Due to his appointment as Deputy Minister at the Ministry of Interior and Administration, the previous President of the University of Gdańsk Council, dr hab. Maciej Duszczyk, prof. UW stepped down. By a decision of the UG Senate of January 25, dr Agnieszka Chłoń-Domińczak, prof. SGH became a new member of the Council from outside the University community. Prof. Maciej Duszczyk will be replaced as President by dr hab…

A meeting of the Senate of the University of Gdańsk, June 30, 2022, began with thanks and the awarding of diplomas to students particularly involved in charitable aid for Ukraine. The meeting was opened by the Rector, prof. dr hab. Piotr Stepnowski, who welcomed the senators gathered in the Assembly Hall of the Library of Gdańsk University named after prof. Janusz Sokołowski. The Rector then handed over the floor to the…

For the 52nd time, the academic community of the University of Gdańsk celebrated the University's anniversary. During the ceremony the first titles of honorary professors were conferred on Senior Rectors, the K. C. Mrongowiusz awards were presented, as well as Prof. K. Taylor awards for the year 2021 and the awards for winners of the first edition of the Young Fahrenheit…

The Senate of the University of Gdańsk unanimously adopted a resolution on amending the Statute of the University of Gdańsk. After assuming the function of Rector of UG, prof. Piotr Stepnowski addressed the academic community with a proposal to propose amendments to the Statute. A senate committee was also set up and chaired by prof. Mariusz Bogusz. After three months of arrangements, consultations and after receiving a…

Today the Senate of the University of Gdańsk adopted a resolution on actions to protect and develop the Kashubian language and culture. The resolution was read out in Kashubian by prof. Cezary Obracht-Prondzyński. Scientists at the University of Gdańsk conduct research related not only to the Kashubian language and the culture and history of the region. The Faculty of…