On September 29, the second joint Inauguration of the Academic Year will be held at 4:00 pm in the concert hall of the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra in Katowice under the slogan “Year of Science in the Silesian Voivodeship”. The theme of the Inauguration refers to the announcement by the Silesian Regional Assembly naming the year 2023 the Year of Science in the Silesian Voivodeship.
Ceremony program:
- ceremonial march of the academic processions,
- ceremony opening,
- inauguration speeches,
- matriculation and oath of doctoral students,
- opening lecture by Prof. Tadeusz Sławek "Andante moderato". Melancholy of the Academy.
Artistic performances during the official part:
- "Harmonia" Choir of the University of Silesia,
- Academic Choir of the Silesian University of Technology,
- "Mute" Choir of the University of Silesia,
- Medical University of Silesia Choir,
- Choir of the University of Economics in Katowice.
Concert program:
- Léon Boëllmann – gothic suite – performance – Władysław Szymański
- Chorale,
- Gothic Minuet,
- Prayer,
- Toccata.
- Stanisław Moniuszko – Concert Overture "Fairy Tale",
- Stanisław Moniuszko – Overture to the opera "Halka",
- Stanisław Moniuszko – Mazur from the opera "Halka",
- Wojciech Kilar – Suite from the film "Pan Tadeusz",
- Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra in Katowice,
- Néstor Bayona – conductor.
Organizers:
The Inauguration is organized by the Academic Consortium Katowice – City of Science:
- Karol Szymanowski Academy of Music in Katowice,
- the Academy of Fine Arts and Designs in Katowice,
- the Academy of Physical Education in Katowice,
- the University of Economics in Katowice,
- Silesian University of Technology,
- the Medical University of Silesia,
- the University of Silesia in Katowice,
- the City of Katowice,
- Silesian Voivodeship,
- Metropolis GZM.
Patronage and partners:
Honorary patronage over the event is provided by:
- the Minister of Education and Science,
- the Minister of Culture and National Heritage,
- the Minister of Sport and Tourism,
- the Minister of Health.
The partner of the event is:
- the Foundation for the Development of the Education System, the National Agency for the Erasmus+ Program and the European Solidarity Corps.
The event institutional partner is:
- the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra in Katowice.
Registration
Registration for the event is made via the appropriate registration form:
form for University Authorities, Senior Rectors, Deans and members of the Senate who will participate in the march of the academic processions.
Registration for the ceremony must be made by September 22, 2023.
Accessibility for all
The building of the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra (NOSPR) was chosen as the venue for the Inter-University Inauguration of the academic year 2023/2024 – "Year of Science in the Silesian Voivodeship" meets the highest standards of architectural accessibility. People with mobility impairments should not encounter any difficult obstacles to overcome there.
State-of-the-art assistive technologies have been used to increase accessibility for people with sensory disabilities.
Access and parking
In theZone of Culture where the NOSPR building is located, parking lots with clearly marked parking spaces for people with disabilities are available. These spaces are located at the closest possible distance from the main entrance. Parking there is free of charge for those entitled to it.
In justified situations, the event organizer provides the opportunity to drive a disabled person by car to the very front door. It is requested, nonetheless, that cars be left in designated parking spaces..
The road leading from parking spaces for people with disabilities to the building entrance is paved and free of abrupt level changes.
The venue can be reached by public transportation. The nearest bus stop is called "NOSPR Zone of Culture" and is very close to the main entrance of the building.
Entrance area and communication in the building
Entrances to the building are accessible from the sidewalk level. The building is accessed by a self-opening revolving door. Those who wish to do so can also enter through traditional swing-opening doors.
The floor surfaces are flat, with no level changes. Vertical communication for the audience is provided by wheelchair-accessible elevators. Seating for wheelchair users is provided in the auditorium.
Infrastructure
The facility is equipped with toilets adapted to users with disabilities. A room for nursing mothers is available in the building, where infants can also be comfortably changed.
Communication accessibility
The main language during the event will be Polish.
During the event, it will be possible to access live subtitles provided in Polish and English.
We recommend using the links below to view subtitles on mobile devices:
The organizer provides interpretation into Polish Sign Language.
The acoustics in the NOSPR concert hall are very good, but assistive systems are also available. Please notify the organizers in advance if you need such assistance.
Assistance available
Participants will be greeted upon entry by people who will answer any additional questions about the accessibility of the event.
More information
For more information, please visit the European City of Science website.
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