Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Concludes Qualifying Stage of "Space CorpAcc with MTS" Hackathon
From October 9 to 11, 2026, the Technopark of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno hosted the qualifying stage of the "Space CorpAcc with MTS" hackathon, part of a corporate accelerator program. The event was organized with the support of the StartUp Space youth entrepreneurship community.
Over the course of three days, participants worked on solving technical challenges proposed by MTS. Teams were tasked with developing either an AI agent to handle incoming calls from corporate clients or an AI agent to record agreements made during phone conversations. The hackathon included educational lectures and interim check-points, after which mentors selected the teams that would advance to the final.
The finalists presented their projects on October 11. These presentations were recorded on video. Representatives from MTS will evaluate the recordings from finalists across all cities where qualifying stages took place to determine which teams will advance to the program's acceleration stage. Following the acceleration stage, the winning team will have the opportunity to pilot their product in collaboration with MTS.
Information regarding the final selection results will be posted on the official social media channels of StartUp Space of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
Students From the PRC Have Started Their Studies Today
The Department of Journalism at YKSUG is opening up new opportunities for international cooperation and education!
Instruction has begun across two programs in the field of Journalism: the Bachelor’s program (shortened duration) and the Master’s program taught in English.
May your studies be filled with vivid experiences, fascinating discoveries, and new opportunities!
Welcome to the family!
Faculty of Economics and Management Hosts Visiting Professor from the Russian University of Transport
From October 6 to 9, Ilya Okhotnikov, Candidate of Economic Sciences and Associate Professor at the Department of Economics, Finance, and Transport Management of the Institute of Economics and Finance, Russian University of Transport (RUT MIIT), visited the Faculty of Economics and Management at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno as part of the "Visiting Professor" program.
The scholar's visit aimed to foster international cooperation, facilitate the exchange of academic and pedagogical experience, and expand educational opportunities for students.
During his stay, Ilya Okhotnikov conducted a series of lectures and practical sessions for students specializing in "Economics and Management." The educational program focused on addressing key issues in strategic and operational management, as well as analyzing modern trends in the logistics industry. Particular emphasis was placed on formulating and implementing organizational development strategies, enhancing operational efficiency, managing resources, and making decisions within a rapidly changing economic environment.
Students also gained insight into advanced approaches regarding the organization of logistics processes, the development of the transport sector, and supply chain management. This allowed them to familiarize themselves with Russian practices in the fields of economics and logistics. The sessions helped broaden the students' professional horizons and fostered the development of modern competencies and skills for analyzing economic processes.
In addition to his educational activities, Ilya Okhotnikov held a series of meetings with the leadership and faculty of the Faculty of Economics and Management. These discussions addressed key areas for future scientific and academic collaboration between Kupala University and the Russian University of Transport. The meeting participants discussed prospects for developing joint research and exchanging experience in educational activities, as well as the implementation of joint projects involving research and educational internships. Particular attention was paid to opportunities for preparing and publishing joint works.
This meeting marked another step in developing the partnership with the Russian University of Transport. It enabled the expansion of ties and led to agreements on projects aimed at enhancing the quality of education and research, training competitive specialists, and strengthening international cooperation.
Representatives of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Participated in the 9th All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference "Child Protection: Challenges, Approaches, and Solutions"
Faculty members from Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno showcased their expertise and research achievements at an international academic forum. The 9th All-Russian Scientific and Practical Conference, titled "Child Protection: Challenges, Approaches, and Solutions" was held on October 9 at the branch of the Stavropol State Pedagogical Institute in Russia in the city of Zheleznovodsk.
The event was held in conjunction with Russia’s "Decade of Childhood" initiative and the "Year of Preschool Education." The innovative approaches presented by the Kupala University team generated significant interest among international colleagues. Our faculty members delivered presentations at both the plenary session and specialized breakout sessions.
At the plenary session titled "Preschool Childhood Strategy: From Health Preservation to Personality Development," Alena Jukh, Deputy Dean of the Faculty of Pedagogy, presented a paper on "Implementing a Practice-Oriented Approach in Training Preschool Educators: The Experience of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno (Republic of Belarus)." Volha Chekh, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Natural Science and Linguistic Disciplines and Teaching Methods, spoke on "The School Educational Pathway: Preparing Future Educators for Individualization, Motivation, and Psychological Safety" during the session dedicated to that same topic. At the same session, Kirill Jukh, Senior Lecturer at the Department of Sports Disciplines of the Faculty of Physical Education, presented a paper titled "Students' Educational Pathway in Physical Education: Motivation and Psychological Well-being Through the Lens of Chinese Wellness Practices." Participation in the conference made it possible to demonstrate the high level of specialist training at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, as well as to strengthen international ties in the fields of education and science.
"School of Union Leaders" Launches at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno
From October 12 to 14, Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno is hosting the "School of Union Leaders," a youth-oriented scientific and educational program organized in partnership with the A.M. Gorchakov Public Diplomacy Support Fund.
The program is packed with events spanning all three days. Participants will engage in a variety of educational and cultural activities designed to foster leadership skills and broaden their knowledge.
Today, a walking tour of Grodno has been organized for the participants, offering them a chance to explore the city's rich historical heritage and major architectural landmarks.
The three-day intensive program will culminate in a panel discussion on Wednesday, October 14. The event will take place at the university’s main building, located at Ozheshko Str., 22.
This discussion will mark the conclusion of the "School of Union Leaders." Such projects play a vital role in advancing public diplomacy and strengthening humanitarian ties between nations by providing young people with a unique platform to exchange experiences and knowledge.
Professor of Ural State Law University Conducts Classes for Law Students at YKSUG
From September 26 to October 4, 2026, under the program "Visiting Professor", the Department of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Criminalistics at the Faculty of Law of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno hosted Yuri Kozubenko. Yuri Kozubenko, a Doctor of Law and Associate Professor, represents the P.M. Davydov Department of Judicial Activity and Criminal Procedure at the Ural State Law University named after V.F. Yakovlev.
Yuri Kozubenko met with the leadership of the Faculty of Law to discuss prospects for cooperation between YKSUG and USLU. Key areas of focus included the export of educational services via a joint Master’s program in Law, faculty exchanges for lecturing, the participation of students, PhD candidates, and academic staff in academic and organizational events, and the development of academic mobility.
During his visit, the professor delivered lectures and conducted practical sessions for law students, while also advising PhD and Master’s students from the department on current issues in criminal procedure. Additionally, Yuri Kozubenko presented papers at meetings of the Student Scientific Society and the Department of Criminal Law, Criminal Procedure, and Criminalistics.
Professor Yuri Kozubenko’s visit marked a significant step in developing the partnership between YKSUG and USLU. Such events open new horizons for academic exchange, joint research, and the strengthening of international cooperation in the field of legal education.
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Hosts Meeting Between Rector and Student Group Monitors
On October 9, Iryna Kiturka, Rector of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno, held a meeting with student group monitors. This event is traditionally held at the start of the new academic year to discuss current issues regarding the educational process and the enhancement of student life.
The role of the group monitor is pivotal: they ensure academic success and foster a positive atmosphere. They help build a cohesive community where every student can grow and develop.
The event also featured a ceremony honoring monitors who had actively participated in their faculties' social activities, assisted academic advisors and fellow students, and contributed to organizing the educational process and student initiatives.
During the meeting, students asked questions covering not only academics but also other aspects of university life. Iryna Kiturka provided detailed answers and emphasized the importance of open dialogue between the university administration and the student body.
In closing, Rector thanked the monitors for their active work and responsible approach. The meeting marked an important step in strengthening feedback channels, allowing for the discussion of pressing issues, the recognition of active students, and the outlining of future directions for their work.
Students of Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Successfully Participate in the "Union State: Media Vector for the Future" Forum
From October 6 to 8, the International Student Media Forum "Union State: Media Vector for the Future" took place in Mogilev, bringing together active young people from Belarus and Russia. Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno was represented at this major event by second-year students from the Faculty of History, Communication and Tourism: Kseniya Murauyova and Aliaksandra Horlava.
As part of the packed program, the students attended expert-led workshops, panel discussions, and team activities, and also toured the picturesque Bulhak Palace and Park Complex in Zhilichi. Furthermore, the students successfully presented a joint media project developed within an international team.
"The forum gave us a huge boost of experience and inspiration! It was great creating a project alongside peers from Russia and Belarus, participating in all the interactive sessions, and seeing the Bulhak Palace. We gained invaluable experience and are taking home a wealth of vivid memories!" shared Kseniya Murauyova and Aliaksandra Horlava.
The participation of our students in such a significant event marked another step toward strengthening international youth cooperation between Belarus and Russia.
Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno invites parents to an open parent meeting
The meeting will take place on October 17, 2026, at 11:00 AM in the Assembly Hall at Lenina Str., 32. For those unable to attend in person, a live stream will be available on the university’s YouTube channel.
The main topic of the meeting will be university admission. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions and receive guidance on every stage of the enrollment process. To provide insight into the university environment, each faculty will host its own interactive session, sharing information about degree programs and admission specifics, as well as answering inquiries.
We invite the parents of prospective students to join this open dialogue—either in person or online!
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Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Hosts the 9th International Scientific and Practical Conference "Current Issues in the Psychology of Personality and Social Interaction"
Today, October 8, the Faculty of Psychology at YKSUG is hosting the scientific and practical conference "Current Issues in the Psychology of Personality and Social Interaction." The event is being held in both in-person and online formats, making participation accessible to a wide range of researchers, educators, practitioners, and early-career scientists.
The conference marks the centenary of the birth of Sviatlana Kondratsyeva—Doctor of Psychological Sciences, Professor, and Honored Scientist of the Republic of Belarus—who founded the scientific school of "Social-Perceptual and Social-Reflexive Psychology of Pedagogical Work and Teacher Professional Development" at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno. To honor the occasion, a lecture hall named after Svetlana Kondratsyeva was ceremoniously opened at the Faculty of Psychology, serving as a tribute of deep respect to this distinguished scholar and founder of the scientific school.
The conference is organized by YKSUG in collaboration with major research centers in Belarus, Russia, and Uzbekistan. Co-organizers include Belarusian State University, Belarusian State Pedagogical University named after Maxim Tank, the Institute of Psychology of the Russian Academy of Sciences, Moscow State University of Psychology and Education, Yaroslavl State Pedagogical University named after K.D.Ushinsky, Kokand State Pedagogical Institute, and other prestigious institutions. The program committee is chaired by Natalia Bashun, Vice-Rector for Research at Yanka Kupala State University and Candidate of Biological Sciences. Approximately 40 scientists, including 10 researchers from abroad, are expected to participate in the sessions. The working languages of the event are Belarusian, Russian, and English. The conference addresses a range of topics, including psychological phenomenology; the mechanisms and patterns of personality development and functioning as an agent of one’s life path; and methodological, theoretical, and applied issues in the psychology of personality and social interaction. Participants will discuss intelligence as a form of mental experience organization and a resource for coping behavior; personality formation and socialization in a digital society; current issues in professional and spiritual-moral development; agency within the educational process; and personality development within the family context, as well as the psychology of intercultural interaction.
This scientific event plays a vital role in ensuring generational continuity within the field. Sviatlana Kondratyeva’s research into the social-perceptual and social-reflective psychology of teaching laid the groundwork for the professional development of teachers across the republic. The current gathering aims to build upon this legacy amidst global technological and social changes.
A collection of scientific papers will be compiled based on the proceedings of the sessions and the roundtable discussion. All submissions will undergo expert review by the organizing committee—led by Volha Mitrafanova, Dean of the Faculty of Psychology at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno—and will be digitally archived and indexed in the Russian Science Citation Index.
From Idea to Award: Yanka Kupala State University Students Win at the "Eurasia.DOC" International Festival
On October 2, the awards ceremony for the "Eurasia.DOC" International Documentary Film Festival of CIS Countries took place in Minsk. Students from Yanka Kupala State University received a special jury prize in the youth competition for "Original Artistic Vision in Documentary Filmmaking."
The students' film, «The City That Sounds», reached the finals of the «Eurasia.DOC: 4 Minutes» youth short documentary competition. The film was created by fourth-year Journalism students Karyna Mistsiuk, Anastasia Poplavskaya, Anastasia Zhuk, and Alexandra Mozheyko, along with fourth-year Information and Communication student Yahor Harbatsiuk.
This year, the main "Eurasia.DOC" competition program received 361 film submissions, while the "Eurasia.DOC: 4 Minutes" youth competition received 52. In total, entries were submitted from 17 countries.
We congratulate our students on this well-deserved award! We are proud of them and wish them continued creative success!
Expanding International Cooperation: Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno Hosts Official Visit by Olga Vorobyeva, Associate Professor at the Institute of World History, Russian Academy of Sciences
Olga Vorobyeva, Head of the Center for Comparative History and Theory of Civilizations at the Institute of World History of the Russian Academy of Sciences (RAS), visited Kupala University under the program "Visiting Professor". Over the course of three days, the distinguished Russian scholar shared her expertise with students, doctoral candidates, and faculty members from the Faculty of History, Communication and Tourism, while also outlining directions for joint research projects for 2026–2027.
The visit by Olga Vorobyeva marked another step in strengthening the long-standing friendly ties between the Institute of World History (RAS) and the Department of World and Slavic History at Yanka Kupala State University of Grodno.
As part of the cooperation agreement, an intensive educational program was organized for the university's students and young researchers from September 23 to 25. The visiting scholar delivered a series of specialized lectures for fourth-year History students and conducted a practical workshop for graduating students titled "How to Prepare and Defend a Graduation Project," covering practical tips and common pitfalls in the preparation of final theses. Additionally, a specialized masterclass on modern research methodology was held for doctoral candidates specializing in "Theory and History of Culture" and "Historiography, Source Studies, and Historical Research Methods."
A key component of the visit involved working meetings with the leadership of the Faculty of History, Communication and Tourism and the department's academic staff. Colleagues discussed promising areas for joint research and coordinated plans for academic collaboration for the 2026–2027 academic year. In addition to the academic program, the faculty organized cultural excursions for the guest, during which Olga Vorobyeva explored the unique historical and cultural heritage of the Grodno re
Strengthening Cooperation: Iryna Kiturka Participates in the Uzbekistan-Belarus Inter-Parliamentary Forum
The Uzbekistan-Belarus Inter-Parliamentary Forum is taking place on September 29–30 in the city of Khiva (Republic of Uzbekistan). A major outcome of the first day for our university was the signing of international cooperation agreements with higher education institutions in Uzbekistan.
The forum brought together representatives from the legislative bodies, governments, ministries, agencies, universities, and business sectors of both countries. Its primary goal was to further develop inter-parliamentary dialogue, strengthen partnerships, and identify new avenues for collaboration.
A key event of the first day was a breakout session. Iryna Kiturka participated in the session titled "Strategic Partnership Between Uzbekistan and Belarus in the Humanitarian and Social Spheres: Opportunities and Prospects."
During the session, Iryna Kiturka held talks with Uzbek colleagues, resulting in the signing of three international cooperation agreements with universities in Uzbekistan: Termez State University of Engineering and Agrotechnology, Berdakh Karakalpak State University, and Urgench State University named after Abu Rayhan Beruni.
The first day of the Uzbekistan-Belarus Inter-Parliamentary Forum concluded with a visit by participants to the Ichan Kala State Historical-Archaeological Museum-Reserve.
The signed agreements will open up excellent opportunities for representatives of higher education institutions from both countries to launch joint projects, implement collaborative educational programs, and exchange expertise in the fields of research and academics. You can read more about the Uzbek-Belarusian Parliamentary Forum here:
https://news.by/news/obshchestvo/v-drevney-khive-startoval-uzbeksko-belorusskiy-parlamentskiy-forum
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