Professor Jerzy Piotr Gwizdała was elected by the University Electoral College to serve as Rector of the University of Gdańsk for 2020-2024 term. The Electoral College Meeting to select the UG Rector took place on 27 April 2020 in a form of videoconference. The meeting was chaired by prof. UG, dr hab. Teresa Kamińska. The University of Gdańsk Electoral College, in accordance with the Statute, comprises representatives…

In connection with the extended limitation period for the functioning of universities supervised by the Minister of Science and Higher Education, please be informed that: Regulation No. 39/R/20 of the Rector of the University of Gdańsk of 9 April 2020 amends Regulation No. 24/R/20 of the Rector of the University of Gdańsk on the management of didactic and research activity of the University of Gdańsk at the time of…

University of Gdańsk psychology students got involved in aiding the most disadvantaged during the prevailing epidemiological threat, together with St. Brother Albert’s Aid Society they supported homeless people. They provided information on protective measures against the coronavirus and how to act in case of contracting it. Homeless people often live in isolation, lack access to information, at the same time are high…

Dear students, doctoral students, former and current employees of the University of Gdańsk May this coming Easter bring You every success and as much joy possible, both in your private and professional life. Easter is a time of sharing and this is why we want to share some optimism and good spirit with You. Every one of us particularly needs it in order to enjoy the beautiful spring time under these difficult…

Today, on 7 April 2020, we celebrate World Health Day. This year it came at a very difficult time when doctors, nurses, first responders, ambulance drivers, laboratory workers and other medical personnel are working heroically, even beyond their strength. On behalf of academic community of the University of Gdańsk we would like to offer our sincere thanks to all healthcare professionals, especially those working in…

Dear Employees of the University of Gdańsk Dear Students and Doctoral Students   We have all been undergoing a difficult trial lately. We are forced to reorganize our professional and often private lives. It is a great challenge and a great responsibility towards our students, doctoral students, employees, our families and close ones. Facing the challenge of maintaining the university operation under this health and…

Because of a difficult situation in our country, students from the “Innovative Ways Group” Scientific Circle have decided to organise a fundraiser. The goal of the “Help remotely on quarantine” campaign is to offer support for one of the hospitals in Gdansk to purchase the necessary protective and medical equipment, as well as, provide warm meals for medical staff. All the Scientific Circles of the Faculty of Economics…

As many as 73% of full-time course classes and 71% of part-time course classes take place remotely at the University of Gdańsk.   The data has been gathered from every university faculty and unit. Only courses consisting mostly of laboratories, field classes or other forms of classes impossible to be held remotely demonstrate lower percentage values.   Remote classes are also held for foreigners studying under the…

On 21 March 2020 the Minister of Science and Higher Education(MNiSW) decided to extend the suspension of higher education institutions till 10 April 2020. The decision was made due to Polish State declaring state of emergency over pandemic. We would like to remind you that Rector’s Ordrer of 10 March 2020 on indefinite suspension of classes at the University of Gdańsk remains in force. The date of 10 April is only an…

Dear Employees, Students, PhD Students, Alumni and Friends of the University of Gdansk! Today is the 50th anniversary of the University of Gdansk. The University, which for five decades has consistently built a responsible and open academic community. Today we would like to thank everyone for being a part of this community and working every day for its development, supporting all plans and intentions. We wish you all…