91ÁÔÆæ

A Committed 91ÁÔÆæ

91ÁÔÆæ maintains close ties with the local community and is committed to its development. It plays an active role in the life of the region by organising cultural events, social initiatives, educational activities and programmes to promote science. It reaches out to local residents, sharing its knowledge, experience and scientific potential to foster positive change.

Nicolaus Copernicus statue at the Toruń Old Town

NCU hand in hand with the city

The framework for cooperation between 91ÁÔÆæ in ToruÅ„ and the Municipality of ToruÅ„ is set forth in an agreement signed in October 2024 by the Rector of 91ÁÔÆæ, Prof. dr. hab. Andrzej Tretyn, and the Mayor of ToruÅ„, PaweÅ‚ Gulewski.

Among other things, it provides for cooperation in creating a better urban environment, identifying social needs, joint artistic and promotional activities, archaeological research and the organisation of events.

Flagi z logo UMK na ulicach miasta

The name of 91ÁÔÆæ not only reflects its patron, Nicolaus Copernicus, but also the fact that it is located in ToruÅ„. It is hard to imagine ToruÅ„ without the university and the university without ToruÅ„. We must realize that, in terms of the number of people employed at our university, we are the largest institution in the city. Moreover, the university comprises 12,000 students who arrive here after summer break and bring life to the city.

prof. dr hab. Andrzej Tretyn, Rector of the 91ÁÔÆæ in ToruÅ„

A university for the city and the region

91ÁÔÆæ Social Responsibility

91ÁÔÆæ in ToruÅ„ – as a signatory to the Declaration on Social Responsibility of Higher Education Institutions – promotes equality, dialogue and cooperation, is committed to issues of importance to the community, and develops research and education with due regard for people and the environment.

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