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Basic Values of University

Summary/Abstract: In the article the author identifies three missions of the classic Humboldtean university: (a) research, (b) education, (c) formation. It is possible to fulfil these missions thoroughly if the canon of basic values originating from the classic vision of university (formulated by Wilhelm von Humboldt, the founder of the Humboldt University of Berlin), which defines axiological university space, is respected. It encompasses such values as (1) complementarity of research and education, (2) autonomy, (3) freedom, (4) truth, (5) tolerance, (6) sense of community. In the author’s view, modern universities seem to neglect the formative mission. It ought to be remembered, however, how important it is for universities to shape future elites which would participate actively in the creation of free, democratic, non-prejudiced and creative society.

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