Inauguration of the New Academic Year at the Silesian University of Technology
The inauguration of the Academic Year at the Silesian University of Technology will take place on October 2nd, 2024. During the event, a speech by the Rector of the University Prof Marek Pawełczyk, inaugural lecture and matriculation of the first-year students will take place.
The inauguration, with the participation of the University authorities, will start at 11:00 in the Education and Congress Centre of the Silesian University of Technology.
THE PROGRAMME OF THE CEREMONY
State Anthem
Inaugural speech of the Rector of the Silesian University of Technology, Prof. Marek Pawełczyk
First-year students’ matriculation
Gaude Mater Polonia
Guest speeches
Inaugural lecture
Concert performed by the Silesian University of Technology Academic Choir
During the ceremony, the inaugural lecture will be given by Tomasz Gębka, Member of the Board of FCA Poland, Plant Manager - Tychy Vehicle Plant at Stellantis, a graduate of the Silesian University of Technology. We invite you to watch an episode of the series "Why Silesian University of Technology?", in which Tomasz Gębka talks about his career from a student to the director of a global concern.
In the afternoon, at 18.00, in the Cathedral of St. Apostles Peter and Paul in Gliwice, a Holy Mass will be held for employees and students of the Silesian University of Technology.