The University of Jagiellonia was originally named "University of Krakow" and was founded by Casimir III in 1365. The University of Jagiellonia was originally named "University of Krakow" and was founded in 1365 by Casimir III. In the 19th century, the University of Cracow was renamed the University of Jagiellonia in honor of the Jagiello dynasty of Poland. Many people have graduated from the University of Jagiellonia.