Yanka Kupala
State University of Grodno
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno lecturer Yauheni Auchynnikau showcases his developments at an exhibition in Kazakhstan
Right now, Yauheni Auchynnikau, Head of the Department of Architecture and Construction at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, is participating in the VII International Exhibition on Mechanical Engineering and Metalworking, Kazakhstan Machinery Fair. The event will run until April 4.
The exhibition has brought together experts in the fields of mechanical engineering, metalworking, and welding technologies from Austria, Belarus, Brazil, the United Kingdom, Germany, Italy, Spain, Kazakhstan, China, Latvia, Lithuania, the Netherlands, Russia, the United States, Turkey, France, the Czech Republic, Switzerland, Sweden, the Republic of Korea, and Japan. In total, about 300 companies are presenting their cutting-edge developments this year.
The exhibition covers the entire manufacturing industry. Visitors have the opportunity to explore developments in 11 thematic sections: metalworking equipment; forging and pressing equipment; foundry equipment; measuring machines, instruments and tools; metal-cutting tools and tooling; robotics, production automation, software; additive technologies, industrial 3D printing; lubricants and cutting fluids; products of machine-building enterprises; electrical equipment and products; industrial logistics and warehouse technologies.
The Republic of Belarus is presenting over 20 innovative developments at the exhibition. Among them are the developments of Yauheni Auchynnikau. He has presented multifunctional graphene-containing electric spark coatings that increase the service life of various types of products and structures; import-substituting thermosetting carbon-containing polymer nanocomposite coatings; and nanocomposite lubricants.
Yauheni Auchynnikau’s participation in such a large-scale event confirms the high scientific potential of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno and its readiness to actively participate in the development of mechanical engineering and metalworking.
XI International Scientific and Practical Conference Held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno in collaboration with Saratov State Academy of Law
Today, April 3, 2026, Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno hosted the XI International Scientific and Practical Conference for Young Scientists, Postgraduates, Students, and Master's Students on the topic: "Information Technologies in Civil Proceedings: Current State and Prospects, Possibilities and Limits of Artificial Intelligence." The event took place using videoconferencing.
The conference was opened by Igar Martynenka, Head of the Department of Civil Law and Procedure at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
"Today's conference is being held for the eleventh time within the framework of contractual relations between Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno and Saratov State Academy of Law. We have established good, productive, scientific, and educational relations," noted Igar Martynenka.
Natalia Bashun, Vice-Rector for Research, addressed the conference participants with a welcoming speech.
"On behalf of the Rector of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, Iryna Kiturka, and the entire scientific community, allow me to welcome you to the XI International Scientific and Practical Conference, dedicated to one of the most relevant topics of our time – the digital transformation of justice," emphasized Natalia Bashun. "Of course, I want to address our young researchers, scientists, students, master's students, and postgraduates. Participation in the conference opens up broad opportunities: exchanging experiences and ideas, conducting discussions, meeting renowned representatives and leaders of scientific fields. A scientific conference is a platform where new knowledge and ideas are born and discussed, which creates unique opportunities for professional growth".
The purpose of the conference was to examine the concepts of "electronic justice", "electronic proceedings", and "digital justice", as well as to study the problems and prospects of introducing artificial intelligence into justice.
The meeting moderators were: Igar Martynenka, Head of the Department of Civil Law and Procedure at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, Doctor of Law, Professor; and Aksana Isaenkova, Head of the Department of Civil Procedure at Saratov State Law Academy, Doctor of Law, Professor.
The conference participants included students and faculty of the Faculty of Law of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, as well as representatives of Saratov State Academy of Law.
Students of YKSUG took part in an intellectual tournament about Belarusian and Russian prominent figures
On April 1, on the eve of the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Belarus and Russia, Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno hosted the IV International Student Intellectual Tournament in a mixed (in-person and online) format titled "Belarusian and Russian Public Figures (Philosophers, Writers, Politicians) – Jubilarians of 2026". The event brought together nine teams from eight universities across the two countries.
The tournament was dedicated to the anniversaries of prominent figures of Belarus and Russia: Fyodor Dostoevsky, Konstantin Ostrogsky, Kondrat Krapiva, and Mikhail Saltykov-Shchedrin.
The competition was held in two stages. During the first – correspondence – stage, participants were required to submit an application along with a video business card of their team. In this video, they had to talk about one of the jubilarians, explain why that person was chosen by the team, and briefly clarify the significance of celebrating the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Belarus and Russia in the team's view.
In the second stage, teams tested their knowledge in the main part of the tournament. Three tasks awaited them. In the first task, teams prepared a short presentation on the topic "Challenges and Prospects for the Development of East Slavic Peoples in the 21st Century." The second task, titled "Five Whys?", required participants to first familiarize themselves with the biographies of the prominent jubilarians and then answer questions about them. The third task was a reflective one. Teams were given quotes from the jubilarians, which they had to interpret, explaining what they believed the main idea of the statement was and how relevant it is in our time.
Following a fierce competition, the team from Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno deservedly took first place, sharing it with representatives from Herzen State Pedagogical University of Russia.
The jury of the competition included representatives from both countries: Tatyana Leontyeva, Doctor of Philology, Associate Professor, Head of the Department of Mass Communication Languages at the School of Public Administration and Entrepreneurship of Ural Federal University; Svetlana Varyanitsa, Deputy Chairperson of the Grodno Regional Organization of the "Belaya Rus" Public Association; Irina Kalecheva, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor, Leading Specialist of the Research Department of Historical and Cultural Heritage of the National Library of Belarus; and Alexandra Dubravina, Candidate of Philosophical Sciences, Associate Professor, Associate Professor of the Department of Philosophy at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
The goal of the tournament was not only to jointly celebrate a holiday important to both countries but also to strengthen the East Slavic unity of Belarus and Russia and to popularize the ideas of prominent figures among young people.
The tournament organizers were the Department of Philosophy of the Faculty of Pedagogy at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, the Grodno Regional Organization of the "Belaya Rus" Public Association, and the School of Public Administration and Entrepreneurship of Ural Federal University.
"Belarus and Russia: Intersection of Destinies" – a dialogue at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
On April 2, the Day of Unity of the Peoples of Belarus and Russia, Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno became a venue for an open dialogue dedicated to the partnership relations between the two countries. The meeting brought together faculty and 1st–5th year students seeking a deeper understanding of the historical path and prospects of Belarusian-Russian cooperation.
The event was opened by Siarhei Amelka, Head of the Department of Belarusian History, Archaeology and Special Historical Disciplines. Siarhei Amelka presented the historical context of Russian-Belarusian relations to the participants, highlighting the key stages of their development. As part of the meeting, a report from the First Information Channel News.by, "Day of Unity of the Peoples of Belarus and Russia: How It All Began and What Has Been Achieved Together?", was screened. The video allowed participants to visually trace the path traveled by Belarus and Russia and appreciate the scale of jointly implemented projects.
Aliaksandr Arlukevich, Deputy Dean for Ideological and Educational Work of the Faculty of Psychology, Associate Professor of the Department of Political Science and Sociology, Candidate of Historical Sciences, presented a report titled "The Union State: Achievements and Prospects". Aliaksandr Arlukevich analyzed the key successes in the development of the Union State and outlined the main directions for its further strengthening.
Professor Edmund Jarmusik, Doctor of Historical Sciences, Professor of the Department of Belarusian History, Archaeology and Special Historical Disciplines of the Faculty of History, Communication and Tourism, presented a report on "Cooperation between the Grodno Region and the Regions of Russia: Current State and Prospects". In his speech, Edmund Jarmusik paid special attention to the practical aspects of interaction at the regional level, identifying both existing achievements and potential opportunities for further development.
Meeting with a delegation of the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the Republic of Belarus took place at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
The delegation included Alisher Babaev, Advisor to the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the Republic of Belarus; Consul Nodir Usarov; Aziz Rakhimov, Assistant to the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the Republic of Belarus; and Azizkhuja Ganikhujaev, Assistant to the Consul. The meeting was held today, April 2.
The meeting was attended by representatives of the Internal Affairs Directorate of the Grodno Regional Executive Committee: Yuri Vorobey, Head of the Citizenship and Migration Department, and Yulia Byk, Deputy Head of the Citizenship and Migration Department; representatives of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno: Aksana Kotava, Head of the Ideological and Educational Work Department; Alena Belakoz, Head of the Education Internationalization Center; Alesia Belko, Head of the International Projects and Academic Mobility Department; Volha Minava, Head of the International Cooperation Department; as well as students of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno who are citizens of Uzbekistan.
Cooperation between Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno and higher education institutions of the Republic of Uzbekistan dates back to 2009, when a Cooperation Agreement was signed with the Tashkent Automobile and Road Institute, now known as the Tashkent State Transport University. To date, YKSUG collaborates with universities of the Republic of Uzbekistan under 29 interuniversity agreements, six of which were signed in 2025.
Today's visit was the sixth and began with a welcome speech by Liavontsi Paulau, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
"Representatives of the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan visit our university regularly, which indicates the attention paid to us not only by the Embassy representatives but by the entire country," noted Liavontsi Paulau.
Alisher Babaev, Advisor to the Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the Republic of Belarus, also addressed the meeting participants. In his speech, Alisher Babaev emphasized that the Embassy's doors are always open to citizens of his country and that students can count on help and support by reaching out with any issues — as protecting the interests of their compatriots remains a priority of the diplomatic mission.
Special attention at the meeting was paid to compliance with internal regulations and public order. The participants discussed preventive measures for delinquency prevention aimed at improving legal awareness and fostering responsible behavior among international students. After the open dialogue, the students actively inquired about the possibility of doing internships at the Embassy.
At the conclusion of the visit, the delegation of the Embassy of the Republic of Uzbekistan in the Republic of Belarus was given a tour of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
Ambition should be rewarded: High Technology Park invites you to participate in competitions for grants
The Secretariat of the Supervisory Board of the High Technology Park has announced the launch of two open public grant competitions aimed at supporting talented students and teachers, encouraging their professional development, and facilitating staffing for the country's innovative economy.
Participants eligible for the "IT Bonus of HTP" student grant are citizens of the Republic of Belarus who are enrolled in the 1st or 2nd year of full-time study at higher education institutions in specialized IT fields. A student may nominate themselves, or the university may nominate a candidate.
To participate in the competition, applicants must submit to the Secretariat of the Supervisory Board of the High Technology Park: an application form, an essay on the topic "My Contribution to the Development of the IT Sector of Belarus", a transcript of academic records, a portfolio of achievements, a recommendation from the faculty or educational institution leadership, and consent to the processing of personal data.
The "For Contribution to the Development of IT Education" grant for teachers may be awarded to faculty members of higher education institutions who have at least 3 years of pedagogical experience. Nominations for this grant may be submitted by the university or resident companies of the High Technology Park through the Educational Council of the High Technology Park.
To nominate a teacher for the competition, the nominating party must submit to the Secretariat of the Supervisory Board of the High Technology Park: an extract from the decision of the higher education institution's council, a reference letter, the candidate's portfolio, and consent to the processing of personal data.
The deadline for submitting documents for participation in both competitions is May 31.
We invite members of the Kupala community to participate!
Detailed information about the competition and the required document forms can be found at the link.
The public speaking competition "Ciceronius–2026" was held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
The event, which was attended by students, including international students, as well as trainees and cadets of the university, took place on April 1.
As part of the competition, participants faced three stages that fully revealed their skills as public speakers.
In the first stage, called "Business Card", the contestants prepared a presentation about themselves. In the second stage – the impromptu speech contest "Point of View" – participants demonstrated their improvisation skills. After drawing a topic, they had to elaborate on it without prior preparation. The topics were very diverse, ranging from life values and friendship to choosing one's path in life. In the third stage, the "Performance Contest," contestants had to deliver a pre-prepared speech on the theme "Belarusian Woman: Peace. Creation. Love". International students had a different assignment – they were to give a presentation about their country and its customs.
Based on the results of the three competitive rounds, the honorary first place was taken by Ivan Muzychko, a 1st-year student of the Faculty of History, Communication and Tourism. Second place went to Valeria Kovalenko, a 1st-year student of the Faculty of History, Communication and Tourism, and third place rightfully went to Marya Maretskaya, a 3rd-year student of the Faculty of Law.
An equally vibrant and inspiring competition took place among the international participants, where first place was won by Akgozel Ilamanova, a 3rd-year student of the Faculty of Philology. The holder of second place was Merjen Nurgeldieva, a 1st-year student of the Faculty of Philology, and rounding out the top three in third place was Alonso Jose Cespedes Zabala, a 4th-year student of the Faculty of Law.
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno to host scientific conference on transport and mechanical engineering
On May 29, the Faculty of Engineering at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno will host the X International Scientific Conference of Young Scientists "Engineering and Economic Support for Transport and Mechanical Engineering Activities".
Students, master's students, doctoral students, young scientists without an academic degree, as well as senior school students from secondary schools, gymnasiums, and lyceums are invited to participate.
Within the framework of the conference, participants will be able to present papers in four sections: "Engineering Support for Mechanical Engineering Production," "Engineering Support for Transport Activities," "Problems of Logistics in Transport and Mechanical Engineering," and "Engineering Start: Current Issues in Mechanical Engineering Production, Transport, and Logistics" (for senior school students). The working languages of the conference are Belarusian, Russian, and English.
To become a participant, it is necessary to register by April 15 and attach a file with the paper to the registration form. The registration form must be completed separately for each co-author. Participation is available in in-person, correspondence, and online formats.
We invite all interested parties to participate!
Detailed information about the conference and formatting requirements can be found on the Faculty of Engineering website.
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno invites you to participate in the competition for grants from the University's Innovative Development Fund for 2026
The competition organized by Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno is aimed at supporting research and innovation projects, as well as developing student technological entrepreneurship.
The competition for grants from the University's Innovation Development Fund for 2026 will be held in three stages. The first stage will last until May 8 and includes the submission of applications for the competition, along with the provision of a business project and its feasibility study. The second stage will run from May 11 to May 29, during which the submitted materials will be reviewed. The third stage will take place from June 1 to June 19, featuring the selection of projects and the announcement of results.
The competition provides funding for research projects with a duration of up to one calendar year, with a funding amount not exceeding 25,000 Belarusian rubles; startup projects, including those that have won or placed in open university student startup competitions; and projects for prototyping student developments, with a funding amount not exceeding 15,000 Belarusian rubles.
To participate in the competition, applicants must complete an application form and submit it to the Research Division of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno at 22 Ozeshko St., Room 403.
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Civic-Patriotic Marathon "Time Chose Us" will be held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
From May 4 to May 7, Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno will become a center of patriotic education. Over these four days, the university will host the International Civic-Patriotic Marathon "Time Chose Us". Participants will include more than 20 educational institutions from the Republic of Belarus and the Russian Federation.
As part of the marathon, participants will compete in a variety of activities.
In the creative category "Youth. Initiative. Future," competitors will take part in the video contest "No One is Forgotten, Nothing is Forgotten," dedicated to the 85th anniversary of the start of the Great Patriotic War, the "Creative Presentation of the Educational Institution" contest, and the creative competition "We Are the Heirs of Victory!"
To demonstrate their intellectual abilities, participants can join the "Connoisseurs of Native Land" category, which includes the "Erudite" intellectual game and a debate competition.
Participants will also be engaged in the category "Together – in Defense of Life, Morality, and Family Values," which focuses on family values. This category will feature the "Hot Bread" and "Making Decorative Wooden Products" contests.
In the military-applied category "Ready to Defend the Fatherland," competitors will face challenges such as "Marksman," "Thrower," "Fire Group," "Drone Operator," and "Tactical Shooting (Rifle)," as well as a military-sports relay race titled "Ready to Defend the Fatherland."
In addition to military-sports competitions, participants will also take part in purely athletic events. As part of the "Together – for a Healthy Lifestyle" event, they will compete in Gorodki, play darts, football, and volleyball, and participate in the sports relay "Healthy Me – Healthy Country."
Follow the competition on the website and social media pages of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
Students of YKSUG are invited to participate in the II Youth Forum of the Union State
From April 28 to 30, the II Youth Forum of the Union State of Belarus and Russia will be held in Minsk at the Belarusian State Economic University. Students from Belarusian and Russian universities are eligible to become participants.
The forum is organized by the "Russian House" public association in Minsk (Rossotrudnichestvo), in partnership with the Belarusian State Economic University, the A.V. Makarenko OECONOMICUS Economics Club of MGIMO, and the Eurasian Educational Institute of MGIMO.
As part of the forum, participants will have the opportunity to work in four sections: "Economic and Industrial Integration," "Youth Entrepreneurship," "Digital Economy and Innovation," and "Foreign Economic Activity and Competitiveness." The sections will be conducted in a team-based case-solving format, followed by presentations to experts. The best teams will be awarded commemorative prizes based on the forum's outcomes.
To participate in the competitive selection, applicants must complete an application form by April 8 and then undergo a brief online interview with the forum's organizing team.
Marya Maretskaya and Darya Davydik, students of the Faculty of Law of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, became the winners of the international creative competition on the law of the BRICS countries
From March 5 to 12, the International Creative Presentation Competition "Law of the BRICS Countries: The Youth's Perspective" was held in the Russian city of Orekhovo-Zuyevo, at the Faculty of Law of the State University of Humanities and Technology.
The competition brought together secondary school students, college students, and university students. It was organized with the aim of engaging young people in the field of international legal relations and intercultural cooperation, as well as promoting issues related to BRICS in the sphere of law.
In the "Legal Comparative Studies" category, Marya Maretskaya, a 3rd-year student specializing in "Customs Affairs" at the Faculty of Law, was awarded first place, while Darya Davydik, a 4th-year student specializing in "Jurisprudence" at the Faculty of Law, took third place.
The academic supervisors – Irina Moiseeva, Associate Professor at the Department of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Forensic Science, and Natalia Gabets, Senior Lecturer at the Department of International Law – received letters of gratitude for their preparation of the contestants.
Rima Klyuchko, lecturer at the Yanka Kupala State University, took part in the discussion of legal acts on improving the legislation of the CSTO member states
On March 26, a meeting of the Expert Advisory Council under the Council of the CSTO Parliamentary Assembly was held in St. Petersburg. Rima Klyuchko, Head of the Department of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure and Criminalistics at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, took part in the event.
During the meeting, the participants discussed two draft model legal acts. The first one concerned recommendations on improving the legislation of the CSTO member states in the field of the use of electronic warfare forces and assets by the contingents of one CSTO member state, which are part of the groups of Troops (Collective Forces) CSTO, on the territory of another CSTO member state. During the second session, the participants discussed recommendations on harmonizing the legislation of the CSTO member states to ensure internal stability and counteract technologies of external destructive influence aimed at destabilizing the socio-political situation.
During the discussion, the participants noted that due to high integration ties, the destabilization of the situation in one CSTO state could cause negative processes in other countries of the Organization. In this regard, the participants paid special attention to the improvement of criminal law protection measures. It was suggested that criminal laws should provide for liability for receiving foreign aid to carry out extremist activities or finance mass events, as well as for bribing citizens to participate in illegal actions.
The participation of a representative of YKSUG in such an event underlines the recognition of the university's expertise in the international arena.
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