On November 14, Viktor Greshta, rector of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University, and Yeduard Bagirov, director of the Municipal Enterprise «Sports Club »Metalurg Zaporizhzhia«» signed a cooperation agreement.

The new stage of partnership unites the efforts of the university and the sports club for the development of education, science and sports in Zaporizhzhia.

Directions of further cooperation:
– admission of players of KP SC «Metalurg Zaporizhzhia» to the specialty A7 «Physical culture and sports» and other specialties
– dual education training
– ensuring academic mobility
– joint formation of the university football team and participation in student, regional and all-Ukrainian championships
– participation in scientific research and training of coaches
– creation of complex scientific groups to accompany teams
– joint involvement of grant funds
– mutual informational support

The signing of the agreement opens up new opportunities for the development of student sports, science and the training of professional personnel, promotes mutual support and strengthening partnership relations.

We work together — we develop together!

On November 11-12, International Week dedicated to the 125th anniversary of the university took place at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University. During two days, students, teachers and guests had a unique opportunity to participate in guest lectures from experts and partners from Great Britain, Serbia, Poland and Ukraine. 

The first day of the event was opened by Dr. David Betti (University of Liverpool, Great Britain). In his lecture «Radiation-Aware Navigation and Planning for Mobile Robot Exploration in the Nuclear Industry», he presented modern approaches to the navigation of mobile robots in environments with an increased level of radiation, as well as the possibilities of adapting such technologies for other industries.

Professor Andzhelka Mykhaylov (Serbia) — Environmental Ambassador for Sustainable Development, former Minister of Natural Resources and Environment Protection of the Republic of Serbia spoke next. Her report «Environmental Security and Environmental Sustainability» was devoted to current challenges and strategies for ensuring environmental security and sustainable development.

The second day of International Week was no less busy. Representatives of the Superhumans Center (Lviv) — Hryhoriy Hryhorenko and Arkady Bohdan — shared their experience of using 3D technologies in medicine, talked about a multidisciplinary approach to prosthetics and rehabilitation. 

Dr. Oleksandr Solomakha, director of the MW-Engineering company (Poland), former employee of the University of Stuttgart (Germany), concluded the event. In his lecture «Digital doubles as a tool for accelerating engineering innovation», he talked about the practical experience of creating digital doubles for mechanical engineering, energy and the automotive industry.

International Week became a great opportunity for joint discussion of modern scientific, engineering and technological achievements. The event united the university community around the ideas of internationalization, partnership development, and exchange of experience.

We sincerely thank all lecturers and participants for their activity, interesting questions and lively communication! Together we are building a space of open knowledge, international interaction and an innovative future!

On November 11, a meeting of the National Committee of Ukraine for Theoretical and Applied Mechanics (NCUTPM) was held. Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University was represented by the vice-rector for scientific work, Vadym Shalomeev, who is a member of this committee.

At the meeting, the report of the chairman of the NKUTPM, Academician of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine Vyacheslav Bogdanov on the work of the committee for 2023-2025 was presented. Reports of academicians of the National Academy of Sciences of Ukraine, Anatoliy Bulat and Roman Kushnir, were also presented about the outstanding scientific achievements of scientists of the Dnipro and Western regions.

According to the results of the work of NKUTPM, a navigation map of current research trends and topics for inter-institutional cooperation and technology transfer was formed, as well as a plan for the development of the National Committee to promote the strengthening of scientific ties, increasing the role of science in society, and the emergence of new interdisciplinary initiatives.

We work together — we develop together!

6–7 листопада доцентка кафедри журналістики НУ «Zaporizhzhia політехніка» Наталія Островська та магістрант спеціальності «Журналістика» Олександр Носок взяли участь у форумі InfoTeen.Ua, що відбувся в Українському католицькому університеті в межах Міжнародного тижня медіаграмотності.

During the panel discussion «The role of higher education institutions in the development of media literacy and debating culture among young people», Nataliya Ostrovska introduced the participants to the experience of the Department of Journalism in the implementation of media education initiatives – from the integration of media literacy into educational programs to the implementation of international projects that shape critical thinking and active citizenship of young people. And the master’s student and host of the media education podcast «Nowhere is the truth, children» Oleksandr Nosok talked about the team’s work on its creation.

The InfoTeen.Ua forum was the final event of the annual cooperation of Ukrainian and Estonian educators and media experts. У межах цього проєкту Наталія Островська провела кілька медіаосвітніх вебінарів для вчителів і учнів, які брали участь у програмі.

Співпраця розпочалася з візиту українських експертів із медіаграмотності до Естонії, під час якого учасники ознайомилися з естонським досвідом створення навчальних матеріалів, академічними підходами до медіаосвіти, а також із практиками впровадження цифрових освітніх програм і медіаігрових методик.

The program was organized by the Ministry of Education and Science of Estonia with the support of the Estonian International Development Center (ESTDEV).

Thank you for the opportunity of academic mobility! Acquaintance with Estonia’s experience in the field of media education proved that success lies not so much in technology, but in human capital, strategic cooperation and creative approaches!

On November 7, students and teachers of the Faculty of Business Technologies under the leadership of Dean Olena Vasilyeva and the Faculty of Law under the leadership of Dean Yurii Filey visited the Main Department of the State Tax Service in Zaporizhzhia Oblast. During the tour, the students saw how a modern tax service works from the inside: in action, in digital format, in a team of professionals.

The meeting was opened by the head of the department, Oksana Fedorova. She emphasized that the tax service is not bureaucracy, but effective tax administration, payment control, and service for taxpayers.

The students got acquainted with the work of the financial security, tax audit and electronic services departments. Professional acquaintance with the heads of the departments — Viktoriia Kulinich, Olena Rulevska, Iryna Lizogubova, Tetyana Khozyainova, as well as with the legal support department under the leadership of Olha Lysenko — provided a unique opportunity to learn more about the practical aspects of the activity, analyze real cases and receive professional recommendations.

Participants had the opportunity to personally assess the transformation of the tax service into a modern electronic format. These are updated digital services and paperless processes, automation of document processing and introduction of digital technologies to improve the efficiency of tax administration.

This is the first meeting within the scope of establishing a partnership between Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University and the Main Directorate of the DPS in Zaporizhzhia region. Our next steps are the organization of practical classes for students, joint educational projects and opportunities for internships in tax service units.

We work together — we develop together!

On November 5, the rector of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University Viktor Greshta and the village head of the Matviyiv village council of the Zaporizhzhia district, Oleksiy Gladyshev, signed a memorandum of cooperation and partnership.

This document opens a new stage of interaction between the university and the community, aimed at the implementation of joint educational, scientific, social and cultural initiatives.

Directions of further cooperation:
– development of partnership relations to strengthen the viability of the region in conditions of martial law
– promotion of post-war reconstruction, development of education, science and culture
– support of youth and sports, expansion of opportunities for dual education, internships and professional development
– participation in international projects and grant programs
– joint implementation of social and humanitarian initiatives for the benefit of the community

We work together — we develop together!

The Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic congratulates our good friends and partners — the Zaporizhzhia Construction Vocational College — on their 95th anniversary.

The first vice-rector of NU «Zaporizka Polytechnic» Serhii Shilo joined the pedagogical council of the college dedicated to the anniversary and congratulated the team on the important date. He presented an honorary diploma from the Polytechnic to the labor team and the team of education seekers for many years of fruitful joint work on the development of the educational and construction space of Ukraine, a significant contribution to the development of the national economy of the Zaporizhzhia region, the formation of the intellectual potential of the young generation of Ukrainians, the training of highly qualified specialists and on the occasion of the 95th anniversary of the foundation.

For almost a century, ZBFC teachers have been forming a generation of specialists who build the country, design modern cities, and turn engineering and design ideas into reality.

Working with you is a great honor! Thank you for your contribution to Ukrainian education! Happy holiday!

From October 13 to 25, associate professor of the department of physical culture, Olympic and non-Olympic sports, honored coach of Ukraine Boris Kokarev was on a friendly business visit in the city of Astana (Republic of Kazakhstan). The visit took place within the framework of the Memorandum on Cooperation between the Kazakh National University of Sports and Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University.

Boris Kokarev held lectures, master classes and practical classes for students and teachers in the disciplines «Biomechanics» and «Introduction to the coaching specialty». At the same time, Serhiy Smetanin, a senior teacher of the Department of Physical Culture and Sports Management, gave a lecture in an online format.

Participants of the academic mobility program completed the international internship «Biomechanics and sports analytics in higher education: integration of science and practice» and received certificates.

During the sports-methodical work, the following events took place:
– a lecture for the trainees of training courses for trainers from national Kazakh wrestling Kuresh on the topic «Biomechanics and sports analytics in higher education, mass sports and sports of higher achievements: integration of science and practice»
– flash mob «Morning aerobic warm-up» with students, teachers and employees of Kazakh LLP National University of Sports«;
– master class for teachers »Methodology of teaching sports disciplines«
– discussion of the prospects of scientific-pedagogical, sports, cultural and other types of exchange and cooperation between NU »Zaporizka Polytechnic« and LLP »Kazakh National University of Sports”
– strategic planning of joint projects, in particular with the involvement of grant and state funding, as well as publishing activity and publishing activities in national and international citation databases Scopus and Web of Science, educational and methodological publications and joint collective monographs

Thank you for the fruitful start of the interaction! We work together — we develop together!

At the end of October, representatives of the National Contact Point «Horizon Europe» at Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University – head Dmytro Pavlenko and leading specialist Myroslava Shchedinina – visited the Southern Ukrainian National Pedagogical University named after K. D. Ushinsky in Odesa to intensify scientific cooperation.

NCP plays a key role in supporting Ukrainian scientists to participate in European grant programs. The main tasks include informing about competitions, consultations on the preparation of applications, organizing workshops and improving the competence of university teams.

During the visit, meetings were held with the administration, teachers and young scientists of the university. The practical aspects of preparing project applications for 2026, the mechanisms of forming consortia, criteria for evaluating proposals and typical mistakes during the preparation of documents were discussed. Special attention was paid to opportunities for young researchers: individual grants, mobility programs and internships in European centers.

The first steps were taken to expand the international cooperation of K. D. Ushinskyi PNPU. Its active community is ready to take an active part in European research initiatives within the framework of Ukraine’s integration into the European educational and scientific space.

We work together — we develop together!

On October 30, the rector of Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic University Victor Greshta together with the head of the Zaporizhzhia District State Administration Oleh Buryak signed the Memorandum on interaction, cooperation and partnership between the university and the Zaporizhzhia RDA.

The purpose of signing the document is the development of partnership relations aimed at:
– strengthening the region’s viability in the conditions of martial law
– development of education, science, social and cultural spheres
– organization of internships and advanced training, support of dual education
– participation in international projects and grant programs
– joint implementation of social and humanitarian initiatives for the population of Zaporizhzhia district

Also, NU «Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic», represented by Rector Viktor Greshta, signed a Memorandum on interaction, cooperation and partnership with the Public Organization «Rotary Club Zaporizhzhia-Khortytsia» in the person of its president Olena Sopina.
The document provides for joint activities in the fields of education, humanitarian aid, volunteering, youth development and social support of the population.

Both memorandums became an important step in strengthening the interaction between the authorities, education and the public sector, combining intellectual, professional and organizational resources for the sustainable development of the region.

We work together — we develop together!

On October 20–21, a joint Polish-Ukrainian meeting of vice-rectors for scientific work of universities took place in Warsaw. NU «Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic» was represented by vice-rector for scientific work Vadym Shalomiev.

The meeting was a continuation of the Joint Polish-Ukrainian Day within the framework of the project «Polish-Ukrainian Cooperation of Interested Institutions Representing Rectors to Improve University Activities» and marked the beginning of a new strategic initiative – the Polish-Ukrainian Advisory Group of Vice-Rectors for Research. This group will function as a permanent platform for the development of bilateral scientific cooperation.

During the meeting, the CRASP and URHEIU delegations decided to create a Polish-Ukrainian bilateral platform of vice-rectors for scientific work. Its goal is to support the development of joint research and expand the participation of scientific groups of both countries in international projects.

A constant dialogue between the vice-rectors for science of Ukrainian and Polish universities, as well as representatives of institutions such as NCN, NCBR, NAWA, and the Research Foundation of Ukraine, will allow for the coordination of systemic changes in the field of science, strengthen academic interaction, and open up new opportunities for international scientific teams.

The bilateral platform will focus on the following tasks:
– preparation and implementation of the necessary changes in the system of functioning and financing of science and innovation in both countries with the participation of the academic community and business
– activation of the exchange of best practices between Polish and Ukrainian universities in the field of knowledge and technology transfer at the university level
– exchange of experience in the field of intra-university strategies for supporting young scientists and attracting young talents to scientific activities
– exchange of experience in the field of participation of Polish and Ukrainian universities in regional development, in particular in the development and implementation of regional development strategies
– promotion of achievements and exchange of experience of Polish and Ukrainian universities under the CEEPUS programs
– promotion of the creation of horizontal thematic clusters and university networks for multilateral projects, in particular under the Horizon Europe program

Working together – developing together!

The Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University together with the whole country joined in writing the 26th Radio Dictation of National Unity! This year’s dictation became an event that united not only the administration, teachers and students of the university, but also the teams and students of our professional colleges: Berdyansk Mechanical Engineering, Zaporizhzhia Humanitarian, Zaporizhzhia Electrical Engineering, Zaporizhzhia College of Computer Technologies and Tokmat Mechanical Professional College. Students and teachers of the specialty «Journalism» of the Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University joined the Radio Dictation of National Unity–2025 in online mode.

Zaporizhzhia Polytechnic National University in partnership with TRK CITY MALL held a radio dictation on the basis of the shopping and entertainment complex. Students of the Department of Ukrainian Studies and General Language Training took part in the writing, and the teachers of the department checked the participants’ work to determine which authors of the dictation wrote it best. The winners and participants received wonderful gifts from TRK CITY MALL.

This year’s dictation was a real challenge to attentiveness and speed — the pace was high, but that’s what added excitement and drive! Participants admit: the main thing is not the score, but the feeling of unity when you write the same words as thousands of Ukrainians in different parts of the world.

A sincere thank you to everyone who joined this symbolic event!
Language unites. Language inspires. Language is us!