LUMEN 2026

International Conference & 
THE Ranking Gala: CEE Spotlight

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Conference chair:
Prof. Łukasz Sułkowski

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About Conference

We are pleased to invite you to attend LUMEN 2026, taking place on 17–18 November 2026 at the Auditorium Maximum of Jagiellonian University in Cracow.

The Key Higher Education Event for Central and Eastern Europe

This year’s edition of LUMEN will carry exceptional international significance, becoming a major meeting point for higher education leaders from across Central and Eastern Europe.

Organized in partnership with Times Higher Education, LUMEN 2026 will host the inaugural launch of the THE CEE Spotlight Edition — a brand-new dedicated ranking of the top 100 universities in Central and Eastern Europe, drawn directly from the THE World University Rankings 2027. This makes the conference a landmark occasion highlighting the growing academic strength and global importance of universities in our region.

THE Statuette Gala – Honouring the Best Universities in the Region

The annual Times Higher Education Statuette Gala will return this year in a special expanded edition, reflecting the significance of this historic moment for Central and Eastern European higher education.

During the Gala, the CEE Spotlight ranking results will be unveiled and certificates will be awarded to the Top 50 universities in the region. The event will serve not only as a celebration of achievement, but also as a powerful symbol of the region’s collective progress in higher education.

50 Top Universities

The inaugural THE Ranking - CEE Spotlight will recognise the top 50 universities across Central and Eastern Europe at a formal gala ceremony.

30+ Speakers

Thought leaders, rectors, and innovators from leading academic institutions across the region and beyond.

LUMEN 12th Edition

A well-established conference with a strong track record of convening higher education leaders

400+ Participants

Building on the success of previous editions, LUMEN continues to grow as the region's premier higher education even

50 Top Universities

The inaugural THE Ranking - CEE Spotlight will recognise the top 50 universities across Central and Eastern Europe at a formal gala ceremony.

30+ Speakers

Thought leaders, rectors, and innovators from leading academic institutions across the region and beyond.

LUMEN 12th Edition

A well-established conference with a strong track record of convening higher education leaders

400+ Participants

Building on the success of previous editions, LUMEN continues to grow as the region's premier higher education even

Why Attend LUMEN 2026?

Times Higher Education (THE) is honoured to invite you to the launch of a special new Central and Eastern Europe spotlight edition of the World University Rankings. This will be a unique, new regional lens exclusively of CEE nations, filtered directly from the THE World University Rankings 2027 edition.

The results of the inaugural CEE spotlight will be formally presented at the LUMEN 2026 Conference in Kraków, Poland. On this occasion, the CEE Top 50 universities will be unveiled, alongside regional performance insights. University leaders from across Central and Eastern Europe will gather for a formal ceremony and gala, during which certificates recognising the performance of the Top 50 CEE universities will be awarded.

Yours sincerely,


Phil Baty
Chief Global Affairs Officer & COO
Times Higher Education

The Speakers

Meet Our Special Speakers

Meet the speakers who will share their experience, insights, and proven solutions supporting the development of modern higher education institutions.

Prof. Łukasz Sułkowski

PCG Polska

Prof. Bogumiła Kaniewska

Adam Mickiewicz University in Poznań

Phil Baty

Times Higher Education

Prof. Piotr Jedynak

Jagiellonian University in Kraków

Aneta Sobotka-Popescu

Times Higher Education

Prof. Jerzy Woźnicki

Polish Rectors Foundation

Experience LUMEN 2026

Get a glimpse of what awaits you in Cracow. From inspiring keynotes and expert panel discussions to enriching workshops and genuine networking – LUMEN is where higher education leaders connect, exchange ideas, and build lasting relationships. Click here to watch the highlights from LUMEN 2025 and see you in November.

Agenda

Conference Programme

LUMEN 2026 brings together a rich agenda designed for higher education leaders. Across two days, explore sessions covering university rankings and reputation, institutional strategy, modern management and the latest tools shaping the future of academic excellence.

Day 1 – Leadership & Strategy  | 17 November 2026

Day 1 examines what drives CEE university competitiveness in the global landscape through data on rankings, reputation, and research quality. The day synthesizes insights on policy frameworks and academic solidarity into actionable strategic conclusions for institutional and government leaders.  

Registration

09:00 - 10:00

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Pick up your conference badge and materials, then start your LUMEN experience by connecting with fellow participants.

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BLOCK 1 – Opening & Regional Context | 10:00 – 11:00

Opening

10:00 - 10:30

Welcome & Opening Remark

  • Prof. Łukasz Sułkowski,
    President of the Board, PCG Polska
  • Prof. Piotr Jedynak,
    Rector, Jagiellonian University in Kraków
  • Prof. Bogumiła Kaniewska (TBC),
    Chairwoman, Conference of Rectors of Polish Academic Institutions
  • Prof. Jerzy Woźnicki,
    President of the Board, Polish Rectors Foundation

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KEYNOTE

10:30 - 11:00

THE CEE Spotlight Edition & CEE in the THE Rankings: Methodology, Data and Implications for the Region

  • Phil Baty,
    Chief Global Affairs Officer, Times Higher Education

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BLOCK 2 – Seen and Heard: CEE Universities on the Global Stage | 11:00 – 12:00

PANEL

11:00 - 11:40

Where Does CEE Stand? Regional Context, Challenges and Positioning in the WUR

  • Moderator: Phil Baty,
    Chief Global Affairs Officer, Times Higher Education
  • Prof. Jarosław Górniak, (TBC)
    Vice Rector for International Cooperation, Jagiellonian University in Kraków
  • Panelists invited by Times Higher Education

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PRESENTATION

11:40 - 12:00

From Regional University to Global Visibility: The Case study

  • Presenter invited by Times Higher Education

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Coffee break

12:00 - 12:30

Coofee break

Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee, connect with conference partners, and take advantage of informal networking with fellow participants.

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BLOCK 3 – National Policy & Funding | 12:30 – 13:30

KEYNOTE

12:30 - 12:50

Competing as a Nation: Why Governments Must Back University Excellence

  • Andrzej Szeptycki, (TBC)
    Undersecretary of State, Ministry of Science and Higher Education

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PANEL

12:50 - 13:30

EU Funds and the Future of Research Infrastructure: Who Benefits and How?

  • Moderator: Łukasz Wawer,
    Science Business Line Director, PCG Academia
  • Joanna Kuszlik-Cichosz, (TBC)
    Deputy Director of Administration, National Information Processing Institute
  • Prof. Arturas Razbadauskas,
    Rector, Klaipeda University
  • Mr Jean-David Malo,
    Acting-Director of Directorate A: ERA and Innovation, European Commision

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Lunch break

13:30 - 14:10

Lunch break

Enjoy lunch with fellow participants, visit our partners' exhibition stands, and continue building valuable professional connections.

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BLOCK 4 – Research Quality as a Strategic Asset | 14:10 – 15:30

PRESENTATION

14:10 - 14:30

Research Quality under the Microscope: Decoding Metrics, Limits and Institutional Levers

  • Prof. Joanna Wolszczak-Derlacz,
    Associate Professor, Gdańsk University of Technology

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Panel

14:30 - 15:10

Higher Education in Ukraine – The War Years and the Path to Reconstruction

  • Moderator: Prof. Jerzy Woźnicki,
    President of the Board, Polish Rectors Foundation
  • Panelists invited by Polish Rectors Foundation

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PRESENTATION

15:10 - 15:20

Wolters Kluwer Poland Presentation

  • Representative of the sponsor

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BLOCK 5 – Closing Panel | 15:20 – 16:20

Panel

15:20 - 16:10

Climbing with Purpose: Strategy, Policy and Position in a Competitive CEE Landscape

  • Moderator: Prof. Łukasz Sułkowski,
    President of the Board, PCG Polska
  • Prof. Bartosz Brożek, (TBC)
    Vice-Rector for University Development, Jagiellonian University in Kraków
  • Prof. Marzena Dominiak
    Vice-Rector for Internationalization, Wroclaw Medical University
  • Prof. Rafał Krenke, (TBC)
    Rector, Medical University of Warsaw

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SUMMARY

16:10 - 16:20

Summary of the First Day Conference

  • Prof. Łukasz Sułkowski,
    President of the Board, PCG Polska

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THE CEE SPOTLIGHT GALA & Official Dinner | 19:00

19:30

THE CEE Spotlight Gala

  • Top 20 CEE (THE World University Rankings)
  • Top 10 CEE (THE Impact Rankings / SDGs)
  • Artistic performance
  • Official Dinner

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Day 2 – Research, Innovation & the Future of Learning | 18 November 2026

Day 2 tackles innovation and transformation in CEE higher education, from AI's impact on research and teaching to solutions for demographic challenges. The sessions explore open science infrastructure, digital transformation of university operations, and showcase how technology and strategy can reshape CEE universities by 2030.  

Registration

08:00 - 08:50

Registration & Welcome Coffe

Pick up your conference badge and materials, then start your LUMEN experience by connecting with fellow participants.

BLOCK 1 – Conference Opening & Building Tomorrow Awards and Case Studies | 08:50 – 10:00

Opening

08:50 - 09:00

Welcome & Introduction

  • Marcin Witkowski,
    European Association of Communication Professionals in Higher Education-EUPRIO

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CEREMONY

09:00 - 09:20

Building Tomorrow Awards - Presentation of Laureates 

  • Łukasz Nowak,
    President of the Board, PCG Academia
  • Michele Mennielli, (TBC)
    Director of Global Outreach, LYRASIS 
  • Michał Potoczek, (TBC)
    Chairman of the Board, WEBCON
  • A representative of Inspera

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CASE STUDY

09:20 - 09:30

Building with Open Science

  • Representative of the DSpace laureate institution 

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CASE STUDY

09:30 - 09:40

Building with Digital Processes

  • Representative of the WEBCON laureate institution   

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CASE STUDY

09:40 - 09:50

Building for the Student

  • Representative of the Blackboard/Inspera laureate institution   

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PRESENTATION

09:50 - 10:00

Modular construction as a flexible and effective response to the needs of modern University infrastructure

  • Jarosław Adamek,
    Commercial Director, Climatic

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Coffee break

10:00 - 10:30

Coofee break

Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee, connect with conference partners, and take advantage of informal networking with fellow participants.

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BLOCK 2 – Digital Transformation of Universities  | 10:30 – 12:10

PRESENTATION

10:30 - 10:50

Beyond IT: A Strategic Blueprint for End-to-End Digital Transformation in Higher Education

  • Dariusz Wronikowski, (TBC)
    Acting Director of the Center for Information Technology, Medical University of Warsaw

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PANEL

10:50 - 11:40

The Digital University 2030 - Which Processes and Tools Will Define the Competitive Edge? 

  • Moderator: Łukasz Wróbel,
    Chief Business Development Officer, WEBCON
  • Prof. Andrzej Szarata,
    Rector, Cracow University of Technology
  • Jarosław Protasiewicz, PhD, DSc
    Director, National Information Processing Institute (OPI-PIB)
  • Marta Rosińska-Kortas, (TBC)
    President, Łazarski University

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PRESENTATION

11:40 - 12:10

Axians Presentation

  • Representative of the sponsor

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BLOCK 3 –The Student at the Center | 12:10 – 13:30

PRESENTATION

12:10 - 12:30

Demographic Decline and the Future of Recruitment - How CEE Universities Are Competing for Students

  • Bartosz Stawiarz, (TBC)
    Director of Operations,
    Perspektywy Press
     

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PRESENTATION

12:30 - 12:50

Drop-out as a Systemic Challenge - Causes, Data and Retention Strategies 

  • Dr Aldona Tomczyńska,
    Head of the Centre for Science and Higher Education Studies, OPI PIB
     

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PANEL

12:50 - 13:30

A University That Works for Students - Can Digitalisation and Flexible Learning Reverse the Trend? 

  • Moderator: Dr Szymon Machajewski,
    University of Illinois Chicago
  • Prof. Paweł Laidler, (TBC)
    Vice Rector for Academic Affairs, Jagiellonian University in Kraków
  • Sarah Hallam,
    Senior Customer Success Manager, Blackboard
     
  • Inna Horvath,
    International Marketing Manager, Panopto

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Coffee break

13:30 - 13:50

Coffee break

Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee, connect with conference partners, and take advantage of informal networking with fellow participants.

BLOCK 4 –Research Infrastructure & Open Science | 13:50 – 15:00

PRESENTATIONS

13:50 – 14:10

Open Access and Repositories in Practice: Case Studies from CEE

  • Petr Knoth,
    Head & Founder of CORE

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PANEL

14:10 – 14:50

Data, Openness, Visibility - Are Universities Ready for the Open Science Era? 

  • Moderator: Aneta Pazik-Aybar, (TBC)
    Head of the Open Science Team, National Science Center
  • Michele Mennielli, (TBC)
    Global Outreach Directior, Lyrasis
  • Anita Sbalzarini,
    CRIS Manager, University of Zurich
  • Najla Rettberg, (TBC)
    Network and Outreach Coordinator, OpenAire
  • Krzysztof Nierzwicki, (TBC)
    Director, University Library in Warsaw

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BLOCK 5 – Conference Closing | 14:50 – 15:00

CLOSING

14:50 - 15:00

Conference Summary & Closing Remarks

  • Prof. Łukasz Sułkowski,
    President of the Board, PCG Polska

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LUNCH

15:00 - 16:00

Lunch

Enjoy lunch with fellow participants, visit our partners' exhibition stands, and continue building valuable professional connections.

Venue and date

November 17-18, 2026

Auditorium Maximum at Jagiellonian University in Cracow

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Video and interviews from previous editions

Opening – Welcome & Opening Remark

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