As part of “KNUTD Science Week – 2026,” the Department of Philology and Translation of the Faculty of Culture and Creative Industries organized a series of scientific and educational events aimed at developing students’ linguistic, translation, and communicative competencies.

On May 12, 2026, students of group BEL1-23 participated in a thematic meeting of the student scientific club “School of a Young Linguist” entitled “Galaxy of Meanings: Linguistic Challenges and Translation Strategies in the Universe of Star Wars.”

During the meeting, participants discussed the peculiarities of translating names, terms, cultural realia, and linguistic structures of the iconic Star Wars film saga. They also analyzed the challenges of literary text adaptation and preserving the author’s original meanings in the translation process. The event was conducted by Maryna VYSHNEVSKA, Associate Professor of the Department of Philology and Translation and Head of the student scientific club “School of a Young Linguist.”

The series of scientific events continued with the scientific stand-up “The Power of Green Language in a Connected World,” held on May 15, 2026, by Kseniia KUGAI, Associate Professor of the Department of Philology and Translation and Head of the student scientific club “Vocational Education and Foreign Language Communication.”

During the event, participants discussed how language contributes to the development of environmental awareness and why eco-communication has become an important component of international professional interaction today. Special attention was paid to the role of the English language in covering global environmental issues, implementing international projects, and promoting the ideas of sustainable development.

The participants showed great interest in examples of environmental vocabulary used in the media, social networks, and everyday professional communication. Students actively joined the discussion, sharing their own opinions and examples of modern environmental initiatives.

The events became a platform for scientific exchange, the development of critical thinking and translation skills, and the enhancement of students’ interest in contemporary areas of linguistic research. They also contributed to promoting актуal environmental ideas among young people.

18.05.2026