Politechnika Koszalińska

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The university was established - in accordance with the Regulation of the Council of Ministers dated June 8, 1968 - as the Higher School of Engineering in Koszalin and was located on Racławicka Street. The first rector of the university was associate professor Jerzy Smoleński. The first entrance exams took place on July 2, and the first academic year inauguration - on October 5, 1968. At that time, the university had two faculties: Civil Engineering - with the dean associate professor Leopold Jastrzębski, PhD., and Mechanical - with the dean associate professor Jerzy Białkowski PhD.,

In the academic year 1968/69, 125 people started their studies full-time and 60 started their evening studies at the Higher School of Engineering. At that time, the teaching staff consisted of 17 employees, including one full professor, four associate professors, and two doctors. Education was conducted in 12 engineering specializations. The second academic year 1969/70 began with 493 people, 335 of whom passed the exams for the first year. The first graduates - engineers - completed their studies in 1972. Over the following years, both the number of teaching staff and students steadily increased, the university expanded its activities, and its employees achieved additional degrees and academic titles.

in 1972, master's studies were introduced
in the academic year 1973/74, 1577 students started their studies, learning in five majors: civil engineering, environmental engineering, materials engineering, mechanics, and manufacturing engineering
in 1974, five institutes were established: Civil Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Materials Engineering, Construction and Operation of Machines, Manufacturing Techniques; the first university employee obtained a doctorate
in 1977, the first university employee obtained a habilitation degree
in the tenth academic year 1977/78, over 2600 people started their studies at the Higher School of Engineering. 1621 studied full-time, 836 - part-time, and 159 - in the evening
in 1978, the first university employee obtained the title of professor
in 1982, the previous institutes were merged into faculties: Civil and Sanitary Engineering, and Mechanical
in 1987, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering obtained the right to grant doctoral degrees in the discipline of construction and operation of machines
in 1988, the field of study Technical Education was created
in 1989, the field of study Electronics and Telecommunications was created
in 1990, the Teachers' College of English Language was established
in 1993, the first doctoral degree was awarded at the university; the study program of Management and Marketing was created
in 1994, the study programs of Economics and Automation and Robotics were established
in 1995, the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Sanitary Engineering obtained the right to grant doctoral degrees in the discipline of construction
by the Act of July 4, 1996, the Sejm of the Republic of Poland decided that from September 1, 1996, the current name of the university is replaced by the name Koszalin University of Technology
in 1996, the study programs of Agricultural and Forestry Technology, Informatics, and Design were established
in 1997, the Institute of Electronics was transformed into the Faculty of Electronics
in 1998, the Faculty of Electronics obtained the right to grant doctoral degrees in the discipline of electronics
in 1999, the Institute of Management and Marketing was transformed into the Faculty of Economics and Management
in 2000, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering obtained the right to grant the degree of habilitated doctor in the discipline of construction and operation of machines and at the same time obtained the right to award the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology

In 2001:

the field of study Geodesy and Cartography was established
the first person in the history of the university was awarded a habilitated doctor degree in technical sciences in the discipline of construction and operation of machines

In 2002

the procedures for awarding the titles of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Romano Prodi and prof. Jan Kaczmarek were initiated and completed
the 35th academic year 2002/2003 began with 18,500 students studying full-time, part-time, in the evening, and doctoral studies. They studied in 11 majors and 58 specializations, as well as at the Teacher's College of English Language

In 2003:

on May 27, the ceremony of awarding the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Jan Kaczmarek took place

In 2004:

The Faculty of Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering obtained the right to grant a doctoral degree in technical sciences in the discipline of Environmental Engineering
the major Design was separated from the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and located in the newly established Institute of Design
the major German Philology was established in the newly established Institute of Neophilology and European Studies
the procedures for awarding the titles of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Pierre Marche and prof. Henryk Hawrylak were initiated

In 2005:

on May 6, the ceremony of awarding the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Henryk Hawrylak took place
on June 8, the ceremony of awarding the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Pierre Marche took place
on June 8, the 37th anniversary of the Koszalin University of Technology took place
the symbolic transfer of power to the elected rector, prof. Tomasz Krzyżyński, took place

In 2006:

on October 26, 2006, the ceremony of awarding the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Józef Grochowicz took place
adoption of a new statute of the Koszalin University of Technology by the Senate and its entry into force

In 2007:

establishment of new majors: Journalism and Social Communication, European Studies, Finance and Accounting, Mechatronics, Materials Engineering
establishment of the Institute of Mechatronics, Nanotechnology and Vacuum Techniques
transformation of the Institute of Neophilology and European Studies into the Institute of Neophilology and Social Communication
establishment of the Institute of Social Policy and International Relations
Conference of Rectors of Polish Technical Universities

In 2008:

election of university authorities for the 2008-2012 term. Prof. Tomasz Krzyżyński re-elected as rector of the Koszalin University of Technology
establishment of new majors: Transport, Food Technology and Human Nutrition, Environmental Protection, Technical and Information Education
May 7 - awarding the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Rudolf Michałek
June 5 - awarding the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Tadeusz Luty
June 4-6 - Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland
June 8 - celebration of the 40th anniversary of the Koszalin University of Technology

In 2009:

the Faculty of Electronics and Computer Science obtained the right to grant a doctoral degree in technical sciences in the discipline of Computer Science
the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering obtained the right to grant a doctoral degree in agricultural sciences in the discipline of agricultural engineering
June 10 - awarding the title of honorary doctor of the Koszalin University of Technology to prof. Jarosław Mikielewicz took place
establishment of doctoral studies at the Faculty of Electronics and Computer Science
November - start of the construction of the sports and events hall on the campus at Śniadeckich Street
launch of the Koszalin Children's University
establishment of new majors: Pedagogy and Biomedical Engineering

In 2010:

The Institute of Mechatronics, Nanotechnology and Vacuum Techniques was granted the right to grant doctoral degrees in technical sciences in the discipline of construction and operation of machines
Prof. Mirosław Mikietyński, the Mayor of Koszalin, was awarded the Medal of the Koszalin University and the title of Doctor Honoris Causa of the Koszalin University of Technology
Opening of the 3D Printing and Design Center at the Faculty of Technology and Education. The Center was equipped with 20 modern 3D printers.
June 8 - celebration of the 37th anniversary of the Koszalin University of Technology

In 2011:

The Faculty of Electronics and Computer Science was granted the right to award the postdoctoral degree in technical sciences in the discipline of electronics
establishment of new majors: Management and Production Engineering, Spatial Economy, Design and Mechatronics

In 2012:

Election of the rector and vice-rectors. Prof. Tadeusz Bohdal PhD., DSc., was elected Rector for the 2012-2016 term. The new vice-rectors are: prof. Danuta Zawadzka, PhD., (vice-rector for education); prof. Witold Gulbiński, PhD., DSc., (vice-rector for science and development); prof. Kazimierz Szymański PhD., (vice-rector for student affairs).
Grand opening of the campus at Śniadeckich Street. The project, which lasted 4 years, included the construction of the Mechatronics and Materials Engineering buildings ("G" and "H") and the Environmental Engineering and Telematics Laboratory ("I").
Launching of the Wood Industry Branch Faculty in Szczecinek.
Starting new majors: Engineering and Automation in the Wood Industry (Faculty of Wood Industry) and Tourism and Recreation (Faculty of Economic Sciences).

In 2013:

Celebration of the 20th anniversary of the Academic Choir of the Koszalin University of Technology. Commemorative concert with the participation of the Symphony Orchestra of the Koszalin Philharmonic at the Holy Spirit Church in Koszalin on January 12, 2013.
The AZS Politechnika Koszalińska Sports Club achieved the biggest sports success in its history. Winning a bronze medal at the Polish Women's Handball Championships on May 19, 2013.
Conference of Rectors of Polish Technical Universities on June 6-8, 2013. The Koszalin University of Technology hosted the meeting of rectors of technical universities from all over Poland and invited guests.
Celebration of the 45th anniversary of the Koszalin University of Technology in the Sports and Events Hall at Śniadeckich Street in Koszalin on June 7, 2013.
The Medal of the Koszalin University of Technology was awarded to Paweł Michalak, the Honorary Chairman of the Supporting Association of the Koszalin University of Technology.

In 2014:

The team from the Institute of Technology and Education at the Koszalin University of Technology won the West Pomeranian Nobel Prize in the category of technical sciences for the implementation of the project "Hybrid Technologies for Modifying Woodworking Tools".
The first Run of the Koszalin University of Technology.
The project "Virtual Physics - True Knowledge" developed and implemented by the Distance Learning Center of the Koszalin University of Technology received an award in the nationwide competition "School is Worth It".
The Koszalin University of Technology was awarded the Gold Medal of the Guardian of National Memory by the Council for the Protection of Memory of the Fight and Martyrdom.

In 2015:

Establishment of new faculties: Faculty of Humanities and Faculty of Technology and Education.
Rector of the Koszalin University of Technology, prof. Tadeusz Bohdal, became the Chairman of the Thermodynamics and Combustion Committee of the Polish Academy of Sciences (term of office 2015-2019).
Prof. Wojciech Kacalak, former rector of the Koszalin University of Technology, received the title of Doctor Honoris Causa of the Poznań University of Technology.
Łukasz Krzyśko from the Koszalin University of Technology became the head of the Doctoral Student Association of Technical Universities.

In 2016:

Election of the rector and vice-rectors. prof. Tadeusz Bohdal, PhD., DSc., was reelected as rector of the Koszalin University of Technology for the 2016-2020 term. The vice-rectors are: prof. Danuta Zawadzka PhD., (vice-rector for education); prof. Witold Gulbiński, PhD., DSc., (vice-rector for science and development); prof. Tomasz Królikowski, PhD., DSc., (vice-rector for student affairs).
20th edition of the competition for secondary schools "Race for the Index".
The Koszalin University of Technology awarded the title of Doctor Honoris Causa to prof. Józef Gawlik from the Kraków University of Technology.
Establishment of the Off-Campus Faculty of Wood Industry in Szczecinek.
Launch of new majors: Engineering and Automation in the Wood Industry (Faculty of Wood Industry) and Tourism and Recreation (Faculty of Economic Sciences).
First Inauguration of the Academic Sports Year (October 25, 2016).

In 2017:

15th Central Pomeranian Job Fair organized by the Career Office of the Koszalin University of Technology.
The Koszalin University of Technology awarded the title of Doctor Honoris Causa to prof. Wojciech Kacalak.
The Center for Technical Education Haas - a modern workshop of numerically controlled machine tools - was opened at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering.
The Koszalin University of Technology joined the Legia Academic project, voluntary military training of students.

In 2018:

The project entitled "Integrated Actions to Improve the Quality and Effectiveness of Education at the Koszalin University of Technology" ranked 7th on the ranking list of the competition for Integrated University Programs. The university will receive nearly PLN 12 million for the 4-year implementation of the project.
On February 27, the Laboratory of the Department of Food Industry Processes and Devices was opened at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering (Racławicka Campus). There are 10 thematic laboratories, where students majoring in Food Technology and Nutrition have classes.
On May 16, the University Workshop of 3D Printing and Design was opened at the Faculty of Technology and Education (Śniadeckich Campus). The center is equipped with 20 modern 3D printers.
On June 7-9, 80 rectors of universities from all over Poland participated in the meetings of the Presidium and the Plenary Assembly of the Conference of Rectors of Academic Schools in Poland (CRASP).
On June 7, the ceremonial celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Koszalin University of Technology took place in the Concert Hall of the Koszalin Philharmonic. Several dozen university employees were honored with state distinctions, medals of the Koszalin University of Technology, and commemorative statuettes.
On June 16, the Reunion of Graduates of the Higher School of Engineering and the Koszalin University of Technology was the final event of the university's 50th anniversary celebrations. Former students visited the university's facilities, participated in a joint picnic of graduates and employees. In the evening, the graduation ball took place.
On September 21, the multifunctional facility for practicing beach sports was officially opened near the sports hall on the campus at Racławicka Street.
On September 28, the Koszalin University of Technology inaugurated the 51st academic year. The university launched a new major - Logistics at the Faculty of Economic Sciences. In total, there are 4,500 students studying at the Koszalin University of Technology.
On November 28, the Faculty of Civil Engineering and Environmental Engineering celebrated its 50th anniversary.

In 2019:

The Koszalin University of Technology signed a cooperation agreement with the Military Armament Works in Grudziądz. The agreement includes the implementation of professional internships by students of the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering, Faculty of Electronics and Computer Science, and Faculty of Economic Sciences.
A research and implementation center for surface engineering, process and simulation design, and vibroacoustic research will be established at the university. The total cost of the project is PLN 3.35 million. It will receive co-financing of PLN 2 million from the Regional Operational Program of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship.
Internships, certified training courses, and workshops for students, as well as training courses for teaching staff and university management, are provided by the project "INTEGRATED - Comprehensive Development Program of the Koszalin University of Technology". The university received PLN 7.5 million from the Operational Program "Knowledge, Education, Development 2014-2020" for its implementation.
April 17 - The first University Council was elected. The seven-person council is responsible for, among other things, reviewing draft statutes and strategies of the university, monitoring financial management and university management, and proposing candidates for rector (after opinion of the Senate). The council includes prof. Dariusz Lipiński, prof. Jerzy Rembeza, prof. Robert Sidełko, Piotr Huzar (Chairman), Joanna Jodłowska, Piotr Bartkiewicz, and Julia Małecka Nowosielska.
May 24 - The Faculty of Electronics and Computer Science celebrated its 30th anniversary.
A Doctoral School was established at the university.
A research team from the Koszalin University of Technology and the Maritime Institute in Gdańsk - the National Research Institute - received the Mercurius Gedanensis award at the 15th International Trade Fair for Fish Processing and Fish Products POLFISH 2019 in Gdańsk. The researchers were honored in the technology category for designing a vacuum stuffer for whole or deheaded carp and other species of the carp family.
The Center for Rapid Prototyping and the Center for Measurement of Physical and Mechanical Properties of Wood Materials will be established at the Koszalin University of Technology. The total cost of the project will be nearly PLN 3.7 million. It will receive co-financing of PLN 2.2 million from the Regional Operational Program of the West Pomeranian Voivodeship.

In 2020:

March - COVID-19 threat: all classes are conducted using distance learning methods and techniques. Events such as university-wide events and student events, as well as official trips of employees and students have been canceled.
April 29 - prof. Danuta Zawadzka, PhD., at the Koszalin University of Technology, became the new rector. Prof. Zawadzka is the first woman elected to this position. Electronic voting was used for the first time.

The university joined the efforts to mitigate the effects of the pandemic. The 3D Printing Center at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering produced nearly 12,000 face shields. The Clothing and Fabric Studio of the Faculty of Architecture and Design sewed high-quality protective masks. Students of Pedagogy also participated in the aid campaign.
June 8 - celebration of the 52nd anniversary of the Koszalin University of Technology. This year, the University Day was held exclusively in a virtual edition.

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