On 3rd March, the first Electoral College meeting took place. Members of this body elected three candidates for the position of rector. On 22nd April, it will be clear who will manage the university’s activity, represent UW externally and be the superior of employees, students and doctoral candidates.

The Electoral College is, apart from the University Council of the University of Warsaw, entitled to indicate candidates for the position of rector. According to UKW, the University Electoral Committee, resolution, The Electoral College comprises 389 members. The body that consists of representatives of the University community groups, academic teachers and non-academic employees (311), doctoral candidates (5), students (73) elected at faculties and in constituencies. The Electoral College of the University elects both the UW rector, and members of the Senate.

On 3rd March, the electors, in a secret ballot, indicated candidates. Each elector had the right to nominate two candidates in the candidate indication vote. The nomination did not require the candidate’s consent. The candidates nominated in the indication vote by at least 10% of the voters passed to the proper vote, after having submitted their written consent to stand for election and, take the position if elected to the University Electoral Committee.

Another bodyauthorised to nominate candidates for the UW rector is the University Council. According to the University of Warsaw Statute, the University Council nominates two candidates. The Council needs to put forward its candidates for the rector by 11th March.

The UW Senate meeting aimed togive its opinion on each candidate (both indicated by the Electoral College and by the University Council) will be held on 18th March. On 30th March, the University Electoral Committee organises a pre-election meeting with all candidates for the rector. All members of the University of Warsaw community can take part in it.

On 22nd April, there will be a proper vote, and the UW rector will be elected.