Alicja Kulecka

Alicja Kulecka is a Professor at the University of Warsaw, affiliated with the Faculty of History and the Department of Archivistics, Didactics and History of Historiography. She has been a member of the Historical Institute since 1997, serving as Assistant Professor before being promoted to full Professor in 2019. Her academic career is deeply rooted in the University of Warsaw, where she also completed her education.

• MA in History, University of Warsaw, 1979
• Ph.D. in History, University of Warsaw, 1988
• Habilitation, University of Warsaw, 2006
• Professorship granted, 2019

Her research focuses on 19th-century Polish history, particularly the January Uprising (1863–1864), the structure and ethics of bureaucracy in the Kingdom of Poland, and the historiography of Polish historical thought. She explores themes of patriotism, civic society, and the moral responsibilities of state officials through archival documents and critical analysis.

Her recent publications demonstrate a consistent engagement with the socio-political dynamics of 19th-century officialdom, the evolution of historical writing in Poland, and the interplay between state institutions and societal values. Her editorial work highlights leadership in academic publishing and scholarly curation.

While no formal scientific awards are listed, her sustained scholarly output and promotion to full professorship reflect significant recognition within the academic community.

She has edited and contributed to major volumes on the January Uprising and the history of the Historical Institute. Her mentorship is implied through editorial supervision and academic leadership, though specific advisees are not named. She has not received mention of external grants in the provided text.

Alicja Kulecka is actively involved in the Department of Archivistics, Didactics and History of Historiography, contributing to research, teaching, and the preservation of historical methodology. Her work continues to shape understanding of Poland’s 19th-century state and society.