Guest Lecture by Associate Professor Larysa Kovbasiuk at Sumy State Pedagogical University

On 12 November 2026, Associate Professor Larysa Kovbasiuk of the Department of Romance-Germanic Languages and Intercultural Communication at Kherson State University was invited to take part in the events marking World Science Day for Peace and Development, held at Sumy State Pedagogical University from 6 to 20 November 2026.

As part of the programme, Larysa Kovbasiuk delivered a guest lecture entitled “Contemporary Perspectives on German-language Children's and Young Adult Literature”. The lecture focused on current trends in contemporary German-language literature for children and young adults and explored the potential of using literary texts in foreign language teaching, with particular attention to the principle of multilingualism.

During the lecture, Bachelor's and Master's students were introduced to contemporary approaches to the study of German-language children's and young adult literature. They also explored the possibilities of incorporating literary works into the educational process. The lecture prompted a lively and engaging discussion with colleagues from Sumy State Pedagogical University on the importance of literary studies in the professional training of university students.

Participation in such academic events promotes the exchange of research and teaching experience, strengthens academic networks and creates new opportunities for inter-university cooperation.

We look forward to further fruitful collaboration with the Department of Foreign Languages at Sumy State Pedagogical University!