Throughout the current academic year, we are successively presenting our graduates—laureates of the Absolwent Extra 2025 competition. We invite you to explore their achievements and draw inspiration from their academic and professional paths. In March, we are pleased to introduce two laureates from the Faculty of Social Sciences: Marta Kościelecka, MA, and Omar Lekhchine, BA.
Marta Kościelecka, MA, is a graduate of a Master’s programme in psychology with a clinical specialization. Her thesis, entitled “Hope and Psychological Resilience versus Emotional Regulation in Parents of Children with Cancer,” supervised by Professor Iwona Grzegorzewska, addresses a highly significant issue related to parents’ experiences of childhood cancer and the need for systemic support for families of oncology patients.
During her studies, Marta Kościelecka was actively engaged in academic life. She founded the Clinical Psycho-Oncology Student Research Group “Żonkil,” serving as its Chair until June 2025. Within the group’s activities, she co-organized and led numerous scientific and charitable events, including the 1st Student Conference on Clinical Psycho-Oncology “Psychoeducation, Prevention, Practice,” as well as charity concerts such as “Christmas Symphony of Support” and “Women’s Symphony of Support.” She also presented the results of her research at the 3rd National Conference on Clinical Psychology of Children and Adolescents.
Alongside her academic and organizational activities, she was involved in volunteer work. Between 2023 and 2024, she supported patients at the Lady Ryder of Warsaw Hospice and participated in the “Students for Students” initiative carried out במסגרת the University’s Psychological Support and Psychotherapy Unit.
Her professional interests focus on psycho-oncology, particularly from a systemic perspective encompassing the situation and functioning of parents of children with cancer. She intends to pursue her career in this field, as evidenced by her enrolment in postgraduate studies in psycho-oncology starting in October.
Privately, she is passionate about travel and enjoys listening to podcasts related to psychology and mental health. She is also committed to initiatives that promote scientific knowledge and support individuals experiencing health crises and their families. She aims to build her professional path on an interdisciplinary and holistic approach, enabling a comprehensive understanding of individuals and their families.
Contact and further information are available at:
https://bk.uz.zgora.pl/absolwent-extra-sylwetki-absolwentow/rok-2025/psychologia-marta-koscielecka-13.html
Omar Lekhchine, BA, is a distinguished graduate of a Bachelor’s programme in political science, recognized for both his academic and social engagement. Throughout his studies, he demonstrated commitment, responsibility, and a consistent development of his research interests and organizational competences. As Chair of the Oxford Debates Union Student Research Group, he effectively coordinated its academic and educational activities, initiating numerous projects and events promoting the culture of public debate within both academic and local communities. His efforts contributed to strengthening dialogue and fostering high standards of evidence-based discussion.
His academic interests focus on public administration, particularly the functioning of local government in the Republic of Poland, as well as issues related to constitutional law. His research addresses political transformations in 21st-century Poland, with particular emphasis on systemic challenges, modernization processes, and legislative changes shaping the country’s political and administrative system.
Since 2024, he has served as a councillor of the Municipal Council in Przemków (term 2024–2029), focusing on youth, educational, and social policy. His involvement in local government is characterized by an ability to combine academic reflection with practical administrative experience, representing a coherent and valuable integration of theoretical and pragmatic perspectives.
Omar Lekhchine is also engaged in numerous social and educational initiatives, particularly those involving youth and the development of civic attitudes and social awareness. He combines interests in politics, history, and architecture, viewing them as interconnected areas of reflection on the development of the state and local communities. In his private life, he is a supporter of the Cracovia football club.
Contact and further information are available at:
https://bk.uz.zgora.pl/absolwent-extra-sylwetki-absolwentow/rok-2025/politologia-omar-lekhchine-10.html
During the ceremonial Absolwent Extra 2025 Gala, held on 17 November 2025, the laureates were presented with statuettes by the Rector, Professor Wojciech Strzyżewski; the Marshal of the Lubuskie Voivodeship, Sebastian Ciemnoczołowski; the Vice-Rector for Student Affairs and Quality of Education, Professor Barbara Literska; and the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences, Professor Jarosław Bąbka.
