Yanka Kupala
State University of Grodno
Certificates awarded to participants of interactive seminars on creativity research using artificial intelligence at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
On August 13, a solemn closing ceremony of the interactive research-oriented seminars "Exploring Creative Thinking of the Individual through Experimental AI-Assisted Projective Techniques" was held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. Certificates were awarded to ten students from the People's Republic of China.
"Exploring Individual Creative Thinking through Experimental Projective Techniques Using Artificial Intelligence" is an innovative project successfully organized by the Department of Philosophy of the Faculty of Pedagogy under the expert guidance of Doctor of Philosophical Sciences, Professor Snezhana Semiarnik. It has become a place that combines advanced psychological and pedagogical approaches with modern digital technologies, as well as a significant step in the development of international scientific dialogue.
Natalia Bashun, Vice-Rector for Research, addressed those present. She congratulated the international students on completing the seminar series and wished them success and future scientific achievements. After that, Natalia Bashun personally presented certificates to each of the ten participants.
Throughout the course, the international students actively familiarized themselves with the methodological tools of the latest technologies for researching creative thinking. They not only studied the theoretical framework but also conducted a full diagnostic assessment of creative thinking using experimental AI-assisted projective techniques.
Meeting with Representative of the Boyan Recruitment and Support Centre for International Students held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
Today, August 13, Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno welcomed Wang Zhang, General Director of the Boyan Recruitment and Support Centre for International Students LLC. The main topic of the talks was further cooperation.
YKSUG side was represented by Liavontsi Paulau, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs; Alena Belakoz, Head of the for Internationalization Education Centre; Iryna Hlaunitskaya, Head of the Recruitment and Registration of International Citizens Department; Alexandra Zhuk, Head of the International Projects and Academic Mobility Department; Alesia Belko, Deputy Head of the Internationalization Education Centre; Andrei Pranevich, Dean of the Faculty of Mathematics and Informatics; Volha Yanchurevich, Dean of the Faculty of Biology and Ecology; and Dzmitry Buyanouskiy, Lecturer of the General Military Disciplines Cycle.
At the beginning of the meeting, Liavontsi Paulau expressed gratitude to the representative of the Recruitment and Support Centre for International Students for active cooperation and assistance in the implementation of joint educational programmes. Representatives of YKSUG then presented a video about the university, its achievements and international activities.
The parties then proceeded to discuss issues of further cooperation. The meeting participants considered the prospects for joint cooperation within the framework of the Joint Institute of Intelligent Sciences and Engineering of YKSUG and Qilu Normal University, and also outlined new possible areas of development.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Liavontsi Paulau thanked his colleague for the open dialogue and expressed hope for fruitful cooperation.
PHOTO FACT: students of the Russian Language Summer School continue to learn the language and get acquainted with Belarusian Culture
The training at the Russian Language Summer School is in full swing! International students are diligently studying not only the Russian language but also the culture of Belarus.
Yesterday, August 12, an excursion was organized for the participants to one of Grodno's main landmarks – the Cathedral of St. Francis Xavier. The students not only learned about the rich history of the Cathedral but also saw with their own eyes one of its main attractions – the ancient organ – and admired the incredible beauty of the building. The day ended with the performance of Russian songs.
Today, August 13, the participants of the Summer School continued to master the nuances of the Russian language with teachers from YKSUG and got acquainted with traditional national dishes at a culinary master class. The students will also experience a Belarusian evening, which will allow them to learn more about Belarusian culture.
PHOTO FACT: International students of the Russian Language Summer School continue their studies at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
From August 3 to 22, the Russian Language Summer School is being held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. The training is in full swing: half of the programme has already been successfully completed by participants from China and Germany.
Yesterday, at the "Learning from Each Other" meeting, student volunteers organized a creative skills exchange: they taught the international guests how to knit, and also introduced them to Belarusian folk crafts. In addition, the participants visited the Museum of the History of YKSUG, where they learned about the university's rich heritage and its origins.
Sightseeing tours of Grodno have also been organized for the international guests, allowing them to explore the architecture of the ancient city and take part in cultural and entertainment events.
It is worth noting that the Russian Language Summer School is becoming not only an educational platform for international students, but also a true bridge of friendship between cultures. In addition to classes and creative meetings, each day brings the participants new discoveries, bright emotions and unforgettable impressions, and the warm atmosphere of our hospitality will long remain in the hearts of the guests from China and Germany.
From Historical Discoveries to National Cuisine at the Summer School
History, heritage and treats – at the Summer School of Belarusian Language and Culture, every day holds new discoveries. The students followed the paths of the classics, learned about the origins of the Belarusian nation, and learned how to prepare masterpieces of traditional cuisine.
The busy weekend passed, but even on sunny days of rest, the Summer School participants did not stop their drive to explore Belarusian culture. At the Maksim Bahdanovich Museum, the guests learned about the poet's childhood in the Grodno region, at the Eliza Orzeszko House-Museum they heard about the creation of her famous works in the city on the Neman, and also visited the famous Grodno State Museum of the History of Religion.
The historical excursion continued with the start of the new week. Associate Professor of the Department of Belarusian History, Archaeology and Special Historical Disciplines Aleksandr Hornyi delivered a lecture to the students on the formation of the Belarusian nation, the origins of the national idea and the difficult path of the formation of Belarusian statehood. In previous years, Aleksandr Hornyi introduced guests to the city during excursions, but this year he gained lecturing experience:
– I believe that this topic is very useful for school participants. They need to understand how the Belarusian language developed in its historical context, how it acquired its social, cultural and intellectual features. Such lectures significantly expand the students' knowledge. The reaction of the students was extremely positive: many realized that the history of Belarus is a complex, tragic and at the same time heroic path.
Next, the students were treated to the most delicious master class on Belarusian cuisine – "Taste It – Delicious!" The menu immediately evoked such vivid images that it was hard to hold back one's appetite: babka (potato casserole) with meat and mushrooms, raisin buns, baked apples with honey, and a refreshing mint drink.
Under the guidance of experienced hostesses, the cooking process was easy, fun and useful. After all, how else can you feel the spirit of the country and learn its culture one hundred percent without tasting national dishes and, most importantly, without learning how to cook them with your own hands?
This is how another day at the Summer School ended appetizingly, freely and with homely warmth. And ahead of the participants await many more bright discoveries and unforgettable moments!
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno at the Centre of Intercultural Dialogue: Russian Language Summer School in Full Swing
The Russian Language Summer School continues at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno – an annual educational project that introduces international students to the history and culture of Belarus in an interactive format.
Over the course of three weeks, the participants are intensively studying the Russian language under the guidance of experienced teachers from the Department of Russian Philology, improving their conversational skills and deepening their knowledge of grammar. In addition to classroom sessions, students go on sightseeing tours of Grodno, learn about the history and architecture of the ancient city, and take part in cultural and entertainment events. A particular favourite among participants is the "Karaoke in Russian" project, where they not only practice pronunciation but also perform famous Russian songs in a friendly atmosphere.
Let us remind you that the Summer School is attended by international students from China and Germany. The classes are organized on the basis of the Faculty of Philology of YKSUG and will continue until August 22 inclusive.
The project has become a good tradition of YKSUG, opening up the richness of the Russian language to international students and creating a space for lively intercultural communication.
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Student Tsimur Siuko – Silver Medalist at the III International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence
The Belarusian national team made its debut at the III International Olympiad in Artificial Intelligence, which was held from August 2 to 8 in Astana, Kazakhstan. A silver medal was brought to the team's collection by Tsimur Siuko, a 1st-year student of the Faculty of Mathematics and Computer Science of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
Tsimur, a recent graduate of Gymnasium No. 1 named after Academician E.F. Karski, joined the national team alongside three school students.
It is worth noting that the path to success began long before the final. First, the young man passed the regional selection, then the republican stage, where the composition of the national team was determined. "Half of the tasks were unfamiliar to me," Tsimur admits. "But that was precisely the main challenge. I had to figure things out on the fly, look for unconventional approaches and test my hypotheses."
According to the first-year student, the preparation and participation themselves became an invaluable experience for him. "To be honest, everything was held together by enthusiasm – both mine and that of our mentors. We were not afraid to try new things, learn from our rivals, and step outside the familiar. It was a great period that gave me much more than just an award," the first-year student shares his impressions.
The debut performance of the Belarusian team at such a prestigious international arena ended successfully, which became a vivid testament to the high level of youth training in the field of artificial intelligence.
We congratulate Tsimur and wish him new victories on the path to great discoveries!
How the Summer School Felt the Magic of Folk Crafts
Today, the participants of the Summer School of Belarusian Language and Culture exchanged the cozy walls of the main building library for the picturesque landscapes of the Navahrudak region and the historic corners of the Karelichy region. While throughout the week teachers and staff had been bringing Belarus closer to the students in the classrooms, today they set out on a real journey!
The first stop was the Crafts Department of the Navahrudak District Centre of Culture and Folk Creativity. The guests were given a tour of the museum exhibition, which features unique examples of embroidery, fabric, clay and metal products carefully preserved in local villages. The students also saw contemporary works by young students of the centre, who continue to create in accordance with artistic traditions. A craftswoman demonstrated the work of a loom and noted the specifics of weaving characteristic of the Navahrudak region.
Next, the participants enjoyed a fascinating master class on Navahrudak vytsinanka-vybivanka (paper cutting and embossing). This is a distinctive technique where a pattern is embossed on paper using special tools or metal tubes, with a diamond-shaped grid serving as the basis of the composition. In the past, such openwork paper decorations adorned houses – they created towels for icons and curtains with flowers, stars and birds. The main keeper of this intangible heritage today is Natalia Klimko, a folk master of Belarus.
After a sightseeing tour of the iconic places of Navahrudak, the travellers headed to the agricultural town of Raitse in the Karelichy District, where they visited the historic manor of the Rajetski-Putkamer family. The manor house in the classicist style and the remains of the old park preserve the memory of Marylya Putkamer – the beloved of Adam Mickiewicz. Here, another creative master class awaited the students – on straw weaving, led by craftswoman Vera Saldatava.
At the end of the day, the guests visited the local shrine – the Church of St. Barbara, which was originally built as a Catholic church and later reconsecrated as an Orthodox church. Its rich history was told to the students by Priest Alexei Shyshkir.
The day turned out to be exceptionally rich and emotional. We hope we managed to convey at least a part of that unforgettable atmosphere and valuable knowledge that filled the hearts of the Summer School participants today!
International students continue to study Russian language and Culture of Belarus at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
The students are intensively studying the Russian language and immersing themselves in the language environment through interactive classes and communication with teachers. The curriculum is designed to combine academic classes with creative formats: students learn the language through music, songs and interactive exercises.
In addition to classroom sessions, sightseeing tours of Grodno have been organized for the school participants, during which they get acquainted with the history and architecture of the city, learn about the cultural traditions of Belarus, and apply their acquired language skills in real-life situations.
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From the wisdom of proverbs to Slutsk belts: another eventful day at the Summer School
Associate Professor of the Department of Belarusian Philology Maria Yakaltsevich delivered a fascinating lecture for the Summer School participants on the image of women in Belarusian paremiology – proverbs and sayings. The choice of this topic became very symbolic in the Year of the Belarusian Woman.
The lecture aroused great interest among project participant Piotr Fedosov:
– This is not the first time I have come to the Summer School, so I have heard Maria Antonovna's lectures before. This deep linguistic approach to the analysis of proverbs is truly a unique experience that I have not encountered elsewhere. Most of the meeting was devoted precisely to the image of women. I especially remembered a very warm proverb: "There is no shop where mothers are sold." It is wonderful, because mother is always about boundless love.
The lecture was followed by a talk by Library Director Mikalai Grynko, "And the Hand Weaves, Forgetting..." He told the students about the history of the Slutsk manufactories and the world-famous Slutsk belts.
The participants delved into the study of the traditional Belarusian costume, paying special attention to headwear and the distinctive features of the festive attire with its wide aprons, lace and rich embroidery. The students learned about the sacred content of the ornament: in the past, embroidery could determine a person's social status, the number of children in the family, and even the skill of the hosts! And the first belt in every Belarusian's life was a thin twisted ribbon of three threads, which was put on a child immediately after birth.
Anna Pykhtina, School student, shared her impressions:
– It was extremely interesting to learn so much about the Belarusian costume. We not only discovered the history of belts but also touched the rich world of folk culture as a whole. I really liked how these themes intersect with literature, as I sincerely love Belarusian poetry and prose. A particular pleasure was examining the many bright illustrations in various artistic styles.
A distinctive conclusion to the day was a weaving master class, where every participant could try their hand at the craft.
The atmosphere of Grodno and Russian grammar: how the Summer School at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno is going
The fourth day of the Russian Language Summer School has started at YKSUG. For the participants from China and Germany, the intensive immersion in the language environment continues: in the first half of the day, daily four-hour Russian language classes are held, during which students practice grammar and conversational skills.
The programme for participants remains truly rich and diverse. A bright highlight of today will be the evening excursion "Urban Sculpture." The international guests will not only be able to admire the architectural heritage of Grodno but also feel the unique atmosphere of the regional centre. For the students, such a walk is a lively and engaging way to touch the history and traditions of the Belarusian land.
A New Day – New Knowledge: The Summer School explores the phenomenon of Ivan Melezh
The Summer School of Belarusian Language and Culture continues to reveal the hidden pages of our heritage to international participants. Today, we focus on the literary block dedicated to a figure without whom classical Belarusian prose is impossible to imagine.
Associate Professor of the Department of Belarusian Philology Sviatlana Tarasava told the students about the talent and legacy of Ivan Melezh, the People's Writer of Belarus. The choice of this topic is natural: February 6 marked the 105th anniversary of the birth of the master of words. This anniversary year is passing under the sign of respect for his work – Melezh is the subject of magazine publications, scientific collections and thematic events. The organizers of the Summer School also wanted to show international guests the uniqueness of the talent of a genius, the likes of whom in terms of scale and depth have not yet appeared in Belarusian prose.
– The uniqueness of Ivan Melezh is explained by the fact that with his Polesie, he essentially rediscovered Belarus for Belarusians. His works are a mini-projection of how different regions of our country live. Despite the fact that every corner has its own distinctive features, the markers that Ivan Melezh highlighted in his "Polesie Chronicle" are the most realistic foundation characteristic of the Belarusian people as a whole, – emphasized Sviatlana Tarasava.
Thanks to such classes, the Summer School students not only expand their vocabulary, but also begin to understand the context of Belarusian culture through the prism of classical works.
"Karaoke in Russian": A musical day at the Russian Language Summer School
Today, August 5, the third day of the Russian Language Summer School was held at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. The key event of the day was the creative activity "Karaoke in Russian," which brought together the school participants in a musical communication format.
This year, the Russian Language Summer School is running from August 3 to 22 on the basis of the Faculty of Philology of YKSUG. Its participants include representatives from Xinjiang Normal University (China) and Germany. For them, participation in the project is a unique opportunity to deepen their knowledge of the Russian language, as well as to get acquainted with the culture, history and traditions of Belarus.
It is worth recalling that the school's programme includes daily four-hour Russian language classes, as well as additional 10-hour elective courses. One of them – "Karaoke in Russian" – was in the spotlight today. The participants happily performed famous Russian songs, practicing pronunciation and expanding their vocabulary in a light and playful form.
The event gave participants new knowledge and positive emotions, and once again confirmed that the Russian language is a living, melodic and inspiring world that unites people from different countries. Ahead of the school participants are new classes, exciting excursions and unforgettable impressions.
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