Vladan Đokić

Vladan Đokić is an architect, urban planner, and Rector of the University of Belgrade, one of the oldest and largest universities in Southeast Europe. He is celebrated for his work in architectural and urban design, focusing on how cities grow and change over time and how spatial planning can shape more livable, sustainable urban environments. As former Dean of the Faculty of Architecture and now leader of the entire university, Đokić has guided major academic and interdisciplinary projects that bring research into higher education and connect design thinking with real-world urban challenges. His leadership has strengthened the University of Belgrade's role in the region's academic landscape and shaped the direction of architecture and planning education in Serbia. In recognition of his contributions to academia and the built environment, he serves as Rector since 2021, following a decade as Dean of the Faculty of Architecture.