On the occasion of the 200th anniversary of the Warsaw University of Technology and in recognition of the long-standing cooperation between the two universities, Prof. Alojzy Z. Nowak, Rector of the University of Warsaw, presented the University of Warsaw Medal to the Warsaw University of Technology, handing it to Prof. Krzysztof Zaremba, Rector of the Warsaw University of Technology.

The inauguration of the Jubilee Year marking the 200th anniversary of the university took place on 15th January at the Main Building of the Warsaw University of Technology.

During the ceremonial session of the Senate of the Warsaw University of Technology, Prof. Alojzy Z. Nowak handed over the University of Warsaw Medal to Prof. Krzysztof Zaremba. In his address, the Rector of the University of Warsaw emphasised the long-standing collaboration between the two institutions, its tangible outcomes, and the significance of joint academic and educational initiatives.

“The 200-year history of the Warsaw University of Technology represents not only an impressive scientific and educational legacy but also an extraordinary story of service to Poland, its modernisation, and development. From its foundation to the present day, the Warsaw University of Technology has continuously educated successive generations of engineers, scientists, and public leaders, remaining a vital pillar of Polish science and technology. While differing in profile, the University of Warsaw and the Warsaw University of Technology share a common responsibility for shaping the country’s intellectual elite, upholding the highest research standards, and serving society. Our long-standing cooperation is a source of pride and a hope for further fruitful joint initiatives,” emphasised the UW Rector.

The 200th anniversary of the Warsaw University of Technology commemorates the year 1826, when the Preparatory School for the Polytechnic Institute was established in Warsaw – an institution that marked the beginning of technical education in the capital of Poland.