Serhii Matvieiev Appointed Rector of Kyiv University of Law
At its meeting on 16 September 2026, the Presidium of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine approved the appointment of Serhii Vasylovych Matvieiev as Rector of Kyiv University of Law of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine.
The decision completed the procedure for electing and appointing the University’s head as prescribed by law and its founding documents. The rectorial election was held on 2 July 2026, when Serhii Matvieiev received an absolute majority of the votes. According to the Main Election Commission’s final report, 57 voters took part, of whom 55 voted for him.
On 17 September 2026, Serhii Matvieiev informed University staff of the Presidium’s decision and announced that he was taking up his duties as Rector.
Addressing academic and other staff, he thanked the University community for its trust and support. He emphasised the responsibilities of leading the institution, preserving its academic traditions, maintaining the quality of education, developing research and strengthening the University’s standing in Ukraine and internationally.
His priorities include improving teaching and learning, developing the University’s research capacity, supporting the professional growth of academic staff, creating conditions for students to study and develop fully, expanding international cooperation and steadily strengthening the University’s reputation.
Serhii Matvieiev stressed that the University’s continued development requires a coordinated effort by the whole community, responsibility on the part of every employee and a shared vision for its future. Particular attention will be paid to preserving the University’s strongest achievements and traditions while further improving its educational, research and organisational work.
The Kyiv University of Law community warmly congratulates Serhii Vasylovych Matvieiev on his appointment as Rector and wishes him good health, resilience, wisdom and productive work, success in meeting his goals, and new achievements for the University and Ukrainian legal education and research.
We wish Serhii Matvieiev every success in the important responsibility of leading Kyiv University of Law and in his work with the University community!
University Press Office