[Translate to English:] Element dekoracyjny

Rector's Board

University of Lodz

Rector UŁ

Prof. Rafał Matera

prof. Rafał Matera - rektor UŁ

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 

Vice-Rector for Science, First Deputy of the Rector

Dr hab. Dorota Golańska, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz

dr hab. Dorota Golańska, prof. UŁ - prorektorka ds. nauki

I assumed the role of Vice-Rector for Science at the University of Lodz on 1 September 2024. My work involves supporting research activities carried out within #UniLodz and striving to continuously improve their quality. I also collaborate with nationwide institutions coordinating research activity, as well as with the authorities of other universities and the Ministry of Science and Higher Education. My task at #UniLodz is to create an environment conducive to achieving research objectives and developing the research passions of members of our community. 

PROFESSIONALLY 

I graduated in International Relations (2002); I obtained a PhD degree in Literary Studies (2006) and a postdoctoral degree in Cultural Studies (2018). My research concerns the phenomena of discrimination and issues of political violence. I conduct research on political conflicts, militarisation processes, (ethno)nationalisms and political activism. I am also interested in decolonial theories and contemporary feminist epistemology.
I have completed several months of research internships at Utrecht University and Columbia University. I have published two monographs and a number of scientific articles; I have also edited six collective volumes. I am currently managing two NCN OPUS team projects and international research projects SMARTUP (CHANSE) and EUTERPE (HE&UKRI). I have completed an individual NCN OPUS project, participated in the GRACE (H2020), RESET (H2020) and GENDERGRADUATES (FP6) projects. I have also managed two team projects financed by the ESF and participated in the work of the management committee and research groups of the COST action.
I have experience as an NCN expert, a member of the NCN Permanent Team, an expert in the CHANSE and HERA networks, as well as a member of the review team operating within the Economic & Social Research Council UKRI and an ERC and COST reviewer. I was a senator of the University of Lodz and a member of the Statutory and Organisational Committee in the 2016-2020 term. I am also a co-author of the “Gender Equality Plan” promoting equality and diversity within our academic community. 

WHEN I’M NOT AT WORK

Horses and equestrianism are my passions. 

My profile on the website of the University of Lodz

Competences of the Vice-Rector for Science

As Vice-Rector for Science, I serve as the First Deputy of the Rector. My responsibilities include:  

  • planning and coordinating research;
  • developing and evaluating scientific disciplines;
  • supervising scientific programmes and research projects;
  • cooperating with institutions financing scientific research;
  • monitoring directions of scientific development in the world;
  • organising training courses and workshops for employees and researchers;
  • supporting interdisciplinary research;
  • supervising the research quality assessment process;
  • supervising the supply of scientific equipment and its operation;
  • supervising activities of the Lodz University Press and submitting proposals for the appointment of an editor-in-chief, publishing board and subject editors;
  • supervising journals published at the University of Lodz;
  • supervising activities of the University of Lodz Library, in particular in the field of science reporting;
  • supervising scientific information;
  • supervising the awarding of prizes to academic teachers;
  • supervising education of scientific staff (including academic degrees and titles);
  • promoting key areas of research at the University of Lodz;
  • supervising research centres, units and teams at the University of Lodz;
  • convening meetings of the science boards and chairing their deliberations;
  • convening meetings and chairing the Research Ethics Committee;
  • supervising Doctoral Schools in the scope of reporting scientific achievements of doctoral students;
  • supervising periodic evaluation process and preparing periodic evaluation principles;
  • monitoring the implementation of the strategy in the managed area;
  • supervising the implementation of the “Gender Equality Plan”;
  • matters relating to other activities related to the assigned scope of competences or ordered by the Rector of the University of Lodz.
Office Hours

Mondays: 12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Tuesdays: (except for days when Rector's Boards with Deans and Senates are held) 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.

Secretariat

Ewa Czech 
E-mail: prorektorka_nauka@uni.lodz.pl
Phone number: +48 42 635 40 00
Narutowicza 68, room No. 111 

Vice-Rector for Education

Dr hab. Małgorzata Wrzesień, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz

 

dr hab. Małgorzata Wrzesień, prof. UŁ

I have been responsible for the teaching and learning processes at the University of Lodz since 1 September 2024. Together with my fantastic team, we support students, doctoral students, as well as those interested in studying at #UniLodz in all key activities related to admissions, the teaching and learning process, academic development and day-to-day functioning within the academic community. 
I took on this role because I believe that teaching is just as important as research. There can be no high-quality research without prior solid teaching. Therefore, on a daily basis, I work to ensure that teaching at our Universitycontinues to improve in quality. 
Before becoming Vice-Rector for Education, I held an analogous position at my home Faculty of Physics and Applied Informatics. In the 2020–2024 term, I served as Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Physics and Applied Informatics for Education and Quality of Teaching and Learning. 

PHYSICS FOR HEALTH CARE 
From the beginning of my professional career I have been dealing with issues of radiation protection of patients and staff exposed to ionising radiation. This topic, which is crucial for human health, has been present not only in my research, but also in my teaching work: my training courses have been supporting medical staff in performing their duties safely for nearly 10 years. I cooperate with numerous healthcare units and medical physicists.
Teaching has also accompanied me in other fields. After graduating from the Faculty of Physics and Chemistry at the University of Lodz, I worked as a lecturer and teacher, among other things, at the High School No 13 in Lodz, the Righteous Among the Nations State Secondary School of the University of Lodz and the Specialist Extracurricular Work Centre Planetarium and Astronomical Observatory in Lodz. Thanks to this, I am not only a tenured teacher, but, equally importantly, I have gained experience at practically all levels of education. I served as Vice-Dean for Teaching and Quality of Education. I received the 2nd degree team award of the Polish Radiation Research Society in the field of radiation hygiene for the publication Hand exposure to ionising radiation of nuclear medicine workers, ("Radiat Prot Dosimetry", 2008) in 2010, and the 1st degree team award of the Rector of the University of Lodz for teaching achievements in 2019. 

WHEN I’M NOT AT WORK
I like to spend my free time reading and traveling both near and far. 

My profile on the website of the University of Lodz

Competences of the Vice-Rector for Education

My responsibilities as Vice-Rector for Education include:  

  • supervising the implementation of study curricula;
  • ensuring the quality of education and the accreditation process;
  • initiating changes in study curricula and supervising admissions;
  • developing a strategy for the development of education at the University of Lodz;
  • cooperating with enterprises in the field of student internships and supervising internship programme;
  • implementing innovative teaching methods and educational technologies;
  • supervising the quality of lifelong learning programmes;
  • supervising the quality of non-degree postgraduate study programmes;
  • supporting the development of digital competences of students and employees;
  • promoting the university as a centre of educational excellence;
  • supervising the supply of teaching equipment and its operation;
  • supervising the "Talented at School, Brilliant at the University" programme;
  • supervising Doctoral Schools in the field of doctoral education programmes;
  • developing learning outcomes for an inter-faculty study programme;   
  • developing a strategy for implementing the so-called micro-credentials;   
  • monitoring initiatives of the AI team ;
  • supporting the Vice-Rector for Popularisation of Science and Education in supervising the unit responsible for the knowledge and technology transfer;
  • supporting the Vice-Rector for Internationalisation of Science and Education in supervising the Foreign Language Centre;
  • supporting the Rector in the area of student affairs;
  • monitoring the implementation of the strategy in the managed area;
  • matters relating to other activities related to the assigned scope of competences or ordered by the Rector of the University of Lodz.  
Office Hours

Tuesdays: 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., the University of Lodz Rector’s Office building, room No.107

Secretariat

Anastazja Pilichowska
E-mail: prorektorka_ksztalcenie@uni.lodz.pl
Phone number: +48 42 635 40 00
Narutowicza 68, room No.107

Vice-Rector for Internationalisation of Science and Education

Dr hab. Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz

dr hab. Katarzyna de Lazari-Radek, prof. UŁ

A PHILOSOPHER, A VICE-RECTOR
I am a philosopher and an ethicist. I have had the honour and great pleasure (and there will be much more about the pleasure later on) of also serving as Vice-Rector for the Internationalisation of Science and Education since September 2024. In this important mission, I am supported on a daily basis by colleagues from many units and all faculties of the University of Lodz. 
Our goal is clear – the University of Lodz is to become increasingly open to the world and more diverse in cultural, national, and linguistic terms. This is the foundation for remaining a strong, recognisable and highly regarded university. 

SCIENCE IS CURIOSITY
I have been studying the issues of the good life, happiness and pleasure for twenty years. Furthermore, I deal with metaethics, utilitarian philosophy and problems of practical ethics: bioethics, animal rights, ethical aspects of new technologies. In considering these issues I am guided by curiosity: about human nature, desires and aspirations. Contact with people helps me satisfy this need. I really appreciate classes with students – they are the source of my inspiration and joy.
I define myself as a hedonistic utilitarian. In my habilitation: Godny pożądania stan świadomości [Desirable State of Consciousness] (Lodz University Press) I argue that what is good for us are our states of mind. In 2024, Routledge published my book The Philosophy of Pleasure, which is the world's first comprehensive monograph devoted to hedonistic theory. 
I have been cooperating with Peter Singer from Princeton University for many years. We have written two books together: The Point of View of the Universe (Oxford University Press, 2014) and A Very Short Introduction: Utilitarianism (Oxford University Press, 2017). We have produced a new edition of JSMill's classic book Utilitarianism. I have completed two NCN grants.
I received a grant from Yale University for research entitled: “The Theology of Joy and the Good Life – A Utilitarian Perspective” in 2017.
I have lectured and guest-taught at numerous universities including Princeton, Yale, Rutgers, Penn, NYU, Oxford, UCL, and at doctoral schools in Switzerland and the Netherlands. 

WHEN I’M NOT AT WORK
If I hadn't become a philosopher, I would have been a gardener. Lifting weights, hiking, and traveling make my life even more enjoyable. I have been hosting the Lives Well Lived podcast with Peter Singer since May 2024.

My profile on the website of the University of Lodz

Competences of the Vice-Rector for Internationalisation of Science and Education

My duties as Vice-Rector for Internationalisation of Science and Education include:  

  • establishing and implementing international cooperation;
  • coordinating international student and staff exchange;
  • representing the University of Lodz on international forums;
  • developing double diploma and joint degree programmes;
  • building relationships with foreign scientific and educational institutions;
  • developing international study curricula and language courses;
  • supporting international research mobility;
  • supporting research internships and international conferences;   
  • supporting publications by international researchers;
  • cooperating with foreign universities within the framework of research projects;
  • supervising the Foreign Language Centre;
  • supervising the School of Polish Language for Foreign Students of the University of Lodz;
  • supervising Doctoral Schools in the field of internationalisation of doctoral students;
  • representing the University of Lodz in the UNIC Alliance of European Universities;
  • coordinating the participation of the University of Lodz in the UNIC Alliance;
  • developing cooperation with partner universities of the UNIC Alliance;
  • supervising the Academic Support Centre of the University of Lodz;
  • monitoring anti-discrimination and anti-mobbing procedures at the University of Lodz;   
  • supporting the Rector in terms of student affairs, in particular in contacts with international students;
  • monitoring the implementation of the strategy in the managed area;
  • matters relating to other activities related to the assigned scope of competences or ordered by the Rector of the University of Lodz.  
Office Hours

Mondays: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Thursdays: 10:00 a.m.– 12:00 p.m.

Secretariat

Ewa Czech
E-mail:prorektorka_umiedzynarodowienie@uni.lodz.pl
Phone number: +48 42 635 40 00
Narutowicza 68, room No.111 

Vice-Rector for Academic and External Relations, Second Deputy of the Rector

Dr hab. Radosław Olszewski, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz

dr hab. Radosław Olszewski, prof. UŁ

I have served as Vice-Rector for Academic and External Relations since September 2024. My work largely involves meetings with people – both within the University of Lodz and beyond. 
The common denominator is always the well-being of the #UniLodz community. On a daily basis, I therefore cooperate with all groups within our university – from students, through doctoral students, to staff with extensive professional experience. 
I also regularly meet with representatives of other universities – in Lodz, in the region and across Poland. In our local, Lodz-based environment, I am actively involved, together with other rectors and vice-rectors, in the Lodz Academic Partnership. My responsibilities also include relations with the broadly understood external environment (social, local government and economic). 

CRIMINAL PROCEDURE – FROM A STUDENT TO POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
In my scientific work I deal with criminal procedure, fiscal criminal law and petty offence proceedings. I have supervised one doctoral dissertation, prepared reviews in fourteen doctoral dissertations and proceedings, served as secretary in four habilitation proceedings and supervised over eighty master's theses.  
I am a member of the Commission for the Quality of Education at the Faculty of Law and Administration of the University of Lodz and the Head of postgraduate studies in Fiscal Criminal Law, and previously also in Fiscal and Economic Criminal Law and the New Model of Criminal Procedure. I chair the subject committee for penal sciences for conducting public defenses of doctoral dissertations in the discipline of Law. 
I serve as a supervisor of the Student Science Club of Criminal Procedural Law. From 2004 to 2024, I was a supervisor at the Law Clinic – Student Legal Information Point. I am a member of the Lodz Scientific Society.

THE UNIVERSITY IS RESPECT FOR VALUES AND RELATIONSHIPS
Academic relationships should be based on respect, tolerance, openness and empathy. I treat these values as fundamental in my work, as Head of the Department of Criminal Law and Criminalistics at the Faculty of Law and Administration, and in other areas of my professional activity. This also applies to teaching activities and previously held functions: first-year supervisor or Vice-Dean of the Faculty of Law and Administration, University of Lodz for Student Affairs in the BA and MA Administration and Social Policy study programmes.
When dealing with criminal proceedings, I pay particular attention to reliability, principles and guarantees. Being aware of their role, I have served as disciplinary spokesperson for doctoral students, chairman of the Disciplinary Appeal Committee for Students of the University of Lodz, disciplinary spokesperson in the Ministry of Science and Higher Education, and member of the Konwent Rezczników.
I also intend to base my cooperation with current partners of the University of Lodz and to establish new contacts on the values ​​that shape academic relations.  

WHEN I’M NOT AT WORK
In my free time I play table tennis, hike in the mountains, and expand my phillumenist collection.

Competences of the Vice-Rector for Academic and External Relations

As Vice-Rector for Academic and External Relations, I serve as the Second Deputy of the Rector. My responsibilities include:   

  • developing cooperation between the University of Lodz and universities as part of the Lodz Academic Partnership;
  • initiating and implementing tasks as part of cooperation between the University of Lodz and state and local government administration bodies, as well as the social, economic, cultural and sports environment;
  • establishing and developing cooperation between the University of Lodz and Polish universities;
  • supporting the integration and development of the academic community;
  • supervising legal procedures in force at the University of Lodz;
  • monitoring the fate of graduates;
  • supervising the Physical Education and Sports Centre;
  • animating the sports activity of the University of Lodz academic community;
  • developing contacts with sports associations and clubs in the region;
  • cooperating with the Righteous Among the Nations State Secondary School of the University of Lodz, the University of Lodz Kindergarten and the British International School University of Lodz;
  • cooperating with the Doctoral Students’ Government;
  • supervising financing and activities of student science clubs;
  • supervising activities of the university teams: Academic Choir of the University of Lodz, the Academic Song and Dance Ensemble KUJON, Bałałajki;
  • cooperating with the University of Lodz Foundation;
  • carrying out duties related to doctoral affairs;
  • supporting the Rector in the area of student affairs;
  • monitoring the implementation of the strategy in the managed area;
  • matters relating to other activities related to the assigned scope of competences or ordered by the Rector of the University of Lodz.
Office Hours

Tuesdays: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., the University of Lodz Rector’s Office building, room No.107

Sekretariat

Ewa Szulc
E-mail: prorektor_relacje_kontakty@uni.lodz.pl
Phone number: +48 42 635 40 00
Narutowicza 68, room No.107

Vice-Rector for Popularisation of Science and Education

Dr hab. Krzysztof Pabis, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz

dr hab. Krzysztof Pabis, prof. UŁ

I have embarked on my mission (and a great adventure) as Vice-Rector for Popularisation of Science and Education at the University of Lodz since September 2024. I have been involved in science popularisation for many years; now I face a greater challenge, as it covers numerous fields. However, I am surrounded by many genuinely passionate people, so I feel strongly supported and receive real help on a daily basis. 
Science needs to be communicated in a simple way, and this is not easy. It is a paradox we must confront every time we want to reach a wider audience. Nevertheless, it is worth the effort, because we live in times when we are overwhelmed with information. Without expert support, we leave room for those who only pretend to be experts. 
In this area, I work with all age groups – from preschool children (for whom books are created), through high school students and university students, to my fellow researchers. Working with all of them brings me great joy. 

I’M INTERESTED IN THE WORLD
Nature has fascinated me since childhood. In high school I attended my first scientific symposia and became a member of the Polish Entomological Society. Since then I have become a populariser of science, as well as the author of dozens of articles and a dozen or so educational books, including: Dlaczego motyl zjada muchę (CiS, 2018), Gąsienice w czekoladzie (Multico, 2018) and Prywatne życie mrówek (Ringier, 2020). I have also supervised two doctoral dissertations.
I am interested in complex ecological relationships and my research covers the world of European butterflies and the processes that shape marine ecosystems, including Antarctica, West Africa and the deep oceans of the Atlantic and Pacific. 

WITHOUT COOPERATION THERE IS NO SCIENCE
I strongly believe that cooperation with other researchers is the foundation of good science. This is one of the reasons why I decided to join the Committee of Polar Research Polish Academy of Sciences and the Association of Tutors of the University of Lodz. Expedition to the Antarctic and the three-month cruise across the Atlantic, during which I underwent equatorial baptism, was an extremely important experience in this field for me. On a daily basis I work with scientists from Norway, Portugal, Germany and the UK. 

WHEN I’M NOT AT WORK
I am interested in the world in all its aspects: painting, photography, music, literature, cuisine, nature. I am a passionate reader of fiction and popular science literature, a fan of jazz, rock and classical music. Balance between work, family life and free time is very important to me. I relax by playing basketball and board games and by taking walks in the forest.

My profile on the website of the University of Lodz

Competences of the Vice-Rector for Popularisation of Science and Education

My duties as Vice-Rector for Popularisation of Science and Education include:

  • initiating and implementing tasks as part of the cooperation between the University of Lodz and the social and cultural environment as well as with economic institutions in the field of popularisation of research and education;
  • supervising the unit responsible for the knowledge and technology transfer at the University of Lodz;
  • supervising commercialisation of scientific research results and their implementation;   
  • supporting the Vice-Rector for Science in coordinating and reporting achievements as part of criterion III of evaluation;
  • supervising patent protection;   
  • promoting key areas of research and cooperation with the socio-cultural environment;
  • promoting science and education among the local, regional and international communities;
  • initiating cooperation with secondary and primary schools in the region and networking between the university and the schools;
  • promoting science and university education at secondary and primary schools;
  • supporting the Vice-Rector for Education in supervising the "Talented at School, Brilliant at the University" programme;
  • supporting research and publishing activities between University of Lodz employees and students and doctoral students;
  • supporting Doctoral Schools in the popularisation of research and education of doctoral students;
  • supervising the activities of the Lodz University Press, in particular in the area of publication strategy;
  • supervising the University of Lodz Library activities in the field of promotion and popularisation of research and education;
  • organising workshops and open courses for the local community;
  • supervising the area of promotion, communication and PR at the University of Lodz;
  • monitoring the initiatives of teams working for sustainable development;   
  • supporting and involving student science clubs in the popularisation;
  • supporting the Rector in the area of student affairs;
  • monitoring the implementation of the strategy in the managed area;
  • matters relating to other activities related to the assigned scope of competences or ordered by the Rector of the University of Lodz.  
Office Hours

Mondays: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m., the University of Lodz Rector’s Office building, room No. 107

Secretariat

Anastazja Pilichowska
E-mail: prorektor_popularyzacja@uni.lodz.pl
Phone number: +48 42 635 40 00
Narutowicza 68, room No. 107

Chancellors and Bursar

In accordance with § 27 of the Statute of the University of Lodz the Rector, Vice-Rectors, Chancellor, Bursar and other persons included in the team constitute the Rector's Board, which is an advisory body to the Rector.

Below you can find profiles of the key people responsible for the work of the administrative section of the University of Lodz. The Chancellor, together with the Deputy Chancellor, Finance Director and Bursar, play strategic roles in managing administrative processes, supervising infrastructure and finances, and supporting directors and heads of organisational units of the university. We encourage everyone to meet the members of the team that ensures smooth operation of our university, its development and efficiency.

    Chancellor of the University of Lodz

    Maciej Sysak

    Maciej Sysak - kanclerz

    My next great adventure at the University of Lodz – taking over as Chancellor – began on 1 September 2024. I've been associated with #UniLodz for two decades, and this experience has allowed me to take on this challenge. And it's a huge challenge – I'm responsible for, among other things, the state of the university's infrastructure, administrative staff, data security and digitisation. It's a lot of work, but also a lot of satisfaction and joy, because I'm fortunate to work within a very strong and well-coordinated Rector’s Board, and I also receive daily support from many people from various university units. 
    In a nutshell, I work for the #UniLodz community.

    IT, STAFF, PROJECTS FROM A TO Z 
    I have been working in various areas of the IT industry with a focus on customer cooperation and creative problem solving since 2007. I have held the position of Deputy Head of the IT Centre since 2014. Moreover, in the years 2022-2024, as the Rector's Representative for the Development of the University's IT and communication systems, I was also responsible for, among other things, the analysis of the university's needs in the development of the IT and communication system and their implementation.
    In the IT Centre we have created our own systems: HR and payroll for the Rector’s Office, the University of Lodz Employee Service (an advanced HCM solution combining traditional HR information with an intranet module supporting communication and an extensive system for the circulation of fully electronic documents) and mobile applications for students, graduates and employees.
    Initiating ideas, building concepts and finally giving them shape is something that has always driven me. I can proudly describe myself, and above all the entire team of the IT Centre, as the originators and creators of the Mobile USOS application currently used nationwide.
    Managing projects and a team of around 50 people made up of a wide range of specialists allowed me to get to know our university in depth, and also provided me with experience in the most difficult and important area – supporting the needs and tasks of our community. Additionally, my position as an Assistant at the Sub-department of IT Management and IT Services Development at the Faculty of Management has helped me get familiar with many perspectives of the University of Lodz operation.

    CURIOSITY ABOUT THE WORLD AND PEOPLE
    I believe that looking ahead boldly, making sometimes difficult decisions and broad cooperation allow us to achieve the most difficult goals! In my actions, I am ambitious, creative and focused on achieving common benefits for the entire university. The experience I have gained over the years at the university allows me not only to make quick decisions but also, most importantly, to understand the needs of our community. 

    LIFE OUTSIDE WORK 
    I love traveling, discovering new places, meeting new people and getting to know their perspectives. Thanks to this, I can constantly develop and boldly approach new challenges – those technical, business and organisational ones.   

    My profile on the website of the University of Lodz. 

    Competences of the Chancellor

    As Chancellor of the University of Lodz, I coordinate administrative processes and support directors and heads in managing individual units. My duties include, in particular:   

    • ensuring the efficient operation of the University of Lodz administration and infrastructure;
    • ensuring efficient internal and external communication;
    • supervising financial management and assets of the University of Lodz;
    • developing a strategy for the University of Lodz infrastructure development;
    • supervising computerisation and digital security of the University of Lodz;
    • supervising IT systems and databases;
    • cooperating with state administration bodies in the field of investment and development of the University of Lodz;
    • developing and implementing risk and security management policies;
    • supervising recruitment and development processes of administrative staff;
    • cooperating with individual university units in  grants and funds management;
    • coordinating activities aimed at increasing the operational efficiency of the University of Lodz;
    • implementing innovative technological solutions to improve the work of administration;
    • representing the University of Lodz  with external service providers and business partners;
    • management and administration of the University of Lodz property, property security, planning and implementation of investments, renovations and proper operation, maintenance and repair of buildings, structures and other equipment, energy management, transport;
    • matters  related to the assigned scope of competences or ordered by the Rector of the University of Lodz.  
    Office Hours

    Available with no set hours; appointments arranged via the secretary's office.

     

    Secretariat

    Justyna Meksa
    Ewelina Olczak
    E-mail: kanclerz@uni.lodz.pl
    Phone number: 42 635 40 00
    Narutowicza 68, room No.101

    Deputy Chancellor of the University of Lodz

    Anna Rolczak

     

    Anna Rolczak - zastępczyni kanclerza

    I've been exploring the University of Lodz for many years, and that's quite a journey, encompassing almost every level of my career at this institution. I studied at two faculties of #UniLodz – Law and Administration and Philology. I also started working in university administration at the Faculty of Law and Administration. I have supplemented my professional experience in communications with a MA degree at Clark University, and later, postgraduate studies in service design at the School of Forms. I have also completed MBA studies at the Faculty of Management, University of Lodz. 
    I headed the Communications and PR Centre (formerly the Promotion Centre) since 2016, where, together with my team, we consolidated the university’s communication and were responsible for, among other things, managing the University of Lodz’s communication on social media profiles as well as for contacts with local and national media. We helped popularise science and promote research results. We presented the success stories and achievements of students, doctoral students, scientific groups, scientists, research teams and administrative staff, and supported the university’s social responsibility and pro-ecological activities. We were responsible for internal, external and visual communication. During this time, I also personally oversaw the challenging process of introducing a new website, combined with the unification of all university units within this space. 
    Thanks to all these stages, I have gained experience that allow me to understand not only the processes taking place within our institution but also, most importantly, the needs of our community. 
    I am involved in the work of the team responsible for communication at the European University of Post-Industrial Cities (UNIC), and I am also a member of Stowarzyszenie PR i Promocji Uczelni Polskich "PRom" (since October 2022 I have been the Vice-President of the association) and the European Association of Communication Professionals in Higher Education "EUPRIO", as a representative of the University of Lodz (since August 2022 in the steering committee, as a national deputy representative). 

    TRUTH AND FREEDOM!
    I am independent and ambitious and not afraid of challenges. I can quickly adapt to new conditions and tasks. I believe that teamwork is the key to the success of any community.   
    Professionally, I am particularly interested in: service design, human centred design, design management, strategic consulting, branding, visual identification systems and corporate communication.  

    LIFE OUTSIDE WORK 
    An enthusiast of people, religions, cultures and the world. A vegan – out of love for animals, but also out of an equally great love for vegan cuisine. 
    Briefly about myself – an enthusiast of people, religions, cultures and the world. I always look for opportunities to delve deeper, especially in the areas I don't understand – I never grew out of asking everyone "why?"   
    I read and listen a lot. To recharge my batteries I need frequent city breaks (preferably in the north – I definitely prefer cold to hot). I find myself well in all circumstances – I like both jazz and classical, but also techno music.  

    My profile on the website of the University of Lodz. 

    Competences of the Deputy Chancellor

    As Deputy Chancellor of the University of Lodz, I coordinate administrative processes and support directors and heads in managing individual units, as well as the Chancellor of the University of Lodz in these activities.  

    Due to many years of experience in the field of PR and marketing of universities, I am particularly close to the areas related to:  

    • ensuring efficient internal and external communication;
    • ensuring coherent visual communication of the University of Lodz, taking care of the university’s image;
    • promoting key areas of research and cooperation with the socio-cultural environment;
    • promoting science and education among the local, regional and international community;
    • implementing policies and operation of teams working for gender equality and sustainable development.   

     My additional duties include:   

    • ensuring the efficient operation of the University of Lodz administration and infrastructure;
    • supervising financial management and assets of the University of Lodz;
    • developing a strategy for the University of Lodz infrastructure development;
    • developing and implementing risk and security management policies;
    • supervising recruitment and development processes of administrative staff;
    • cooperating with individual university units in  grants and funds management;
    • coordinating activities aimed at increasing the operational efficiency of the University of Lodz;
    • implementing innovative technological solutions to improve the work of administration;
    • representing the University of Lodz in contacts with external service providers and business partners.  
    Office Hours

    Available with no set hours; appointments arranged via the secretary's office.

    Secretariat

    Justyna Meksa
    Ewelina Olczak
    E-mail: kanclerz@uni.lodz.pl
    Phone number: 42 635 40 00
    Narutowicza 68, room No.101

    Bursar of the University of Lodz

    Dr hab. Michał Mackiewicz, Associate Professor at the University of Lodz

     

    dr hab. Michał Mackiewicz, prof. UŁ

    I have been combining practice and theory since the beginning of my career. Before practising science, I worked twice as an adviser to the Minister at the Ministry of Finance. My penchant for the finances of large institutions has shaped my interests. I defended my doctoral dissertation on the use of rules versus discretion in fiscal policy in 2006. Six years later I obtained a postdoctoral degree, also researching the topic of state finances.   
    Next to science there has always been practice. In the meantime, I founded and ran several companies, including a market research agency, a large company dealing with the preparation and implementation of European projects, a private nursery, a software company and a manufacturer of telephone gadgets. I am also an active real estate investor. I shared my experiences on a blog dedicated to running businesses and investing. From 2016 to 2024, I also combined my academic interests in finance and management experience by serving as Vice-Dean of Finance at the Faculty of Economics and Sociology.    

    FINANCES ARE NOT THE MOST IMPORTANT THING  
    I always base my financial management activities on the assumption that money cannot be the most important thing. Money is like the bloodstream in the human body: it remains essential, but after all, the purpose of human life is not to pump blood. Similarly, the good financial situation of both the university and each faculty should only be a background phenomenon. It is intended to enable the realisation of high-quality teaching and interesting learning but is by no means a goal in itself.   
    In financial management, I believe in rules, which I already dealt with scientifically at a doctoral level. I feel convinced that every zloty at our disposal should be spent in a predictable way, according to the rules that are known to everyone in advance and that are the same for everyone.   

    LIFE OUTSIDE WORK 
    I try to find a good balance between work and leisure time. I hike a lot in the mountains; my wife and I know each other from the Student Science Club of Beskid Guides. Additionally, I am a passionate reader of detective stories and popular science books, especially on history and the development of civilisation. 

    My profile on the website of the University of Lodz.

    Competences of the Bursar

    Competences of the Bursar: 

    • strategic financial management of the university,
    • supporting the Rector, Vice-Rectors and Chancellors in making financial decisions,
    • cooperating with and supporting the faculty authorities in financial management at the faculty level,
    • cooperating with the bursars in the financial management of the university,
    • supervising the operation of the financial information systems,
    • supervising accounting procedures at the university,
    • educational and information activities in the field of university finances,
    • supervising the preparation of the university budget and sub-budgets,
    • supervising preparation of internal legislation concerning the university finances,
    • ensuring a safe financial result, enabling the long-term implementation of the university's goals. 
    Office Hours

    Mondays: 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., the University of Lodz Rector’s Office building, room No. 101

    Secretariat

    Justyna Meksa
    Ewelina Olczak
    E-mail: kwestor@uni.lodz.pl 
    Telefon: 42 635 40 00
    ul. Narutowicza 68, pok. nr 101