Gala została zorganizowana dzięki współpracy Uniwersytetu Łódzkiego z Muzeum Miasta Łodzi, w ramach obchodów Roku Łodzianek Inicjatorek. Wydarzenie było nie tylko okazją do uhonorowania wyjątkowych absolwentek, ale także do inspirującej refleksji – w programie znalazł się wykład ekspercki prof. Katarzyny de Lazari-Radek, Prorektor ds. umiędzynarodowienia nauki i kształcenia, poświęcony temu, jak wykorzystać wiedzę z zakresu filozofii, psychologii i neuronauk do budowania dobrego życia. The gala was organised in cooperation between the University of Lodz and the Museum of the City of Łódź, as part of the Year of "Women of Łódź – Initiators". The event was not only an opportunity to honour exceptional graduates but also to offer inspiring reflection. The programme of the event included an expert lecture by Prof. Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek, the UniLodz Vice-Rector for Internationalisation of Science and Education, on how to leverage knowledge from philosophy, psychology and neuroscience to build a good life.
Women should break glass ceilings, blaze new trails and shock. Disappoint those who would like to see them within certain frameworks, roles, and in no other (…) We present our symbolic apples to twelve women who have achieved a great deal in their fields. I would also venture to say that this achievement was largely due to their experience and education at the University of Lodz. I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all of today's laureates, and I encourage you to join us as important alumni in supporting our students in the VIP Graduate Mentorship Programme. We strive to ensure that the experience of our alumni supports those embarking on their professional paths
– said Rector of the University of Lodz, Prof. Rafał Matera
The nominations and statuettes were presented to the distinguished graduates by the Rector of the University of Lodz, Prof. Rafał Matera, and Deputy Chancellor Anna Rolczak. Let's learn more about the nominees.
- Anna Ciszowska – a theatre scholar, theatre educator and cultural animator
- Aneta Dalbiak – Director of the Central Museum of Textiles in Łódź
- Paulina Frankiewicz – a philosopher, Doctor of Humanities, literary activist
- Małgorzata Janiszewska – Group Controller and Member of the Management Board, Flint Group Poland
- Marzena Kardas – VP Data Management Barry Callebaut Group
- Magdalena Kowalska – Head of Finance Operations, Primient Polska
- Paulina Kurc-Maj – Director of the Centre of Polish Sculpture in Orońsko
- Małgorzata Ludwisiak – a historian and art critic, curator, cultural institution manager, lecturer
- Marta Madejska – a social archivist, researcher, writer, editor
- Maria Nowakowska – a promoter of architectural heritage, researcher, animator, artist and activist
- Ada Florentyna Pawlak – a technology anthropologist, lawyer and art historian, academic lecturer
- Małgorzata Żmijska – President of the We Have a Project Foundation
The UniLodz community is made up of people who share our values: courage, commitment, diversity, cooperation and respect. The University of Lodz VIP Alumni group demonstrates the diversity of fields in which our alumni achieve success – from culture and art, through social activism, to business.
Distinguished VIP Alumni of the University of Lodz actively participate in academic and cultural life, sharing their knowledge and experience. They deliver expert lectures, participate in panel discussions – this year, including during the Lem Festival "Megabit Bomb" – and meet with students. Many of them also serve as mentors in the University of Lodz Mentorship Programme, one of the oldest in Poland. Twelve editions of the programme have been completed to date, with nearly 450 students participating, gaining a unique opportunity to develop under the guidance of experienced alumni. The process of selecting mentoring pairs for the 13th edition, which will launch on 11 December, is underway.
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This was a unique edition that highlighted the strength and importance of women in the world of science, culture and entrepreneurship. Congratulations to all the winners.
Text: Jolanta Lechowska-Białecka, Centre for External Relations and Social Responsibility of the University, University of Lodz
