Karazin University held a ceremonial meeting of its Academic Council

On 2 November, Karazin University held a ceremonial meeting of its Academic Council to mark the appointment of Tetyana Kaganovska\ as Rector for a new five-year term. The event brought together the university community and representatives of state authorities and local self-government to discuss strategies for the further development of the University and the Kharkiv region.

The meeting was attended by Oleh Syniehubov, Head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration; Tetiana Yehorova-Lutsenko, Chair of the Kharkiv Regional Council; Viktoriia Kinzburska, Member of the Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine; Vita Kovalska, Deputy Head of the Kharkiv Regional Military Administration; and Olha Bezpalova, Director of the Department of Education and Science of the Kharkiv Regional State Administration.

Those present observed a minute of silence in memory of Ukraine's defenders and civilians whose lives have been taken by Russian aggression, including students, graduates, academic staff and employees of the University.

Oleh Syniehubov announced the order of the Ministry of Education and Science of Ukraine appointing Tetyana Kaganovska as Rector for the period from 27 October 2026 to 26 October 2031. He thanked the Karazin community for keeping the University together and continuing its educational activities during the war, emphasising the importance of supporting universities in frontline regions and ensuring appropriate conditions for learning.

Tetiana Yehorova-Lutsenko\ highlighted the unity of the university team and its cooperation with the Regional Council, particularly through projects supporting women's entrepreneurship and providing young people with internships in local self-government bodies.

In her address, Viktoriia Kinzburska\ emphasised that the reappointment demonstrated the community's confidence in the achievements of the University leadership and its team. She wished Karazin University continued progress and the successful implementation of its most ambitious plans.

Addressing those present, Tetyana Kaganovska noted that the beginning of her second term was, above all, a responsibility to the university community, Kharkiv and Ukraine. The Rector thanked Ukraine's defenders, the University's partners and its staff for making it possible to continue working and developing the University.

“We preserved the University, ensured the continuity of the educational process, built a safe environment and strengthened international cooperation,” said Tetyana Kaganovska, highlighting the contribution of the Karazin community to these achievements.

Among the priorities for the coming years, the Rector identified retaining academic and professional staff, supporting early-career researchers, developing high-quality and competitive education, and strengthening applied research and international partnerships. She also emphasised the University's role in regional development, support for veterans and internally displaced persons, and the creation of opportunities for young people to build their professional futures in Kharkiv.

Following the ceremony, university representatives held an open discussion with the guests. Participants discussed the needs of the Kharkiv region, opportunities for involving university experts in regional projects, international cooperation, support for young people, and the professional development of teachers.

The Karazin community congratulates Tetyana Yevheniivna on her appointment and wishes her strength, wisdom, and fruitful cooperation in shaping the University's future!