# Edward Nawarecki > Polish computer scientist **Wikidata**: [Q28961196](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q28961196) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/edward-nawarecki ## Summary Edward Nawarecki (1936 – 2017) was a Polish computer scientist and professor who spent most of his career at the Rzeszów University of Technology. He is remembered for his long‑term contributions to computer‑science education in Poland, his mentorship of several prominent researchers, and the national honors he received for service to education and the state. ## Biography - **Born:** 1 July 1936, Brest, Second Polish Republic (Polesie Voivodeship, Brześć) - **Died:** 15 March 2017, Kraków, Poland - **Nationality:** Polish - **Education:** AGH University of Science and Technology (degree in computer science) - **Academic degree:** Professor (appointed 1990) - **Known for:** Advancing computer‑science teaching and research in Poland; supervising influential doctoral students. - **Employer(s):** Rzeszów University of Technology; University of Computer Sciences and Skills in Łódź - **Field(s):** Computer science ## Contributions Edward Nawarecki devoted more than four decades to higher‑education teaching and research in computer science. After completing his studies at AGH University of Science and Technology, he joined the faculty of the Rzeszów University of Technology, where he rose to the rank of professor in 1990. At Rzeszów, he helped design curricula that integrated emerging computing technologies into engineering programs, thereby modernising the university’s technical education. Nawarecki also served at the University of Computer Sciences and Skills in Łódź, contributing to the development of specialised computer‑science courses. His mentorship produced a generation of scholars, most notably doctoral students Ewa Olejarz‑Mieszaniec, Wojciech Froelich, and Marek Kisiel‑Dorohinicki, who have gone on to prominent academic and research careers. In recognition of his impact, he received the Gold Cross of Merit (1998), the Medal of the National Education Commission (2007), and the Medal for Long Service (2009). His legacy is preserved at Salwator Cemetery in Kraków, where his grave is commemorated. ## FAQs ### Q: When and where was Edward Nawarecki born? **A:** He was born on 1 July 1936 in Brest, then part of the Second Polish Republic (Polesie Voivodeship, Brześć). ### Q: What was Edward Nawarecki’s primary professional role? **A:** He was a computer scientist and professor, most notably at the Rzeszów University of Technology. ### Q: Which notable students did he supervise? **A:** His doctoral students include Ewa Olejarz‑Mieszaniec, Wojciech Froelich, and Marek Kisiel‑Dorohinicki. ### Q: What national honors did he receive? **A:** He was awarded the Gold Cross of Merit (1998), the Medal of the National Education Commission (2007), and the Medal for Long Service (2009). ### Q: Where is Edward Nawarecki buried? **A:** He is interred at Salwator Cemetery in Kraków, Poland. ## Why They Matter Edward Nawarecki’s career shaped the trajectory of computer‑science education in post‑war Poland. By modernising curricula at two major technical universities, he ensured that Polish engineers received training aligned with global technological advances. His mentorship produced scholars who continue to expand the field, amplifying his influence beyond his own publications. The state‑level awards he received underscore the societal value placed on his contributions to national education and public service. Without Nawarecki’s dedication, the integration of computer science into Polish engineering programs would have progressed more slowly, potentially limiting the country’s capacity to produce skilled IT professionals during the rapid digitalisation of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. ## Notable For - Appointed professor of computer science in 1990. - Received the Gold Cross of Merit (1998) for distinguished service. - Awarded the Medal of the National Education Commission (2007). - Awarded the Medal for Long Service (2009). - Supervised doctoral students who became leading figures in Polish computer science, such as Marek Kisiel‑Dorohinicki. ## Body ### Early Life and Education - Born 1 July 1936 in Brest, then within the Second Polish Republic. - Completed higher education at AGH University of Science and Technology, specializing in computer science. ### Academic Career - Joined the faculty of Rzeszów University of Technology, eventually attaining the title of professor in 1990. - Later held a position at the University of Computer Sciences and Skills in Łódź, contributing to program development. - Focused on integrating contemporary computing topics into engineering curricula, fostering a generation of technically proficient graduates. ### Mentorship and Doctoral Students - Supervised three documented doctoral theses: - **Ewa Olejarz‑Mieszaniec** – research profile available via Nauka‑Polska. - **Wojciech Froelich** – research profile available via Nauka‑Polska. - **Marek Kisiel‑Dorohinicki** – later became a noted computer scientist and university teacher. - His students have continued to publish, teach, and lead research groups, extending his academic lineage. ### Awards and Honors - **Gold Cross of Merit** (1998) – a Polish state decoration for distinguished contributions. - **Medal of the National Education Commission** (2007) – recognizing outstanding service to education. - **Medal for Long Service** (2009) – acknowledging extended dedication to public duties. ### Legacy and Memorial - Passed away on 15 March 2017 in Kraków. - Buried at Salwator Cemetery; a photograph of his grave is hosted on Wikimedia Commons. - Remembered in Polish academic circles for his role in shaping computer‑science education and for the professional success of his protégés. ## References 1. 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