![A part of Knapp’s mosaic on the facade of the NCU Aula, partially obscured by tree branches. [photo Andrzej Romański]](/img/menu/aula-umk-mozaika-knappa-kwiaty.jpg)
![A group of seven young people wearing NCU-branded t-shirts poses in front of a wall decorated with colorful, raised circular elements. The students are making dynamic gestures with their arms spread wide, and one person is perched on a colleague's shoulders. [fot. Andrzej Romański]](/img/menu/studenci-umk.jpg)
![Female NCU graduates presenting their degree certificates [photo Andrzej Romański]](/img/menu/absolwentki-umk.jpg)
![Five glass laboratory cylinders filled with colored liquids (green, orange, blue, yellow, and red). Vapor escapes from the containers, indicating a chemical demonstration. In the background, a person in a lab coat and a portion of university branding are visible. [photo Andrzej Romański]](/img/menu/badania-umk.jpg)
![Close-up of a person's hands operating advanced research equipment, likely an optical setup. The hands, one holding a screwdriver, are adjusting a precision component mounted on an optical breadboard. The scene is illuminated by purple-pink accent lighting. [photo Andrzej Romański]](/img/menu/wspolpraca-z-umk.jpg)
![A joyful group of four young men, winners of a basketball tournament, posing in a sports hall. The participants are wearing medals and holding diplomas. One man is making a cheerful gesture, while another is being lifted by a teammate. In the background, a climbing wall and banners of the University Sports Association are visible. [photo Andrzej Romański]](/img/menu/sport-na-umk.jpg)
NCU hand in hand with the city
The framework for cooperation between Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń and the Municipality of Toruń is set forth in an agreement signed in October 2024 by the Rector of Nicolaus Copernicus University, Prof. dr. hab. Andrzej Tretyn, and the Mayor of Toruń, Paweł Gulewski.
Among other things, it provides for cooperation in creating a better urban environment, identifying social needs, joint artistic and promotional activities, archaeological research and the organisation of events.
The name of Nicolaus Copernicus University not only reflects its patron, Nicolaus Copernicus, but also the fact that it is located in Toruń. It is hard to imagine Toruń without the university and the university without Toruń. We must realize that, in terms of the number of people employed at our university, we are the largest institution in the city. Moreover, the university comprises 12,000 students who arrive here after summer break and bring life to the city.
prof. dr hab. Andrzej Tretyn, Rector of the Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń
A university for the city and the region
The city’s biggest popular science event, which has been held since 2001.
An Innovation Centre combining education, entrepreneurship and international projects.
Practical support for the region’s communities provided by students under the guidance of mentors.
University Social Responsibility
Nicolaus Copernicus University in Toruń – as a signatory to the Declaration on Social Responsibility of Higher Education Institutions – promotes equality, dialogue and cooperation, is committed to issues of importance to the community, and develops research and education with due regard for people and the environment.
