Editing Rector (academia) (section)

===Poland===
In [[Poland]], the rector ({{langx|pl|rektor}}) serves as the elected head of a university or university college. In military and military-type higher education institutions, the equivalent position is referred to as commander ({{langx|pl|komendant}}). The rector is the highest official of the [[university]]. Rector of the university can be a person with at least a [[doctor (title)|doctoral]] degree, employed by the university as the main place of work. Rector is referred to as Jego/Jej Magnificencja (en. His/Her Magnificence) (abbreviation: JM). The outfit of rector is red or purple coat (robe) with [[Stoat|ermine]] fur, often with a [[scepter]] and a decorative string of symbols of the university. Deputy rectors ({{langx|pl|prorektor}}) at official ceremonies are dressed in the same [[gown]], but with fewer decorations (usually without the fur). Rectors of military universities wear only an officer's uniform and a necklace with symbols of the university.

As of 2008, the term of office of the rector of public universities lasts for four years (previously three years), beginning on 1 September in an election year and ending on 31 August of the year in which the term ends. A person may not be elected to serve as rector for more than two consecutive terms. In the case of private universities the rule is regulated by [[university]] statute.