The ceremony was held on 13 June 2026. On this important occasion, the graduates were joined by university authorities, faculty authorities and their loved ones. The Prof. Janusz Piekarczyk lecture hall, where the event took place, was completely filled.
The ceremony was full of pride and joy. It is hardly surprising as studies in pharmacy are demanding and involve a lot of responsibility for the health of future patients. Graduating from this program is, on the one hand, the result of determination, hard work and ambition, and on the other, a sign of maturity, courage and readiness to make responsible decisions.
"As you take on the tasks that this medical profession sets for you – I know that you are perfectly prepared for it, because our best teachers were involved in your education" said Prof. Piotr Luliński, the Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy and the host of the event.
Pharmacists – a key pillar of health care
The Rector of our university, Prof. Rafał Krenke, also congratulated the graduates. Recalling the ongoing jubilee of the 100th anniversary of the Faculty of Pharmacy, the Rector emphasized that the Faculty has been shaping the leaders of Polish health care since the very beginning of its existence.
"Today, you are adding your page to this book of honor," said Professor Krenke.
He noted that the professions of pharmacist and laboratory diagnostician are evolving towards an increasingly broader responsibility, combining patient care with the dynamic development of medical technologies.
"You are no longer just experts in particles – you are becoming one of the pillars of the healthcare system, and your knowledge helps save people's lives," said the Rector.
He wished the graduates pride in their degrees, curiosity about the world, commitment to professional ethics and that they remain good people regardless of the circumstances.
Continuation of legacy and commitment to the future
Although the faculty celebrates its centenary this year, Dr Agnieszka Bazylko, the Vice Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy, pointed out that the history of teaching pharmacy in Warsaw goes back much further – to 1809. It was at that time that Józef Jan Celiński, a pharmacist and one of the founding fathers of our university, sought to advance the academic education of pharmacists.
As the Vice Dean emphasized, the people who make up the faculty have always been and still are brave people, full of vision and convinced that knowledge should, above all, serve society.
"This legacy has been taken over by your university teachers. In recent years, they have not only guided you through the world of pharmacy, but also taught you critical thinking, scientific integrity and professional responsibility. And today, this legacy is being passed on to you," emphasized Dr Agnieszka Bazylko. "It is up to you what the pharmacy of subsequent decades will look like. May the awareness of being part of this community be an inspiration, a source of strength and responsibility for you."
Oath-taking ceremony and awards for outstanding graduates
The graduates declared to perform their duties in accordance with the law and to the best of their knowledge, to uphold professional confidentiality and act in accordance with the principles of honesty and conscientiousness. The event was marked with the Latin phrase "Salus aegroti suprema lex esto" – the health of the patient is the supreme law. The oath was received by Prof. Olga Ciepiela, the Vice Dean of the faculty. Then, they received their long-awaited diplomas.
The presentation of the Golden Laurel of the Graduate is a regular feature of the graduation ceremony. It is the award for the highest average grade. This year, it was received by Anna Ewa Rosiak, who scored 4.93.
Special diplomas were also awarded to graduates involved in the following projects: DOMINOS and DOMINOS II, whose aim is to create tools to prepare medical students for OSCE exams.
This year, this group was very large and included: Aleksandra Jadach, Mateusz Kaliniak, Anna Kiełczyńska, Klaudia Kocemba, Izabela Koczkodaj, Mateusz Koczwarski, Marta Kozak, Zuzanna Kruk, Angelika Krzewska, Zofia Leśnik, Aleksandra Malarczyk, Aleksandra Mania, Klaudia Marciniak, Sandra Markus, Paulina Michalczuk, Maja Muskała, Paulina Nałęcz, Agata Nogieć, Klaudia Orzechowska, Bartosz Płoński, Julia Podolska, Michalina Seluk, Michalina Skórka, Adam Stefaniak, Julia Strąk, Kamila Stachowska, Oliwia Szatańska, Anna Szczurek, Natalia Szymańska, Kevin Ślusarczyk, Maria Śpiołek, Laura Tatara, Sara Tercjak, Anna Wierucka, Klaudia Woźniak, Magdalena Zając, Anna Zamielska.
Dr Monika Franczak-Rogowska, the coordinator of the project, thanked all participants and emphasized that they should be proud of themselves because they demonstrated a very high level of knowledge and skills during the mock exams.
Hard work appreciated
Łukasz Pietrzak, Chief Pharmaceutical Inspector, expressed his appreciation to the graduates. He noted that changes in regulations open up new opportunities for young pharmacists – at the beginning of their careers they will be able to be co-responsible for the safety and effectiveness of pharmacotherapy, which will significantly enhance the prestige of the pharmacist profession.
Dr Jerzy Żabiński, the Vice President of the District Pharmacy Council in Warsaw, also offered his congratulations.
"You have completed a degree program that provides comprehensive knowledge. Regardless of which career path you choose, I know that as graduates of the Faculty of Pharmacy, you will find yourself very well suited to various areas of modern pharmacy," said Dr Żabiński.
Katarzyna Ładno, the Director of the Inter Polska branch in Warsaw, wished the graduates continued success and perseverance in achieving their future goals. On behalf of her organization, she also presented a special award to the best graduate – Anna Ewa Rosiak.
Adam Paderewski, a member of the Student Council of the Faculty of Pharmacy, addressed his senior fellow students with warm words.
"Getting to this point required a great deal from each of you: each of you had to make many difficult decisions and devote many hours to be able to acquire the necessary knowledge, but the fact that you are standing here with diplomas in hand proves that the sacrifices were worth it."
"Thank you for what we could have learned"
On behalf of the graduates, Julianna Mazurkiewicz thanked university teachers as well as faculty and university authorities for creating conditions that allowed them to freely pursue knowledge and personal growth. She thanked the families for their continued faith and motivation, and her colleagues for the cooperation and relationships they have built over the years.
The event ended with a performance by the WUM Choir, and a moment later it was time for a symbolic tossing of graduation caps and a group photo.
In addition to those aforementioned, the event was also attended by: Prof. Agnieszka Cudnoch-Jędrzejewska, the Vice Rector for Clinical Affairs and Investment; the Vice Deans of other WUM faculties: Prof. Aleksandra Banaszkiewicz, Dr Joanna Peradzyńska, Dr Patryk Rzońca, Prof. Sebastian Granica, the Chairman of the Pharmaceutical Sciences Discipline Council, members of the Faculty Council and university teachers.
