…ments of Polish culture – not only highly artistic, but also popular culture – are very important in its teaching.   “Learners of the Polish language often ask about everyday aspects of life in Poland, including subcultures and music. Popular culture, especially hip-hop, is an important point of reference,” says Dr Kajak, adding: “Rap is currently the most popular music genre in Poland, so it is worth reminding students of its roots, also during c…

…es a significant limitation for the University. Aware that the cost of living in Warsaw is among the highest in the country, the University of Warsaw has submitted a request to the Ministry to increase the allocated funds. We believe that adequate financial support is essential for equal access to education and real social security for our students.   The University authorities are also analysing the potential impact of planned national-level syst…

…e programme was divided into three thematic tracks: war and society; new technologies and supply chains; geopolitics and economy. The event was held under the patronage of Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence, and Piotr Zgorzelski, Deputy Marshal of the Sejm.   “In the face of complex challenges, we must seek answers to fundamental questions together: how to strengthen the resilience of our states and s…

…ice in person. Our goal is to provide support quickly, efficiently, and with minimal formalities. Situation in dormitory 3 The renovation of the building at Kickiego 9, part of Dormitory No. 3, has been planned for some time. Initially scheduled to begin in summer 2024, the University of Warsaw authorities decided to postpone it by a year to ensure the comfort and safety of residents.   During direct meetings between the Vice-Rector for Student Af…

…PCMA expedition in Palmyra.   Dr Zeidan also visited the University of Warsaw campus, Warsaw’s Old Town, the Academy of Fine Arts, the National Museum in Warsaw and the National Institute of Cultural Heritage of Poland.   Dr Zeidan’s visit to Poland, which lasted from 18th to 21st May, was preceded by a trip by a delegation from the PCMA to Syria in March this year, organised in cooperation with the Polish Embassy in Damascus. During this visit, w…

…s of March 1968. Fifty-seven years ago, at noon sharp, a protest rally was held in the UW’s main courtyard by students and residents of Warsaw fighting for the restoration of academic freedom and civil liberties, relaxation of censorship and in defence of students expelled from the university for opposing the actions of the authorities of the time. To commemorate these events, traditionally on 8th March at 12 pm, a solemn laying of flowers under t…

…a reproduction of a photograph of the Main Gate of the pre-war University of Warsaw with a dedication from the Rector; a climbing class with an instructor from the University’s Physical Education and Sports Center; a tour of the historic UW campus at Krakowskie Przedmieście; a meeting with the Dean’s team of the Faculty of Law and Administration; media training organised by the Faculty of Journalism, Information and Book Studies; a photo session i…

…al Science and International Studies at the University of Warsaw.   The meeting at the University of Warsaw was organised by the UW International Relations Office and the 4EU+ Student Committee. The students could discuss self-governance within the 4EU+ Alliance or digitalisation in higher education. They also participated in a workshop on the use of artificial intelligence tools. Courses, workshops, competences It is the second edition of the 4EU…

…n and whether this diminishes Ukraine’s status as an independent, strong international player.   “Only a few years ago we were convinced that we were living in one globalising village, that integration processes were proceeding peacefully and that economic, social and political integration was deepening. It has turned out that things are not so simple,” Prof. Alojzy Z. Nowak, the Rector of the University of Warsaw, said at the beginning of the deb…

…Higher Education (Asia University Rankings 2024), and 100th in the US News Ranking 2024.   On 21 November, the University of Warsaw authorities, representatives of the Huazhong University of Science and Technology, and a delegation from the PRC met in the Golden Hall of the Kazimierzowski Palace.   “The University of Warsaw has been cooperating with numerous universities from China for many years. We have well-developed academic exchanges and con…