Berdiansk hogwarts: the magic begins with us!

This year, the traditional Freshers’ Debut at the Faculty of Preschool, Special and Social Education took place in an unusual format. For one day, the familiar university setting was transformed into a magical castle, and the traditional welcome for first-year students became an exciting journey into the world of wizardry, where everyone had the opportunity to discover their own talents and find their place in the university family. Although the ancient castle appeared only on computer screens, the atmosphere of genuine magic brought everyone together in one enchanting space.

But what would Hogwarts be without discovering hidden talents? Taking a glimpse into the swirling depths of the Memory Pool, everyone had the chance to see just how talented and multifaceted our first-year students are. Handmade flowers, beautiful landscapes, decorative crafts, traditional Petrykivka painting, nail art, aerial gymnastics, culinary creations and music – each talent revealed another side of our students’ personalities. It became clear that our university had welcomed exceptionally creative, gifted and passionate young people!

Of course, no magical adventure would be complete without a few challenges! First, ghosts appeared in the castle – former students who, after missing classes and forgetting their passwords, were doomed to wander the university corridors forever. Soon, an even more terrifying threat emerged – THE EXAM SESSION! Yet the students’ most important spell, “Systematicus Preparatus!”, reminded everyone that success comes to those who work hard, persevere and are not afraid of challenges.

One of the most touching moments came when the Faculty Dean, Yevheniia Lyndina, gazed into the magic crystal ball and caught a glimpse of the first-year students’ future: professional achievements, creative discoveries, exciting projects and victories. The most active, talented and dedicated students received well-deserved awards. Special recognition was also given to members of the Faculty Student Council who had created this magical celebration for the newcomers: Maksym Moiko, who designed the event’s visuals, and hosts Amaliia Horbunova and Olesia Holubtsova.

The most important truth, however, was revealed at the end of the celebration: the future is not predetermined – we create it ourselves through our choices, knowledge, dreams and daily efforts. And the greatest magic does not require a wand. It is born in human hearts, in acts of kindness, sincere support and the belief that brighter days are surely ahead!

Anna Ivashova
Deputy Chair of the Faculty Student Council