Half a century of helping others - jubilee of doctors and dentists

An elderly woman in a wheelchair receives her diploma from a man in a red biretta and white academic coat. Next to her stands a person in a light-colored jacket. Other people in togas and a section of a red banner with the university's coat of arms are visible in the background.
50 years ago they received their diplomas and began not easy, but beautiful path of helping and caring for others. And on June 13, within the walls of MUW, they met at a diploma renewal ceremony to celebrate this wonderful anniversary in the company of the rector's and dean's authorities.

The ceremony was attended by 105 people: 86 medical graduates and 19 dental graduates from the 1975 class. They came to MUW from all over Poland, but there were also people from the US, Canada, France, Germany, Austria and Australia.

And while the group was unique in that they meet regularly, the event within the university's walls was accompanied by many emotions: from nostalgia to pride and a sense of community. Despite the passage of years, the distance they live from each other and the different paths they chose after graduation, they are united by their past and their Alma Mater.

A symbol not only of the professional path, but also of life's mission

The ceremony was not only an opportunity to celebrate together, but also an expression of respect for those who for decades have brought help and hope to successive generations of patients. The symbolic diplomas presented at the ceremony honor the many years of fulfilling “the noble mission of helping the sick, training and shaping the attitudes of younger generations of doctors and developing the health care system.”

- I must say, and I say this sincerely and straight from the heart, that among the various ceremonies organized by the university, this ceremony has a special and unique character. And in real terms, because you are here with us, and symbolically, because it signifies the return of alumni to the Alma Mater. It is also proof of the bond with the faculty. And your résumés indicate that the education you gained within our walls has translated into your work, both clinically and organizationally, scientifically and didactically - Rector Professor Rafal Krenke addressed the honored guests.

“Thank you for this meeting, for remembering the graduates...”

- ...it reminds us of interesting times, full of youthful optimism and hope - said Prof. Romuald Krajewski, who spoke on behalf of the jubilarians. - Thank you for helping us save our studies from oblivion, very important years for us. We will meet regularly as long as we can. But 50 years only happens once. And let's enjoy this moment, this day, being together once again. We wish ourselves and the university many very good years.

Presentation of diplomas and medals

After the Rector's speech, it was time for the central part of the ceremony - the presentation of diplomas. The dental doctors were presented with their diplomas by the Rector and theDean of the Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Prof. Agnieszka Mielczarek, while the doctors were presented with their diplomas by the Rector and the host of the event as well as the Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, Prof. Paweł Włodarski. The graduates received their diplomas with great emotion.

Dr. Titus Chałubiński medals were also presented. This honorary decoration is awarded to figures of greatest merit to the university. It was established to commemorate the bicentennial of the establishment of the first School of Surgery in Warsaw in the 1989/1990 academic year, the 180th anniversary of the establishment of the Academic-Medical Faculty as well as the 100th anniversary of the death of Dr. Tytus Chałubiński, the outstanding Warsaw physician.

For their dedicated work and achievements, medals were awarded to the following graduates from the '75 class: Apolonia Abramowicz, Maria Barcikowska, Ewa Helwich, Krzysztof Klimczak, Marek Kośmicki, Romuald Krajewski, Maciej Krzakowski, Jerzy Kupiec-Węgliński, Zbigniew Kwietniak, Michał Niemczyk, Piotr Roszkowski, Olgierd Rowiinski.

 

At the end of the ceremony, the MUW Choir sang the songs: “The Longest Time,” “Zawsze tam gdzie ty” “New York, New York.” A commemorative photo was also taken.


The event was organized by the Faculty of Medicine, which 50 years ago taught medicine and, as part of the Dental Department, also trained dentists.

In addition to the rector and the deans, the ceremony was attended by: Prof. Dorota Olczak-Kowalczyk, Vice Rector for Human Resources, the Vice Deans of the Faculty of Medicine: Prof. Aleksandra Banaszkiewicz, Prof. Tadeusz Grochowiecki and Jacek Sieńko, MD, PhD.

 

 

 

A ceremony in the auditorium. Seven people on stage: rector and dean authorities in togas and birettas, one holding an open book. In the background is a red banner with the faculty emblem. In the foreground, participants take pictures of the authorities.
A man in a red and black toga - the dean of WL is speaking at a lectern with the university's logo. Next to him sit three people in togas, clapping. In the background is a red banner with the logo of the Faculty of Medicine. In the foreground is a table with a bouquet of flowers.
Three people in academic togas sit on chairs. The person on the left in a white toga with a scepter, the others in red togas and birettas. In front of them is a table with a bouquet of flowers. In the background is a banner with the university's coat of arms and the inscription “Veritatis Splendor.”
The rector, in red ceremonial dress with a white collar and rector's chain, speaks into the microphone. In the background are four people in red togas and birettas, two red banners with the university and department logos, and a wooden lectern.
A group of people are sitting in an auditorium during a conference. In the foreground a man in a blue suit is holding a camera, next to him a woman in a plaid jacket. Other participants in red chairs are visible in the background. They are listening intently.
Close-up of hands holding a sheet of paper with the words “GROUP IX” and 18 black-and-white portrait photos arranged in three rows. A name is written under each photo. Other documents and a section of a table are visible in the background.
Three gold medals of square shape, housed in open black boxes with white interior. Each medal shows a relief with a face and engraved text on the right side.
Four people in academic attire, three in red togas with chains, one in a white toga. In the center, a woman in a navy blue dress holds a document. In the background are university logos and curtains.
A woman in a cream-colored dress and orange necklace receives her diploma from a man in a red biretta and ceremonial attire. In the background are people in academic togas, the audience and portraits on the wall.
Five people pose for a group photo. Four in red togas with chains, one in a colorful dress holding a blue briefcase. In the background are red banners with the university's coat of arms, a screen with the logo and the words “Universitas Medica.” On the floor a bouquet of flowers in a white basket.
Four people stand against a wooden wall and screen. Three in red and black togas with chains, one in a suit holds a red briefcase. On the left is a bouquet of flowers, on the right a lectern with the inscription “Veritas Splendor.”
An elderly woman in a dress with blue and white waves and pearls squeezes the hand of a man in red academic attire. In the background, a second man in a red toga with a fur collar and rector's chain. Behind them sit formally dressed guests.
An older man in a light-colored suit receives a document from a person in a white coat and red biretta. In the background, a person in a red academic outfit with a chain. Behind them is a wooden panel wall.
Four people in academic togas. Three in red and black togas, one in a red toga with a white collar. The person in the center holds a diploma. In the background are two red banners with the university's coat of arms and a screen with a logo. In the foreground is a bouquet of flowers on a wooden table.
Four people, including three wearing academic togas and birettas. In the center, a woman in a white floral dress holds a diploma. In the background are two banners and a screen with the university's logo. In the foreground on the left a table and a chair.
Four people stand side by side, three wearing maroon academic togas with chains. The man in the middle holds a diploma, he is dressed in a suit and red tie. In the background is a screen with the medical school's logo and a flag with a coat of arms.
Five people pose for a photo in the auditorium. Four in red and black togas and birettas, one in a suit holding a diploma. In the background are two banners and a screen with the university's logo, on the right a red flag with the coat of arms.
Three people in traditional academic togas. Two in red togas with chains, one in a white toga with a red biretta. One person holds a red briefcase. In the background is a banner with the faculty crest and a section of the hall.
Presentation of medals. A woman receives a medal from a man in academic dress with a rector's chain. Next to him is another man in a toga. In the background people in red togas and birettas and a lectern with the university logo. On the wall a banner with the coat of arms and the inscription Medical University of Warsaw.
Presentation of medals. A woman receives a medal from a man in academic dress with a rector's chain. Next to him is another man in a toga. In the background people in red togas and birettas and a lectern with the university logo. On the wall a banner with the coat of arms and the inscription Medical University of Warsaw.
A group of people pose for a photo in a conference room. In the center people in togas and birettas. In the background are two screens with the university logo and the flag of Poland. To the right, two people sit and take pictures, to the left, a lectern with the WUM coat of arms.
A man in a suit speaks at the lectern with a microphone. In the background, six people in red togas and birettas, two in white togas with rector's chains. Red banners with the university's logo are visible.
WUM Choir performance. Five people stand on stage in the auditorium, including a woman holding a baby. All dressed elegantly. In front of the stage, the audience takes pictures with their phones. In the background are two red banners with the logo of Warsaw Medical University and the words “Faculty of Medicine” and “Medical University of Warsaw.”
About 100 people pose for a joint photo in the auditorium. In the front row sit people in red academic togas and senior citizens. Behind them stand the other participants against a background of red chairs. Stairs and doors are visible in the background.