Kozminski University for Warsaw

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Kozminski University for Warsaw 

Students, faculty and staff of Kozminski University are part of the Warsaw community. They help shape the city and are committed to supporting the region’s development and the common good. 

That is why cooperation with the City of Warsaw and its institutions is a strategic priority for the University. We work together in research and evidence-based policymaking, as well as in broadly understood education. Kozminski University supports municipal programmes and initiatives and launches its own projects designed to benefit residents, the environment and the city’s infrastructure. 

In recognition of Kozminski University’s overall contribution to Warsaw, the City Authorities awarded the University the City of Warsaw Award in August 2023. 

The University has also received the “Partner for the Climate” certificate, acknowledging its environmental efforts and eco-friendly initiatives on campus. These include everyday actions such as using photovoltaic panels and reducing paper printing, as well as broader engagement in education and public debate on climate protection. 

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PROJECTS AND INITIATIVES WITH THE CITY OF WARSAW AND LOCAL PARTNERS

Warsaw Metropolitan Development Strategy 2040 

Kozminski University scholars – Prof. Izabela Grabowska, Dr Agata Jastrzębowska, Dr Olha Zadorozhna, Dr Agata Dembek and Dr Dominika Wojtowicz – joined the group of experts contributing to the “Warsaw Metropolitan Development Strategy 2040.” They participate in thematic working groups: “A Metropolis Open to People” and “A Sustainable Metropolis.”  More information

Warsaw Talent Cluster 

The project is implemented by the Centre for Research on Social Change and Mobility at Kozminski University for the Strategy and Analyses Office of the City of Warsaw. Its aim is to identify migration corridors and patterns among highly skilled workers currently living in Warsaw, as well as to understand the retention of international students and highly skilled migrant professionals. More information

 

Talent in the Warsaw Labour Market 

As part of the Warsaw Talent Cluster, the City of Warsaw published “Warsaw. Talent and the Labour Market” (2024), addressed to foreign investors and international residents. Kozminski University is a content partner of the publication, and our researchers authored an expert piece titled “Migration Skill Corridors to Warsaw from Eastern Europe and Asia.” More information

Cooperation with the Regional Centre of Expertise on Education for Sustainable Development 

This partnership aims to build bridges between academic research and practical solutions to sustainability challenges in the Warsaw metropolitan area. 

Warsaw Entrepreneurship Forum

The project’s objective was to build a network of entrepreneurs from six Warsaw districts (Ochota, Praga Południe, Targówek, Ursynów, Wilanów and Wola), create an effective communication channel, and develop new models of cooperation between district-level local government units and small and medium-sized local businesses. 

Warsaw: A capital of ambitious business 

The initiative comprised two complementary modules. Kozminski University delivered a training module for Warsaw residents planning to start a business, including workshops and consultations in both one-to-one advisory and group formats. The City of Warsaw implemented a parallel module focused on promoting entrepreneurship and self-employment, including providing free information on business development and on setting up and running a company in Warsaw. More information

Leader of Change: Transnational Cooperation as an Investment in Better Public Services 

A project delivered by the Mazovian Unit for the Implementation of EU Programmes (MJWPU) together with Kozminski University. The project included an institutional audit, staff training for MJWPU and the development of an IN PLUS cooperation model with beneficiaries. The starting point for the project design and implementation was the experience of the Swedish ESF Council. More information

“Warsaw – A Guide for Migrant Women” 

A unique publication developed under the patronage of Prof. Izabela Grabowska (Department of Economics, Kozminski University) to support women arriving in Warsaw. The guide helps organise everyday life in a new city – from finding housing and searching for work to spending free time. It also helps readers understand regulations and civic responsibilities. The project was commissioned by the City Office and delivered by the EGO – Evaluation for Government Organizations team. More information

Wars and Sawa Play Chess

As part of improving pedagogical methods, Polish schools introduced chess classes as a thoughtful complement to the national core curriculum. The project “Wars and Sawa Play Chess” was implemented by the City of Warsaw in cooperation with Kozminski University, the Education Office (WCIES), the Sports and Recreation Office and the Polish Chess Federation. Kozminski University provided diagnostic tools necessary to study the impact of chess on children’s competencies. The evaluation considered multiple dimensions of cognitive development, including creative problem solving, ability to focus, development of extracurricular interests and academic performance. 

CONFERENCES ON REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Mazovia Development Forum 

The faculty of Kozminski University take part in the discussion on the future of Warsaw and Mazovia during the annual Mazovia Development Forum, the most important event dedicated to European funds in the region. 

 

Mazovia Circular Congress 

Prof. Bolesław Rok, Director of the Centre for Positive Impact Entrepreneurship Research at Kozminski University, moderated the discussion “Circular Economy in Regional Policy” with the participation of six ambassadors – Finland, Switzerland, Norway, Austria, the Kingdom of the Netherlands and Sweden – in Poland, on the implementation of solutions supportive of the circular economy as part of Mazovia Circular Congress 2020. 

Transport Ideathon for Warsaw 

Kozminski University became a patron of the Transport Ideathon 2021, during which participants, under the guidance of invited experts, searched for solutions for urban transport in Warsaw, which had been affected by the pandemic. The task of the participants was to develop solutions that were intended not only to improve public transport, but also to enhance its safety and thus help restore trust in it. 

The event was organised by the Miasto Jest Nasze Association, Venture Cafe Warsaw and the Design Thinking Institute. 

Forum Rozwoju Mazowsza
Mazovia Development Forum 2023 – link to the panel “Sustainable economy or innovations without borders?” featuring Kozminski University Rector Prof. Grzegorz Mazurek
Mazovia Circular Congress – link to the panel “Circular Economy in Regional Policy”, moderated by Prof. Bolesław Rok, Director of the Centre for Ethics and Social Innovation at Kozminski University
Transport Ideathon for Warsaw – more information
Konferencja

AI and entrepreneurship – key competencies of the future

Kozminski University and the Warsaw Centre for Educational and Social Innovation and Training organised a free conference in March 2024 devoted to the development of artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship in the education of young people.
The conference was addressed to principals of schools and educational institutions from Warsaw and the surrounding area. During the conference, Kozminski University specialists talked about how to inspire young people and encourage them towards entrepreneurship. Topics related to the use of artificial intelligence in working with young people were also discussed. An additional attraction was a demonstration of the use of virtual reality technology during classes with students.

Cooperation with the Warsaw Students’ Rights Ombudsman

The Warsaw Students’ Rights Ombudsman, operating within the City of Warsaw Office, and Kozminski University signed an agreement under which they will provide even greater support to students from Warsaw schools facing difficulties. 

The Warsaw Students’ Rights Ombudsman works closely with the University’s Student Legal Clinic, to which students seeking help as well as student rights ombudsmen are referred. The Clinic provides them with free legal information and advice. Support may also be used by representatives of public authorities focused on social assistance or the protection of human rights. 

 

The Warsaw Students’ Rights Ombudsman will also involve the Student Legal Clinic in other activities supporting students in their legal education. 

The agreement was signed by Ms Renata Kaznowska – Deputy Mayor of the Capital City of Warsaw, Mr Damian Jaworek – Warsaw Students’ Rights Ombudsman, and Prof. Grzegorz Mazurek – Rector of Kozminski University. The meeting was also attended by Dr Mateusz Woiński – Supervisor of the Student Legal Clinic at Kozminski University, the Rector’s Representative for cooperation with secondary schools, Ms Karolina Malczyk – Director of the Warsaw Centre for Educational and Social Innovation and Training, and Mr Andrzej Suchenek – Head of the Educational Communication Team at the Education Office of the City of Warsaw. 

 

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Konferencja

University of the Third Age and student volunteering

Kozminski University joined forces with the Praga-Północ District Office of the Capital City of Warsaw to jointly create the first Praga University of the Third Age. As part of the cooperation, the University’s lecturers provided seniors with interdisciplinary knowledge and enabled the development of skills in various areas, including psychology, economics and IT.
During the pandemic, University students engaged in volunteering for the Warsaw Family Assistance Center, helping high school graduates prepare for the mathematics and English exams. The support covered people who could not afford remedial classes in the form of paid tutoring, and who needed additional support and assistance during remote learning.

Research and projects of the University related to local issues

Smart City Index

Prof. Dorota Dobija from the Department of Accounting and Corporate Governance at Kozminski University is a co-author of a study on the public values of “smart” projects. It was carried out in Kraków and Warsaw, two Polish cities that were included in the “Smart City Index 2023”. It is commonly assumed that a smart city is a concept of a city that uses innovative technological solutions, such as city bike stations, electric buses or air pollution monitoring boards, to improve the quality of life of residents. It is worth asking whether initiatives created by cities truly align with what residents expect. More information

Regional foresight for higher education institutions of Warsaw and Mazovia  

Institutions associated within the initiative developed models of the evolution of higher education institutions within the Mazowieckie Voivodeship by 2030, intended to contribute to efficient operation of scientific institutions in changing market conditions. The result of the undertaken activities was the identification of strategic fields of academic education for the needs of a knowledge-based economy in four areas: technology, biology, social sciences and humanities. 

Entrepreneurship in creative sectors 

The main objective of the project was to facilitate the launch and running of businesses for one hundred people wishing to start a business in the Warsaw Metropolitan Area. The newly established enterprises linked their activities with industries belonging to the creative sectors. The project assumed business activation of, among others, graduates of art schools, people with disabilities and people over 45 years of age. The objective was implemented through training, specialist advisory services and capital support. 

Publication “Long-standing companies of Warsaw” 

Dr Anna Pikos and Dr Tomasz Olejniczak from the Department of Management at Kozminski University prepared a report titled “Long-lived companies of Warsaw”. The publication is inspired by social actions organised by Warsaw residents to save small and medium-sized Warsaw companies. Under the influence of these actions, the authors decided to develop a list of pre-war small and medium-sized enterprises that could help Warsaw residents discover and support them.  More information

Poland, Warsaw, Kozminski – a place of opportunity! 

As part of a project financed by the Polish National Agency for Academic Exchange, a series of 4 promotional videos was created presenting the advantages of Poland, Warsaw and Kozminski University as an attractive place to study and to start or continue a professional career. Link to the videos 

UNIVERSITY ACTIVITIES FOR WARSAW AND ITS RESIDENTS

Partner programme for secondary schools Kozminski@TopHighSchool 

Schools that want to establish close cooperation with the University can join the partner programme. The aim of Kozminski@TopHighSchool is primarily to disseminate knowledge and develop young people’s competencies with the participation of academic staff. The programme is addressed to teachers, educators and school principals not only from Warsaw and the surrounding area, but from all over Poland. 

As part of the cooperation, the University offers, among others, lectures and workshops conducted by teaching staff and students (on various topics, in Polish or English), participation of schools in events, conferences, debates and other initiatives organised on the University campus, as well as cooperation with the Career Office. 

More information

Classes for pupils, students and all interested persons 

University lecturers conduct publicly available, free classes in Polish and English on a variety of topics, delivered on-site or online, including classes for secondary school students aimed at providing them with daily support in preparing for the matura and other exams: 

  • WOS online at Kozminski 
  • “Pass the English matura with 100% with Kozminski” 
  • Lectures of the Student Legal Clinic 
  • Career planning workshops 
  • Classes for teachers 

Classes for teachers  

The University also offers classes for teachers on currently discussed issues, legal matters, as well as classes around wellbeing. 

Studenci na zajęciach

Fundraising for a ventilator for Praga Hospital 

To express solidarity and appreciation for the exceptionally difficult and responsible work of all healthcare workers during the pandemic, the Kozminski Foundation organised a fundraiser for a ventilator for the Praga Hospital of the Transfiguration of the Lord in Warsaw. The fundraiser was a success – in October 2020 the device was delivered to the hospital and on the very first day helped save a patient’s life.  More on FB

Action #GOTOWIDOPOMOCY 

The University community joined the #GOTOWIDOPOMOCY action, initiated by Legia Warszawa, which aimed to provide comprehensive support to Warsaw seniors. Activities supporting the oldest residents during the difficult pandemic period could be joined through direct material support: donating products such as food, sanitary, hygiene and medical supplies, preparing or financing fresh meals, or joining volunteering. University representatives, among others, did shopping and delivered lunches. More on FB

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PARTICIPATION IN AND SUPPORT FOR SCIENTIFIC AND CULTURAL EVENTS

Science Festival 

As a co-organiser of an event in which nearly 100 scientific, cultural and public and private institutions have been involved every year for many years, the University prepares festival lessons and open classes online and offline. Their topics address current issues related to new technologies, innovation in business, entrepreneurship and global changes in the lifestyle of modern people.  More about the latest edition of the Festival on the Academy's Facebook page

Partnerships and patronage in projects of Warsaw secondary schools: 

Science and career

  • Future fairs – 9th Upper Secondary School (IX Liceum Ogólnokształcące) named after Klementyna Hoffmanowa 
  • Career pre-orientation day – 7th Upper Secondary School (VII Liceum Ogólnokształcące) named after Juliusz Słowacki 
  • Entrepreneurship training ground – 64th Upper Secondary School (LXIV Liceum Ogólnokształcące) named after Stanisław Ignacy Witkiewicz 
  • Career Days – 34th Upper Secondary School with Bilingual Classes named after Miguel de Cervantes 
  • Science Festival at “Prus” – 35th Upper Secondary School with Bilingual Classes named after Bolesław Prus 
  • TEDxYouth@2SLO event – 2nd Social Upper Secondary School with International Classes named after P. Jasienica STO 

MUN – simulations of UN sessions 

  • BatMUN Model United Nations – 2nd Upper Secondary School with Bilingual Classes named after Stefan Batory 
  • JASMUN – Jasienica Model United Nations – 2nd Social Upper Secondary School with International Classes named after P. Jasienica STO 
  • Copernicus Model United Nations 2023 – 33rd Bilingual Upper Secondary School named after Nicolaus Copernicus 
  • Raszyńska Model United Nations – 1st Social Upper Secondary School with International Classes named after Maharaja Jam Saheba Digvijay Sinhji 
  • HoffMUN – 9th Upper Secondary School named after Klementyna Hoffmanowa 
  • LeoMUN – 27th Upper Secondary School named after Tadeusz Czacki, 14th Upper Secondary School named after Stanisław Staszic in Warsaw, 2nd Upper Secondary School with Bilingual Classes named after Stefan Batory 
More about MUN events on the Academy's Facebook page
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Cultural events 

  • UFO Unikatowy Festiwal Offowy – 2nd Upper Secondary School with Bilingual Classes named after Stefan Batory 
  • Fresh Form Film Festival – 37th Upper Secondary School named after Jarosław Dąbrowski 
  • Festival of High School and Middle School Youth Films – 86th Upper Secondary School named after the “Zośka” Battalion 

ORGANISATION OF SPORTS EVENTS AND PATRONAGE

Koźmiński Trio Basket

Kozminski Trio Basket is a 3×3 basketball tournament organised in a sports hall for male and female secondary school students from Warsaw and the surrounding area. The best players receive an admission certificate to Kozminski University, the Rector’s scholarship and material prizes. In 2024, the 20th edition of the Tournament took place. More information on triobasket.pl.  

Biegnij Warszawo

Recognising the importance of sport, the University has taken patronage over the annual 10 km road race Biegnij Warszawo. It is a great opportunity to combine academic aspirations with a passion for sport and a healthy lifestyle. More on FB

Praski Półmaraton/Praska Piątka

The University is an academic partner of the Night Praga Half Marathon/Praga Five. The Praga Half Marathon is a unique run that reveals the charms of one of the most picturesque areas of Warsaw – Praga Południe.  More on FB

Triobasket 2024

Watch the films - Kozminski Trio Basket 2024 and 2023

Sports bridge congress 

At Kozminski University, one stage of the bridge congress takes place – the Warsaw Grand Prix named after Jan Romański. The organiser of the tournament is the Polish Bridge Sports Association. In addition, the University together with WawaBrydż organises open tournaments and bridge lessons for beginners.   

Construction of a sports hall 

Kozminski University plans to implement a project concerning the construction of a hall on the University campus, co-financed from the funds of the Ministry of Sport and Tourism under the programme INVESTMENTS OF SPECIAL SIGNIFICANCE FOR SPORT – 2024 edition. 

The aim of the programme is to develop the base of sports facilities serving Polish sport, providing appropriate conditions for the training and practice of athletes, preparing staff and organising competitions. The subject of the investment is the sports hall building together with land development on the campus of Kozminski University. In April 2024, public consultations have already taken place.