AGH University at Impact’26

Impact brings together leaders from business, politics, science, and start-ups, while serving as a forum for debate on key global challenges such as artificial intelligence, geopolitics, cybersecurity, and economic transformation.

As a partner of the event, AGH University played an active role in the congress: university representatives took part in debates, and the Faculty of Space Technologies showcased its work at the AGH University exhibition booth, drawing attention and demonstrating the University’s potential in the growing space sector.

Rector’s take on Gen Z education

Professor Jerzy Lis, AGH University Rector, participated in a discussion on the future of learning for Gen Z. The featured panellists were Minister of Science and Higher Education Marcin Kulasek and Professor Piotr Wachowiak, Rector of the SGH Warsaw School of Economics.

The discussion focused on the changing role of higher education and the labour market’s expectations of the younger generation. It was emphasised that, whilst a university degree provides a solid foundation and develops logical thinking skills, professional success is increasingly determined by practical skills, flexibility, and willingness to engage in continuous learning.

The panel also focused on questions regarding the future of education, including the importance of formal qualifications compared to experience gained outside the educational system, and new learning models tailored to the needs of Gen Z.

Professor Lis also chaired a meeting attended by Minister Marcin Kulasek, along with several rectors of Polish universities and representatives of Swiss higher education institutions.

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange experiences and strengthen ties, which may lead to new joint research projects and inter-university agreements in the future.

A discussion on the future of space

Representatives from the Faculty of Space Technology also played an active role in the congress. Professor Tadeusz Uhl, dean of the faculty, took part in a panel discussion focused on the challenges of space exploration and the future of space technology.

About Impact’26

The programme of Impact’26 featured over 90 hours of discussions, nearly 650 speakers, and 25 thematic tracks. These included ‘Your Voice’, which explored the role of the younger generation, ‘Investments & Startups’, which focused on business development, as well as tracks on finance, health, entrepreneurship, and artificial intelligence.