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Kołodziej
Kołodziej (Polish pronunciation: ) is a Polish surname meaning "wheelwright". Notable people with the surname include: * Dariusz Kołodziej (born 1982), Polish footballer * Janusz A. Kołodziej (born 1959), Polish politician * Janusz Kołodziej (born 1984), Polish speedway rider * Miriam Kolodziejová (born 1997), Czech tennis player * Paweł Kołodziej (born 1980), Polish boxer * Piast Kołodziej (c. 740–861 AD), Polish semi-legendary figure * Ross Kolodziej (born 1978), American football player * Sławomir Kołodziej (born 1961), Polish mathematician * Władysław Kołodziej Władysław Kołodziej (10 August 1897–1978) was a pioneer of modern Paganism in Poland. Biography He was born on 10 August 1897 in Włochów and went on to study at the Vilnius University. In the 1920s he was active in a network of Polish pe ... (1897–1978), pioneer of modern Paganism in Poland See also * {{DEFAULTSORT:Kolodziej Polish-language surnames Occupational surnames ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Paweł Kołodziej
Paweł Kołodziej (born 24 September 1980 in Krynica-Zdrój, Poland) is a Polish professional boxer, fighting in the cruiserweight and Heavyweight division. Kołodziej is the current IBF Inter-Continental Cruiserweight champion. Kołodziej won the belt against Giulian Ilie of Romania. Career Kołodziej is a former IBC (International Boxing Council) champion. The Polish cruiserweight won the vacant title in July 2009 in Ruda Śląska, Poland. Then, by unanimous decision over Czech Roman Kracik. The Pole successfully defended the belt in December 2009 in Łódź, defeating an American journeyman Rob Calloway by RTD in the sixth round of the bout. Previously, in 2006, Kołodziej won the WBC Youth belt and defended the title three times until 2008. Kołodziej vs Calloway "The fight against Calloway will be a test of my means. I respect his experience but I believe that if I box wisely and take advantage of my height, I will leave the ring as a winner" said 1.95m tall Kołodziej ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Władysław Kołodziej
Władysław Kołodziej (10 August 1897–1978) was a pioneer of modern Paganism in Poland. Biography He was born on 10 August 1897 in Włochów and went on to study at the Vilnius University. In the 1920s he was active in a network of Polish people who corresponded and discussed Slavic neopaganism and pagan practices. He collaborated with Karol Chobot with whom he edited the literary magazine ''Siew wolności'' and the periodical ''Wiosna Lechicka'', which focused on Slavic religion and spirituality. Kołodziej also edited ''Wiadomości Astrologiczno-Literackich'', which presented the views of the neopagan community. Kołodziej later claimed to have founded an active religious group in 1921, the Holy Circle of Worshippers of Światowid (''Święte Koło Czcicieli Światowida''), although there is no documentation of this group's activities. After the interruption of World War II, he tried to reestablish and develop his network, but Stalinism became a major obstacle. Many of his ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sławomir Kołodziej
Sławomir Kołodziej (Polish: ; born 12 March 1961, Bielsko-Biała) is a Polish mathematician and Professor at the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science of the Jagiellonian University in Kraków. His research interests include complex analysis and theoretical mathematics including Monge–Ampère equation and plurisubharmonic functions. Life and career He graduated in mathematics from the Jagiellonian University and continued his scientific career there obtaing his doctoral degree written under the supervision of Józef Siciak in 1989. He further received his habilitation in 1998 and the title of professor in 2005. He assumed the chair of Mathematical Analysis at the Institute of Mathematics and Computer Science of the Jagiellonian University. His doctoral students include Rafał Czyż and Sławomir Dinew. He published his scientific papers in such journals as ''Acta Mathematica'', ''Proceedings of the American Mathematical Society'', ''Indiana University Mathematics Jou ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dariusz Kołodziej
Dariusz Robert Kołodziej (born 17 April 1982) is a Polish former professional footballer who played as a midfielder. Following retirement, he became a coach and is currently the assistant coach of Podbeskidzie Bielsko-Biała TS Podbeskidzie Bielsko-Biała () is a football club based in Bielsko-Biała, Poland. They currently compete in the I liga, the second tier of Polish football. History The club was essentially founded on 11 July 1997, although it can trace .... References External links * 1982 births Living people Polish men's footballers Górnik Zabrze players Hutnik Kraków players Podbeskidzie Bielsko-Biała players Ekstraklasa players I liga players Footballers from Kraków Men's association football midfielders Polish football managers Podbeskidzie Bielsko-Biała managers I liga managers {{Poland-footy-midfielder-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Janusz Kołodziej (politician)
Janusz Adam Kołodziej (born 18 May 1959 in Jasło) is a Polish politician. He was elected to the Sejm on 25 September 2005, getting 3786 votes in 22 Krosno district as a candidate from the League of Polish Families list. See also *Members of Polish Sejm 2005-2007 Member may refer to: * Military jury A United States military "jury" (or "members", in military parlance) serves a function similar to an American civilian jury, but with several notable differences. Only a general court-martial (which may impos ... External linksJanusz Kołodziej - parliamentary page- includes declarations of interest, voting record, and transcripts of speeches. 1959 births Living people People from Jasło County Members of the Polish Sejm 2005–2007 League of Polish Families politicians {{Poland-politician-stub ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Janusz Kołodziej (speedway Rider)
Janusz Kołodziej (born 27 May 1984 in Tarnów, Poland) is a Polish speedway rider who has ridden for the Polish national team. Career In July 2018, during the Speedway Grand Prix Qualification he won the GP Challenge, which ensured that he claimed a permanent slot for the 2019 Speedway Grand Prix. Speedway Grand Prix results Career * Individual World Championship (Speedway Grand Prix) ** 2006 – 29th place (0 point as track reserve) * Speedway World Cup ** 2004 – 4th place (10 points) ** 2006 – 5th place (2 points in Race-Off) * Team U-21 World Championship ** 2005 – World Champion (14 points) * Individual European Championship ** 2004 – finalist * Individual U-19 European Championship ** 2003 – Silver medal * European Pairs Championship ** 2005 – European Champion (4 points) * European Club Champions' Cup ** 2006 – European Champion (14 points) * Individual Polish Championship ** ''2002 – injury in Semi-Final A (5th place in Quarter-Final B – ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Piast Kołodziej
Piast the Wheelwright ( 740/741? – 861 AD; Latin: ''Past Ckosisconis'', ''Pazt filius Chosisconisu''; Polish: ''Piast Chościskowic'', ''Piast Kołodziej'' , ''Piast Oracz'' or ''Piast'') was a semi-legendary figure in medieval Poland (9th century AD), and the presumed founder of the Piast dynasty that would rule the future Kingdom of Poland. Legend Piast makes an appearance in the '' Polish Chronicle'' of Gallus Anonymus, along with his father, Chościsko, and Piast's wife, Rzepicha. The chronicle tells the story of an unexpected visit paid to Piast by two strangers. They ask to join Piast's family in celebration of the 7th birthday (a pagan rite of passage for young boys) of Piast's son, Siemowit. In return for the hospitality, the guests cast a spell making Piast's cellar ever full of plenty. Seeing this, Piast's compatriots declare him their new prince, to replace the late Prince Popiel. If Piast really existed, he would have been the great-great-grandfather of ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Miriam Kolodziejová
Miriam Kolodziejová ( pl, Kołodziej; born 11 April 1997) is a Czech tennis player. On 16 May 2022, she reached her best singles ranking of world No. 247. On 30 January 2023, she peaked at No. 48 in the WTA doubles rankings. Kolodziejová has won one doubles title on the WTA Tour. She has also won seven singles and 17 doubles titles on the ITF Circuit. Junior success Grand Slam performance Singles: * Australian Open: 2R (2015) * French Open: 3R (2015) * Wimbledon: 1R (2015) * US Open: 1R (2014) Doubles: * Australian Open: W (2015) * French Open: W (2015) * Wimbledon: SF (2015) * US Open: 1R (2014) Kolodziejová won the girls' doubles event at the 2015 Australian Open with fellow Czech Markéta Vondroušová, defeating Katharina Hobgarski and Greet Minnen in the final. She then went on to win the girls' doubles event at the 2015 French Open with Vondroušová, defeating Caroline Dolehide and Katerina Stewart in the final. Professional career At the 2023 Australian Op ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Wheelwright
A wheelwright is a Artisan, craftsman who builds or repairs wooden wheels. The word is the combination of "wheel" and the word "wright", (which comes from the Old English word "''wryhta''", meaning a worker or shaper of wood) as in shipbuilding, shipwright and arkwright. This occupational name became the English surname ''Wright''. It also appears in surnames like ''Cartwright'' and ''Wainwright''. It corresponds with skilful metal workers being called ''Smith.'' These tradesmen made wheels for carts (cartwheels), wagon, wagons (wains), traps and coaches and the belt drives of steam powered machinery. They also made the wheels, and often the frames, for spinning wheels for home use. First constructing the hub (called the nave), the spokes and the rim segments called felloes, (pronounced fell low), and assembling them all into a unit working from the center of the wheel outwards. Most wheels were made from wood, but other materials have been used, such as bone and horn (anatomy) ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ross Kolodziej
Ross Anthony Kolodziej (born May 11, 1978) is a former American football defensive tackle and current defensive line coach at Stanford. He was drafted by the New York Giants in the seventh round of the 2001 NFL Draft. He played college football at Wisconsin Kolodziej was also a member of the San Francisco 49ers, Arizona Cardinals, Minnesota Vikings and Omaha Nighthawks. Professional Playing Career Ross spent seven years in the NFL after initially being drafted by the Giants in 2001. Coaching career Ross began his coaching career at his alma mater working as a graduate assistant for the 2012 season. He then followed Paul Chryst to Pitt were he served as an assistant strength and conditioning coach in 2013 . For the 2014 season Ross was promoted to head strength and conditioning coach. In 2015 Ross once again followed Chryst this time back to Wisconsin were he served as the head strength and conditioning coach from 2015 to 2020. In 2021 he was named the team’s new defensive ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Polish-language Surnames
Polish (Polish: ''język polski'', , ''polszczyzna'' or simply ''polski'', ) is a West Slavic language of the Lechitic group written in the Latin script. It is spoken primarily in Poland and serves as the native language of the Poles. In addition to being the official language of Poland, it is also used by the Polish diaspora. There are over 50 million Polish speakers around the world. It ranks as the sixth most-spoken among languages of the European Union. Polish is subdivided into regional dialects and maintains strict T–V distinction pronouns, honorifics, and various forms of formalities when addressing individuals. The traditional 32-letter Polish alphabet has nine additions (''ą'', ''ć'', ''ę'', ''ł'', ''ń'', ''ó'', ''ś'', ''ź'', ''ż'') to the letters of the basic 26-letter Latin alphabet, while removing three (x, q, v). Those three letters are at times included in an extended 35-letter alphabet, although they are not used in native words. The traditional set c ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
