Małgorzata Durska: We praise others, we ignore our own. Is Oxford better than the University of Warsaw?

The article discusses the tendency of Polish professionals to highlight their foreign educational experiences, particularly from prestigious universities like Oxford and Harvard, while downplaying their local education. Małgorzata Durska criticizes this trend, emphasizing the importance of valuing domestic institutions and the capital they represent. She questions why Polish graduates often prioritize foreign affiliations over their local academic achievements, suggesting that this undermines the Polish brand. The article highlights the prevalence of foreign university affiliations in professional profiles, despite many being short-term programs or scholarships.