Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Hosts Meeting for International Students with Law Enforcement and Employment Service Representatives

The meeting was organized to facilitate the adaptation of international students, explain internal regulations and codes of conduct, and provide information on employment opportunities during vacation periods.

Vasiliy Sianko, Vice-Rector for Ideological and Educational Affairs, opened the meeting. During the discussion, Yuri Vorobey, Head of the Citizenship and Migration Department of the Grodno Regional Executive Committee’s Internal Affairs Directorate, addressed issues regarding compliance with the Republic of Belarus's migration laws by international students.

Special attention was paid to employment opportunities during the holidays. Ihar Salei, Head of the Legal and HR Department at the Grodno City Executive Committee’s Labor and Employment Directorate, explained how to properly search for a job while taking into account current regulations and the specific status of the individual student.

Dzina Sytaya, Head of the Citizenship and Migration Department of the Internal Affairs Directorate for the Leninsky District of Grodno, spoke about the legal status of foreign citizens in the Republic of Belarus, covering their rights, obligations, and liabilities.

During the meeting, attendees learned why it is important to comply with the educational institution's rules, what questions should be clarified before seeking seasonal work, and how to proceed if doubts arise regarding migration requirements. This discussion helped international students at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno not only gain useful information but also better navigate the legal environment.

Iryna Kiturka, Rector of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, held talks with representatives of Uzbek universities during the Uzbek-Belarusian Inter-Parliamentary Forum

Today, September 30, marks the second day of the Uzbek-Belarusian Inter-Parliamentary Forum in the city of Khiva. As part of the event, the Rector of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno held a series of business meetings with the leadership of leading Uzbek universities.

During a meeting with representatives of Termez State University of Engineering and Agrotechnology, the parties discussed the design of a joint "1+1" Master’s degree program in Ecology, the conduct of joint scientific research, the organization of internships, and participation in scientific and educational events hosted by Kupala University (such as the "InNaStart" student startup competition).

In talks with the leadership of Berdakh Karakalpak State University, representatives from both countries agreed on the development and implementation of joint scientific, scientific-technical, and innovative projects, as well as the design of a joint "3+1" Bachelor’s degree program in Law. They also agreed to organize internships and professional development courses at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno focusing on "Technologies for Improving Teaching and Learning Quality in Universities" and "Research into the 'Smart University' System." Furthermore, the participants agreed on the participation of representatives from Berdakh Karakalpak State University in scientific-educational events and specialized schools planned at Kupala University, as well as the holding of joint scientific-practical conferences. Iryna Kiturka discussed the design of joint bachelor's degree programs in physics, the conduct of joint research across various fields, the exchange of staff and students for internships, and participation in scientific and educational events with the leadership of Urgench State University named after Abu Rayhan Beruni.

The final event of the Uzbek-Belarusian Inter-Parliamentary Forum was a plenary session, during which participants adopted the Khiva Declaration and signed cooperation agreements.

Professor of St. Petersburg State University of Economics visited Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno

From September 20 to 26, 2026, the Faculty of Economics and Management at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno hosted Konstantin Kostin, Doctor of Economic Sciences and Professor at the Department of World Economy and International Economic Relations of St. Petersburg State University of Economics, under the program "Visiting Professor".

The program began with a round table discussion with the faculty administration. The host party was the Department of International Business and Marketing. At the meeting, the colleagues discussed the prospects of educational and scientific cooperation between universities exchanged experiences and outlined areas for joint projects.

Konstantin Kostin conducted lectures and practical classes in key disciplines: "Business cultures in international business", "Venture Business Development", "Economics and Management of Foreign Economic activity" and "International Economic Relations". Students and undergraduates saw how fundamental theory becomes a tool for making real business decisions. The professor paid special attention to intercultural communication, venture financing and the specifics of working with foreign partners.

For the first-year students, these meetings were an opportunity to take a fresh look at their future profession. The undergraduates were able to deepen their theoretical training and relate it to practical tasks. The Visiting Professor program expands the university's educational space. It gives students a chance to learn from leading scientists, get acquainted with modern approaches and engage in professional dialogue.

Konstantin Kostin's visit made an important contribution to the development of international cooperation and practice-oriented education at the faculty. The event clearly showed that high-quality economic education is formed where theory is supported by live practice, and academic exchange opens up new career horizons for students.

Representatives of the Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno took part in the celebrations dedicated to the 20th anniversary of the RCI BSU

The delegation of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno took part in a large-scale festive concert in Minsk. The celebration, which took place on September 25, was timed to coincide with three significant events at once: The Day of Education of the People's Republic of China, the World Confucius Institutes Day and the 20th anniversary of the Republican Confucius Institute of Sinology at Belarusian State University.

Kupala University was represented at the event by Sviatlana Adamovich, Head of the Translation and Intercultural Communication Department, Veranika Drobysh, lecturer of the Department, as well as 3rd-year students specializing in Linguistic Support of Intercultural Communication.

The festive program brought together teachers, students and distinguished guests who are passionate about learning Chinese language and culture. As part of the concert, bright musical and poetic performances performed by students were performed.

The creative performance of the YKSUG students was warmly welcomed by the audience. It was not only a demonstration of the high level of their professional and language training, but also evidence of a sincere interest in the traditions of China. The participation of Kupala students in events of this scale helps to strengthen international cooperation, develop the creative potential of future specialists and deepen intercultural dialogue.

Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno hosted an online meeting with representatives of the Lanzhou Institute of Business and Technology

On September 28, Kupala University held online negotiations with Chinese partners. Representatives of the Lanzhou Institute of Business and Technology and the UNESCO Association of Gansu Province participated in the dialogue.

The meeting was attended by representatives of the Lanzhou Institute of Business and Technology  Wang Zhihe, Rector, Ma Yujie, Head of the Department of International Cooperation and Exchange, Li Yubi, Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Law, Ge Xing, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Humanities and Law for Academic Affairs, Ma Rongping, Dean of the Faculty of Economics, Hu Yujie, Deputy Dean Faculty of Economics for Academic Affairs. The UNESCO Association of Gansu Province was represented by Du Yongjun, Chairman of the Association and Yang Zhi, Deputy Secretary General of the Association.

Participants from Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno were Iryna Kiturka, Rector, Liavontsi Paulau, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, Maryna Karpitskaya, Dean of the Faculty of Economics and Management, Sviatlana Cheburanava, Dean of the Faculty of Law, Siarhei Shcherbinin, Head of the Educational and Methodological Department, Alena Belakoz, Head of the Education Internationalization Centre, Aliaksandra Zhuk, Head of the International Projects and Academic Mobility Office, Iryna Meshkina, Deputy Head of the Public Relations Centre and Wang Tao, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Translation and Intercultural Communication, translator.

During the meeting, Iryna Kiturka, Rector of YKSUG, welcomed the participants, introduced the university and highlighted the importance of developing partnerships with Chinese educational institutions. She highlighted the university's achievements and its potential for international cooperation.

"Belarus has a good project initiated by the President of the Republic of Belarus Aleksandr Lukashenko – "Strong regions – strong country". And we are once again convinced that thanks to reliable partnerships with our regions and colleagues, we are making our countries stronger. If the regions are stronger, the state is stronger. Thanks to the relations between our two countries and the contacts between Xi Jinping and Aleksandr Lukashenko, we have the opportunity to establish close contacts in the field of education with our partner universities," Iryna Kiturka noted.

The parties discussed promising areas of cooperation: the design and implementation of joint educational programs, the coordination of specialties, the integration of curricula and the mutual offsetting of academic credits, the approval of further cooperation plans and a timetable for their implementation. Special attention was paid to the admission procedure for visiting scientists and professors recommended by the Lanzhou Institute of Business and Technology.

Liavontsi Paulau, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs, noted: "In 2025, Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno and the Lanzhou Institute of Business and Technology took the first steps to establish cooperation between our educational institutions. Our university, which is the largest regional educational, scientific and cultural center of the Republic of Belarus, and our Chinese partners have confirmed their joint commitment to achieving concrete results in mutually beneficial cooperation."

Wang Zhihe, Rector of the Lanzhou Institute of Business and Technology, in turn, stressed: "In early July, within the framework of the Belarusian-Chinese Forum of Regions, a regular meeting was held with the leadership of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno in Lanzhou. The two sides had a deep exchange of views, and following the meetings, the main areas of international cooperation were identified, in particular the design of joint educational programs. Both sides agreed that cooperation will be conducted in three specialties: international law, economic law, economics and management. The chosen specialties fully meet the expectations of our institute, as we have developed law and economics faculties. Cooperation between the two universities will not be limited only to the implementation of joint educational programs. We are also interested in academic mobility and exchange of students and staff. We are ready to send the best employees and specialists to YKSUG to give lectures or conduct joint research projects. We are also waiting for a delegation from your university and specialists. And we want to implement academic mobility projects as early as possible."

It is worth noting that the history of cooperation between Kupala University and Chinese educational institutions began in 2001 with the signing of a Cooperation agreement with the Chinese South Central University of Economics. The University cooperates with foreign educational institutions and organizations within the framework of 262 agreements, including with 50 universities and organizations of the People's Republic of China (24 of them – with universities, 19 – with colleges).

This meeting was a logical continuation of this long-standing partnership. The parties discussed in detail joint educational programs, as well as issues of academic mobility, exchange of students and staff, and admission of invited scientists. The agreements reached confirmed mutual interest in further development of cooperation and outlined concrete steps for their implementation.

International Cooperation in Action: Master's Graduation of Students from China Held at the Faculty of Pedagogy of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno

On September 24, a solemn diploma award ceremony was held at the Faculty of Pedagogy of Kupala University for citizens of the People's Republic of China who successfully completed their studies in the specialization "Educational Management." Half of the 22 international graduates completed their Master's degree with honours, confirming the high export potential and academic authority of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno in the international educational services market.

On the eve of the solemn event, on September 22–23, the Master's students successfully defended their final qualifying theses. The examination committee noted the high level of training of the young specialists, their ability to independently solve complex professional tasks, as well as the effective synthesis of theoretical knowledge and practical experience.

The scientific novelty of the presented research was ensured by the deep integration of Confucian philosophy and modern management approaches, the active use of artificial intelligence technologies and digital platforms, as well as the development of original methodologies in the field of music and choreographic education.

The topics of the Master's theses were closely linked to the priority areas of the state educational policy of China up to 2030 and covered the following key vectors:

Management effectiveness: management models and quality assessment tools aimed at enhancing the competitiveness of Chinese universities.

Digital transformation: research in the field of informational support of the educational process within the framework of the national programme "Education + Internet."

Aesthetic education: practical developments in the aesthetic development of schoolchildren in accordance with current directives of the Ministry of Education of China.

Nurturing a harmonious personality: comprehensive projects in civic, aesthetic and physical education, consonant with the concept of "Education for All."

Personnel for the agricultural sector: training specialists in the implementation of intelligent agricultural technologies within the framework of the state programme for the revival of rural talent.

The high results of the graduates (11 diplomas with honours) confirmed not only the personal determination of the Chinese students, but also the exceptional quality of the educational process at the Faculty of Pedagogy, as well as the developed system of support for international citizens at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.

In a festive atmosphere, Yuri Gnezdovskiy, Dean of the Faculty of Pedagogy, addressed the new Master's graduates with words of farewell. He warmly congratulated the graduates on successfully overcoming a landmark life milestone and expressed confidence that the fundamental knowledge and professional competencies acquired at Kupala University would become a reliable foundation for their further career and scientific growth in their homeland.

Solemn Opening of the Joint Institute of Intelligent Sciences and Engineering of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno and Qilu Normal University Held in China

From September 21 to 24, a delegation of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno led by Rector Iryna Kiturka is on a visit to the People's Republic of China. The main purpose of the trip was the opening of the Joint Institute of Intelligent Sciences and Engineering with Qilu Normal University.

The delegation of Kupala University included Rector Iryna Kiturka, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs Liavontsi Paulau, Dean of the Faculty of Biology and Ecology Volha Yanchurevich, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics Tatsiana Vankova, and Senior Lecturer of the Department of Translation and Intercultural Communication Wang Tao.

The stay of the representatives of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno began with an introduction to the cultural heritage of the region.

The main part of the programme took place on September 23. On that day, the solemn opening ceremony of the Joint Institute of Intelligent Sciences and Engineering was held. At the beginning of the event, the partner universities presented demonstration videos telling about their institutions and key achievements. Within the framework of the ceremony, welcoming speeches were delivered by the leadership of Qilu Normal University, Rector of Kupala University Iryna Kiturka, as well as Dean of the Faculty of Biology and Ecology Volha Yanchurevich.

In addition, Iryna Kiturka and Vice-President of Qilu Normal University Sun Hongzhao met with students in an open dialogue format.

An important stage of the visit was the meeting of the Joint Management Committee of the Joint Institute of Intelligent Sciences and Engineering of YKSUG and Qilu Normal University. During the meeting, the parties heard reports on the Institute's activities, the work on the joint educational programme "Biology" and the development of cooperation. The participants discussed mechanisms for academic exchange of lecturers and students, interaction in the fields of research and culture, and the opening of new specializations for implementation at the Joint Institute.

The visit of the delegation of YKSUG to the People's Republic of China became an important step in the development of the university's international activities and strengthened partnership ties with one of China's leading universities.

For reference: Qilu Normal University is a full-time university under the jurisdiction of the People's Government of Shandong Province and subordinate to the Provincial Department of Education. The institution was formerly known as the Pedagogical Faculty of East China University (founded in 1948), renamed Shandong Pedagogical College in 1960, and transformed into Qilu Normal University in 2010.

Over the past five years, Qilu Normal University has won two national and nine provincial awards for achievements in teaching, as well as 25 awards at competitions for young teachers at the provincial level and above. The university received approval for the implementation of 30 teaching reform projects at the provincial level and 18 first-class courses, and also published 27 textbooks. In terms of the overall results of the professional skills competition for students of regular schools in Shandong Province, the university has been among the best universities in the province for five consecutive years.

Development of International Dialogue: Lecturers of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Implement a Joint Educational Programme in China

Lecturers of the Faculty of Biology and Ecology of Kupala University – Elizaveta Uzlova, Head of the Department of Chemistry and Biotechnology, and Anastasia Sakovich, Associate Professor of the Department of Systems Biology – are conducting classes at Qilu Normal University (People's Republic of China). The visit was organized within the framework of the implementation of the experimental joint educational programme "Biology 4+0" and is aimed at strengthening academic ties between the partner universities.

The educational process for Chinese second-year students is organized in lecture and laboratory formats. The lecturers of YKSUG teach the specialized disciplines "Microbiology" and "Plant Ecology," successfully combining the transmission of fundamental theoretical knowledge with intensive practical work.

Particular interest among international students is aroused by laboratory workshops, where theoretical material finds direct practical application. Under the guidance of Belarusian specialists, the students work with biological objects, master modern research methods and learn to analyze the results in detail. This format allows Chinese students not only to assimilate the academic modules more deeply, but also to clearly see the integration of biological science into research and professional activity.

The joint educational programme "Biology 4+0" serves as an effective platform for professional, scientific and cultural interaction between representatives of the two universities. For the teaching staff of YKSUG, this is an excellent opportunity to share advanced domestic experience and get acquainted with the specifics of the organization of higher education in China. In turn, for Chinese students, this is a unique chance to learn from leading specialists from a different educational environment and significantly expand their understanding of modern biological science.

The successful implementation and development of this programme serve as another confirmation of the systematic strengthening of the international academic ties of Kupala University and the expansion of the horizons of scientific and educational cooperation.

Meeting with the Secretary-General of the National Museum of the Sultanate of Oman Held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno

On September 17, a meeting with a delegation from the Sultanate of Oman was held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. During the visit, the international guests spoke with staff and students of Kupala University and discussed prospects for cooperation with the university administration.

The Sultanate of Oman was represented at the event by Jamal Hassan Al Moosawi, Secretary-General of the National Museum; Badr Amur Al Harusi, Head of the Secretary-General's Office; and Anastasiia Dusheiko, Projects Coordinator. Also present as accompanying persons were Veronika Shishkovskaya, Consultant of the Department of Culture and Folk Art of the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Belarus, and Oksana Kokhanova, Chief Specialist of the Department of the Grodno Regional Executive Committee.

Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno was represented by Aleksandr Karevskiy, First Vice-Rector; Vasiliy Sianko, Vice-Rector for Ideological and Educational Affairs; Liavontsi Paulau, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs; Aksana Kotava, Head of the Department for Ideological and Educational Work; Anna Solovyova, Head of the Public Relations Centre; Sviatlana Mardzechka, Head of the Museum of the History of YKSUG; Alena Belakoz, Head of the Internationalization Education Centre and Volha Minava, Head of the International Cooperation Department.

Before the official talks with the university leadership, the delegation met with students of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. Mr. Jamal Hassan Al Moosawi told the students about the Sultanate of Oman, its geography, history of formation, culture and international relations. The meeting was held in the format of an open dialogue. The students listened to the guest with interest, asked questions and offered ideas for promoting Oman. The delegation was then given a tour of Kupala University.

Afterwards, the meeting with the leadership of YKSUG began. Following an exchange of greetings, the international guests were presented with a presentation about Kupala University, its history, achievements and international activities. The parties then proceeded to discuss opportunities for cooperation.

Representatives of YKSUG requested assistance in establishing contractual relations with Sultan Qaboos University and other higher education institutions of the Sultanate of Oman interested in cooperation with Kupala University. The following were identified as priority areas: the development and implementation of joint scientific and educational projects; the participation of university representatives in each other's events; the exchange of staff for internships, professional development and lecturing; and the development of academic mobility of students for studying in their specialization for 1–2 semesters.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Aleksandr Karevskiy thanked the international guests for the visit and the productive dialogue.

Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno and Derzhavin Tambov State University Develop Scientific Cooperation

On September 17–18, a visit of the delegation from Derzhavin Tambov State University is taking place at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. The delegation includes Alexander Gusev, Vice-Rector for Research, and Alexei Abramov, Director of the Centre for Advanced Chemical Technologies.

The working meeting was held on September 17. Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno was represented by Natalia Bashun, Vice-Rector for Research; Dzmitry Linnik, Dean of the Faculty of Engineering; Volha Yanchurevich, Dean of the Faculty of Biology and Ecology; Aleksandr Varantsou, Dean of the Faculty of Physics and Technology; Sviatlana Hanchar, Dean of the Faculty of Philology; Anton Glazeu, Head of the Research Division; and Aleksandr Vasilevich, Director of the University's Science and Technology Park.

The participants discussed promising areas of joint work in the scientific, scientific-technical and innovation spheres. Special attention was paid to conducting joint research, preparing scientific publications and forming project initiatives for participation in competitions.

A separate area of interaction could be the joint solution of technological tasks of enterprises and organizations in the real sector of the economy of Belarus and Russia. The implementation of such initiatives presupposes the use of the human resources and material potential of the two universities.

The parties also considered the possibilities of publishing the results of joint research in the scientific journals of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno and Derzhavin Tambov State University.

Representatives of the Faculty of Engineering, the Faculty of Physics and Technology, as well as the Faculty of Biology and Ecology of YKSUG presented the key areas of scientific work of the faculties and identified possible growth points for further cooperation.

The current meeting continues the established partnership between the universities. Currently, the Roadmap for Scientific and Educational Cooperation for 2025–2026 is being implemented, as well as the international cooperation programmes of the Faculty of Philology of YKSUG and the Faculty of Philology and Linguistics of the Institute of Social Sciences of Derzhavin Tambov State University for 2025–2027, and the Faculty of Economics and Management of YKSUG with Derzhavin Tambov State University for 2025–2026.

In addition, the universities are working on a joint project dedicated to the study and analysis of the demographic situation among students.