On the Day of Knowledge, the wishes of students of UzhNU flew into the sky on balloons (PHOTOS)

On the first of September, students, teachers, parents, employees of Uzhgorod National University traditionally gathered to celebrate the Day of Knowledge. Every year, this holiday brings together the entire university family, where freshmen meet new friends, older students relax, and university lecturers have the opportunity to appreciate the fruits of their hard work and make plans for the new academic year.

This year is no exception. The solemn events dedicated to the beginning of the new year began at about eight o’clock in the morning with the Divine Liturgy, which was held in three temples at once: the Uzhgorod Cathedral, the Holy Transfiguration Church and the Church of St. George. Then, there was the solemn part of the festive program, which was held near the main building of the university.

The first to congratulate students on the beginning of the year were the hosts of the event – incredibly charismatic teachers of the university – Nadiya Malyovana and Tudor Kilaru. Then, the Rector of the university, professor Volodymyr Smolanka congratulated students on the new academic year and wished them good luck and success.