is flanked by two lions, representing strength, courage and justice. The composition features the two most characteristic symbols of the city of Plovdiv - the seven hills at the top, depicted in the form of a crown, associated with the sustainability and stability of the University and the city and at the base, the Maritsa River, forever moving and changing, is symbolically illustrated. The flag of the Medical University of Plovdiv is made of silk with golden tinsel braid on a burgundy background with the coat of arms of the University. The burgundy colour is the institutional colour of MU of Plovdiv and symbolizes the love, perseverance, and dedication to the profession of the graduates of the higher school. The golden colour symbolizes sincerity, faith, and high morals, which are the main values of MU of Plovdiv and are embedded in the education of every student. The motto of Medical University of Plovdiv is „Dedicated to humanity “(„Ad humanitatem dedicati“). The rector's toga is in the institutional colour of burgundy with black edging. The rector's necklace is round, the coat of arms of the university is engraved in the centre of the medallion. The dean's toga is black in colour with burgundy edging. The dean's necklace is round and the coats of arms of the respective faculties are engraved in the centre of the medallion. The anthem of the Medical University of Plovdiv was created after a competition in 2020. Antoaneta Pavlova - a teacher at DLST is the author of the text and the music is by the composer Ivaylo Kanev. The song of the students of the Medical University of Plovdiv was chosen after a competition in 2020. Corresponding member Prof. Dr. Stefan Kostianev is the author of the text and music, arrangement is by Diana Komitova. Awards and honours Awards and honours are awarded by Medical University of Plovdiv Determined by a decision of the Academic Council of the Medical University of Plovdiv: Honorary title "Doctor Honoris Causa" of MU of Plovdiv with a diploma. The title is awarded to scientists and heads of foreign and Bulgarian higher schools and scientific institutes, for contributions to international activity and cooperation with MU of Plovdiv. It is also awarded to distinguished Bulgarian state and public figures, teachers and scientists who contributed to the development and prestige of the University. The following honours are determined by decision of the Rector's