On October 3, 2026, the Dean of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Technical University of Košice, Professor Jozef Živčák, PhD, attended a festive event held on the occasion of Month of Respect for the Elderly. This significant social gathering was honored by the presence of the President of the Slovak Republic, Peter Pellegrini, alongside other protocol guests.

The event served as an expression of deep respect and solidarity toward the older generation. The participation of academic representatives, led by the Dean, highlighted the importance of intergenerational connection and the faculty's active engagement in broader social matters.