We are proud to announce the pre-order availability of a new book edited by Prof. Michał Szostak, which delves into the fascinating phenomenon of kitsch across various non-artistic domains. Orders can be placed on the Springer Nature website, with deliveries starting on December 18, 2024.

On November 13, Collegium Civitas hosted a distinguished lecture by H.E. Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, Undersecretary for Bilateral Relations and ASEAN Affairs, Department of Foreign Affairs, Republic of the Philippines. The event was opened by Prof. Stanisław Mocek, Rector of Collegium Civitas, who warmly welcomed the guests, and was conducted by Dr. Katarzyna Maniszewska, Vice-Rector for International Relations.

In November 2024, Dr. Paweł Kuczyński visited Pablo de Olavide University in Seville as part of the Erasmus+ teaching mobility program. During the visit, he delivered lectures on radicalization and the role of the internet as well as radicalization trends in Poland. The sessions were attended by students of anthropology, psychology, and public affairs.

Dr. Wioletta Małota recently completed a teaching visit at Universidad Complutense de Madrid as part of the Erasmus+ program. During her stay, she conducted two courses on organizational management and innovation, engaging an international group of students and strengthening academic collaboration between Collegium Civitas and one of Spain’s leading universities.

The mStudia app offers Collegium Civitas students and faculty seamless access to schedules, grades, announcements, and essential university communications, making academic life easier and more connected. With features designed to support learning and teaching, the app helps users manage their university experience from anywhere, anytime.

On November 13 at 9 AM Collegium Civitas will host the lecture “Advancing an Independent Philippine Foreign Policy in Accordance with National Interests” by H.E. Ma. Theresa P. Lazaro, Undersecretary for Bilateral Relations and ASEAN Affairs, Department of Foreign Affairs, Republic of the Philippines. We encourage Collegium Civitas students and faculty members to attend the event.

Dr. Przemysław Witkowski’s book, "Faszyzm, który nadchodzi" (The Upcoming Fascism), featuring insights from renowned international and Polish experts on fascism, has just been released in English. This thought-provoking work examines the early warning signs of fascism, exploring the complex social, cultural, and psychological factors that contribute to its rise.

On October 23, 2024, in Washington D.C., the Magna Charta Universitatum (MCU) held its annual symposium titled "Universities, Governments, and Democracy: International Challenges and Lessons Learned." The MCU is a document that outlines principles of academic freedom and institutional autonomy. Collegium Civitas, a signatory of the MCU, was represented at the symposium by the Vice-Rector for International Relations, Dr. Katarzyna Maniszewska.

The Collegium Civitas Institute for Management Research is launching a new research project for the 2024/2025 academic year, led by Professor Michał Szostak. The project, titled "Aesthetics of Humanistic Management in the Artificial Intelligence Era," will explore the ethical and aesthetic implications of AI in organizational settings.

A recent study co-authored by Dr. Katarzyna Iwińska explores the role of higher education institutions in promoting pro-environmental behavior. The research provides key insights into current trends and the strategic actions needed to foster sustainable development in academia.