May the coming Christmas season be a time full of peace of mind, joy and closeness. Regardless of religion, beliefs or habits, let us look for what makes us happy in the coming days. Let us take care of ourselves and gather energy for what is ahead. Let us be good to each other and enjoy mutual support, respect and understanding. This way, we are building something more than "just" a university – we are creating a Human University: a space where we can all develop and feel that we are together.
All the best and a happy New Year!
Rafał Matera
Rector of the University of Lodz
Christmas Guest is an initiative that we have been implementing as part of the University Diversity project. It consists in hosting an international student in your home on one of the Christmas days. This gesture is not only a good deed, but also a great opportunity to exchange knowledge: to present our Polish customs and get acquainted with the traditions of other countries.
The project is a response to the interest of international students in the possibility of participating in traditional Christmas in Poland, when many of them stay in Lodz.