The University of Gdańsk received the Diploma of Recognition from the Minister of Defense for partnership in the second edition of the voluntary military training for students program „Legia Akademicka” (The Academic Legion). The official diploma presentation took place on 16 December 2019.

The Provincial Military Chief of Staff Colonel Andrzej Płocha presented His Magnificence, Rector of the University of Gdańsk, prof. dr hab. Jerzy Piotr Gwizdała with the diploma.

„Legia Akademicka” (The Academic Legion) is the major Ministry of Defense program aimed at students who wish to receive voluntary military training and earn the Army Reserve Soldier status.

The University of Gdańsk actively participates in this program, offering students a chance to acquire additional, unique skills and qualifications accessible only to military units.