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Our history. Our community
The University of Lodz has been a meeting place for people who believe that knowledge is the first step to freedom for over 80 years.
We have always created a space where students, doctoral students and those focused on research, teaching or administrative work learn about the world together – with curiosity, responsibility and respect for one another.
Our university was established on 24 May 1945, shortly after the end of the war, but its roots go back further – including to the Łódź branch of the Free Polish University (1928), the Institute of Teacher Education and the Higher School of Social and Economic Sciences.
UniLodz in a nutshell
The University of Lodz is a constantly evolving community. Although relatively young, we are among the largest universities in Poland. Together, we embrace new challenges, remaining open to cooperation, dialogue and continuous development. We are united by the belief that a university should respond to the changing needs of the world and the people who shape it.
Boilerplate of #UniLodz
The University of Lodz is a dynamically changing community where people are valued most. We approach the challenges of the modern world boldly and responsibly. We create a space where research is done by and for people – this is what defines us as a #HumaneUniversity.
At UniLodz, we believe that people are more important than processes. That is why we operate based on relationships, cooperation and openness. We respect diversity and build an inclusive academic environment where students, doctoral students and employees can develop their potential. We are a university co-created by the community – both those who are with us now and those who were a part of it in the past. We are #teamUniLodz.
More information at www.uni.lodz.pl/en/
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Get to know our Rector's Board
The University of Lodz is a Humane University. It's a community of people where knowledge meets responsibility and diversity meets dialogue. Meet the people responsible for creating UniLodz.
Rector UŁ
Prof. Rafał Matera
I have held the position of the Rector of the University of Lodz, entrusted to me by the University community through election, since 1 September 2024. I take my responsibilities and matters concerning other people very seriously, while approaching myself with a greater sense of distance. This balance allows me to remain optimistic and maintain good relations with the world. It also helps that I am fortunate to be surrounded by fantastic people.
Before being elected Rector, for eight years (two terms, from 2016 to 2024), I served as Dean, managing the work of the Faculty of Economics and Sociology of the University of Lodz where there are over 500 academic and administrative employees and 5,000 students.
Before working as a dean, I coordinated mobility programmes at the faculty. I also worked at a private university, as part of British validated studies. Therefore, I know the strengths and weaknesses of public universities when compared to non-public teaching and scientific institutions. My vision is that of a Humane University – one that does not always need to be first, but should always, above all, care for those who work and study here.
UNDERSTANDING OTHER DISCIPLINES
I understand the humanities, I practice Social Sciences (my research interests such as economics, sociology, international relations prove this), and I highly value Exact and Natural Sciences (I have scientific contacts with doctors and biologists). The Faculty of Economics and Sociology, which I headed, is interdisciplinary in nature – it employs people who carry out research in the field of economics and finance, sociological sciences, socio-economic geography and spatial management, management and quality sciences, legal sciences, but also physical sciences, computer science, mathematics and health sciences.
COOPERATION
To me, building relationships is of key importance. As part of two dean's boards I had an opportunity to work with fantastic people. Also at my alma mater, Department of History of Economics, I had excellent contact with the entire team. Half of my scientific publications were co-written (I shared scientific work with a dozen or so researchers). I have supervised four doctoral students, and over 100 male and female students have written their theses under my supervision. Several of them have been distinguished in various competitions.
LIFE OUTSIDE WORK
My wife is an academic and the Head of the Department of American Studies and Mass Media – we have been together for thirty years and have two sons. When I'm not working, I read books (mainly on an e-reader) and travel (usually with a small backpack).
My profile on the website of the University of Lodz.
My profile on Wikipedia.org
My vision is a HUMAN UNIVERSITY.
Competences of the Rector
As Rector of the University of Lodz, I manage the university, its activities and represent it externally. I set its strategic development directions and supervise their implementation. I cooperate with the Vice-Rectors and Deans, who are responsible for coordinating administrative processes and supporting Directors and Heads in managing individual units.
I ensure that academic and administrative goals are achieved in an integrated manner, which contributes to the efficient functioning of the university as a whole. I work with the Chancellor and his Deputies in the area ofmanaging central administration, which allows us to use resources better and respond to the needs of the University more quickly.
My competences include, in particular:
- setting directions for the development of the University of Lodz;
- implementing the University of Lodz strategy;
- preparing a draft modification and supplementation of the University of Lodz strategy;
- preparing a draft of statutory changes to the University of Lodz;
- supervising the activities of all organisational units of the University of Lodz and coordinating their work;
- making decisions regarding the property and financial management of the University of Lodz;
- supervising the work of the Vice-Rectors and administration, including the activities of the Chancellor and his Deputies;
- supervising the process of student and doctoral education as well as the process of educating scientific staff;
- taking action to promote scientific staff and undertaking cooperation with the socio-economic environment;
- ensuring compliance with law and order at the University of Lodz and establishing internal regulations, including the principles of employment and promotion at the University of Lodz;
- convening meetings of the Rector’s Board and the Senate and chairing their deliberations;
- appointing disciplinary spokespersons;
- appointing permanent and ad hoc Rector’s Committees;
- appointing the Rector’s Representatives to perform specific tasks;
- exercising internal control;
- ensuring information defence and security, including the protection of classified information;
- ensuring safe and hygienic working and educational conditions at faculties and other organisational units of the University of Lodz within the meaning of the Organisational Regulations of the University of Lodz;
- supervising the implementation of development plans for individual areas of the University of Lodz activity;
- initiating and implementing tasks within the framework of cooperation between the University of Lodz and state and local government administration bodies, the social and cultural environment, and economic institutions;
- carrying out duties related to student affairs;
- maintaining relations with the student government.
Office Hours
Tuesdays: 2 p.m. - 3.30 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Secretariat
Paulina Kuster
E-mail: rektor@uni.lodz.pl
Phone number: 42 635 40 00
Narutowicza 68, room No. 111
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UNIVERSITY OF LODZ
Narutowicza 68, 90-136 LODZ
fax: 00 48 42/665 57 71, 00 48 42/635 40 43
NIP: 724 000 32 43
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