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Date added: 2024-11-14

Prof. Joanna Żukowska to Lead the Office of the Academic Ombudsman

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On November 13, during a meeting of the Senate of Gdańsk University of Technology, a resolution was passed to appoint Dr. hab. inż. Joanna Żukowska, a professor at the university, as the Academic Ombudsman. Prof. Żukowska’s term will begin on January 1, 2025, and will last for four years.

The Academic Ombudsman at Gdańsk University of Technology is an independent body responsible for protecting the rights of members of the academic community and promoting academic values. The primary tasks of the Ombudsman include:

  • Mediation and conflict resolution: The Ombudsman conducts mediations and helps resolve conflicts among students, doctoral candidates, academic staff, teaching staff, and administrative employees.
  • Protection against unequal treatment: Individuals experiencing unfair treatment, mobbing, or harassment can seek assistance from the Ombudsman.
  • Promoting a culture of respect: The Ombudsman’s Office strives to build an academic culture based on mutual respect and amicable conflict resolution.

The Ombudsman operates on principles of confidentiality, independence, neutrality, and impartiality, which means they do not take sides in disputes but aim for a fair resolution of the issues.

Prof. Joanna Żukowska – A Transportation Safety Expert and Leader at Gdańsk University of Technology

Prof. dr hab. inż. Joanna Żukowska is a distinguished specialist in road engineering and transportation safety, with longstanding ties to Gdańsk University of Technology. Her academic and teaching career exemplifies a relentless pursuit of improving transportation systems and promoting innovation in this field.

For her scientific and educational achievements, she has received numerous accolades, including the Medal of the National Education Commission, the Rector’s Team Award for “Success of the Year” at Gdańsk University of Technology, and honors awarded by the Minister of Infrastructure. In 2020, she became a member of the Scientific Council of the General Directorate for National Roads and Motorways, where her expertise contributes to improving Poland’s road infrastructure.

Her scientific achievements, dedication to the development of Gdańsk University of Technology, and contributions to the field of transportation safety place her among the top experts in this domain in Poland. Prof. Joanna Żukowska is not only a researcher but also a leader who promotes academic values and integrates science with practical applications.

 

Members of the academic community can contact the Ombudsman’s Office via email at rzecznikpraw@pg.edu.pl or by phone at +48 600 080 760.

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