The first step into student life

September 1. A new academic year. New faces, dreams, and hopes. And also the special excitement of those who are crossing the threshold of a university for the first time as students.

Today, as always, the Faculty of Preschool, Special and Social Education welcomed first-year students into its family. The FDSSO Student Induction Ceremony began with a sense of solemnity – with the National Anthem of Ukraine and a minute of silence. At a time when our country is fighting for its freedom, the opportunity to study, dream, and build the future is especially precious. That is why, alongside wishes for success, words of gratitude were expressed to those who make this opportunity possible.

The first-year students were welcomed by the Dean of the Faculty, Yevheniia Lyndina, the Heads of the graduating departments, faculty members, and the Student Council. They then had the opportunity to discover what student life is all about: the traditions of the Faculty, the opportunities it offers, and the people who will help them take their first steps at the university – their academic group mentors.

The gathering ended symbolically – with the student anthem “Gaudeamus”, performed for our first-year students for the very first time.

Gaudeamus igitur – “Let us rejoice while we are young!”

May these words become a warm wish for our new students throughout all their university years. May the years ahead bring many discoveries, true friendship, professional achievements, and moments that they will look back on with a smile.

Welcome, first-year students!

Today, you are only opening the door to student life.What this story will become is now up to you.

Wishing you a wonderful journey!

Olesia Holubtsova Head of the Information Sector Student Council
of the Faculty of Preschool, Special and Social Education