On Dignity and Freedom Day, the Memorial Square traditionally hosted the presentation of the honorary distinction “Change the World for the Better.” This award, established four years ago, is presented to Frankivsk residents who, through their work, talents, and civic engagement, make a significant contribution to the community’s development and continue Roman Huryk’s vision of being an active, conscious citizen and patriot of their country.
The award is presented twice a year: on November 21, on Dignity and Freedom Day, and on February 20, on the anniversary of Roman Huryk’s death. Among the awardees are young people, volunteers, scientists, artists, and athletes who inspire others with their achievements.
This year, among those honoured are the scientific and pedagogical staff of the Vasyl Stefanyk Carpathian National University:
– Olesya Volodymyrivna Dybovska — Candidate of Philological Sciences, lecturer at the Department of Primary Education and Educational Innovations.
– Fedorniak Natalia Bogdanivna — Associate Professor of the Department of Ukrainian Music and Folk Instrumental Art.
– Vasylyshyn Taras Vasylovych — Professor of the Department of Mathematical and Functional Analysis.
– Sas Lyudmila Stepanivna — Professor of the Department of Accounting and Taxation.
– Petryshyn Mykhailo Lyubomyrovych — Associate Professor of the Department of Computer Science and Information Systems.
– Matiyash-Gnedyuk Iryna Mykhailivna — Associate Professor of the Department of English Philology.
– Melnychenko Halyna Mykhailivna — Associate Professor of the Department of Biology and Ecology.
We congratulate our colleagues on their honorary distinction! Thank you for your work, inspiration, and unwavering dedication to science, education, and Ukraine.