaki

E-mail: triton@aegean.gr

The environment is our most precious resource. It is our home and we must therefore protect it. This was the basic idea that led to the establishment of the Pan-Gaia Group. As students of the Department of the Environment of the University of the Aegean, we recorded the fields in which we could offer help, we set our targets and started implementing them one by one, with the assistance of volunteers and professors (Green University of the Aegean).

You can see all our activities of the University’s webpage.

Persons responsible: Kaliakoudas Dimitris, tel.: 6970038670,  Kossyfidis Lazaros, tel. : 975838639

“Dryades” is a new inter-departmental group of students of the University of the Aegean, interested in the natural environment.

Person responsible: Petra Anastopoulou

In this theatrical group we start with drama games which help us familiarize with one another and get to know what the theatre is all about. Then we choose a theatrical play which we prepare in order to have it staged.

Person responsible: Lydia Aristidou

Phone number: 6987922393

The students’ theatrical group “Prova” (i.e. rehearsal) was established 24 years ago. It is an Association of the University of the Aegean and a member of the Panhellenic Union of Students’ Theatrical Groups. “Prova” began its course in 1997 with the play “Snow White” and continued with the staging of the following play

“Santa Claus is a stinker”

• “Save”
• “Assemblywomen” (Ekklesiazousai by the Greek playwright Aristophanes)
• “The Glass Menagerie” by Tennessee Williams
• …”Better on all fours”
• “Ten Little Niggers”, by Agatha Christie
• “Steal less”
• “Scenes from a dead world”
• “Domestic news”
• “The misadventures of uncle McBuck” by Augusto Boal
• “The concert at Saint-Ovide Fair” by Antonio Buero Vallejo
• “Dot.gr”
• “Killing game” by Eugene Ionesko
• “Diachronic synchrony”
• «Devilish web”
• “Crying was born in paradise”

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Person responsible: Maria Avramidou

Phone number: 6986095318

E-mail: provatheater@gmail.com

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“Technites” is a students’ theatrical group orientated towards classical and quality theatre. By participating you will acquire the necessary basic knowledge and stimulus for aesthetic cultivation. You will also gain experience by being part of theatrical plays.

Persons responsible: Manolis Normand Psillas, Katerina Mihou

Phone number: 6947561213, 6986629114

E-mail: texnhtes@gmail.com

Person responsible: Marios Tzagatzis

Phone number: 6987922699

The cinematographic group of the University of the Aegean in Mytilene known as Cinematographic Gang has during the past year been activated again and started organising projections and a two-day noir film festival. The movies shown at the Paparisvas Building every Sunday are selected by all the members of the group during their weekly meetings.

The group has an archive consisting of 150 movies on VHS originally granted by the Department of Social Anthropology and History. The group also borrows films from the Department of Cultural Technology and Communication and organises special tributes to specific directors, actors or thematic areas as well as mini-festivals. The group is open to all students interested, from all semesters and Departments.

Person responsible:  Andreas Votzakis

Phone number: 6983070432

E-mail: kinimatografiki@lesvos.aegean.gr

This group is interested in the art of photography and more particularly black and white photography – at least for the time being. It is accommodated in a venue at the Students’ Club (on the University Hill), which is fully equipped and has a darkroom. The group organises photo exhibitions with every chance. Group members, whether novices or experienced in photography, are trained through closed meetings and discussions. The group also organises excursions in order to get its members acquainted with various techniques and taking photos of specific themes. What is of particular interest is the engagement of the group with “experimental photography”, i.e. taking photos with makeshift mechanisms (e.g. matchboxes).

Person responsible:  Evi Guida

Phone number: 6986095318

The music group consists of several bands (and other groups) playing rock, punk, reggae, metal and other kinds of music. The size of the group is not steady. It may include 7-8 active music ensembles and at times may even host up to 17 bands.

Having no strict rules, various bands meet at the beginning of the year to determine how to use their venue at the Students’ Club. The venue is a set and insulated studio with drums and the appropriate equipment (amplifiers, etc) to support the voice and instruments of students. All groups get together to discuss organisational issues every two months or more often when they are preparing a gig or a concert. Concerts usually take place in various areas of the University or in city squares. There are groups which play on a systematic basis and some of these groups are getting ready to release a record.

Person responsible:  Nitsa Tsipizidou

Phone number: 6986053092

The radio station started broadcasting in 2012. Its main aims are to entertain and inform.

Person responsible:  Marios Psilopoulos

Phone number: 6943282224

E-mail: radiolofos@aegean.gr

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Person responsible: Nassia Kefala

Phone number: 6955005930

Person responsible: Harikleia Oursoutzidou

Phone number: 6974613194

“Erotokritos” was established in 2008 and has a statute. Its aim is to teach Cretan dance. Students and non-students from all over Greece can get to know the Cretan tradition and take part in performances organised by the association and the University.

Person responsible: Nikos Mihalakis

Phone number: 6982943392

“Orfeas” has been active since 1992 and has a long tradition in the organisation and participation in dance events taking place on the Aegean islands, in other parts of Greece and abroad. It is an organised association with a statute and is mainly involved with traditional Greek dances. The group is accommodated at the Students’ Club and has its own traditional costumes which are necessary for performances. The regular meetings and rehearsals are an opportunity for students not familiar with these dances to get to know them and become full members of the Association. When it comes to active members “Orfeas” is one of the largest groups of the University.

Person responsible: Gabriela Tsagaraki

Phone number: 6979432009

E-mail: orfeas_xoreutikos_syllogos@yahoo.gr

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Person responsible: Izabella Diakomihali

Phone number: 6981019886

Person responsible: Irini

Phone number: 6974066491

Person responsible: Lydia Aristeidou

Phone number: 6987922393