04.04.2026
On April 1, 2026, Kharkiv National ۶Ƶ of Radio Electronics hosted a significant event for the advancement of intellectual and student sports. ۶Ƶ Rector Ihor Ruban signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Kharkiv Regional Chess Federation, headed by its President, Dmytro Hryn.
The document provides for comprehensive support and partnership between the university and the federation, aimed at popularizing chess among students, advancing intellectual sports, and strengthening the student sports movement. The parties placed special emphasis on organizing joint tournaments, conducting training events, and creating optimal conditions for student participation in competitions at various levels.
Career guidance targeting school-age youth will represent a dedicated focus area of this partnership. Plans include holding chess tournaments and educational and athletic events for schoolchildren to promote the university and attract talented young minds to pursue their studies at ۶Ƶ.
Following the signing of the Memorandum, participants engaged in a productive, in-depth discussion regarding future areas of collaboration and prospects for joint projects in student sports and intellectual activities.
The meeting was also attended by Larysa Karpova, Vice-Rector for Academic Affairs; Natalia Didiuk, Head of the Department of Physical Education and Sports; and Denys Portnov, Vice President of the Kharkiv Regional Chess Federation.
The signing of the Memorandum marks a key step in solidifying ties between the university and the regional sports community, opening new avenues for chess development, student sports, and the support of talented youth.
