Why Do We Smile? The University of Lodz Expert on World Smile Day
Why do we smile? The simplest answer is to cooperate and increase the chances of survival. It seems that in the process of evolution, those who quickly and easily inspire trust and a sense of security…
"Wystudiowane w Łodzi" – Science and Art with Passion and Human Face
They have graduated from various study programmes and universities – from biotechnology and nuclear physics, through emergency medical services, to philosophy, scenography and music. Their careers are…
"DOGSPECTIVE" – Scientifically and Artistically about Dogs
We are launching a scientific and artistic project "PIESPEKTYWA" (DOGSPECTIVE), which focuses on dogs and their relationships with humans in October. It will be a real treat for all lovers of our…
On Time Without Transience: Language and Philosophy – Open Lecture by Prof. Katarzyna Jaszczołt from the University of Cambridge
In Cambridge, there's an extraordinary clock on which a giant insect devours seconds one by one. It is called Chronophage – "time devourer" – and it's a perfect starting point for reflection on what…
Openness, Cooperation and Popularisation – UniLodz and ŁPA Universities Inaugurate the New Academic Year
The University of Lodz, one of the largest and most important universities in Poland, begins the academic year 2025/2026 together with other public higher education institutions associated with the…
Ready, Steady, Go! Test Yourself in the Lumumby Run
The University of Lodz Campus Council together with the University of Lodz Student Dormitories are pleased to invite you to take part in a unique race organised as part of our university's 80th…
UniLodz Drives Science – 3rd Lodz Night of Scientists at EC1
How can we use DNA testing to determine the sex of birds? Are there amphibians in Lodz and why should they be protected? How do we observe extreme places in the universe? True or false? Debunk! How to…
Who and Where Decides on Hotel Prices: Are We Facing a Battle with AI for the Tourist Space?
Advances in Artificial Intelligence are one of today's most important challenges. AI is increasingly influencing various aspects of everyday life, and hotel operations are no exception. It is…
"Powitalia at Lumumbowo" – We Are Starting the New Academic Year Together!
UniLodz is a young, open and supportive community – we connect people, ideas and passions, not just in the lecture hall. That's why, together with the University of Lodz Student Government Council,…
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Create an anniversary video gallery with us
This year we are celebrating the 25th anniversary of our Faculty.
Intervention Installation About the Suicidal Crisis – "Centripetal Space" at the "Man in Danger" Media Festival
Marta Nowacka's intervention art installation, "Centripetal Space," will open at the Film Museum in Lodz on Thursday, 16 October at 4:00 p.m. This event accompanies the Man in Danger Media Festival,…
Free 3-Day Pass to the Freedom Games 2025? Register Today!
At the University of Lodz we understand that knowledge only truly matters when it's shared, which is why we're a content-related partner of this year's Freedom Games, the largest festival of ideas in…
Student ID on Your Phone? Order and Use It!
The standard form of student ID at every university used to be the plastic ELS card. However, students will now be able to store their documents on their smartphones, thanks to mLegitymacja.
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Ceremonial Inauguration of the 2025/2026 Academic Year
The Dean and the Council of the Faculty of International and Political Studies of the University of Lodz are honored to invite for the ceremonial inauguration of the 2025/2026 academic year
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Obituary of prof. Maria Łukowska
It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of our colleague, Prof. Maria Łukowska, PhD, a long-time employee of the Department of British Studies and Commonwealth Countries at the Faculty of…
Controversies in Modern Pop Culture – Dr Bartosz Filip Malinowski
Whether it's a black samurai or a "modernised" Snow White, filmmakers are increasingly turning to unconventional casting, sparking debates about representation, authenticity and political correctness.…
Ecological Footprint: How Do Our Choices Impact the Planet? – Dr Aleksandra Ziemińska-Stolarska
Every day, each of us leaves a mark on the planet. However, it's not always a smile for another person, a card with a kind word or a cup of brewed coffee for a customer. Our presence impacts not only…
Geometry of Space-Time – Dr Tomasz Miller
Did Albert Einstein really create the theory of relativity without a solid understanding of mathematics? Why is it impossible to escape from a black hole? What is space from the perspective of…
Lodz Has Its Own Full Monograph! Premiere of Vol 5, Authored by UniLodz Scientists
Five hefty volumes, nearly 3,400 pages and over a hundred dedicated University of Lodz scholars representing various disciplines: historians, archaeologists, art historians, linguists, sociologists,…
Hybrid Training on Entrepreneurship for Doctoral Candidates
We encourage doctoral candidates to participate in "A2EI – Academia to Entrepreneurial Impact," i.e. a UNIC training programme designed to provide knowledge and skills in entrepreneurship. Whether…
UniLodz Scientist at the International Conference on Sociology of Sport
Dr Michał Kobierecki (Faculty of International and Political Studies) participated in the 21st European Conference for the Sociology of Sport, entitled "Sport and the World in Crisis: Challenges and…
Project by the Faculty of International and Political Studies Employees Selected in ScienceHub Contest – UNIC Edition
We are pleased to announce that the project "Resonant Cities: Listening Together to Post-Industrial Pasts and Sonic Futures" by the employees of the University of Lodz Faculty of International and…
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25th Anniversary of the Faculty
This year, the Faculty of International and Political Studies at the University of Łódź is celebrating its 25th Anniversary. This event is significant for our Community.
UniLodz Students at the Summer School in Zagreb
Three students from our university received scholarships to participate in the summer school "Law, Society, and Crises of Democracy in the 21st Century," organised by the University of Zagreb…
Research Trips to UNIC Partner Universities – 2nd Call
Researchers working at the University of Lodz (employed under an employment contract) can take advantage of the mobility opportunities at universities that are members of the UNIC Alliance. The aim of…
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Results of the supplementary selection process in the Science Hub UniLodz program - UNIC edition
As part of the supplementary call for proposals in the Science Hub UniLodz - UNIC edition, held from June 23 to 29, 2025, the selection committee decided to support six more research and application…
Support for Those Experiencing Discrimination – "Equal Opportunities Equal Development for the Lodz Voivodeship"
Academic community is not only a place for acquiring knowledge, but also a space where everyone should feel respected and supported. Our university actively promotes gender equality and fosters a…
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Information for students going on Erasmus+ in the winter semester 2025/2026
We would like to kindly inform you that e-mail office hours for students going on Erasmus+ in the winter semester 2025/2026 have been designated on individual days and hours: 02.07; 10.07; 13.08;…
Invitation to the Virtual International Program at Justus Liebig Universität in Giessen
Justus Liebig University in Giessen (Germany) announces recruitment for the Virtual International Program (VIP) for the winter semester 2025/26. The VIP program is addressed to students interested in…
What Is the Legal Situation of LGBT People?
US police raided the Stonewall Inn, a popular gay bar in Greenwich Village, Manhattan on 28 June 1969. At that time, services regularly raided such places and made violent arrests. This event was the…
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[IGF] The WSIS+20 Opportunity: Meeting the Promise of the Tunis Agenda with Future-Proof Internet Governance
As questions arise about the ITU World Summit of the Information Society and the UN Internet governance framework, we offer constructive, research-based insights. Supported by the Internet Society…
"Stories of the Community". Opening of the Exhibition Is Taking Place Today!
University of Lodz is people, their stories and memories. The community of our university is made up of those who study, work and those who have already left the university. There is one more word –…
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Conference Political Order in the Balkans – Stabilizing and Destabilizing Factors
Faculty of International and Political Studies, Jagiellonian University; University of Lodz Science and Research Centre “The Balkans at the turn of the 20th/21st Century”; Department of Contemporary…
Outstanding and Committed – UniLodz Medals for Students and Doctoral Students
The Senate of the University of Lodz awarded students and doctoral students with the "Universitas Lodziensis AlumnoLaude Dignissimo" medals for their consistent commitment to building our academic…
UNIC Online Open Courses in the winter semester 2025/2026
Are you a UniLodz student willing to take advantage of the UNIC Online Open Courses' offer? We have great news for you! :)
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Training "Teamwork in a Professional Environment" – Developing Soft Skills for Effective Teamwork
On 2 July 2025, the training session "Teamwork in a Professional Environment" will take place, focusing on the development of soft skills related to teamwork. The event is organised for academic and…
"Talking about Sex? Who Needs It?" – Discussion during the Ravekjavik Zen Festival
A discussion "Talking about sex? Who needs it?", which will concern positive sexuality – what it is and how knowledge about it should be conveyed will take place on Saturday (14 June) at 4:00 p.m.…
Pilot Study on Intercultural Education in Lahore and Surrounding Villages of Punjab Province, Pakistan
Dr Maria Eleonora Hebisz from the Department of Latin American and Comparative Studies at the Faculty of International and Political Studies at the University of Lodz conducted pilot studies on…
Talking Science 2025 – Chance for Brave Students and Doctoral Students
The final of the Talking Science competition – a unique event promoting science and research curiosity among students and doctoral students – will take place at the Council Room of the Faculty of Law…
Green Up, or on the Importance of Trees in Cities
More than 50% of the world's population lives in cities, in Europe this indicator is even higher and reaches 75%. Living in a city is associated with many benefits – easy and quick access to…
